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According to the patent background submitted by Apple, HMD devices are now widely used in many fields such as aviation, engineering, medicine, military, and video games. Their original design is to provide users with an immersive interactive experience through dual stimulation of vision and hearing. However, when the HMD is not worn, it is difficult for users to conveniently obtain its status information, such as battery power, message notifications, etc. In addition, it is difficult for outsiders to understand the status of the HMD or the user's situation without disturbing the user.
In response to these problems, Apple's new patent proposes an ingenious solution: adding a display screen to the HMD's fixed belt. This display can display information such as icons, messages, and battery status, allowing users to easily obtain the information they need when wearing or not wearing the HMD. At the same time, this design also provides more possibilities for personalized customization of HMD.
The patent content shows that this wearable electronic device mainly consists of an HMD and a fixed strap connected to it.become. The fixed belt has a built-in display component that can display HMD status visual information. The straps may be made of flexible fabric with perforations, or they may even be micro-perforated for added comfort and breathability. In addition, a transparent cover is coupled to the mounting strap to protect the display components from damage.
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It is worth noting that the visual information displayed by this side-band display has dynamic characteristics and can change according to the mode change of the HMD. For example, when the HMD is in inactive mode, the display component can still display basic information such as battery level. This design not only improves the readability of information, but also enhances the practicality of the device.
In addition, Apple has also considered the battery life issue of HMD. In some instances, flexible printed circuits are incorporated into the fixed straps within the HMD to optimize battery layout and reduce space usage. At the same time, display components may use advanced display technologies such as micro-light emitting diodes (Micro-LED) or fiber optic technology to improve display effects and reduce energy consumption. (Source: Sina XR)
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