RX10 - A new type of smartphone

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Top Side

Bottom Side

Front Face Right Side Back Face Left Side

Main Drawing (October 2006)

Model Name: RX10 Designer: Stuart Taylor

1. Dual Touch Screen

2. Phone Speaker

3. Slide-on Keypad

4. Charging & Communication Port

5. Grooves for External Devices

6. Digital Camera

7. Anchor Slot for External Devices

8. Stylus

9. Earphone Jack and Polyphonic Speaker

10. Microphone

3D View(Actual Colour)

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Table of Contents

1) Introduction

2) Primary Modes

a) Phone Mode

b) Computer Mode

3) Secondary Applications

a) Computer Applications

b) Media Players

c) Game Pads

4) External Attachments

a) Back Covers

b) Screen Attachment

c) External Devices

d) Laser Keyboard and Projector Attachment

5) Related Software Concepts

6) Components

7) Conclusion


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Introduction

Vertical Position Horizontal Position

(One Hand Operation) (Two Hand Operation)

Basic Description

There are three novel factors that attribute to the RX10s wide range of uses. They are:

Shape & Size - The PDA is the length, width and depth of a moderately sized Candy

Bar Cell phone and is based on the dimension ratios of Sonys PSP. It can thereforebe comfortably held in a vertical or horizontal position allowing operation with one or

two hands respectively.

Screen Size - The entire front face of the PDA is solely dedicated to a High

Resolution Touch Screen thereby providing the maximum possible screen size for

interaction and viewing media. The majority of program interfaces will be directly

operated using the Touch Screen but buttons are located on the side of the PDA for

extended communicability. The Dual Touch feature allows the PDA to be operated

with one thumb or a stylus when held in a vertical position, or two thumbs when in a

horizontal position.

Adaptability - The PDAs capabilities can be enhanced according to user preference

by attaching external devices that seamlessly merge with the PDA via specially

shaped grooves, slots and communication ports.

With its unique combination of features the RX10 has the versatility to be used much

like a large range of mobile media and telecommunication products currently on the

market.

Dual Touch ScreenSide Keys (3 Buttons)

Phone Speaker

Grooves for

Slide-on Extensions


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Primary Modes

Phone Mode Computer Mode

There are two Primary Modes in which the RX10 can operate. To switch between

them, one only needs to press a button on the Side Keypad.

Phone Mode

The RX10 can be used like a standard Candy Bar Cell Phone when held in a vertical

position. Any cell phone interface can be projected onto the Dual Touch Screen andbe operated as if the keys were built-in. The cell phone software can effortlessly

switch to other interfaces for using specific applications. For example, the RX10 can

automatically open a Word Processor for typing SMSs and Instant Messages. New

interactive cell phone interfaces can be designed simply using specialized software.

Computer Mode

The Desktop can be operated when held in both vertical and horizontal positions,

acting much like a PDA or Pocket PC respectively. The RX10 can work with a range

of applications that are generally accessed through the Desktop but can be opened in

the Phone Mode as well. Folders are opened in the standard windows format.Toolbars for applications are located on the side sections or can pop up by running a

thumb or stylus along certain areas of the screen (i.e. lower long edge). The RX10

will have text to speech, speech to text and speech translation capabilities.

Next Menu

Keys

Deactivated

Previous Menu Phone Mode

PC Mode

(Hold down) Turn On/Off

Cell Phone Interface

(Motorola SLRV L7)

Computer Desktop

with Standard Icons

Side Screen Items

Control Panel,etc

Time/CalendarDisplay

Minimize,

Maximize, etc


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Secondary Applications

Word Processor

ReaderComputer Applications

The user can effortlessly switch between the Word Processor and Reader for basic

editing and viewing of documents. This principle applies to all applications. Many

other applications can be used with the RX10 including but not limited to: Microsoft

Office, Photoshop, Video Editor, Internet Explorer, Schedule/Organizer, Media

Players and Game Pads.

MP3 Player Video Player

Widescreen (16:9)

Media Players

The RX10 can project a range of MP3 player interfaces which include the Apple iPod,

Creative Zen and Sansa e260. DJ interfaces can be used when in a horizontal position

for on-the-go mixing of music.

Video media can utilize the entire screen area allowing for smooth, vivid video

playback. Videos can be viewed in Widescreen (16:9) or Standard (4:3) ratiosallowing for movie and television playback.

Menu

Keys

Deactivated

Play/Pause Desktop

DesktopMP3 Player Interface

(Apple iPod Mini)

Side Screen

Deactivated

Desktop

Desktop

Next SectionPrevious

Section

Shift, Cursor Right, Toolbar Menutrl, Cursor Left, Alt

Side Screen Items

Scroll, NextPage, etc...

Enable Keyboard

Zoom In/Out

Side Screen Items

Keyboard expandsonto the Side Screen

Disable Keyboard


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Game Pads

Sony PSP Game Pad

(Tomb Raider)

Standard Game Pads

A range of gaming interfaces can be used on the RX10 including Sonys PSP or

Nintendos Game Boy. These Game Pads can be customized according to user

preference.

