Patent application number | Description | Published |
20120274565 | Multitasking Portable Computer - A portable computer is provided having a first display panel in a display unit, a second display panel in a base unit, and a keyboard structure requiring less surface area than conventional keyboards. Keyboard keys are at least partially transparent, revealing an underlying display panel. The display panel can display a plurality of icons that may be alternatively associated with each key, such that keyboard input can be achieved using a reduced quantity of keys. | 11-01-2012 |
20120293942 | Reconfigurable Computer - A portable computer system is provided having a base unit and a detachable display unit. The display unit can be oriented in landscape and portrait orientations, or can be replaced by display units having different physical characteristics. A support structure can be deployed to provide increased physical stability when desired. | 11-22-2012 |
20130041879 | INTEGRAL SEARCH ENGINE - An Internet search engine is provided, having integrated software tools enabling users to post-process search results for extraction of content. Processing and formatting required to utilize content in different applications is automated. | 02-14-2013 |
20130144753 | E-COMMERCE METHOD AND SYSTEM - An improved ecommerce system and process for conducting transactions is provided. The system holds a buyer's payment until the buyer has an opportunity to object to the goods or services provided. Payment is released to the seller if a complaint is not submitted within a buyer grace period. If a complaint is submitted, the system facilitates thorough communications between buyer and seller, and provides for dispute resolution. In some embodiments, a request-for-quote operation can be provided, as well as implementation of credit terms and automated generation of commercial transaction documents. | 06-06-2013 |
20130144754 | E-COMMERCE METHOD AND SYSTEM - A social e-commerce system is provided. To the extent buyers seek products not already available, the system matches buyers with related sellers and solicits listing on the sought-after items. The system includes third party certification options. Enhanced communication facilities between buyers and sellers enable reduced opportunity for dispute. Intra-party communications during the transaction can be utilized by third party neutrals for dispute resolution. Parties can select trust agents for escrow and/or dispute resolution. | 06-06-2013 |
20130154941 | Enhanced Tablet Computer - A tablet computer ( | 06-20-2013 |
20130185272 | GRAPHICAL SEARCH ENGINE - An Internet search engine with associated user interface is provided to facilitate use, particularly on devices with limited display size. Each search result is displayed using a graphical image associated with the result, and optionally associated text. Each result may be displayed using a significant portion of the total display area available. The amount of display area used to display a search result may vary depending upon the availability of significant images or relative importance of a search result to the underlying query. | 07-18-2013 |
20130185323 | SOCIAL NETWORK SERVICE - A computer-based system for the implementation of a social network service is provided. The system includes a user information database, a groups database and an interests database. A referral generator analyses information stored within the databases to identify common interests between users and/or groups, and prompt users with suggested associations. Interests may be regional in nature, facilitating in-person communications in addition to communications via the social network service. | 07-18-2013 |
20130194740 | Reconfigurable Computer - A portable computer system is provided having a first unit with touch-sensitive LCD display screen and a detachable second unit having a keyboard. The first unit includes a support structure movable between a stowed position and a deployed position, which can support the first unit in an inclined position on a planar surface. The support structure can help support the first unit when mounted on the second unit, standing alone, or both. | 08-01-2013 |
20130208414 | ELECTRONIC MEDIA DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM - A portable media storage device is provided. The device includes persistent digital storage programmed to contain digital media content. Two or more connectors of different types can be provided for engagement with a variety of electronic reader devices. The media storage devices can be sold at retail, alongside alternative traditional formats for consumption of the same media. | 08-15-2013 |
20140139990 | Hybrid Computer - A hybrid computer system is provided. The hybrid computer includes a display portion attached to a base portion via hinge. The display portion can be folded flat against the base portion such that the display screen faces outwards, for use in a tablet computer configuration. The display portion can alternatively be tilted upwards relative to the base portion, with the display portion being hinged at a front edge of the display and in a middle section of the base portion. When the display is articulated upwards, a support structure can be deployed between the backside of the display and the base portion, in order to provide physical support to the display and resistance against hinge movement in response to a user pressing on the display to engage touchscreen functionality. | 05-22-2014 |
20140203953 | TABLET COMPUTER WITH INTEGRATED TACTILE KEYBOARD - A mobile electronic device such as a tablet computer is provided having flexible display panel that deforms in response to the application of pressure thereto. The tactile response of the display panel is affected by underlying structures. A bottom layer, which may be rigid, is positioned beneath, parallel to and spaced away from the flexible display panel. Elastic diaphragms or elastic bodies can be interposed between the display panel and bottom layer. A guidance matrix, which may be rigid, can be further interposed between the display panel and bottom layer, such that pressure applied to the display panel results in localized downward deformation in the area of a guidance matrix cavity. The elastic diaphragms or elastic bodies may extend into the guidance matrix cavities. These subsurface structures may be utilized to provide variable tactile response corresponding to the locations of keys on a virtual keyboard displayed on the display panel. | 07-24-2014 |
20150032563 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ELECTRONIC COMMERCE WITH EXTENDABLE AUCTION PERIODS - An electronic commerce auction system is provided. The auction system receives bids during an initial auction period. The auction period can be extended by overtime auction periods. The duration and quantity of overtime auction periods can vary based on criteria such as the number of new bids in the prior period, the cumulative duration of overtime periods, and the amount by which the high bid has increased compared to the close of the prior period. | 01-29-2015 |