Flexible timepiece in multiple environments
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United States of America Patent
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Sep 16, 2003
Grant Date -
Feb 6, 2003
app pub date -
Aug 1, 2001
filing date -
Aug 1, 2001
priority date (Note) -
Expired
status (Latency Note)
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Abstract
An electrophorectic display is used in a watch, allowing for a dynamic range of new shapes and environments of use. The present invention addresses many of the shortcomings of the prior art watch technology. Specifically, a watch that embodies the present invention is uses addressable reflective display technology such as electronic ink or gyricons. This allows a watch display that features some flexibility. Further, the display can be shaped into a variety of interesting and novel designs that cannot be accomplished using prior art displays. The flexibility of the display also allows for the novel placement of the watch display. For example, the display can be placed onto a shoe, allowing a runner to see the time without having to move his arm into a viewing position. The watch display could also be placed into a wallet, or on a purse or belt. Any flexible garment or accessory could now incorporate a watch. The use of an electrophoretic display is also aided by new sealing technologies that allow the display to be incorporated into high wear, high flex items.
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