This relates generally to computer systems for augmented reality, including but not limited to electronic devices for measuring using virtual objects displayed in an augmented reality environment.
The development of computer systems for augmented reality has increased significantly in recent years. But methods and interfaces for interacting with environments that include at least some virtual elements (e.g., augmented reality environments, mixed reality environments, and virtual reality environments) are cumbersome and inefficient.
Conventional methods of measuring using augmented reality do not provide guides to help a user move into a correct position for measurement of a body part, and do not provide dynamic positioning guides as a position of the user progresses. In some cases, conventional methods of storing measurements obtained using augmented reality do not easily allow a device to share measurement information with another device. In addition, these methods take longer than necessary, thereby wasting energy. This latter consideration is particularly important in battery-operated devices.
Accordingly, there is a need for computer systems with faster, more efficient methods and interfaces for measuring using augmented reality environments. Such methods and interfaces optionally complement or replace conventional methods for measuring using augmented reality environments. Such methods and interfaces reduce the number, extent, and/or nature of the inputs from a user and produce a more efficient human-machine interface. For battery-operated devices, such methods and interfaces conserve power and increase the time between battery charges.
The above deficiencies and other problems associated with user interfaces for virtual/augmented reality are reduced or eliminated by the disclosed computer systems. In some embodiments, the computer system includes a desktop computer. In some embodiments, the computer system is portable (e.g., a notebook computer, tablet computer, or handheld device). In some embodiments, the computer system includes a personal electronic device (e.g., a wearable electronic device, such as a watch). In some embodiments, the computer system has (and/or is in communication with) a touchpad. In some embodiments, the computer system has (and/or is in communication with) a touch-sensitive display (also known as a “touch screen” or “touch-screen display”). In some embodiments, the computer system has a graphical user interface (GUI), one or more processors, memory and one or more modules, programs or sets of instructions stored in the memory for performing multiple functions. In some embodiments, the user interacts with the GUI in part through stylus and/or finger contacts and gestures on the touch-sensitive surface. In some embodiments, the functions optionally include game playing, image editing, drawing, presenting, word processing, spreadsheet making, telephoning, video conferencing, e-mailing, instant messaging, workout support, digital photographing, digital videoing, web browsing, digital music playing, note taking, and/or digital video playing. Executable instructions for performing these functions are, optionally, included in a non-transitory computer readable storage medium or other computer program product configured for execution by one or more processors.
In accordance with some embodiments, a method is performed at a computer system in communication with a display device and one or more cameras. The method includes displaying, in a first region of a first user interface, a visual prompt to move a body part into a field of view of the one or more cameras. The method includes, while displaying the visual prompt to move the body part into the field of view of the one or more cameras, detecting, using the one or more cameras, a portion of a user's body that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras and corresponds to the body part and in response to detecting the portion of the user's body, displaying a representation of the portion of the user's body. The method further includes, in accordance with a determination that the portion of the user's body that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras meets first position criteria displaying, via the display device, the representation of the portion of the user's body that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras with a first degree of transparency, and in accordance with a determination that the portion of the user's body that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras fails to meet first criteria, displaying the representation of the portion of the user's body to have a second degree of transparency that indicates that the first criteria have not been met.
In accordance with some embodiments, a method is performed at a computer system in communication with a display device and one or more cameras. The method includes displaying, in a user interface, a first representation of a body part that is in a field of view of the one or more cameras. The method includes detecting, using the one or more cameras, movement of the body part, wherein the displayed first representation of the body part is updated in accordance with the movement of the body part. The method includes, while displaying the first representation of the body part, displaying an indicator at a fixed location relative to the first representation of the body part. The indicator is displayed at a first position in the user interface that overlays at least a portion of the representation of the body part. The indicator is updated in accordance with the movement of the body part. The indicator includes an indication of a suggested direction of movement of the body part.
In accordance with some embodiments, a method is performed at a computer system in communication with a display device and one or more cameras. The method includes detecting, using the one or more cameras, a portion of a user's body that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras. The method includes scanning the portion of the user's body that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras to determine a measurement of the portion of the user's body that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras. The method further includes, after scanning the portion of the user's body, generating a machine-readable code that includes information that identifies one or more sizing parameters of a wearable object based on the measurement of the portion of the user's body or that describes the measurement of the portion of the user's body.
In accordance with some embodiments, a method is performed at a computer system in communication with a display device and one or more cameras. The method includes displaying, at a first fixed location within a first user interface, a first visual prompt indicating a position for moving a body part into a field of view of the one or more cameras. The method includes, while displaying the first visual prompt indicating the position for moving the body part into the field of view of the one or more cameras, detecting, using the one or more cameras, a portion of a user's body that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras and corresponds to the body part. The method includes, in response to detecting the portion of the user's body in the field of view of the one or more cameras, displaying a representation of the portion of the user's body and displaying a second visual prompt that is fixed at a predefined position relative to the representation of the portion of the user's body, wherein a position of the second visual prompt relative to a position of the first visual prompt indicates a movement of the body part that is required to satisfy a body part positioning precondition.
In accordance with some embodiments, a computer system includes (and/or is in communication with) a display generation component (e.g., a display, a projector, a head-mounted display, a heads-up display, or the like), one or more cameras (e.g., video cameras that continuously, or repeatedly at regular intervals, provide a live preview of at least a portion of the contents that are within the field of view of the cameras and optionally generate video outputs including one or more streams of image frames capturing the contents within the field of view of the cameras), and one or more input devices (e.g., a touch-sensitive surface, such as a touch-sensitive remote control, or a touch-screen display that also serves as the display generation component, a mouse, a joystick, a wand controller, and/or cameras tracking the position of one or more features of the user such as the user's hands), optionally one or more pose sensors, optionally one or more sensors to detect intensities of contacts with the touch-sensitive surface, optionally one or more tactile output generators, one or more processors, and memory storing one or more programs; the one or more programs are configured to be executed by the one or more processors and the one or more programs include instructions for performing or causing performance of the operations of any of the methods described herein. In accordance with some embodiments, a computer readable storage medium has stored therein instructions that, when executed by a computer system that includes (and/or is in communication with) a display generation component, one or more cameras, one or more input devices, optionally one or more pose sensors, optionally one or more sensors to detect intensities of contacts with the touch-sensitive surface, and optionally one or more tactile output generators, cause the computer system to perform or cause performance of the operations of any of the methods described herein. In accordance with some embodiments, a graphical user interface on a computer system that includes (and/or is in communication with) a display generation component, one or more cameras, one or more input devices, optionally one or more pose sensors, optionally one or more sensors to detect intensities of contacts with the touch-sensitive surface, optionally one or more tactile output generators, a memory, and one or more processors to execute one or more programs stored in the memory includes one or more of the elements displayed in any of the methods described herein, which are updated in response to inputs, as described in any of the methods described herein. In accordance with some embodiments, a computer system includes (and/or is in communication with) a display generation component, one or more cameras, one or more input devices, optionally one or more pose sensors, optionally one or more sensors to detect intensities of contacts with the touch-sensitive surface, optionally one or more tactile output generators, and means for performing or causing performance of the operations of any of the methods described herein. In accordance with some embodiments, an information processing apparatus, for use in a computer system that includes (and/or is in communication with) a display generation component, one or more cameras, one or more input devices, optionally one or more pose sensors, optionally one or more sensors to detect intensities of contacts with the touch-sensitive surface, and optionally one or more tactile output generators, includes means for performing or causing performance of the operations of any of the methods described herein.
Thus, computer systems that have (and/or are in communication with) a display generation component, one or more cameras, one or more input devices, optionally one or more pose sensors, optionally one or more sensors to detect intensities of contacts with the touch-sensitive surface, and optionally one or more tactile output generators, are provided with improved methods and interfaces for measuring using augmented reality environments, thereby increasing the effectiveness, efficiency, and user satisfaction with such computer systems. Such methods and interfaces may complement or replace conventional methods for measuring using augmented reality environments.
For a better understanding of the various described embodiments, reference should be made to the Description of Embodiments below, in conjunction with the following drawings in which like reference numerals refer to corresponding parts throughout the figures.
As noted above, augmented reality environments are useful for measuring objects in physical environment, including a portion of a user's body, by enabling visual indicators to be superimposed on the physical environment, where the visual indicators facilitate placing the portion of the user's body that is to be measured into a proper position and visually indicate progress toward completing a measurement of the portion of the user's body. Conventional methods of measuring using augmented reality do not provide guides to help a user move into a correct position for measurement, or provide dynamic guides as a position of the user progresses. In some cases, conventional methods of storing measurements obtained using augmented reality do not easily allow a device to share measurement information to another device.
The systems, methods, and GUIs described herein improve user interface interactions with virtual/augmented reality environments in multiple ways. For example, they make it easier to measure a portion of the user's body, by providing automatic detection of features of the portion of the user's body, providing visual indications of a proper position (e.g., relative the device or system making the measurement) for the portion of the user's body to be measured, and improved guides for showing a user how the measuring process is progressing as the user moves.
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Reference will now be made in detail to embodiments, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. In the following detailed description, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the various described embodiments. However, it will be apparent to one of ordinary skill in the art that the various described embodiments may be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known methods, procedures, components, circuits, and networks have not been described in detail so as not to unnecessarily obscure aspects of the embodiments.
It will also be understood that, although the terms first, second, etc. are, in some instances, used herein to describe various elements, these elements should not be limited by these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish one element from another. For example, a first contact could be termed a second contact, and, similarly, a second contact could be termed a first contact, without departing from the scope of the various described embodiments. The first contact and the second contact are both contacts, but they are not the same contact, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.
The terminology used in the description of the various described embodiments herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting. As used in the description of the various described embodiments and the appended claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will also be understood that the term “and/or” as used herein refers to and encompasses any and all possible combinations of one or more of the associated listed items. It will be further understood that the terms “includes,” “including,” “comprises,” and/or “comprising,” when used in this specification, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements, and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components, and/or groups thereof.
As used herein, the term “if” is, optionally, construed to mean “when” or “upon” or “in response to determining” or “in response to detecting,” depending on the context. Similarly, the phrase “if it is determined” or “if [a stated condition or event] is detected” is, optionally, construed to mean “upon determining” or “in response to determining” or “upon detecting [the stated condition or event]” or “in response to detecting [the stated condition or event],” depending on the context.
Computer systems for virtual/augmented reality include electronic devices that produce virtual/augmented reality environments. Embodiments of electronic devices, user interfaces for such devices, and associated processes for using such devices are described. In some embodiments, the device is a portable communications device, such as a mobile telephone, that also contains other functions, such as PDA and/or music player functions. Example embodiments of portable multifunction devices include, without limitation, the iPhone®, iPod Touch®, and iPad® devices from Apple Inc. of Cupertino, Calif. Other portable electronic devices, such as laptops or tablet computers with touch-sensitive surfaces (e.g., touch-screen displays and/or touchpads), are, optionally, used. It should also be understood that, in some embodiments, the device is not a portable communications device, but is a desktop computer with a touch-sensitive surface (e.g., a touch-screen display and/or a touchpad) that also includes, or is in communication with, one or more cameras.
In the discussion that follows, a computer system that includes an electronic device that has (and/or is in communication with) a display and a touch-sensitive surface is described. It should be understood, however, that the computer system optionally includes one or more other physical user-interface devices, such as a physical keyboard, a mouse, a joystick, a wand controller, and/or cameras tracking the position of one or more features of the user such as the user's hands.
The device typically supports a variety of applications, such as one or more of the following: a gaming application, a note taking application, a drawing application, a presentation application, a word processing application, a spreadsheet application, a telephone application, a video conferencing application, an e-mail application, an instant messaging application, a workout support application, a photo management application, a digital camera application, a digital video camera application, a web browsing application, a digital music player application, and/or a digital video player application.
The various applications that are executed on the device optionally use at least one common physical user-interface device, such as the touch-sensitive surface. One or more functions of the touch-sensitive surface as well as corresponding information displayed by the device are, optionally, adjusted and/or varied from one application to the next and/or within a respective application. In this way, a common physical architecture (such as the touch-sensitive surface) of the device optionally supports the variety of applications with user interfaces that are intuitive and transparent to the user.
Attention is now directed toward embodiments of portable devices with touch-sensitive displays.
As used in the specification and claims, the term “tactile output” refers to physical displacement of a device relative to a previous position of the device, physical displacement of a component (e.g., a touch-sensitive surface) of a device relative to another component (e.g., housing) of the device, or displacement of the component relative to a center of mass of the device that will be detected by a user with the user's sense of touch. For example, in situations where the device or the component of the device is in contact with a surface of a user that is sensitive to touch (e.g., a finger, palm, or other part of a user's hand), the tactile output generated by the physical displacement will be interpreted by the user as a tactile sensation corresponding to a perceived change in physical characteristics of the device or the component of the device. For example, movement of a touch-sensitive surface (e.g., a touch-sensitive display or trackpad) is, optionally, interpreted by the user as a “down click” or “up click” of a physical actuator button. In some cases, a user will feel a tactile sensation such as an “down click” or “up click” even when there is no movement of a physical actuator button associated with the touch-sensitive surface that is physically pressed (e.g., displaced) by the user's movements. As another example, movement of the touch-sensitive surface is, optionally, interpreted or sensed by the user as “roughness” of the touch-sensitive surface, even when there is no change in smoothness of the touch-sensitive surface. While such interpretations of touch by a user will be subject to the individualized sensory perceptions of the user, there are many sensory perceptions of touch that are common to a large majority of users. Thus, when a tactile output is described as corresponding to a particular sensory perception of a user (e.g., an “up click,” a “down click,” “roughness”), unless otherwise stated, the generated tactile output corresponds to physical displacement of the device or a component thereof that will generate the described sensory perception for a typical (or average) user. Using tactile outputs to provide haptic feedback to a user enhances the operability of the device and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to provide proper inputs and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the device) which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
It should be appreciated that device 100 is only one example of a portable multifunction device, and that device 100 optionally has more or fewer components than shown, optionally combines two or more components, or optionally has a different configuration or arrangement of the components. The various components shown in
Memory 102 optionally includes high-speed random-access memory and optionally also includes non-volatile memory, such as one or more magnetic disk storage devices, flash memory devices, or other non-volatile solid-state memory devices. Access to memory 102 by other components of device 100, such as CPU(s) 120 and the peripherals interface 118, is, optionally, controlled by memory controller 122.
