Handheld electronic device providing feedback to facilitate navigation and the entry of information, and associated method
CA 2535775 C · Owner: Research In Motion Limited · Inventors: Griffin, Jason T.
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A method of facilitating the input of information in a handheld electronic device having a plurality of input elements such as without limitation, keys. The method includes receiving a signal indicating that a particular one of the input elements is being touched in a first manner providing a feedback signal, such as a sound or graphic that identifies the particular input element after the signal is received and performing a function associated with the particular input element when it is being touched in a second manner. Also a handheld electronic device that includes an input apparatus having a plurality of input elements a processor, and a memory in electronic communication with the …
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- Filed February 8, 2006 and granted January 3, 2012. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended February 8, 2026.
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