1st

Person Shooter Game Pad

(Medal of Honor)

Alternative Game Pads

Game Pads can adapt to the vast variety of game genres currently on the market. For

example, with the Game Pad shown above, all the Action Keys are transferred to the

side where they are easily controlled with the users index fingers. The majority of

directional controls are located on the Touch Screen, with one thumb being able to

control body movement and the other controlling head movement. There are many

other types of Game Pads.

Driving and Flying games require vertically sliding the thumbs in opposite directions

to steer the vehicle. Action Keys such as Accelerate and Brake would be located on

the on the side.

With Fighting Games strikes are performed by sliding your thumbs on the Touch

Screen and holding down various Side Keys. The user can simply switch betweenmovement and fighting Game Pads during play to create a novel gaming experience.

Action Keys

Aim Crosshair

Directional

Controls

Jump Secondary FireInventory FireCrouch

Special Items Menu

Weapons

Menu

Special Items Menu

Directional

Controls

1st

Person ViewMenuStrafe


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External Attachments

Back Cover Front View Back Cover Rear View

(Alone) (Attached to the RX10)

Back Covers

Back Cover Extensions enhance the RX10s capabilities by providing various features

tailored for certain applications. The Extensions can be produced as complete units

with embedded features or can be built up by the user from simple base units (above).

This allows for various combinations of different features. Built-up units can consist

of 2, 3 or 4 Cartridges. The Back Covers can be applied or removed with the greatest

of ease and can be stacked upon one another. The RX10 registers what type of

attachments has been added via Communication Ports and automatically updates

applicable software to run in accordance with external features.

Features

There are a range of features that are generally located within the Cartridges but can

also be encompassed in the Middle Attachment or other types of attachments. These

features include among others: Supplementary battery, Storage memory, Processors,

Slots for external devices e.g. Memory sticks, Slide out Keyboard, Connection

expansions e.g. GPS and WiFi, and Extras such as LED lights.

An example of a Back Cover for gaming enhancement would be a complete unit with

built-in Processor/Graphics Accelerator, Battery, and Hard Drive or Slots for Memory

Sticks. If the user was taking a long trip and wanted to watch movies on the train, they

could attach a built-up unit consisting of 3 cartridges that would include a large

battery, small battery and Hard Drive or Slots for Memory Sticks.

Camera

Opening

nchor Clip

CartridgeRelease Switch

Slide-on

Rungs

Cartridge

Slot

Base Unit MiddleAttachment

Cartridge 2

Cartridge 1

Camera

Com Port

Connector

USB Port


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Screen Attachment

Closed Open

The Screen is anchored to the RX10 via the Side Slot and/or Back Cover. When

closed, the RX10 can still be used as a cell phone thanks to a basic interface on the

back of the screen. Various Key Pad Cards, similar in size and thickness to standard

ATM cards can be slotted onto this interface. An extra screen enhances the

capabilities of the RX10 quite dramatically but can seriously drain power usage. For

this reason, the Screen Attachment will generally be used in conjunction with a Back

Cover.

With the extra Screen attached, the RX10 can be

operated like a mini laptop. For example, when

using a Word Processor or related program the

entire Screen of the RX10 can be dedicated to a

Keyboard (left). The Screen can tilt back by 180

degrees, allowing both screens to be used for

reading documents.

Word Processor

An extra Screen allows games to be played in

Widescreen using more spread out controls (right).

More types of gaming interfaces such as the

Nintendo DS can be used.

Game Pad

Slot-in Key Pad

Back Cover Unit

Standard High Res

LCD Screen

Phone SpeakerBasic Display

icrophone

Side Speakers

Side Keys

(7 Button) RX10


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External Devices

Laptop (Closed) Laptop (Open)

Laptop - When attached, the RX10s inner circuitry is directly linked to the Laptops and acts as acomponent thereof. The Laptop can therefore be slimmer as the RX10 has many of the necessary

components that would normally add to its bulk.

Side Keypad Video Camera Wide Angle USB Camera

(7 Button)

Side Keypad - Keypad Cartridges can be slotted onto the side of the RX10. They link up with it via

a com port. However, the RX10 should perhaps have a permanent 7 Button Keypad built in.

Video Camera - The Video Camera slots into the same place the Side Keypad does. It could

possibly be attached to a Back Cover unit that has related features. This camera delivers superior

picture quality and has ample room for a zoom. Videos can be directly edited or viewed in a video

program straight after filming.

USB Camera - The camera allows for on the go VoIP conference calls and when turned the other

way, it can be used for taking wide angle pictures. It could perhaps be built into a Back Cover unit.

I have Ideas and Designs of many other types of External Devices. These include among others, a

front cover that will protect the Screen and has transparent buttons for user feedback. Game Padscan be attached around the RX10 so the entire screen can be used for a superior gaming experience.

Keyboard

RX10

Standard 14 inch

LCD Screen

Mouse Pad

Slot for RX10


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Laser Keyboard and Projector Attachment

Front View Rear View

Setup Sequence

1. With the RX10 attached, slidethe Support Casing outwards. 2. Remove the Clip-out Stand 3. Flip the switch on the Clip-out

from the back face. Stand and then place it on the

underside of the Support Casing.

