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Apple patent app details wireless ‘remote wand’ for future Apple TV versions
MacDailyNews —
... moves the wand, the on-screen cursor would follow," Oliver reports. "Unlike the current 5-button remote shipping with the current version of Apple TV, the wand would be capable of controlling a plurality of new operations and applications that may be available from the media system, including for example zoom operations, a keyboard application, an image application, an illustration application, and a media application," Oliver reports. Full article with patent app illustrations here .
Apple Is Working On a Wii-Like Controller 'Wand'
The Raw Feed —
AppleInsider reports that Apple filed a patent for a remote control unit for Apple TV that works like the controller for the Nintendo Wii. Called the "remote wand," the controller enables TV viewers to move and control a mouse pointer on-screen.
Apple Patent Specs Wii-Like Controller For Apple TV [Apple TV]
Gizmodo —
Of all the things wrong with the Apple TV, its awkward control scheme via the Apple Remote is pretty niggling, but a recently published patent shows a new motion-sensing controller potentially in the works. As with all patent filings, this could be something or it could be nothing, but it would make sense as a way to add a trackable cursor to the Apple TV for quickly browsing through Coverflow, zooming in and out of photos and easier typing on an onscreen keyboard. But like we said before, Apple's got a lot of other things to ...
Apple patent filing details possible "remote wand" for Apple TV, again
Engadget —
... We've already seen some patent evidence that Apple has at least been considering a Wiimote-like controller for the Apple TV, and a newly published patent filing has now thrown yet more fuel onto the fire, although, as with all Apple patents, that's hardly a ...
Apple patent filing details possible "remote wand" for Apple TV, again
Engadget HD —
... We've already seen some patent evidence that Apple has at least been considering a Wiimote-like controller for the Apple TV, and a newly published patent filing has now thrown yet more fuel onto the fire, although, as with all Apple patents, that's hardly a ...
Apple's game plan for its "Wand" controller
The Seattle Times: Brier Dudley's blog —
Apple is seeking to patent a "wand" remote control device that can control a TV screen cursor by waving and flicking it around, according to a report today by AppleInsider.
The device could use a combination of infrared light, gyroscopes and accelerometers.
Apple Insider posted a few images of Apple's patent filing, showing how the device works, but they missed this one:
Apple Files Patent for Wand Controller for Apple TV
iPodObserver —
Apple has filed a patent for a wand-based remote control device for the Apple TV. AppleInsider first reported the patent application for a device that could add 3D-movement to controlling the Apple TV and replace the current 5-button remote control Apple ships with Apple TV and Macs with Front Row. The short version of the patent, which was filed in May of 2008, is that the user would use the wand to control a mouse cursor. The position of the mouse could either be determined by infrared modules positioned next to the screen, or by use of an accelerometer or gyroscope inside ...
New Apple patent application reveals a Wiimote for AppleTV
Infinite Loop —
... Apple is exploring options for more advanced remote control of its AppleTV, according to a patent filing unearthed by AppleInsider. Referring to a "remote wand," the patent describes a device with more than a passing resemblance to Nintendo Wii's Wiimote controller. ...
Patent Alert: Apple Looking into Wii-like Controller for Apple TV
Gearlog —
... Apple computers, meet the Wiimote. In a customary bit of patent digging, Apple Insider happened upon plans for a "wireless remote wand," which would give users motion sensing controls over the Apple TV, a la Nintendo's popular console. ...
Apple is exploring a Wiimote-like controller for the next-gen Apple TV
CrunchGear —
... We may see a “remote wand” in the box of the next Apple TV, according to a 64-page patent filing published this week. The wand would control the movement of a cursor on a TV screen much like the Wiimote allows in, say, your home screen. It would also allow for 3D controls. Did they talk to Nintendo about this first? ...
Apple TV may get a Wii-mote like ‘remote wand’
Gizmo Watch —
... Apple’s patent filing has brought the plans for a “remote wand” to light. Quite similar to the Wii-mote, the wand will allow users to control the cursor on the TV screen, make use of three-dimensional controls, and work on applications like zoom, keyboard, image, illustration and media applications. The wand may use accelerometer, gyros or IR modules to detect movement. As can be expected from Apple, the wand may be quite useful and a lot of fun.
Via: The Raw Feed/ Apple Insider
Patent Reveals Apple TV to Get a Wii-Like Remote
Today @ PC World —
... published yesterday. Referred to as a "wand," the patent application suggests Apple may look to expand Apple TV's capabilities into a full-fledged entertainment system. Apple proposes a variety of uses for the wand including "zoom operations, a keyboard application, an image application, an illustration application, and a media application." The patents were originally uncovered by Apple Insider . At its most basic level the wand could be used to call up a dock, and then to select an option from the menu by moving the wand across the screen. The controller could also scroll ...
Abracadabra: Apple Files Patent for Magic Wand
Cult of Mac —
... Apple has filed a patent for a wireless “remote wand” with the idea of adding it to future versions of Apple TV. The wand would give users with control over a cursor on the Apple TV screen, sort of like a mouse controls a cursor on a computer. The wand would also give Apple TV three-dimensional controls similar to those offered by Nintendo’s Wii controller.
According to Apple Insider, unlike the current 5-button remote on the current version of Apple TV, the wand can control a number of functions and can be used to zoom, as a ...
Apple turns to Wii for a Remote Idea
UK Gadget and Tech News, Reviews and Shopping —
... will use IR sensor technologies to access a range of functions including zoom, an on-screen keyboard, an image and illustration application and other media functions. This move has prompted speculation that Apple may be about to penetrate the gaming market. As the Wii Remote features very similar technology to Apple’s patent idea, there are further rumours that Apple is getting poised to challenge Nintendo with its own Wii-esque console. Nothing is set in stone though. According to AppleInsider , “The wand may include an optical component for capturing images of the infrared ...