Peripherals interface 118 can be used to couple input and output peripherals of the device to CPU(s) 120 and memory 102. The one or more processors 120 run or execute various software programs and/or sets of instructions stored in memory 102 to perform various functions for device 100 and to process data.
In some embodiments, peripherals interface 118, CPU(s) 120, and memory controller 122 are, optionally, implemented on a single chip, such as chip 104. In some other embodiments, they are, optionally, implemented on separate chips.
RF (radio frequency) circuitry 108 receives and sends RF signals, also called electromagnetic signals. RF circuitry 108 converts electrical signals to/from electromagnetic signals and communicates with communications networks and other communications devices via the electromagnetic signals. RF circuitry 108 optionally includes well-known circuitry for performing these functions, including but not limited to an antenna system, an RF transceiver, one or more amplifiers, a tuner, one or more oscillators, a digital signal processor, a CODEC chipset, a subscriber identity module (SIM) card, memory, and so forth. RF circuitry 108 optionally communicates with networks, such as the Internet, also referred to as the World Wide Web (WWW), an intranet and/or a wireless network, such as a cellular telephone network, a wireless local area network (LAN) and/or a metropolitan area network (MAN), and other devices by wireless communication. The wireless communication optionally uses any of a plurality of communications standards, protocols and technologies, including but not limited to Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM), Enhanced Data GSM Environment (EDGE), high-speed downlink packet access (HSDPA), high-speed uplink packet access (HSDPA), Evolution, Data-Only (EV-DO), HSPA, HSPA+, Dual-Cell HSPA (DC-HSPA), long term evolution (LTE), near field communication (NFC), wideband code division multiple access (W-CDMA), code division multiple access (CDMA), time division multiple access (TDMA), Bluetooth, Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) (e.g., IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g and/or IEEE 802.11n), voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), Wi-MAX, a protocol for e-mail (e.g., Internet message access protocol (IMAP) and/or post office protocol (POP)), instant messaging (e.g., extensible messaging and presence protocol (XMPP), Session Initiation Protocol for Instant Messaging and Presence Leveraging Extensions (SIMPLE), Instant Messaging and Presence Service (IMPS)), and/or Short Message Service (SMS), or any other suitable communication protocol, including communication protocols not yet developed as of the filing date of this document.
Audio circuitry 110, speaker 111, and microphone 113 provide an audio interface between a user and device 100. Audio circuitry 110 receives audio data from peripherals interface 118, converts the audio data to an electrical signal, and transmits the electrical signal to speaker 111. Speaker 111 converts the electrical signal to human-audible sound waves. Audio circuitry 110 also receives electrical signals converted by microphone 113 from sound waves. Audio circuitry 110 converts the electrical signal to audio data and transmits the audio data to peripherals interface 118 for processing. Audio data is, optionally, retrieved from and/or transmitted to memory 102 and/or RF circuitry 108 by peripherals interface 118. In some embodiments, audio circuitry 110 also includes a headset jack (e.g., 212,
I/O subsystem 106 couples input/output peripherals on device 100, such as touch-sensitive display system 112 and other input or control devices 116, with peripherals interface 118. I/O subsystem 106 optionally includes display controller 156, optical sensor controller 158, intensity sensor controller 159, haptic feedback controller 161, and one or more input controllers 160 for other input or control devices. The one or more input controllers 160 receive/send electrical signals from/to other input or control devices 116. The other input or control devices 116 optionally include physical buttons (e.g., push buttons, rocker buttons, etc.), dials, slider switches, joysticks, click wheels, and so forth. In some alternate embodiments, input controller(s) 160 are, optionally, coupled with any (or none) of the following: a keyboard, infrared port, USB port, stylus, and/or a pointer device such as a mouse. The one or more buttons (e.g., 208,
Touch-sensitive display system 112 provides an input interface and an output interface between the device and a user. Display controller 156 receives and/or sends electrical signals from/to touch-sensitive display system 112. Touch-sensitive display system 112 displays visual output to the user. The visual output optionally includes graphics, text, icons, video, and any combination thereof (collectively termed “graphics”). In some embodiments, some or all of the visual output corresponds to user interface objects. As used herein, the term “affordance” refers to a user-interactive graphical user interface object (e.g., a graphical user interface object that is configured to respond to inputs directed toward the graphical user interface object). Examples of user-interactive graphical user interface objects include, without limitation, a button, slider, icon, selectable menu item, switch, hyperlink, or other user interface control.
Touch-sensitive display system 112 has a touch-sensitive surface, sensor or set of sensors that accepts input from the user based on haptic and/or tactile contact. Touch-sensitive display system 112 and display controller 156 (along with any associated modules and/or sets of instructions in memory 102) detect contact (and any movement or breaking of the contact) on touch-sensitive display system 112 and converts the detected contact into interaction with user-interface objects (e.g., one or more soft keys, icons, web pages or images) that are displayed on touch-sensitive display system 112. In some embodiments, a point of contact between touch-sensitive display system 112 and the user corresponds to a finger of the user or a stylus.
Touch-sensitive display system 112 optionally uses LCD (liquid crystal display) technology, LPD (light emitting polymer display) technology, or LED (light emitting diode) technology, although other display technologies are used in other embodiments. Touch-sensitive display system 112 and display controller 156 optionally detect contact and any movement or breaking thereof using any of a plurality of touch sensing technologies now known or later developed, including but not limited to capacitive, resistive, infrared, and surface acoustic wave technologies, as well as other proximity sensor arrays or other elements for determining one or more points of contact with touch-sensitive display system 112. In some embodiments, projected mutual capacitance sensing technology is used, such as that found in the iPhone®, iPod Touch®, and iPad® from Apple Inc. of Cupertino, Calif.
Touch-sensitive display system 112 optionally has a video resolution in excess of 100 dpi. In some embodiments, the touch screen video resolution is in excess of 400 dpi (e.g., 500 dpi, 800 dpi, or greater). The user optionally makes contact with touch-sensitive display system 112 using any suitable object or appendage, such as a stylus, a finger, and so forth. In some embodiments, the user interface is designed to work with finger-based contacts and gestures, which can be less precise than stylus-based input due to the larger area of contact of a finger on the touch screen. In some embodiments, the device translates the rough finger-based input into a precise pointer/cursor position or command for performing the actions desired by the user.
In some embodiments, in addition to the touch screen, device 100 optionally includes a touchpad for activating or deactivating particular functions. In some embodiments, the touchpad is a touch-sensitive area of the device that, unlike the touch screen, does not display visual output. The touchpad is, optionally, a touch-sensitive surface that is separate from touch-sensitive display system 112 or an extension of the touch-sensitive surface formed by the touch screen.
Device 100 also includes power system 162 for powering the various components. Power system 162 optionally includes a power management system, one or more power sources (e.g., battery, alternating current (AC)), a recharging system, a power failure detection circuit, a power converter or inverter, a power status indicator (e.g., a light-emitting diode (LED)) and any other components associated with the generation, management and distribution of power in portable devices.
Device 100 optionally also includes one or more optical sensors 164 (e.g., as part of one or more cameras).
Device 100 optionally also includes one or more contact intensity sensors 165.
Device 100 optionally also includes one or more proximity sensors 166.
Device 100 optionally also includes one or more tactile output generators 163.
Device 100 optionally also includes one or more accelerometers 167, gyroscopes 168, and/or magnetometers 169 (e.g., as part of an inertial measurement unit (IMU)) for obtaining information concerning the pose (e.g., position and orientation or attitude) of the device.
In some embodiments, the software components stored in memory 102 include operating system 126, communication module (or set of instructions) 128, contact/motion module (or set of instructions) 130, graphics module (or set of instructions) 132, haptic feedback module (or set of instructions) 133, text input module (or set of instructions) 134, Global Positioning System (GPS) module (or set of instructions) 135, and applications (or sets of instructions) 136. Furthermore, in some embodiments, memory 102 stores device/global internal state 157, as shown in
Operating system 126 (e.g., iOS, Android, Darwin, RTXC, LINUX, UNIX, OS X, WINDOWS, or an embedded operating system such as VxWorks) includes various software components and/or drivers for controlling and managing general system tasks (e.g., memory management, storage device control, power management, etc.) and facilitates communication between various hardware and software components.
Communication module 128 facilitates communication with other devices over one or more external ports 124 and also includes various software components for handling data received by RF circuitry 108 and/or external port 124. External port 124 (e.g., Universal Serial Bus (USB), FIREWIRE, etc.) is adapted for coupling directly to other devices or indirectly over a network (e.g., the Internet, wireless LAN, etc.). In some embodiments, the external port is a multi-pin (e.g., 30-pin) connector that is the same as, or similar to and/or compatible with the 30-pin connector used in some iPhone®, iPod Touch®, and iPad® devices from Apple Inc. of Cupertino, Calif. In some embodiments, the external port is a Lightning connector that is the same as, or similar to and/or compatible with the Lightning connector used in some iPhone®, iPod Touch®, and iPad® devices from Apple Inc. of Cupertino, Calif. In some embodiments, the external port is a USB Type-C connector that is the same as, or similar to and/or compatible with the USB Type-C connector used in some electronic devices from Apple Inc. of Cupertino, Calif.
Contact/motion module 130 optionally detects contact with touch-sensitive display system 112 (in conjunction with display controller 156) and other touch-sensitive devices (e.g., a touchpad or physical click wheel). Contact/motion module 130 includes various software components for performing various operations related to detection of contact (e.g., by a finger or by a stylus), such as determining if contact has occurred (e.g., detecting a finger-down event), determining an intensity of the contact (e.g., the force or pressure of the contact or a substitute for the force or pressure of the contact), determining if there is movement of the contact and tracking the movement across the touch-sensitive surface (e.g., detecting one or more finger-dragging events), and determining if the contact has ceased (e.g., detecting a finger-up event or a break in contact). Contact/motion module 130 receives contact data from the touch-sensitive surface. Determining movement of the point of contact, which is represented by a series of contact data, optionally includes determining speed (magnitude), velocity (magnitude and direction), and/or an acceleration (a change in magnitude and/or direction) of the point of contact. These operations are, optionally, applied to single contacts (e.g., one finger contacts or stylus contacts) or to multiple simultaneous contacts (e.g., “multitouch”/multiple finger contacts). In some embodiments, contact/motion module 130 and display controller 156 detect contact on a touchpad.
Contact/motion module 130 optionally detects a gesture input by a user. Different gestures on the touch-sensitive surface have different contact patterns (e.g., different motions, timings, and/or intensities of detected contacts). Thus, a gesture is, optionally, detected by detecting a particular contact pattern. For example, detecting a finger tap gesture includes detecting a finger-down event followed by detecting a finger-up (lift off) event at the same position (or substantially the same position) as the finger-down event (e.g., at the position of an icon). As another example, detecting a finger swipe gesture on the touch-sensitive surface includes detecting a finger-down event followed by detecting one or more finger-dragging events, and subsequently followed by detecting a finger-up (lift off) event. Similarly, tap, swipe, drag, and other gestures are optionally detected for a stylus by detecting a particular contact pattern for the stylus.
In some embodiments, detecting a finger tap gesture depends on the length of time between detecting the finger-down event and the finger-up event, but is independent of the intensity of the finger contact between detecting the finger-down event and the finger-up event. In some embodiments, a tap gesture is detected in accordance with a determination that the length of time between the finger-down event and the finger-up event is less than a predetermined value (e.g., less than 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4 or 0.5 seconds), independent of whether the intensity of the finger contact during the tap meets a given intensity threshold (greater than a nominal contact-detection intensity threshold), such as a light press or deep press intensity threshold. Thus, a finger tap gesture can satisfy particular input criteria that do not require that the characteristic intensity of a contact satisfy a given intensity threshold in order for the particular input criteria to be met. For clarity, the finger contact in a tap gesture typically needs to satisfy a nominal contact-detection intensity threshold, below which the contact is not detected, in order for the finger-down event to be detected. A similar analysis applies to detecting a tap gesture by a stylus or other contact. In cases where the device is capable of detecting a finger or stylus contact hovering over a touch sensitive surface, the nominal contact-detection intensity threshold optionally does not correspond to physical contact between the finger or stylus and the touch sensitive surface.