4. The complete unit is then placed onto a table withthe projector facing an adjacent wall or side screen.

The RX10 should be placed between 30 and 60

centimeters from the wall. When turned on, the

RX10 measures the distance between the wall and

itself using a laser on the rear side. It then projects

a full sized screen onto the wall and a laser

keyboard onto the table top. The RX10 can then be

used like a standard PC.

A drawback to this concept is that dim light is

needed for the unit to operate correctly. The screen

will have to be projected in a trapezium shape that

tapers towards the top. This will compensate for

the screen being projected at an upwards angle.

Projector Lens

Camera

Opening

Clip-out Stand

Laser Keyboard

Slide-out

Support Casing

MicrophoneCom Port

Connector

Slide-on Rungs

Anchor

Clip

USB Port

Screen

Projection

Laser

Keyboard

Projection


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Related Software Concepts

Interface Design Program

Due to Copyright and Design Protection Laws, replica software interfaces of current

products will not be able to be produced and distributed by the makers of the RX10. Away of getting around this is to include Interface Design Software with the RX10.

With this program, users can simply and easily design their own interfaces on their

PCs and share them with each other.

To start, the user chooses a picture (Motorola SLVR) and uses a pre-shaped cutting

tool to select the applicable area. They then select where the Active Screen Area

should be placed. Commands for certain applications can be dragged from a toolbar

onto the picture and be sized and shaped according to user preference. Commands and

Icons can be combined and then dragged onto the picture. Icons or groups of Icons

with pre-set commands can be downloaded and added to any picture such as a family

photo. After editing, the interface is saved and transferred to the RX10 for use. This

program can be used to create any type of interface, including Cell phones, MP3players and Game pads.

Key Expander Feature

The Keyboard on the Word Processor

application is fairly small which would

under normal circumstances result in

double types. By decreasing the

Activation Area of the keys (A), they

respond as if they were larger keys (B),

thereby preventing double types. This

principle can apply to all keys, including Icons and Game Controls.

Commands

Cell Phone

Numbers

12

3

4

Active Screen

Area Icons

(A) (B)

Activation Area Actual Key Size


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Components

Body

The RX10 will have a solid build and because it is crammed with features it will be

relatively heavy for its size. The body of the final product will be streamlined with

rounded edges for a more comfortable grip (see Sony Mylo). There could perhaps be

an internal spirit level so that applications can immediately conform to the direction

the RX10 is held in. The processor speed should be more than adequate to flawlessly

play high quality videos and basic games. The battery is detachable and will provide

the RX10 with hours of power.

Dual Touch Screen

The technology to build the Dual Touch Screen is

currently available. The Wide Screen area is90mm x 50.6mm and the Standard Screen area is

67mm x 50.6mm. The Screen has a Glass/Plastic

exterior that resembles the glass casing of the

Apple iPod Nano. The phone speaker is located

behind the screen and sound is transmitted from

the speaker through a sealed off hole in the screen. The Side Screens may not be

necessary or should perhaps be replaced by touch pads. These touch pads would have

small buttons or directional markings for game play.

Earphone Jack and Polyphonic Speaker

A Standard Earphone Jack and Polyphonic Speaker are used with the RX10. The best

types of earphones are the ones that connect at right angles to the RX10.

Charging / Communication Port

The Communication Port is a very specialized component of the RX10. As well as

being able to charge the RX10, it is the link to the external devices. It must be able to

transfer large amounts of information and charge simultaneously. The measurements

are based on the iPod Nanos port.

Hole in ScreenGlass Covering

LCD Screen

Phone Speaker

CS through Screen


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Conclusion

Apple iPhone Sony Mylo

All of the concepts and ideas presented in this report were conceived prior to the

release of either of these products. I conceptualized the basic parameters for the RX10

in August 2006 and by October, had finished complete 3D drawings of the Device

which are available upon request. I have been pleasantly surprised to see that many of

the aspects of the RX10 are present in these and other new products being released on

the market.

I feel that PDA technology has a lot more to offer than just being used for media and

telecommunication applications. With the Mobile PCs and Wireless technology that

we have today, a range of applications can be produced that benefit the user in waysnever before seen. I have many more Ideas and Designs of applications that can

revolutionize the way that we use mobile media devices. Medical applications can be

loaded onto the RX10 that communicate with wireless devices. These wireless

devices can be placed on various parts of the body and measure vital signs and related

aspects of the user night and day. Life style applications can automate mundane

chores and manage all aspects of a persons daily lifestyle. Language translators can

be loaded onto the RX10 and can instantly translate the users words into any

language, in a natural-sounding voice.

I have many more in-depth ideas and descriptions of the RX10 and related products

that I think your company and its partners would be interested in. I feel I have greatpotential and with further training and experience in a work-related environment, I

could become a valuable asset to your company and its vision.

Personal Details

Name: Stuart Taylor

Sex: Male Email Address: [email protected]

Date of Birth: 14 January 1983

Nationality: South African

Qualifications: Bachelor of Science Degree

in Biochemistry and Zoology

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