Patent ID: 11907435

Abstract:
An electronic, transformable apparatus (17) worn on a user's ear is disclosed. The apparatus (17) can either automatically extend or retract a display (18) above the user's eye. The display (18) is supported by an array of telescoping extension tubes (20) which fit inside one another and are housed inside the apparatus along with the display (18) when fully retracted. Upon extrusion of the display (18), the array of telescopic extension tubes (20) are pushed outward via an electronic mechanism including image generating means inside the apparatus. Thus, the apparatus's display (18) is visible when in use, and not visible when not in use. The apparatus (17) receives inputs from the user via a microphone (46) and camera (27), as well as the environment (68) via sensors associated with information about a moment in time. This information is then processed and output to the user either via an audio speaker (32), via presentation on the display (18), both simultaneously, or either of the two alone.