The same concepts apply in an analogous manner to other types of gestures. For example, a swipe gesture, a pinch gesture, a depinch gesture, and/or a long press gesture are optionally detected based on the satisfaction of criteria that are either independent of intensities of contacts included in the gesture, or do not require that contact(s) that perform the gesture reach intensity thresholds in order to be recognized. For example, a swipe gesture is detected based on an amount of movement of one or more contacts; a pinch gesture is detected based on movement of two or more contacts towards each other; a depinch gesture is detected based on movement of two or more contacts away from each other; and a long press gesture is detected based on a duration of the contact on the touch-sensitive surface with less than a threshold amount of movement. As such, the statement that particular gesture recognition criteria do not require that the intensity of the contact(s) meet a respective intensity threshold in order for the particular gesture recognition criteria to be met means that the particular gesture recognition criteria are capable of being satisfied if the contact(s) in the gesture do not reach the respective intensity threshold, and are also capable of being satisfied in circumstances where one or more of the contacts in the gesture do reach or exceed the respective intensity threshold. In some embodiments, a tap gesture is detected based on a determination that the finger-down and finger-up event are detected within a predefined time period, without regard to whether the contact is above or below the respective intensity threshold during the predefined time period, and a swipe gesture is detected based on a determination that the contact movement is greater than a predefined magnitude, even if the contact is above the respective intensity threshold at the end of the contact movement. Even in implementations where detection of a gesture is influenced by the intensity of contacts performing the gesture (e.g., the device detects a long press more quickly when the intensity of the contact is above an intensity threshold or delays detection of a tap input when the intensity of the contact is higher), the detection of those gestures does not require that the contacts reach a particular intensity threshold so long as the criteria for recognizing the gesture can be met in circumstances where the contact does not reach the particular intensity threshold (e.g., even if the amount of time that it takes to recognize the gesture changes).
Contact intensity thresholds, duration thresholds, and movement thresholds are, in some circumstances, combined in a variety of different combinations in order to create heuristics for distinguishing two or more different gestures directed to the same input element or region so that multiple different interactions with the same input element are enabled to provide a richer set of user interactions and responses. The statement that a particular set of gesture recognition criteria do not require that the intensity of the contact(s) meet a respective intensity threshold in order for the particular gesture recognition criteria to be met does not preclude the concurrent evaluation of other intensity-dependent gesture recognition criteria to identify other gestures that do have criteria that are met when a gesture includes a contact with an intensity above the respective intensity threshold. For example, in some circumstances, first gesture recognition criteria for a first gesture—which do not require that the intensity of the contact(s) meet a respective intensity threshold in order for the first gesture recognition criteria to be met—are in competition with second gesture recognition criteria for a second gesture—which are dependent on the contact(s) reaching the respective intensity threshold. In such competitions, the gesture is, optionally, not recognized as meeting the first gesture recognition criteria for the first gesture if the second gesture recognition criteria for the second gesture are met first. For example, if a contact reaches the respective intensity threshold before the contact moves by a predefined amount of movement, a deep press gesture is detected rather than a swipe gesture. Conversely, if the contact moves by the predefined amount of movement before the contact reaches the respective intensity threshold, a swipe gesture is detected rather than a deep press gesture. Even in such circumstances, the first gesture recognition criteria for the first gesture still do not require that the intensity of the contact(s) meet a respective intensity threshold in order for the first gesture recognition criteria to be met because if the contact stayed below the respective intensity threshold until an end of the gesture (e.g., a swipe gesture with a contact that does not increase to an intensity above the respective intensity threshold), the gesture would have been recognized by the first gesture recognition criteria as a swipe gesture. As such, particular gesture recognition criteria that do not require that the intensity of the contact(s) meet a respective intensity threshold in order for the particular gesture recognition criteria to be met will (A) in some circumstances ignore the intensity of the contact with respect to the intensity threshold (e.g. for a tap gesture) and/or (B) in some circumstances still be dependent on the intensity of the contact with respect to the intensity threshold in the sense that the particular gesture recognition criteria (e.g., for a long press gesture) will fail if a competing set of intensity-dependent gesture recognition criteria (e.g., for a deep press gesture) recognize an input as corresponding to an intensity-dependent gesture before the particular gesture recognition criteria recognize a gesture corresponding to the input (e.g., for a long press gesture that is competing with a deep press gesture for recognition).
Pose module 131, in conjunction with accelerometers 167, gyroscopes 168, and/or magnetometers 169, optionally detects pose information concerning the device, such as the device's pose (e.g., roll, pitch, yaw and/or position) in a particular frame of reference. Pose module 131 includes software components for performing various operations related to detecting the position of the device and detecting changes to the pose of the device.
Graphics module 132 includes various known software components for rendering and displaying graphics on touch-sensitive display system 112 or other display, including components for changing the visual impact (e.g., brightness, transparency, saturation, contrast or other visual property) of graphics that are displayed. As used herein, the term “graphics” includes any object that can be displayed to a user, including without limitation text, web pages, icons (such as user-interface objects including soft keys), digital images, videos, animations and the like.
In some embodiments, graphics module 132 stores data representing graphics to be used. Each graphic is, optionally, assigned a corresponding code. Graphics module 132 receives, from applications etc., one or more codes specifying graphics to be displayed along with, if necessary, coordinate data and other graphic property data, and then generates screen image data to output to display controller 156.
Haptic feedback module 133 includes various software components for generating instructions (e.g., instructions used by haptic feedback controller 161) to produce tactile outputs using tactile output generator(s) 163 at one or more locations on device 100 in response to user interactions with device 100.
Text input module 134, which is, optionally, a component of graphics module 132, provides soft keyboards for entering text in various applications (e.g., contacts 137, e-mail 140, IM 141, browser 147, and any other application that needs text input).
GPS module 135 determines the location of the device and provides this information for use in various applications (e.g., to telephone 138 for use in location-based dialing, to camera 143 as picture/video metadata, and to applications that provide location-based services such as weather widgets, local yellow page widgets, and map/navigation widgets).
Virtual/augmented reality module 145 provides virtual and/or augmented reality logic to applications 136 that implement augmented reality, and in some embodiments virtual reality, features. Virtual/augmented reality module 145 facilitates superposition of virtual content, such as a virtual user interface object, on a representation of at least a portion of a field of view of the one or more cameras. For example, with assistance from the virtual/augmented reality module 145, the representation of at least a portion of a field of view of the one or more cameras may include a respective physical object and the virtual user interface object may be displayed at a location, in a displayed augmented reality environment, that is determined based on the respective physical object in the field of view of the one or more cameras or a virtual reality environment that is determined based on the pose of at least a portion of a computer system (e.g., a pose of a display device that is used to display the user interface to a user of the computer system).
Applications 136 optionally include the following modules (or sets of instructions), or a subset or superset thereof:
Examples of other applications 136 that are, optionally, stored in memory 102 include other word processing applications, other image editing applications, drawing applications, presentation applications, JAVA-enabled applications, encryption, digital rights management, voice recognition, and voice replication.
In conjunction with touch-sensitive display system 112, display controller 156, contact module 130, graphics module 132, and text input module 134, contacts module 137 includes executable instructions to manage an address book or contact list (e.g., stored in application internal state 192 of contacts module 137 in memory 102 or memory 370), including: adding name(s) to the address book; deleting name(s) from the address book; associating telephone number(s), e-mail address(es), physical address(es) or other information with a name; associating an image with a name; categorizing and sorting names; providing telephone numbers and/or e-mail addresses to initiate and/or facilitate communications by telephone 138, video conference 139, e-mail 140, or IM 141; and so forth.
In conjunction with RF circuitry 108, audio circuitry 110, speaker 111, microphone 113, touch-sensitive display system 112, display controller 156, contact module 130, graphics module 132, and text input module 134, telephone module 138 includes executable instructions to enter a sequence of characters corresponding to a telephone number, access one or more telephone numbers in address book 137, modify a telephone number that has been entered, dial a respective telephone number, conduct a conversation and disconnect or hang up when the conversation is completed. As noted above, the wireless communication optionally uses any of a plurality of communications standards, protocols and technologies.
In conjunction with RF circuitry 108, audio circuitry 110, speaker 111, microphone 113, touch-sensitive display system 112, display controller 156, optical sensor(s) 164, optical sensor controller 158, contact module 130, graphics module 132, text input module 134, contact list 137, and telephone module 138, videoconferencing module 139 includes executable instructions to initiate, conduct, and terminate a video conference between a user and one or more other participants in accordance with user instructions.
In conjunction with RF circuitry 108, touch-sensitive display system 112, display controller 156, contact module 130, graphics module 132, and text input module 134, e-mail client module 140 includes executable instructions to create, send, receive, and manage e-mail in response to user instructions. In conjunction with image management module 144, e-mail client module 140 makes it very easy to create and send e-mails with still or video images taken with camera module 143.
In conjunction with RF circuitry 108, touch-sensitive display system 112, display controller 156, contact module 130, graphics module 132, and text input module 134, the instant messaging module 141 includes executable instructions to enter a sequence of characters corresponding to an instant message, to modify previously entered characters, to transmit a respective instant message (for example, using a Short Message Service (SMS) or Multimedia Message Service (MMS) protocol for telephony-based instant messages or using XMPP, SIMPLE, Apple Push Notification Service (APNs) or IMPS for Internet-based instant messages), to receive instant messages, and to view received instant messages. In some embodiments, transmitted and/or received instant messages optionally include graphics, photos, audio files, video files and/or other attachments as are supported in a MMS and/or an Enhanced Messaging Service (EMS). As used herein, “instant messaging” refers to both telephony-based messages (e.g., messages sent using SMS or MMS) and Internet-based messages (e.g., messages sent using XMPP, SIMPLE, APNs, or IMPS).
In conjunction with RF circuitry 108, touch-sensitive display system 112, display controller 156, contact module 130, graphics module 132, text input module 134, GPS module 135, map module 154, and video and music player module 152, workout support module 142 includes executable instructions to create workouts (e.g., with time, distance, and/or calorie burning goals); communicate with workout sensors (in sports devices and smart watches); receive workout sensor data; calibrate sensors used to monitor a workout; select and play music for a workout; and display, store and transmit workout data.
In conjunction with touch-sensitive display system 112, display controller 156, optical sensor(s) 164, optical sensor controller 158, contact module 130, graphics module 132, and image management module 144, camera module 143 includes executable instructions to capture still images or video (including a video stream) and store them into memory 102, modify characteristics of a still image or video, and/or delete a still image or video from memory 102.
In conjunction with touch-sensitive display system 112, display controller 156, contact module 130, graphics module 132, text input module 134, and camera module 143, image management module 144 includes executable instructions to arrange, modify (e.g., edit), or otherwise manipulate, label, delete, present (e.g., in a digital slide show or album), and store still and/or video images.
In conjunction with RF circuitry 108, touch-sensitive display system 112, display controller 156, contact module 130, graphics module 132, and text input module 134, browser module 147 includes executable instructions to browse the Internet in accordance with user instructions, including searching, linking to, receiving, and displaying web pages or portions thereof, as well as attachments and other files linked to web pages.
In conjunction with RF circuitry 108, touch-sensitive display system 112, display controller 156, contact module 130, graphics module 132, text input module 134, e-mail client module 140, and browser module 147, calendar module 148 includes executable instructions to create, display, modify, and store calendars and data associated with calendars (e.g., calendar entries, to do lists, etc.) in accordance with user instructions.
In conjunction with RF circuitry 108, touch-sensitive display system 112, display controller 156, contact module 130, graphics module 132, text input module 134, and browser module 147, widget modules 149 are mini-applications that are, optionally, downloaded and used by a user (e.g., weather widget 149-1, stocks widget 149-2, calculator widget 149-3, alarm clock widget 149-4, and dictionary widget 149-5) or created by the user (e.g., user-created widget 149-6). In some embodiments, a widget includes an HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) file, a CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) file, and a JavaScript file. In some embodiments, a widget includes an XML (Extensible Markup Language) file and a JavaScript file (e.g., Yahoo! Widgets).
In conjunction with RF circuitry 108, touch-sensitive display system 112, display controller 156, contact module 130, graphics module 132, text input module 134, and browser module 147, the widget creator module 150 includes executable instructions to create widgets (e.g., turning a user-specified portion of a web page into a widget).
In conjunction with touch-sensitive display system 112, display controller 156, contact module 130, graphics module 132, and text input module 134, search module 151 includes executable instructions to search for text, music, sound, image, video, and/or other files in memory 102 that match one or more search criteria (e.g., one or more user-specified search terms) in accordance with user instructions.
In conjunction with touch-sensitive display system 112, display controller 156, contact module 130, graphics module 132, audio circuitry 110, speaker 111, RF circuitry 108, and browser module 147, video and music player module 152 includes executable instructions that allow the user to download and play back recorded music and other sound files stored in one or more file formats, such as MP3 or AAC files, and executable instructions to display, present or otherwise play back videos (e.g., on touch-sensitive display system 112, or on an external display connected wirelessly or via external port 124). In some embodiments, device 100 optionally includes the functionality of an MP3 player, such as an iPod (trademark of Apple Inc.).
In conjunction with touch-sensitive display system 112, display controller 156, contact module 130, graphics module 132, and text input module 134, notes module 153 includes executable instructions to create and manage notes, to do lists, and the like in accordance with user instructions.
In conjunction with RF circuitry 108, touch-sensitive display system 112, display controller 156, contact module 130, graphics module 132, text input module 134, GPS module 135, and browser module 147, map module 154 includes executable instructions to receive, display, modify, and store maps and data associated with maps (e.g., driving directions; data on stores and other points of interest at or near a particular location; and other location-based data) in accordance with user instructions.
