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Variable rate media playback methods for electronic devices with touch interfaces

US8405621B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 29, 2008
Grant dateMar 26, 2013
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Expiry dateMar 31, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11B27/34
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

In some embodiments, an electronic device with a touch interface detects one or more user gestures that correspond to instructions to vary the playback speed of a media file that is being played on the device. In response, the device initiates a variable rate scan through the media file, forward or backward. The touch interface can be a touch screen or touch pad.

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