Garmin has been granted a patent for a wrist-wearable electronic device with light emitting elements and a sensor. The device can detect the position of the user’s wrist and illuminate different elements accordingly. The processor controls the color of the light based on user input. GlobalData’s report on Garmin gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Garmin, Fitness trackers was a key innovation area identified from patents. Garmin's grant share as of April 2024 was 74%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Patent granted for wrist-wearable device with light emitting elements
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11956874B2) discloses a wrist-wearable electronic device with innovative features. The device includes a housing with a display supported by the face, a first and second light emitting element positioned in the sidewall between a 10:00 and 2:00 position, and a processor that can selectively illuminate the light emitting elements based on user input to produce colors corresponding to selected indicators. The device offers a touch screen for user input, a control button, and the ability to control the intensity of the emitted light.
Furthermore, the patent describes variations of the wrist-wearable electronic device with additional features such as multiple light emitting elements, different color illuminations, and the ability to control the intensity of the light based on user-selected indicators. The device's display can indicate the intensity of the emitted light and present a range of intensity indicators for user selection. With a focus on user interaction and customization, the patented device offers a unique and versatile electronic accessory for wrist-wearable technology enthusiasts.
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