H04R5/0335

ACOUSTIC OUTPUT DEVICES

The present disclosure discloses an acoustic output device. The acoustic output device may include a speaker assembly, configured to convert audio signals into vibration signals; a functional assembly electrically connected to the speaker assembly; and a supporting structure, configured to be connected to the speaker assembly and the functional assembly, wherein the supporting structure includes a metal body therein, and the metal body may be electrically connected to the functional assembly.

Microphone natural speech capture voice dictation system and method
11496827 · 2022-11-08 · ·

A system for voice dictation includes an earpiece, the earpiece may include an earpiece housing sized to fit into an external auditory canal of a user and block the external auditory canal, a first microphone operatively connected to the earpiece housing and positioned to be isolated from ambient sound when the earpiece housing is fitted into the external auditory canal, a second microphone operatively connected to earpiece housing and positioned to sound external from the user, and a processor disposed within the earpiece housing and operatively connected to the first microphone and the second microphone. The system may further include a software application executing on a computing device which provides for receiving the first voice audio stream into a first position of a record and receiving the second voice audio stream into a second position of the record.

Cable Retraction Mechanism for Headphone Devices
20230095160 · 2023-03-30 ·

A headphone device includes (i) a first earpiece including an antenna at least partially disposed within the first earpiece, (ii) a second earpiece, (iii) a headbow adjustably connecting the first earpiece and the second earpiece, where one or both of the first and second earpieces are extendable from the headbow, the headbow including an inner cavity, and (iv) a cable assembly including a cable that is formed into a sinusoidal pattern having a series of peaks and valleys when the cable assembly is in a resting position, the cable at least partially formed from an elastomeric material, the cable assembly extending between the first and second earpieces within the inner cavity of the headbow in the resting position such that the cable assembly is extendable within the inner cavity of the headbow from the resting position when one or both of the first and second earpieces are extended from the headbow.

Microphone Natural Speech Capture Voice Dictation System and Method
20230032733 · 2023-02-02 · ·

A system for voice dictation includes an earpiece, the earpiece may include an earpiece housing sized to fit into an external auditory canal of a user and block the external auditory canal, a first microphone operatively connected to the earpiece housing and positioned to be isolated from ambient sound when the earpiece housing is fitted into the external auditory canal, a second microphone operatively connected to earpiece housing and positioned to sound external from the user, and a processor disposed within the earpiece housing and operatively connected to the first microphone and the second microphone. The system may further include a software application executing on a computing device which provides for receiving the first voice audio stream into a first position of a record and receiving the second voice audio stream into a second position of the record.

Headset With Improved Headband

Headsets with an improved headband are provided. In some embodiments, a headset comprises: a left earphone assembly; a right earphone assembly; and a headband assembly having a left end movably coupled to the left earphone assembly and a right end movably coupled to the right earphone assembly. The headband assembly comprises: an outer headband, extending between the left end and the right end of the headband assembly; a first elongated housing, arranged on an interior side of the outer headband and extending from the left end of the headband assembly to a first housing inner end; a second elongated housing, arranged on the interior side of the outer headband and extending from the right end of the headband assembly to a second housing inner end; and an inner headband, coupled between the first housing inner end and the second housing inner end on an interior side of the outer headband.

Loudspeaker apparatus

The present disclosure discloses a loudspeaker apparatus. The loudspeaker apparatus may include a circuit housing, an ear hook, a rear hook, a loudspeaker component, and a magnetic connector. The circuit housing may be configured to accommodate a control circuit or a battery component. The ear hook may be connected to one end of the circuit housing and at least partially covered by a first protective housing. The rear hook connected to another end of the circuit housing and at least partially covered by a second protective housing. The magnetic connector may be configured to absorb a charging interface of an external power source to establish an electrical connection so as to charge the loudspeaker apparatus.

Host detection and acoustic module detection

An audio system and methods for detecting proximity between or engagement between a removable open-ear acoustic module and a host device. Upon detection of proximity or engagement, the audio system may adjust at least one device setting of the devices in the system. In some examples, the devices of the audio system are capable of obtaining specific identifying information about the other devices, and can be configured to adjust the at least one device setting based on device identity. For example, adjusting the device settings can include an adjustment to power state of the open-ear acoustic module, an audio equalization (EQ) setting, a volume setting, a bass level setting, a treble level setting, an Active Noise Reduction (ANR) setting, a user profile setting, selection of an algorithm of a plurality of algorithms related to data collection, a sensor calibration setting, and a user interface control setting.

INFORMATION HANDLING SYSTEM WITH AN INTEGRATED WIRELESS CHARGER

A wireless charger inductively charges devices of various shapes and/or types, such as with multiple bend radii. Smartphones, headphones, key fobs, and other wireless devices may be laid atop the wireless charger. The wireless charger has flexible and pliable features that conform to the shape of the wireless device. The flexible and pliable features maintain a conformal relationship with the wireless device laid atop the wireless charger. The flexible and pliable features increase the efficiency of inductive power transfer and can reduce charge times and/or reduce heat generated due to thermal losses.

HEADPHONE APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR CONFIGURATION-BASED POWER SWITCHING
20230030946 · 2023-02-02 · ·

Electronic headphones that are operational when worn or placed on the head of a wearer and are non-operational when the electronic headphones are not worn. In exemplary embodiments, one or more sensors in the electronic headphones may detect this change of position of the earcups/pivot arms of the headset which indicates the wearer is no longer wearing the electronic headphones and put the electronic headphones in a non-operational state. Correspondingly, when placed on the head of a wearer, the sensor(s) detect the change of position of the electronic headphones which indicates the wearer is wearing the electronic headphones and puts the electronic headphones in an operational state.

Wireless headphones with integral camera
11490187 · 2022-11-01 ·

Wireless headphones with integral camera including a headphones assembly and a pivot arm assembly are disclosed. These assemblies in conjunction with one another provide a simple solution for video or teleconferencing. The headphones assembly includes speakers within a speaker housing surrounded by ear pads. The speakers are placed on either end of an adjustable headband to fit various user head sizes. The exterior of the speaker housing includes audio control buttons and a pivot arm mounted thereon. The pivot arm includes a forward-facing camera at an exterior distal end with respect to the speaker housing. The pivot arm also includes a self-facing camera with a microphone on the interior of said distal end. The included cameras can be toggled via a toggle button mounted to the pivot arm as well. The pivot arm is adjustable via a telescopic portion to modify camera angles.