In conjunction with touch-sensitive display system 112, display controller 156, contact module 130, graphics module 132, audio circuitry 110, speaker 111, RF circuitry 108, text input module 134, e-mail client module 140, and browser module 147, online video module 155 includes executable instructions that allow the user to access, browse, receive (e.g., by streaming and/or download), play back (e.g., on the touch screen 112, or on an external display connected wirelessly or via external port 124), send an e-mail with a link to a particular online video, and otherwise manage online videos in one or more file formats, such as H.264. In some embodiments, instant messaging module 141, rather than e-mail client module 140, is used to send a link to a particular online video.
Each of the above identified modules and applications correspond to a set of executable instructions for performing one or more functions described above and the methods described in this application (e.g., the computer-implemented methods and other information processing methods described herein). These modules (i.e., sets of instructions) need not be implemented as separate software programs, procedures or modules, and thus various subsets of these modules are, optionally, combined or otherwise re-arranged in various embodiments. In some embodiments, memory 102 optionally stores a subset of the modules and data structures identified above. Furthermore, memory 102 optionally stores additional modules and data structures not described above.
In some embodiments, device 100 is a device where operation of a predefined set of functions on the device is performed exclusively through a touch screen and/or a touchpad. By using a touch screen and/or a touchpad as the primary input control device for operation of device 100, the number of physical input control devices (such as push buttons, dials, and the like) on device 100 is, optionally, reduced.
The predefined set of functions that are performed exclusively through a touch screen and/or a touchpad optionally include navigation between user interfaces. In some embodiments, the touchpad, when touched by the user, navigates device 100 to a main, home, or root menu from any user interface that is displayed on device 100. In such embodiments, a “menu button” is implemented using a touch-sensitive surface. In some other embodiments, the menu button is a physical push button or other physical input control device instead of a touch-sensitive surface.
Event sorter 170 receives event information and determines the application 136-1 and application view 191 of application 136-1 to which to deliver the event information. Event sorter 170 includes event monitor 171 and event dispatcher module 174. In some embodiments, application 136-1 includes application internal state 192, which indicates the current application view(s) displayed on touch-sensitive display system 112 when the application is active or executing. In some embodiments, device/global internal state 157 is used by event sorter 170 to determine which application(s) is (are) currently active, and application internal state 192 is used by event sorter 170 to determine application views 191 to which to deliver event information.
In some embodiments, application internal state 192 includes additional information, such as one or more of: resume information to be used when application 136-1 resumes execution, user interface state information that indicates information being displayed or that is ready for display by application 136-1, a state queue for enabling the user to go back to a prior state or view of application 136-1, and a redo/undo queue of previous actions taken by the user.
Event monitor 171 receives event information from peripherals interface 118. Event information includes information about a sub-event (e.g., a user touch on touch-sensitive display system 112, as part of a multi-touch gesture). Peripherals interface 118 transmits information it receives from I/O subsystem 106 or a sensor, such as proximity sensor 166, accelerometer(s) 167, and/or microphone 113 (through audio circuitry 110). Information that peripherals interface 118 receives from I/O subsystem 106 includes information from touch-sensitive display system 112 or a touch-sensitive surface.
In some embodiments, event monitor 171 sends requests to the peripherals interface 118 at predetermined intervals. In response, peripherals interface 118 transmits event information. In other embodiments, peripheral interface 118 transmits event information only when there is a significant event (e.g., receiving an input above a predetermined noise threshold and/or for more than a predetermined duration).
In some embodiments, event sorter 170 also includes a hit view determination module 172 and/or an active event recognizer determination module 173.
Hit view determination module 172 provides software procedures for determining where a sub-event has taken place within one or more views, when touch-sensitive display system 112 displays more than one view. Views are made up of controls and other elements that a user can see on the display.
Another aspect of the user interface associated with an application is a set of views, sometimes herein called application views or user interface windows, in which information is displayed and touch-based gestures occur. The application views (of a respective application) in which a touch is detected optionally correspond to programmatic levels within a programmatic or view hierarchy of the application. For example, the lowest level view in which a touch is detected is, optionally, called the hit view, and the set of events that are recognized as proper inputs are, optionally, determined based, at least in part, on the hit view of the initial touch that begins a touch-based gesture.
Hit view determination module 172 receives information related to sub-events of a touch-based gesture. When an application has multiple views organized in a hierarchy, hit view determination module 172 identifies a hit view as the lowest view in the hierarchy which should handle the sub-event. In most circumstances, the hit view is the lowest level view in which an initiating sub-event occurs (i.e., the first sub-event in the sequence of sub-events that form an event or potential event). Once the hit view is identified by the hit view determination module, the hit view typically receives all sub-events related to the same touch or input source for which it was identified as the hit view.
Active event recognizer determination module 173 determines which view or views within a view hierarchy should receive a particular sequence of sub-events. In some embodiments, active event recognizer determination module 173 determines that only the hit view should receive a particular sequence of sub-events. In other embodiments, active event recognizer determination module 173 determines that all views that include the physical location of a sub-event are actively involved views, and therefore determines that all actively involved views should receive a particular sequence of sub-events. In other embodiments, even if touch sub-events were entirely confined to the area associated with one particular view, views higher in the hierarchy would still remain as actively involved views.
Event dispatcher module 174 dispatches the event information to an event recognizer (e.g., event recognizer 180). In embodiments including active event recognizer determination module 173, event dispatcher module 174 delivers the event information to an event recognizer determined by active event recognizer determination module 173. In some embodiments, event dispatcher module 174 stores in an event queue the event information, which is retrieved by a respective event receiver module 182.
In some embodiments, operating system 126 includes event sorter 170. Alternatively, application 136-1 includes event sorter 170. In yet other embodiments, event sorter 170 is a stand-alone module, or a part of another module stored in memory 102, such as contact/motion module 130.
In some embodiments, application 136-1 includes a plurality of event handlers 190 and one or more application views 191, each of which includes instructions for handling touch events that occur within a respective view of the application's user interface. Each application view 191 of the application 136-1 includes one or more event recognizers 180. Typically, a respective application view 191 includes a plurality of event recognizers 180. In other embodiments, one or more of event recognizers 180 are part of a separate module, such as a user interface kit or a higher-level object from which application 136-1 inherits methods and other properties. In some embodiments, a respective event handler 190 includes one or more of: data updater 176, object updater 177, GUI updater 178, and/or event data 179 received from event sorter 170. Event handler 190 optionally utilizes or calls data updater 176, object updater 177 or GUI updater 178 to update the application internal state 192. Alternatively, one or more of the application views 191 includes one or more respective event handlers 190. Also, in some embodiments, one or more of data updater 176, object updater 177, and GUI updater 178 are included in a respective application view 191.
A respective event recognizer 180 receives event information (e.g., event data 179) from event sorter 170, and identifies an event from the event information. Event recognizer 180 includes event receiver 182 and event comparator 184. In some embodiments, event recognizer 180 also includes at least a subset of: metadata 183, and event delivery instructions 188 (which optionally include sub-event delivery instructions).
Event receiver 182 receives event information from event sorter 170. The event information includes information about a sub-event, for example, a touch or a touch movement. Depending on the sub-event, the event information also includes additional information, such as location of the sub-event. When the sub-event concerns motion of a touch, the event information optionally also includes speed and direction of the sub-event. In some embodiments, events include rotation of the device from one orientation to another (e.g., from a portrait orientation to a landscape orientation, or vice versa), and the event information includes corresponding information about the current pose (e.g., position and orientation) of the device.
Event comparator 184 compares the event information to predefined event or sub-event definitions and, based on the comparison, determines an event or sub-event, or determines or updates the state of an event or sub-event. In some embodiments, event comparator 184 includes event definitions 186. Event definitions 186 contain definitions of events (e.g., predefined sequences of sub-events), for example, event 1 (187-1), event 2 (187-2), and others. In some embodiments, sub-events in an event 187 include, for example, touch begin, touch end, touch movement, touch cancellation, and multiple touching. In one example, the definition for event 1 (187-1) is a double tap on a displayed object. The double tap, for example, comprises a first touch (touch begin) on the displayed object for a predetermined phase, a first lift-off (touch end) for a predetermined phase, a second touch (touch begin) on the displayed object for a predetermined phase, and a second lift-off (touch end) for a predetermined phase. In another example, the definition for event 2 (187-2) is a dragging on a displayed object. The dragging, for example, comprises a touch (or contact) on the displayed object for a predetermined phase, a movement of the touch across touch-sensitive display system 112, and lift-off of the touch (touch end). In some embodiments, the event also includes information for one or more associated event handlers 190.
In some embodiments, event definition 187 includes a definition of an event for a respective user-interface object. In some embodiments, event comparator 184 performs a hit test to determine which user-interface object is associated with a sub-event. For example, in an application view in which three user-interface objects are displayed on touch-sensitive display system 112, when a touch is detected on touch-sensitive display system 112, event comparator 184 performs a hit test to determine which of the three user-interface objects is associated with the touch (sub-event). If each displayed object is associated with a respective event handler 190, the event comparator uses the result of the hit test to determine which event handler 190 should be activated. For example, event comparator 184 selects an event handler associated with the sub-event and the object triggering the hit test.
In some embodiments, the definition for a respective event 187 also includes delayed actions that delay delivery of the event information until after it has been determined whether the sequence of sub-events does or does not correspond to the event recognizer's event type.
When a respective event recognizer 180 determines that the series of sub-events do not match any of the events in event definitions 186, the respective event recognizer 180 enters an event impossible, event failed, or event ended state, after which it disregards subsequent sub-events of the touch-based gesture. In this situation, other event recognizers, if any, that remain active for the hit view continue to track and process sub-events of an ongoing touch-based gesture.
In some embodiments, a respective event recognizer 180 includes metadata 183 with configurable properties, flags, and/or lists that indicate how the event delivery system should perform sub-event delivery to actively involved event recognizers. In some embodiments, metadata 183 includes configurable properties, flags, and/or lists that indicate how event recognizers interact, or are enabled to interact, with one another. In some embodiments, metadata 183 includes configurable properties, flags, and/or lists that indicate whether sub-events are delivered to varying levels in the view or programmatic hierarchy.
In some embodiments, a respective event recognizer 180 activates event handler 190 associated with an event when one or more particular sub-events of an event are recognized. In some embodiments, a respective event recognizer 180 delivers event information associated with the event to event handler 190. Activating an event handler 190 is distinct from sending (and deferred sending) sub-events to a respective hit view. In some embodiments, event recognizer 180 throws a flag associated with the recognized event, and event handler 190 associated with the flag catches the flag and performs a predefined process.
In some embodiments, event delivery instructions 188 include sub-event delivery instructions that deliver event information about a sub-event without activating an event handler. Instead, the sub-event delivery instructions deliver event information to event handlers associated with the series of sub-events or to actively involved views. Event handlers associated with the series of sub-events or with actively involved views receive the event information and perform a predetermined process.
In some embodiments, data updater 176 creates and updates data used in application 136-1. For example, data updater 176 updates the telephone number used in contacts module 137, or stores a video file used in video and music player module 152. In some embodiments, object updater 177 creates and updates objects used in application 136-1. For example, object updater 177 creates a new user-interface object or updates the position of a user-interface object. GUI updater 178 updates the GUI. For example, GUI updater 178 prepares display information and sends it to graphics module 132 for display on a touch-sensitive display.
In some embodiments, event handler(s) 190 includes or has access to data updater 176, object updater 177, and GUI updater 178. In some embodiments, data updater 176, object updater 177, and GUI updater 178 are included in a single module of a respective application 136-1 or application view 191. In other embodiments, they are included in two or more software modules.
It shall be understood that the foregoing discussion regarding event handling of user touches on touch-sensitive displays also applies to other forms of user inputs to operate multifunction devices 100 with input-devices, not all of which are initiated on touch screens. For example, mouse movement and mouse button presses, optionally coordinated with single or multiple keyboard presses or holds; contact movements such as taps, drags, scrolls, etc., on touch-pads; pen stylus inputs; inputs based on real-time analysis of video images obtained by one or more cameras; movement of the device; oral instructions; detected eye movements; biometric inputs; and/or any combination thereof are optionally utilized as inputs corresponding to sub-events which define an event to be recognized.
Device 100 optionally also includes one or more physical buttons, such as “home” or menu button 204. As described previously, menu button 204 is, optionally, used to navigate to any application 136 in a set of applications that are, optionally executed on device 100. Alternatively, in some embodiments, the menu button is implemented as a soft key in a GUI displayed on the touch-screen display.
In some embodiments, device 100 includes the touch-screen display, menu button 204 (sometimes called home button 204), push button 206 for powering the device on/off and locking the device, volume adjustment button(s) 208, Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card slot 210, head set jack 212, and docking/charging external port 124. Push button 206 is, optionally, used to turn the power on/off on the device by depressing the button and holding the button in the depressed state for a predefined time interval; to lock the device by depressing the button and releasing the button before the predefined time interval has elapsed; and/or to unlock the device or initiate an unlock process. In some embodiments, device 100 also accepts verbal input for activation or deactivation of some functions through microphone 113. Device 100 also, optionally, includes one or more contact intensity sensors 165 for detecting intensities of contacts on touch-sensitive display system 112 and/or one or more tactile output generators 163 for generating tactile outputs for a user of device 100.
