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Electronic device and control method for controlling powering-saving state of electronic device

US8643771B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 7, 2011
Grant dateFeb 4, 2014
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Expiry dateAug 13, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02D30/70
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An electronic device includes an image capturing unit and a processor. The processor controls the image capturing unit to periodically capture an image in front of the electronic device, and analyzes the captured image to determine whether a user is using the electronic device, and further controls the electronic device to be in a working state if a user is using the electronic device. A method for controlling an electronic device is also provided.

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