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Enhanced user interface elements in ambient light

US8514242B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 24, 2008
Grant dateAug 20, 2013
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Expiry dateApr 2, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG09G2360/144
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Enhanced user interface elements in ambient light is described. In embodiment(s), a sensor input can be received from light sensor(s) that detect ambient light proximate an integrated display of a portable device. A determination can be made that the ambient light detracts from the visibility of user interface elements displayed in a user interface on the integrated display, and graphic components of a user interface element can be modified to enhance the visibility of the user interface element for display in the ambient light.

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