Each of the above identified elements in
In some embodiments, computer system 301 includes and/or is in communication with:
In some computer systems (e.g., 301-a in
In some computer systems (e.g., 301-b), in addition to integrated input device(s) 302, virtual/augmented reality logic 303, display generation component(s) 304, camera(s) 305; and pose sensor(s) 306, the computer system is also in communication with additional devices that are separate from the computer system, such as separate input device(s) 307 such as a touch-sensitive surface, a wand, a remote control, or the like and/or separate display generation component(s) 308 such as virtual reality headset or augmented reality glasses that overlay virtual objects on a physical environment.
In some computer systems (e.g., 301-c in
In some embodiments, all of the operations described below with reference to
In some embodiments, the virtual/augmented reality logic 303 includes one or more modules (e.g., one or more event handlers 190, including one or more object updaters 177 and one or more GUI updaters 178 as described in greater detail above with reference to
In some embodiments, both a display and a touch-sensitive surface are integrated with the computer system (e.g., 301-a in
In some embodiments, a touch-sensitive surface is integrated with the computer system while a display is not integrated with the computer system that contains the virtual/augmented reality logic 303. For example, the computer system may be a device 300 (e.g., a desktop computer or laptop computer) with an integrated touchpad (e.g., 355 in
In some embodiments, a display is integrated with the computer system while a touch-sensitive surface is not integrated with the computer system that contains the virtual/augmented reality logic 303. For example, the computer system may be a device 300 (e.g., a desktop computer, laptop computer, television with integrated set-top box) with an integrated display (e.g., 340 in
In some embodiments, neither a display nor a touch-sensitive surface is integrated with the computer system (e.g., 301-c in
In some embodiments, the computer system has an integrated audio system (e.g., audio circuitry 110 and speaker 111 in portable multifunction device 100). In some embodiments, the computing device is in communication with an audio system that is separate from the computing device. In some embodiments, the audio system (e.g., an audio system integrated in a television unit) is integrated with a separate display. In some embodiments, the audio system (e.g., a stereo system) is a stand-alone system that is separate from the computer system and the display.
Attention is now directed towards embodiments of user interfaces (“UI”) that are, optionally, implemented on portable multifunction device 100.
It should be noted that the icon labels illustrated in
Additionally, while the following examples are given primarily with reference to finger inputs (e.g., finger contacts, finger tap gestures, finger swipe gestures, etc.), it should be understood that, in some embodiments, one or more of the finger inputs are replaced with input from another input device (e.g., a mouse based input or a stylus input). For example, a swipe gesture is, optionally, replaced with a mouse click (e.g., instead of a contact) followed by movement of the cursor along the path of the swipe (e.g., instead of movement of the contact). As another example, a tap gesture is, optionally, replaced with a mouse click while the cursor is located over the location of the tap gesture (e.g., instead of detection of the contact followed by ceasing to detect the contact). Similarly, when multiple user inputs are simultaneously detected, it should be understood that multiple computer mice are, optionally, used simultaneously, or a mouse and finger contacts are, optionally, used simultaneously.
Attention is now directed towards embodiments of user interfaces (“UI”) and associated processes that may be implemented on a computer system (e.g., portable multifunction device 100, device 300, or device 800) that includes (and/or is in communication with) a display generation component (e.g., a display, a projector, a head-mounted display, a heads-up display, or the like), one or more cameras (e.g., video cameras that continuously provide a live preview of at least a portion of the contents that are within the field of view of the cameras and optionally generate video outputs including one or more streams of image frames capturing the contents within the field of view of the cameras), and one or more input devices (e.g., a touch-sensitive surface, such as a touch-sensitive remote control, or a touch-screen display that also serves as the display generation component, a mouse, a joystick, a wand controller, and/or cameras tracking the position of one or more features of the user such as the user's hands), optionally one or more pose sensors, optionally one or more sensors to detect intensities of contacts with the touch-sensitive surface, and optionally one or more tactile output generators.
In some embodiments, user interface 520 displays a background that is distinct from the background displayed in user interface 510. For example, a color of the background changes (e.g., as illustrated by the change in fill pattern shown in
In some embodiments, in response to the device detecting the user input 522 selecting the “left” or “right” wrist, the user interface 524 illustrated in
As described with reference to
In some embodiments, the representation of the user's hand 544 is displayed as translucent (e.g., and/or faded) as the user moves the user's hand to different positions relative to device 100, as illustrated in
In some embodiments, the instructions of
Because dot 620 is displayed by the device with a location and size that is fixed relative to a portion of the representation of the user's hand, dot 620 can indicate to the user how the user needs to move their hand in order to be in proper position (e.g., such that dot 620 is aligned within target 618). For example, the size of dot 620 indicates to a user whether the user's hand is too close or too far (e.g., whether the dot is too big or too small to fit/align within the target) and location of dot 620 indicates to the user a direction in which the user needs to move their hand relative to the device.
In response to dot 620 properly aligning with target 618, a timer 632 is displayed by the device, as illustrated in
After the amount of time has expired (e.g., the timer goes to “0”), a success message is displayed, as illustrated in
In some embodiments, dot 644 appears in a fixed position relative to a portion of the representation of the user's hand that is different than the portion of the representation of the user's hand where dot 620 was fixed (e.g., the palm of the representation of the user's hand). For example,
Target 618 is displayed in the user interfaces shown in
In response to the user achieving the second proper position, the user interface illustrated in
After the amount of time has expired (e.g., the timer goes to “0”), a success message is displayed, as illustrated in
For example,
In some embodiments, as illustrated in
In some embodiments, the user's hand 532 moves to the left (e.g., relative to an axis that is substantially parallel to the one or more cameras of the device), and in response to the user's hand moving to the left, the representation 710 of user's hand, illustrated in
In some embodiments, as the user rotates (e.g., turns) the user's hand and/or wrist (e.g., within the physical environment), the representation 742 of the user's hand is updated in accordance with a current position of the user's hand. For example, representation 742 of the user's hand shows that the user has rotated the user's hand as compared with the position of representation 736 of the user's hand illustrated in
In some embodiments, as the user rotates the user's hand, indicators of the virtual bracelet are successively (e.g., and/or gradually) filled such that only an indictor next to an already-filled indicator may be filled. In some embodiments, one or more indicators of the virtual bracelet may not be filled. In some embodiments, the indicators of the bracelet fill in an order and/or a direction to indicate to the user a direction in which to rotate the user's hand.
For example, as illustrated in
In some embodiments, if the user rotates the user's hand in the opposite direction from a predefined direction (e.g., the direction illustrated in
In some embodiments, the user interface includes a displayed watch and/or watch band 754 at a position that at least partially overlaps the image 756 of the user's hand. For example, watch band 754 is generated (e.g., as a digital image) and displayed at a position of the user's wrist that was measured as described with reference to
In response to the selection of button 758, the user interface in
In response to the user selecting button 782 “yes” in
As shown in
In some embodiments, in response to capturing (e.g., scanning) the QR code displayed on device 100, device 800 generates and displays a miniature application 806 (e.g., an app clip), as illustrated in
In some embodiments, miniature application 806 provides an option for saving the information about the user's size and/or information by selecting button 808 (“Add to Wallet”). In some embodiments, in response to a user selection 810 of button 808, the virtual card (e.g., as displayed in miniature application 806) is stored in a virtual wallet on the user's device 800 (e.g., as displayed in
In some embodiments, device 100 is the user's device (e.g., the scanning was performed on the user's device and thus the user does not need to scan a QR code from device 100 to save the user's sizing information), and in response to the user selecting button 782 “yes” in
In some embodiments, after the sizing information (e.g., as stored in virtual card 1006, including QR code 804 or QR code 1004) is stored to the virtual wallet of the user's device (e.g., device 800 as described with reference to
In some embodiments, in response to the user selecting the prompt 812 with user input 814, the sizing information (e.g., stored as a virtual card) is displayed within the virtual wallet of the user on the user's device (e.g., device 100 or device 800), as illustrated in
As described below, method 900 provides an intuitive way of indicating to a user how to position a portion of the user's body for measurement by automatically detecting a current position of the portion of the user's body and showing guides that indicate the correct position. Changing the visual properties of a visual prompt according to a current position of the user's body provides visual feedback to the user that indicates whether the user's body has achieved the proper position for measurement. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
The computer system displays (902), in a first region of a first user interface, a visual prompt to move a body part into a field of view of the one or more cameras. For example, as described with reference to
While displaying the visual prompt (904) to move the body part into the field of view of the one or more cameras, the computer system detects (906), using the one or more cameras, a portion of a user's body that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras and corresponds to the body part. For example,
In response to detecting the portion of the user's body, the computer system displays (908) a representation of the portion of the user's body. For example, as described with reference to
In accordance with a determination by the computer system that the portion of the user's body that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras meets first criteria, the computer system displays (910), via the display device, the representation of the portion of the user's body that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras with a first degree of transparency (e.g., the representation of the portion of the user's body is displayed without any fading and/or translucence). In some embodiments, the first criteria comprise position criteria for a pose, orientation, speed of rotation, and/or distance of the portion of the user's body relative to the computer system. For example, the first criteria include a requirement that a distance between the portion of the user's body and the one or more cameras is above a first threshold distance. In some embodiments, the first criteria include a requirement that a distance between the portion of the user's body and the one or more cameras is below a second threshold distance. In some embodiments, the first criteria include a requirement that the distance between the portion of the user's body and the one or more cameras is above the first threshold distance and below the second threshold distance (e.g., between the threshold distances). In some embodiments, the first criteria include a requirement that a rate of rotation of the portion of the user's body is less than a threshold rate of rotation (e.g., the first criteria is not met when the user moves the arm too quickly). In some embodiments, the first criteria include a requirement that the portion of the user's body is aligned (e.g., with respect to location, angle, etc.) with the visual prompt. In some embodiments, the representation of the portion of the user's body is displayed without displaying other objects that are within the field of view of the one or more cameras (e.g., as described with reference to
In accordance with a determination by the computer system that the portion of the user's body that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras fails to meet the first criteria (e.g., with respect to the representation of the first body part, or position with respect to the device, distance from the device, or speed of movement), the computer system displays (912) the representation of the portion of the user's body to have a second degree of transparency that indicates that the first criteria have not been met. In some embodiments, the second degree of transparency is greater than the first degree of transparency. For example, as described with reference to
In some embodiments, while displaying the visual prompt to move the body part into the field of view of the one or more cameras, the computer system displays (914) an animated transition in which at least a portion of the visual prompt is moved to a location that is near the representation of the portion of the user's body. In some embodiments, the animated transition is initiated in response to detecting the portion of the user's body. For example, as illustrated in
Displaying a plurality of user interface elements, including a visual prompt and a representation of the portion of the user's body, provides the user with an intuitive way of determining that the portion of the user's body is in a correct position to be measured by the device without requiring additional input from the user to check whether the portion of the user's body will be measured by the device. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, at least a portion of the visual prompt comprises (916) an outline that snaps to (e.g., surrounds) the representation of the portion of the user's body. For example, as illustrated in
Snapping the visual prompt to the representation of the portion of the user's body provides visual feedback to the user indicating that the portion of the user's body has been automatically detected within the field of view of the one or more cameras without requiring the user to provide additional input to begin the measurement process. Providing improved visual feedback to the user and reducing the number and/or extent of inputs needed to perform an operation by performing the operation (e.g., automatically) when a set of conditions has been met enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the at least a portion of the visual prompt is displayed (918) in a shape that matches a shape of the representation of the portion of the user's body in the field of view of the one or more cameras. In some embodiments, the visual prompt (e.g., outline) traces the contours of the portion of the user's body (e.g., as illustrated in
Matching the shape of the visual prompt to the shape of the portion of the user's body makes it easier for the user visualize that the portion of the user's body has been detected by the one or more cameras and/or that the portion of the user's body is in the proper position to begin measurement. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the visual prompt comprises (920) a representation of a hand or a representation of another body part that is to be measured. For example, as illustrated in
Providing a visual prompt in the shape of a hand indicates to the user that the user's hand is the portion of the user's body that will be measured. Displaying the visual prompt as a hand improves the visual feedback to the user by making it easier for the user to determine that the user should place the user's hand into the field of view of the one or more cameras. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the portion of the user's body comprises (922) a hand. For example, as described with reference to
Automatically detecting a user's hand that is positioned over the camera(s) of the device such that the device determines a size of an accessory that is worn on or near the user's hand makes it easier for a user to obtain sizing information without requiring the user to manually input measurements of the user's body. Reducing the number and/or extent of inputs needed to perform an operation by performing the operation (e.g., automatically) when a set of conditions has been met enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, in accordance with the determination by the computer system that the portion of the user's body that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras fails to meet the first criteria, the computer system displays (924) text that indicates that the first criteria have not been met (and optionally includes an indication of what changes can be made in order to meet the first criteria). For example,
Providing error notifications indicating that the user has not placed the portion of the user's body into a proper position for measurement by the computer system makes it easier for the user to know how to adjust the portion of the user's body to be in the proper position without requiring the user to provide user inputs asking the device if the measurement has been successful. Providing improved visual feedback to the user and reducing the number and/or extent of inputs needed to perform an operation, by performing the operation (e.g., automatically) when a set of conditions has been met enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the computer system device by enabling the user to use the computer system more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, displaying the representation of the portion of the user's body to have a second degree of transparency that indicates that the first criteria have not been met comprises (926) visually deemphasizing (e.g., fading) the representation of the portion of the user's body. For example, as illustrated in
