Abstract
Power management for media devices can be inefficient when a user is listening to audio content but is not actively viewing the display, potentially leading to increased energy consumption. Systems and methods can manage display power by inferring user proximity. The technology can utilize wireless signal characteristics, such as a received signal strength indicator from a user's personal peripheral device (e.g., a smartwatch, smartphone, or earbuds), to establish virtual zones around a media playback device. When the system infers that a user has moved from a viewing zone to a listening zone, it can automatically deactivate the display panel while audio playback continues. This approach can help conserve energy and reduce display wear while helping to maintain the continuity of the audio experience with less need for manual interaction.
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Recommended Citation
Agarwal, Nikita, "Dynamic Media Device Power Management Using Proximity Inferred from Wireless Signals", Technical Disclosure Commons, ()
https://www.tdcommons.org/dpubs_series/11209