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Changing the detection range of a touch sensor

US9542046B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 26, 2013
Grant dateJan 10, 2017
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Expiry dateNov 11, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2203/04108
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

In one embodiment, a method for changing the detection range of a touch sensor includes receiving a signal associated with an operation of a device having a touch sensor, and in response to the signal, determining that a detection mode of the touch sensor associated with the device is to be changed. In response to the determination, decreasing sensitivity of a portion, but not all, of the touch sensor.

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