Visually deemphasizing (e.g., fading) the representation of the portion of the user's body provides visual feedback informing the user that the portion of the user's body is not in a proper position within the field of view of the one or more cameras and prompting the user to move the portion of the user's body if the user wishes the computer system to measure the portion of the user's body. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the computer system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the computer system more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the portion of the user's body is in a physical environment, for example, physical environment 531 illustrated in
Removing a view of the physical environment and only displaying a representation of the portion of the user's body provides information about the portion of the user's body without distraction, making it easier for the user to adjust a position of the portion of the user's body. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the computer system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the computer system by enabling the user to use the computer system more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the portion of the user's body is in a physical environment, and the computer system displays (930) a representation of the field of view of the one or more cameras that includes a representation of the physical environment (e.g., displaying a representation of a portion of the physical environment that is behind the user's hand). In some embodiments, in response to the computer system detecting the portion of the user's body is in the field of view of the one or more cameras, the computer system visually deemphasizes (e.g., masks out) the representation of the physical environment. For example, as illustrated in
Changing the appearance of the user interface to visually deemphasize portions of the physical environment provides visual feedback to the user indicating that the device has detected the portion of the user's body. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the computer system by enabling the user to use the computer system more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, in response to detecting the portion of the user's body, in accordance with the determination that the portion of the user's body meets the first criteria, the computer system displays (932) an indicator that at least partially overlays the representation of the portion of the user's body. For example, as illustrated in
Displaying visual indicators relative to the representation of the portion of the user's body provides visual feedback to the user identifying the proper position of the portion of the user's body and a proper movement (e.g., direction of rotation) to follow in order to obtain one or more measurements by the computer system of the portion of the user's body. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the computer system by enabling the user to use the computer system more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the computer system displays (934) a second user interface. In some embodiments, the second user interface includes an option to select (e.g., purchase) a product having a plurality of size options, selectable in accordance with a measurement by the computer system of the portion of the user's body that is in a field of view of the one or more cameras and an affordance that, when selected, initiates display of the first user interface by the computer system. For example, as illustrated in
Providing additional options for selecting different accessories that come in different sizes on a user interface before measuring a respective portion of the user's body avoids cluttering the user interface by automatically identifying which portion of the user's body needs to be measured in accordance with the selected type of accessory. Providing options for measuring different portions of the user's body based on a selected accessory without cluttering the user interface with additional displayed measuring options (e.g., to change the portion of the user's body that is to be measured) enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the computer system displays (936), in a third user interface (e.g., prior to displaying the first user interface) an instruction to identify (e.g., select) the first body part as a right-side body part or a left-side body part. For example, as illustrated in
Providing additional options for selecting which side of a portion of the user's body should be measured avoids cluttering the user interface for aligning the portion of the user's body for measurement by only displaying guidance for the selected side of the user's body to be measured. Providing options for measuring different sides (e.g., right or left) of the portion of the user's body without cluttering the user interface with additional guidance related to portions of the user's body that are not to be measured enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the computer system displays (938), in the first user interface, a first color in a second region of the first user interface (e.g., the second region surrounds the representation of the first body part displayed by the computer system on the first user interface). In some embodiments, the color(s) are displayed by the computer system in the first user interface without regard to whether the portion of the user's body is in the field of view of the one or more cameras. In some embodiments, the computer system replaces display of the first color with display of a second color, distinct from the first color (e.g., in accordance with a determination by the computer system that a time criterion has been met). In some embodiments, the computer system changes the color periodically (e.g., every 3 seconds, every 5 seconds, etc.). In some embodiments, the colors represent one or more colors of the product that are available to be selected/purchased by the user (e.g., watch band colors). In some embodiments, replacing display of the first color with display of the second color includes cross-fading between the first color and the second color (e.g., a gradual fading). For example, as explained above with reference to
Automatically changing colors of a background to display a plurality of colors that correspond to colors of a selected accessory provides visual feedback to the user illustrating options of the possible colors the user may select for the accessory in which the user is being measured without requiring additional user inputs for the user to view different color options. Providing improved visual feedback to the user and reducing the number and/or extent of inputs needed to perform an operation by performing the operation (e.g., automatically) when a set of conditions has been met enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the computer system by enabling the user to use the computer system more quickly and efficiently.
It should be understood that the particular order in which the operations in
As described below, method 1000 provides an intuitive way to intelligently provide visual feedback to a user to indicate progress of the device automatically measuring a portion of the user's body as the portion of the user's body moves, without requiring the user to provide inputs while the user moves the portion of the user's body to obtain measurements. Providing improved visual feedback to the user and performing an operation (e.g., automatically) when a set of conditions has been met without requiring further user input enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
The computer system displays (1002), in a user interface (for measuring a portion of the user's body), a first representation of a body part that is in a field of view of the one or more cameras. For example, as illustrated in
The computer system detects (1004), using the one or more cameras, movement of the body part, wherein the displayed first representation of the body part is updated in accordance with the movement of the body part. For example, as described with reference to
While displaying the first representation of the body part, the computer system displays (1006) an indicator (e.g., a progress indicator, such as the virtual bracelet described with reference to
The indicator is displayed (1008) by the computer system at a first position in the user interface that overlays at least a portion of the representation of the body part. In some embodiments, the indicator is at least partially translucent or semitransparent (e.g., as illustrated in
In some embodiments, the indication of the suggested direction of movement comprises (1010) an animation of the indicator indicating the direction of movement. In some embodiments, the indicator is animated in accordance with the movement of the body part. In some embodiments, the indicator is animated without detecting movement of the body part (e.g., the indicator is animated to light up or otherwise indicate a suggested direction of movement before detecting movement of the body part). For example,
Displaying an animation showing a direction in which a user should rotate a body part to obtain one or more measurements of the body part provides visual feedback to the user indicating whether the user has turned the body part in the correct, or incorrect direction. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the body part is (1012) a wrist and/or a hand. For example, in
Automatically detecting a user's hand that is positioned over the cameras of the device and measuring the user's hand to determine a size of an accessory that is worn on or near the user's hand makes it easier for a user to obtain sizing information without requiring the user to manually input measurements of the user's body, and without requiring the user to manually make measurements of the user's body (e.g., using a physical tape measure). Reducing the number and/or extent of inputs needed to perform an operation by performing the operation (e.g., automatically) when a set of conditions has been met enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the body part is in a physical environment, and the computer system displays (1014), in the first user interface, a background. For example, the background is a computer-generated background. In some embodiments, the background is an augmented reality environment that displays virtual objects concurrently with physical objects that are in the physical environment. In some embodiments, the background is not a representation of the physical environment that is within the field of view of the one or more cameras. For example, as described with reference to
Removing a view of the physical environment and only displaying a representation of the portion of the user's body provides information about the portion of the user's body without distraction, making it easier for the user to adjust a position of the portion of the user's body. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the computer system displays (1016) a background having a first color and replaces display of the background having the first color with display of a background having a second color. In some embodiments, the background is displayed in a second user interface prior to displaying the first user interface (e.g., the color cycles through before the body part is detected using the one or more cameras). In some embodiments, the background color is changed by the computer system in accordance with a determination that a time criterion has been met. For example, the computer system changes the color periodically (e.g., every 3 seconds, every 5 seconds, etc.). For example, as described with reference to
Automatically changing colors of a background to display a plurality of colors provides visual feedback to the user, and optionally may illustrate colors the user may select for an accessory. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the first color and the second color correspond to (1018) color options for a physical object to be worn on the body part. In some embodiments, the physical object comprises a wrist band or a watch band. In some embodiments, the body part is measured to determine a size for the physical object. In some embodiments, the first color and the second color are colors of watch bands that are available for purchase.
Automatically changing colors of a background to display a plurality of colors that correspond to colors of a selected accessory provides visual feedback to the user illustrating options of the possible colors the user may select for the accessory in which the user is being measured without requiring additional user inputs for the user to view different color options. Providing improved visual feedback to the user and reducing the number and/or extent of inputs needed to perform an operation by performing the operation (e.g., automatically) when a set of conditions has been met enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the computer system detects (1020) movement of the body part in a first direction and in response to detecting the movement of the body part in the first direction, the computer system displays the representation of the body part at a second position in the user interface in accordance with the movement of the body part and displays the indicator at the fixed location relative to the first representation of the body part displayed at the second position. In some embodiments, detecting movement of the body part in the first direction comprises detecting movement of the body part laterally (e.g., left, right, up, down) along an axis that is parallel to a position (e.g., an external surface) of the one or more cameras (e.g., not moving closer or farther away from the camera; maintaining a distance from the one or more cameras as the body part moves left, right, up, or down within a plane parallel to the view of the one or more cameras). In some embodiments, the indicator is continually displayed (e.g., appears to move) over the body part as the body part moves in the first direction. For example, as described with reference to
Automatically moving the indicators that show progress of the measurement, relative to the representation of the portion of the user's body, provides continual visual feedback to the user so that the user is aware of the progress of the measurement even when the user has moved the portion of the user's body relative to the computer system. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the first representation of the body part and the indicator are displayed (1022) by the computer system at respective first sizes in the user interface. In some embodiments, the computer system detects movement of the body part that changes a distance between the one or more cameras and the body part. In some embodiments, in response to detecting the change in distance between the one or more cameras and the body part, the computer system displays the first representation of the body part at a respective second size (e.g., distinct from the first size of the representation of the body part) in accordance with the changed distance and displays the indicator at a respective second size (e.g., distinct from the first size of the indicator) in accordance with the changed distance. In some embodiments, the indicator maintains its position relative to the representation of the body part, wherein the size of the representation of the body part is updated in accordance with the changed distance. For example, the indicator is scaled by the computer system proportionately such that when the body part is closer to the one or more cameras (zoomed), the representation of the body part increases in size, and accordingly, the indicator increases proportionately in size (e.g., with a same size ratio) such that the indicator continues to overlay the same portion of the representation of the body part as before the detected movement of the body part. In another example, as the body part moves farther away from the one or more cameras, the indicator is scaled by the computer system to maintain its position and size relative to the body part (e.g., the indicator becomes smaller as the body part moves farther away). For example, as illustrated in
Automatically changing a size of the indicators that show progress of the measurement, relative to the representation of the portion of the user's body, provides continual visual feedback to the user so that the user is aware of the progress of the measurement even when the user has moved the portion of the user's body closer or farther to the computer system. The size of the indicator further provides visual feedback to the user to indicate whether the portion of the user's body is too close or too far away from the computer system. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the computer system detecting movement of the body part comprises (1024) detecting rotation of the body part. In some embodiments, the computer system, while detecting rotation of the body part, scans, using the one or more cameras, one or more images to determine a measurement of the body part and updates the indicator to indicate a progress of scanning the one or more images. For example,
Automatically animating the indicators that show progress of the measurement, as the user rotates the body part, provides continual visual feedback to the user so that the user is aware of the progress of the measurement as the user continues moving and rotating the user's body part relative to the computer system. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the indication displayed by the computer system of the suggested direction of movement of the body part comprises (1026) an indication to rotate the body part. For example, the indication indicates rotation around an axis defined by the indication. In some embodiments, the indication indicates a speed of rotation, and/or indicates a direction (e.g., clockwise or counterclockwise with respect to the axis) of rotation. In some embodiments, the indication comprises a text prompt to rotate the body part. In some embodiments, the indication comprises an animation (e.g., of an arrow) to prompt rotation of the body part.
