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(56) References Cited sensor, such as a proximity sensor, to sense a user of the peripheral,
and a processor coupled to the interface and to the US PATENT DOCUMENTS at least one …

Apparatuses and methods to sense proximity of an object and operate a proximity sensor of
a portable device. In some embodiments, a method includes receiving an ambient light …

Peripherals and data processing systems are disclosed which can be configured to interact
based upon sensor data. In one embodiment, a peripheral, which is configured to be used …

Apparatuses and methods to sense proximity and to detect light. In one embodiment, an
apparatus includes an emitter of electromagnetic radiation and a detector of electromagnetic …

(57) ABSTRACT A display Screen is positioned relative to the interior Side of a protective
barrier. Also positioned relative to the interior Side of the protective barrier are emitters …

6,373,612 B1* 4/2002 Hoffman et al........ 250,559.38 6,520,013 B1 2/2003 Wehrenberg
radiation from the emitter when the apparatus is configured to sense proximity, and the …

The various methods and devices described herein relate to devices which, in at least
certain embodiments, may include one or more sensors for providing data relating to user …

Int. Cl. A system for use in a vehicle, including a steering element G06F 7700(2006.01)
situated opposite a driver seat in a vehicle, the steering ele G06F 3/0(2006.01) ment …

(Continued) second pair of outer edges of the object. If the approximated touch area is less
than or equal to a threshold touch area, the signal processor determines that the object …