Animating the indicators to show a correct direction of rotation of the body part to obtain one or more measurements of the body part provides visual feedback to the user indicating whether the user should rotate their body part in a different direction (e.g., clockwise or counterclockwise) relative to the computer system. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, while displaying the first representation of the body part, the computer system captures (1028), using the one or more cameras, one or more images of the body part. For example, as the user rotates the user's hand as described in
Automatically capturing an image of the user's body part and using the image to determine a measurement of the user's body part, and a corresponding size, makes it easier for the user to obtain sizing information without the user manually taking a photograph of the user's body and/or manually inputting measurements into the computer system. Reducing the number and/or extent of inputs needed to perform an operation by performing the operation (e.g., automatically) when a set of conditions has been met enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the fixed location relative to the first representation of the body part is (1030) a first fixed location relative to the first representation of the body part. In some embodiments, the computer system receives a first user input in a first direction, and, in response to the first user input, updates the first fixed location of the indicator (e.g., virtual bracelet 724,
Changing a location of the indicator relative to the representation of the user's body part to indicate a different portion of the user's body part will be measured improves visual feedback for the user by displaying, using the location of the indicator, which portion of the user's body part is going to be measured. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the computer system replaces (1032) display of the indicator at the first position in the user interface with a user interface element at the first position in the user interface. In some embodiments, the user interface element is displayed at the fixed location relative to the first representation of the body part, and the user interface element indicates a first size of a portion of the body part corresponding to the portion of the representation of the body part at the fixed location. In some embodiments, the user interface element comprises an AR object (that appears to be worn on the representation of the body part). For example, the virtual bracelet illustrated in
Automatically transitioning the indicator to a user interface object that is also displayed relative to the representation of the portion of the user's body improves visual feedback for the user by indicating that the measurement of the portion of the user's body has been successful, and thus the progress indicator is no longer displayed. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the fixed location relative to the first representation of the body part is a first fixed location and the computer system receives (1034) a second user input to move the user interface element (e.g., a drag input). In some embodiments, in response to receiving the second input, the computer system moves the user interface element (e.g., a drag input) from the first position in the user interface that overlays at least a portion of the representation of the body part to a third fixed location (e.g., distinct from the first fixed location) relative to the first representation of the body part. For example, the fixed location is at a predefined location on the user's wrist (e.g., moved from a first distance from wrist bone to a second distance from the wrist bone). In some embodiments, the user interface element is maintained at the location relative to the user's wrist as the user's wrist moves in the field of view of the one or more cameras. In some embodiments, the user updates the fixed location of the user interface element after the scanning (e.g., measuring) of the body part is complete. For examples, as illustrated in
Providing a user with the ability to change a location of the user interface element relative to the representation of the user's body part improves visual feedback for the user by allowing a user to move the user interface element over the representation of the user's body part such that the user can visualize which portion of the user's body part is measured for a size determination. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, in accordance with a determination that the user interface element is at the third fixed location relative to the first representation of the body part, the computer system updates (1036) the user interface element to indicate a second size of a portion of the body part corresponding to the third fixed location. For example, the size of the user's wrist in
Changing a location of the user interface element relative to the representation of the user's body part, and automatically updating a size associated with the respective location, improves visual feedback for the user by displaying, using the user interface element, which portion of the user's body part corresponds to the displayed size. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the computer system captures (1038) an image (e.g., screenshot, optionally including depth information from one or more depth sensors) that includes the first representation of the body part and the user interface element at the first fixed location relative to the first representation of the body part. In some embodiments, the user interface element indicates a size of the portion of the body part corresponding to the first fixed location of user interface element. For example, in some embodiments, the representation of the user's hand illustrated in
Automatically capturing an image of the user's body part, optionally including depth information, and using the image to determine a measurement of the user's body part, and a corresponding size, makes it easier for the user to obtain sizing information without requiring the user to maintain the user's body part in a proper position relative to the computer system, manually take a photograph of the user's body and/or manually input measurements into the computer system. Reducing the number and/or extent of inputs needed to perform an operation by performing the operation (e.g., automatically) when a set of conditions has been met enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, while displaying the image, the computer system receives (1040) a third user input (e.g., on the image displayed on the display device) to move the user interface element to a different fixed location relative to the first representation of the body part in the image (e.g., as described with reference to
Providing a user with the ability to change a location of the user interface element relative to the representation of the user's body part improves visual feedback for the user by allowing a user to move the user interface element over the representation of the user's body part such that the user can visualize which portion of the user's body part is measured for a size determination. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the user interface is a first user interface and the computer system displays (1042) a second user interface, the second user interface including an option to select (e.g., purchase) a product having a plurality of size options, selectable in accordance with a measurement of the body part that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras and an affordance that, when selected, initiates display of the first user interface. For example,
Providing additional options for selecting different accessories that come in different sizes on a user interface before measuring a respective portion of the user's body avoids cluttering the user interface by automatically identifying which portion of the user's body needs to be measured in accordance with the selected type of accessory. Providing options for measuring different portions of the user's body based on a selected accessory without cluttering the user interface with additional displayed measuring options (e.g., to change the portion of the user's body that is to be measured) enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the user interface is (1044) a user interface within a respective application executed by the computer system. In some embodiments, the respective application is a measure application for measuring one or more objects, such a user's body part, as described with reference to
Providing measurement functionality within additional applications that are already present on the computer system avoids cluttering the user interface by allowing the measurement feature to be launched from within an existing application. Providing options for measuring the user's body part using existing applications without cluttering the user interface with an additional application for measuring the user's body enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the indicator is gradually changed (1046) in appearance by the computer system as the body part moves, to indicate an amount of progress toward completing a scan or measurement of the body part as the body part is rotated, or an amount of progress toward completing a rotation of the body part. For example, as illustrated in
Progressively animating portions of the indicator to show the progress of rotation of the user's body part provides visual feedback to the user to indicate which portions of the user's body part have successfully been scanned and/or measured. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, in response to the computer system detecting movement of the body part, in accordance with a determination by the computer system that the movement of the body part moves at a speed that is below a threshold speed, the computer system gradually changes (1048) an appearance of indicator in appearance as the body part moves to indicate a progress of movement of the body part toward a target pose.
In some embodiments, in accordance with a determination by the computer system that the movement of the body part moves at a speed that is above the threshold speed, the computer system forgoes at least a portion of a change in appearance of indicator in appearance as the body part moves to indicate that movement of the body part toward the target pose was too fast. For example, as described with reference to
Visually animating portions of the indicator that correspond to a progress of rotation of the user's body part provides visual feedback to the user by using the unanimated portions of the indicator to represent portions of the user's body part that were not scanned and/or measured because the body part of the user was rotated too fast. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
It should be understood that the particular order in which the operations in
As described below, method 1100 provides an intuitive way to automatically detect a portion of a user's body, determine a measurement for the portion of the user's body, and embed information about the measurement in a machine-readable code. Embedding information in a scannable (e.g., computer readable) code allows the computer system to store and share sizing and/or accessory information for a user, thus eliminating the need for a user to remember their own sizing information and/or requiring the user to select a method for sharing the sizing information. Reducing the number of inputs needed to perform an operation enhances the operability of the device and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to provide proper inputs and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the device) which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
The computer system detects (1102), using the one or more cameras, a portion of a user's body that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras.
The computer system scans (1104) the portion of the user's body that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras to determine a measurement of the portion of the user's body that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras. For example, the computer system uses methods as described with reference to
The computer system, after scanning the portion of the user's body, generates (1106) a machine-readable code that includes information that identifies one or more sizing parameters of a wearable object based on the measurement of the portion of the user's body or that describes the measurement of the portion of the user's body. In some embodiments, the machine-readable code is configured to be scanned for purchasing the wearable object (e.g., an accessory).
In some embodiments, after scanning the portion of the user's body, the computer system displays (1108) a first user interface, the first user interface including a user-interface object that, when selected, generates the machine-readable code. In some embodiments, the computer system detects a user input selecting the user-interface object and, in response to detecting the user input, generates the machine-readable code. For example, as shown in
Displaying a plurality of user interface elements, including an option to directly save sizing information obtained by the device, provides the user with quick and easy access to available functionality of a measurement user interface without requiring the user to navigate through complex menu hierarchies. Providing additional control options and reducing the number of inputs needed to perform an operation enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the machine-readable code comprises (1110) a QR code. For example, the QR codes illustrated in
Embedding information as a QR code allows the computer system to easily share sizing and/or accessory information stored in the QR code, thus eliminating the need for a user to manually input the embedded information to share the information with another device. Reducing the number of inputs needed to perform an operation enhances the operability of the device and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to provide proper inputs and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the device) which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, a second computer system (e.g., a second electronic device), scans (1112) the machine-readable code and, in response to scanning the machine-readable code, initiates a process for displaying information about the wearable object on the second computer system (e.g., second electronic device) or a third computer system (e.g., third electronic device) communicatively coupled to the second computer system. In some embodiments, the second computer system and the third computer system are the same computer system (e.g., an electronic device that includes one or more cameras for scanning the machine-readable code and a display device to display the information about the wearable object or accessory). For example, as illustrated in
Obtaining information from another electronic device by scanning a machine-readable code displayed on the other device eliminates the need for a user to manually input information that is stored in the machine-readable code. Reducing the number of inputs needed to perform an operation enhances the operability of the device and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to provide proper inputs and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the device) which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the second computer system or the third computer system, in accordance with a determination that the machine-readable code has been scanned, displays (1114) a first application on a first portion, less than all, of user interface displayed using a display generation component of the second computer system or third computer system. In some embodiments, the first application includes the information that identifies the one or more sizing parameters of the wearable object or that describes the measurement of the portion of the user's body within a first application. For example, as illustrated in
Providing an application (e.g., a miniature application) that includes the information that was stored in the machine-readable code avoids cluttering the user interface by only displaying the stored information without requiring the user to download an application to view the information. Providing the information stored in the machine-readable code on a portion of the display enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the second computer system or the third computer system, in response to scanning the machine-readable code, displays (1116), using a display generation component of the second computer system or third computer system, a card that includes information about the wearable object, including the information stored in the machine-readable code that identifies one or more sizing parameters of the wearable object. For example, in some embodiments, a card, such as virtual card 1006 illustrated in
Providing a displayed card, sometimes herein called a virtual card, that includes the information that was stored in the machine-readable code improves visual feedback to the user by displaying the stored information and/or the machine-readable code such that the user can see the information displayed on the user's device. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the computer system displays (1118) an option for adding a virtual card that includes the information about the wearable object to a virtual wallet, and, in response to detecting a user input selecting the option, stores the virtual card in the virtual wallet. For example, as described with reference to
Displaying a user interface element for saving a virtual card to the user's virtual wallet, while displaying the virtual card that includes the sizing information, provides the user with quick and easy access to available functionality of a virtual wallet without requiring the user to navigate through complex menu hierarchies. Providing additional control options and reducing the number of inputs needed to perform an operation enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, at a respective computer system on which the virtual card is stored or accessed, in accordance with a determination that the respective computer system is within a predefined proximity to a predefined location, the respective computer system displays (1120), using a display generation component of the respective computer system, a visual prompt for displaying the virtual card that is stored in the virtual wallet. For example, in accordance with a determination that the respective computer system (and/or the user of the respective computer system) is within a threshold distance (e.g., 10 feet, 20 feet, etc.) of a predefined location, such as a store (e.g., that sells the wearable object and/or an accessory for the wearable object, such as a watch band), a visual prompt is automatically (without user input) generated and displayed on the respective computer system. For example, as described with reference to
Automatically providing a notification to a user according to a user's location, including providing a user interface element for opening a virtual card that is stored in the user's virtual wallet, reduces the number of inputs required from the user and provides the user with quick and easy access to available functionality of the virtual wallet without requiring the user to navigate through complex menu hierarchies. Providing additional control options and reducing the number of inputs needed to perform an operation enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the respective computer system detects (1122) a user input selecting the visual prompt for displaying the virtual card and, in response to detecting the user input selecting the visual prompt, displays, using the display generation component of the respective computer system, the virtual card. For example, in response to the user selecting the visual prompt, the virtual card is displayed (e.g., within a user interface for the virtual wallet), as described with reference to
Automatically providing a user interface element, that when selected by the user, opens the virtual card that is stored in the user's virtual wallet reduces the number of inputs required from the user and provides the user with quick and easy access to available functionality of the virtual wallet without requiring the user to navigate through complex menu hierarchies. Providing additional control options and reducing the number of inputs needed to perform an operation enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, displaying the virtual card includes (1124) the displaying the machine-readable code. For example, the virtual card 1006 in
Displaying a machine-readable code, such as a QR code, in the virtual card reduces the number of inputs required to share the information stored in the machine-readable code with another device, such that the other device only need to scan the machine-readable code (e.g., instead of requiring additional user inputs for the user to select an alternative method for sharing and/or recipients for sharing the information). Reducing the number of inputs needed to perform an operation enhances the operability of the device and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to provide proper inputs and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the device) which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently
In some embodiments, displaying the virtual card includes (1126) displaying a description of the wearable object. For example, the virtual card 1006 in
Displaying information about the wearable object within the virtual card improves visual feedback to the user by displaying the stored information such that the user can see the information displayed on the user's device. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
It should be understood that the particular order in which the operations in
As described below, method 1200 provides an intuitive way to provide visual feedback to a user to indicate a proper positioning of a portion of the user's body for the device to automatically measure the portion of the user's body, without requiring the user to provide inputs while the user moves the portion of the user's body to obtain the measurements. Providing improved visual feedback to the user and performing an operation (e.g., automatically) when a set of conditions has been met without requiring further user input enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
The computer system displays (1202), at a first fixed location within a first user interface, a first visual prompt (e.g., target) indicating a position for moving a body part into a field of view of the one or more cameras. In some embodiments, the first visual prompt comprises an outline of a circle fixed to the center of the display. For example, as illustrated in
While displaying (1204) the first visual prompt indicating the position for moving the body part into the field of view of the one or more cameras, the computer system detects (1206), using the one or more cameras, a portion of a user's body that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras and corresponds to the body part. For example, as described with reference to
In response to detecting (1208) the portion of the user's body in the field of view of the one or more camera, the computer system displays (1210) a representation of the portion of the user's body and displays (1212) a second visual prompt that is fixed at a predefined position relative to the representation of the portion of the user's body, wherein a position (e.g., a current position) of the second visual prompt relative to a position of the first visual prompt indicates a movement of the body part that is required to satisfy a body part positioning precondition. In some embodiments, the computer system determining the position of the second visual prompt relative to the position of the first visual prompt comprises the computer system determining a separation between (e.g., distance and direction from) the first visual prompt and the second visual prompt. In some embodiments, the second visual prompt comprises a circle (e.g., smaller than the first visual prompt) that is fixed to a position on (or next to) the portion of the representation of the user's body. For example, the first visual prompt is in the center of the display and the second visual prompt is fixed to a center of the user's palm/hand. In some embodiments, the second visual prompt, when aligned with the first visual prompt, fills the first visual prompt. For example, in
In some embodiments, while displaying the first visual prompt and the second visual prompt, the computer system detects (1214) movement of the body part. In some embodiments, in response to detecting movement of the body part, the computer system moves the second visual prompt on the display without moving the first visual prompt on the display. For example, as the representation of the user's hand moves on display 100 in
Automatically moving the representation of the portion of the user's body in the user interface in accordance with how the user is moving the user's body (e.g., as determined by the one or more cameras) provides continual visual feedback to the user so that the user is aware of where and how to move the portion of the user's body such that the representation of the portion of the user's body is in a proper position for scanning. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, in accordance with a determination by the computer system that the body part moves a first amount, the computer system moves (1216) the second visual prompt on the display by a second amount that corresponds to the first amount of movement of the body part. In some embodiments, in accordance with a determination by the computer system that the body part moves a third amount different from the first amount, the computer system moves the second visual prompt on the display by a fourth amount that corresponds to the third amount of movement of the visual prompt and is different from the second amount of movement of the body part. In some embodiments, the first amount is proportional to the second amount (e.g., a predefined scaling factor) and the third amount is proportional to the fourth amount. For example, as illustrated in
Automatically moving the second visual prompt that is fixed relative to the representation of the portion of the user's body, as the user moves the user's body part, provides continual visual feedback to the user so that the user is aware of how to adjust the portion of the user's body in order to align the second visual prompt with the target. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, in accordance with a determination that the body part moves in a first direction, the computer system moves (1218) the second visual prompt on the display in a second direction that corresponds to the first direction of movement of the body part. In some embodiments, in accordance with a determination that the body part moves in a third direction different from the first direction, the computer system moves the second visual prompt on the display in a fourth direction that corresponds to the third direction of movement of the body part and is different from the second direction. In some embodiments, the first respective direction is the same as the first direction and the second respective direction is the same as the second direction. For example, as illustrated in
Automatically moving the second visual prompt that is fixed relative to the representation of the portion of the user's body, as the user moves the user's body part, provides continual visual feedback to the user so that the user is aware of how to adjust the portion of the user's body in order to align the second visual prompt with the target. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the first visual prompt is displayed (1220) by the computer system at a fixed size and at a fixed position in the first user interface as the body part of the user moves. In some embodiments, the first visual prompt is fixed by the computer system in the user interface such that the first visual prompt does not move as the user's hand moves. In some embodiments, the second visual prompt is moved by the computer system as the user's hand moves (e.g., the first visual prompt is fixed at a particular position in the user interface while the second visual prompt moves as the user's hand moves). For example, as illustrated in
Maintaining the first visual prompt (e.g., the target) at a fixed location within the user interface provides continual visual feedback to the user so that the user is aware of where and how to move the portion of the user's body in order to align the second visual prompt, that is fixed to the representation of the portion of the user's body, with the target that is fixed within the user interface. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, a displayed size of the second visual prompt is updated (1222) by the computer system in accordance with a change in position of the body part relative to the one or more cameras. For example, in accordance with a determination by the computer system that the body part moves closer to the one or more cameras (e.g., and the representation of the portion of the user's body increases in size), the computer system increases the size of the second visual prompt by a corresponding amount (e.g., proportionally) to the change in size of the body part. For example, as illustrated in
Automatically updating a size of the second visual prompt that such that it is proportional to the size of the representation of the portion of the user's body provides continual visual feedback to the user so that the user knows if the user should move the portion of the user's body closer or farther to the device in order for the second visual prompt to fit within the target. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, in accordance with a determination that the portion of the user's body changes position relative to the one or more cameras, the computer system updates (1224) a position of the second visual prompt within the first user interface while maintaining the position of the second visual prompt at the fixed predefined position relative to the representation of the portion of the user's body. For example, as described with reference to
Automatically moving the second visual prompt that is fixed relative to the representation of the portion of the user's body, without moving the target (e.g., the first visual prompt), provides continual visual feedback to the user so that the user is aware of where and how to move the portion of the user's body in order to align the second visual prompt with the target. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the second visual prompt is displayed (1226) by the computer system at a first angle. In some embodiments, in accordance with a determination that the body part changes position relative to the one or more cameras, the computer system updates the second visual prompt to be displayed at a second angle. In some embodiments, the second angle is determined based on the changed position of the body part. In some embodiments, the second visual prompt is a virtual object that is rotated relative to a plane of the display, so that it starts at a significant angle (e.g., substantially perpendicular) relative to the plane of the display and then rotates so that it is substantially parallel to the display. For example, in some embodiments, dot 644 in
Automatically changing an angle of display of the second visual prompt that is fixed relative to the representation of the portion of the user's body provides continual visual feedback to the user so that the user is aware of an angle of rotation that the user must move the user's body in order to align the second visual prompt with the target. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the computer system displays (1228) text that includes instructions to move the body part (and, optionally, instructions indicating a manner of moving the body part) in order to satisfy the body part positioning precondition. In some embodiments, the second visual prompt is displayed concurrently with the text that includes the instructions. In some embodiments, the text is displayed before displaying the second visual prompt. For example, the text includes an instruction to move the portion of the user's body to align the second visual prompt with the first visual prompt in the first user interface. For example, as illustrated in
Displaying text instructions to the user to explain how the user achieves a proper position of the user's body for measurement improves the visual feedback to the user so that the user knows how to move the user's body in order to obtain the measurement. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, in response to the body part satisfying the body part positioning precondition, the computer system displays (1230) a first timer indicating an amount of time that the user must maintain the body part in a position satisfying the body part positioning precondition. For example,
Displaying a timer to the user to indicate an amount of time the user must maintain the position of the user's body improves the visual feedback to the user so that the user knows how long to stay still in order to obtain the first measurement scan. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, in response to the body part satisfying the body part positioning precondition, the computer system displays (1232) an indication (e.g., a success message or indication) that a first scan of the body part is complete. In some embodiments, the first scan of the body part comprises capturing an image of the body part. For example, the first scan comprises a captured image of the user's palm, and the displayed indication indicates that the first scan has been successfully completed, as illustrated in
Displaying a success message to the user to indicate that the first scan has been completed improves the visual feedback to the user so that the user is aware that the first measurement scan is successful and the user knows, without further inquiry, that the user does not need to restart the process to obtain a measurement. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the computer system displaying the indication that the first scan of the body part is complete comprises (1234) the computer system increasing brightness of the displayed first user interface from a first level to a second level for a predetermined time period, and, after increasing the brightness to the second level, decreasing the brightness of the displayed first user interface (e.g., to the first level or to a level below or close to the first level). For example, before displaying
Displaying a flashing animation to the user to indicate that the first scan has been completed improves the visual feedback to the user so that the user knows that the first measurement scan has been obtained and that the user does not need to continue maintaining the user's body in the same proper position for the measurement. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the computer system displaying the indication that the first scan of the body part is complete comprises (1236) the computer system displaying a check mark. In some embodiments, the check mark is displayed at the position of the first visual prompt. For example, the check mark is displayed by the computer system in the open circle of the first visual prompt (e.g., as illustrated in
Displaying a check mark to indicate that the first scan has been completed improves the visual feedback to the user so that the user knows that the first measurement scan has been obtained and that the user does not need to continue maintaining the user's body in the same proper position for the measurement. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently
In some embodiments, in accordance with a determination by the computer system that the body part satisfies the body part positioning precondition, the computer system displays (1238) text that includes instructions to move the body part in order to satisfy a second body part positioning precondition, maintains display of the first visual prompt at the first fixed location within the first user interface, and replaces the second visual prompt with a third visual prompt that is fixed at a second predefined position (e.g., in a simulated three dimensional space) relative to the representation of the portion of the user's body. In some embodiments, a position of the third visual prompt relative to a position of the first visual prompt indicates a movement of the body part that is required to satisfy the second body part positioning precondition. For example, after the first scan is complete (e.g., the first image is captured) in response to satisfying the first body part positioning precondition, the computing device displays an instruction for completing a second scan (e.g., capturing a second image) in accordance with a determination that the body part satisfies a second body part positioning precondition (e.g., that is different than the first body part positioning precondition). For example, the first body part precondition comprises a condition for aligning the second visual prompt (e.g., fixed to a portion of the user's palm) with the first visual prompt and the second body part precondition comprises a condition for aligning the third visual prompt (e.g., fixed to a location near the side of the user's hand) with the first visual prompt. For example,
Displaying text instructions to the user to explain how the user achieves a proper position of the user's body for measurement improves the visual feedback to the user so that the user knows how to obtain the second measurement scan. Displaying a success message to the user to indicate that the second scan has been completed improves the visual feedback to the user so that the user is aware that the second measurement scan is successful and the user does not need to restart the process to obtain a measurement. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, in response to the body part satisfying the second body part positioning precondition, the computer system displays (1240) a second timer indicating an amount of time that the user must maintain the body part in a position satisfying the second body part positioning precondition. In some embodiments, the second timer is distinct from the first timer (e.g., a different amount of time on the timer and/or a different timer is displayed). In some embodiments, the second timer is displayed by the computer system so as to indicate that the user must maintain the third visual prompt aligned with the first visual prompt for a predetermined amount of time (e.g., 1 second, 3 seconds, 5 seconds, 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 1 minute. 3 minutes, 5 minutes). In some embodiments, the third visual prompt is transformed into or presented by the computer system to include the second timer, e.g., by adding a moving user interface element such as a line or dot that moves in a predetermined pattern, such as a sweep hand or dot that sweeps around a circle until it completes a 360 degree cycle in the predefined amount of time. For example,
Displaying a timer to the user to indicate an amount of time the user must maintain the position of the user's body improves the visual feedback to the user so that the user knows how long to stay still in order to obtain the second measurement scan. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, in accordance with a determination by the computer system that the body part satisfies the second body part positioning precondition, the computer system displays (1242) an indication that a second scan of the body part is complete. For example, the computer system captures a second image of the body part (e.g., at a different angle and/or a different portion of the body part). In some embodiments, the indication comprises a screen flash, a check mark, or instructions to move to a next user interface (e.g., “Continue”). For example,
Displaying a success message to the user to indicate that the second scan has been completed improves the visual feedback to the user so that the user is aware that the second measurement scan is successful and the user does not need to restart the process to obtain the measurement. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, before scanning, using the one or more cameras, the portion of the user's body, the computer system displays (1244) one or more instructions on the display device. For example,
Displaying instructions, in the form of an animation and/or a text prompt, to the user to explain how the user achieves a proper position of the user's body for measurement improves the visual feedback to the user so that the user knows how to obtain the measurement. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the one or more instructions include (1246) instructions for placing the computing device into a proper position for scanning. In some embodiments, the instructions include an instruction to lay device flat on a table. In some embodiments, the instructions for placing the computing device are displayed in response to determining that the device is not flat. For example, the device displays an error message that the device is not flat, as illustrated in
Providing instructions indicating that the user has not placed the device at a proper pose (e.g., flat) for measuring makes it easier for the user to know how to adjust the device to be in a proper position without requiring the user to provide additional user inputs asking the device if the measurement has been successful. Providing improved visual feedback to the user and reducing the number and/or extent of inputs needed to perform an operation by performing the operation (e.g., automatically) when a set of conditions has been met enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the one or more instructions include (1248) instructions for selecting which body part will be scanned using the one or more cameras. For example, the computing device prompts the user to select whether to scan a left body part (e.g., wrist/hand) or a right body part (e.g., a right wrist/hand, as illustrated in
Providing additional options for selecting which side of a portion of the user's body should be measured avoids cluttering the user interface for aligning the portion of the user's body for measurement by only displaying guidance for the selected side of the user's body to be measured. Providing options for measuring different sides (e.g., right or left) of the portion of the user's body without cluttering the user interface with additional guidance related to portions of the user's body that are not measured enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the one or more instructions include (1250) instructions for moving the body part such that the body part is in the field of view of the one or more cameras. For example, the instructions include instructions for how to move hand (e.g., in a particular direction) such that the entire body part is in the field of view of the one or more cameras (e.g., instructions to move closer, farther, to roll up sleeve and/or remove jewelry, etc.). For example,
Displaying instructions, in the form of an animation and/or a text prompt, to the user to explain how the user achieves a proper position of the user's body for measurement improves the visual feedback to the user so that the user knows how to obtain the measurement. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, the one or more instructions include (1252) displaying a representation of a body part in a position that satisfies the body part positioning precondition. For example,
Displaying an animation that demonstrates to the user to how to move the representation of the body part into the proper position for measurement improves the visual feedback to the user so that the user knows how to obtain the measurement. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
In some embodiments, before displaying the second visual prompt, the computer system updates (1254) display of the representation of the portion of the user's body. For example, the representation of the portion of the user's body updates the representation to be translucent or faded. In some embodiments, the representation of the portion of the user's body is updated as the body part of the user moves (e.g., changes positions) such that the representation of the portion of the user's body is updated in accordance with the movement of the body part that is in the field of view of the one or more cameras. For example, as described with reference to
Visually deemphasizing (e.g., fading) the representation of the portion of the user's body provides visual feedback informing the user that the portion of the user's body is not in a proper position within the field of view and prompting the user to move the portion of the user's body if the user wishes to measure the portion of the user's body. Providing improved visual feedback to the user enhances the operability of the system and makes the user-device interface more efficient (e.g., by helping the user to achieve an intended result and reducing user mistakes when operating/interacting with the system), which, additionally, reduces power usage and improves battery life of the device by enabling the user to use the device more quickly and efficiently.
It should be understood that the particular order in which the operations in
The operations described above with reference to
The foregoing description, for purpose of explanation, has been described with reference to specific embodiments. However, the illustrative discussions above are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise forms disclosed. Many modifications and variations are possible in view of the above teachings. The embodiments were chosen and described in order to best explain the principles of the invention and its practical applications, to thereby enable others skilled in the art to best use the invention and various described embodiments with various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated.
This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63/149,553, filed Feb. 15, 2021, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.
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