Multiple function inline controller with buttons extending along different axes

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8350167
APP PUB NO 20090242364A1
SERIAL NO

12239500

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Methods, apparatus and systems which provide buttons oriented at angles relative to each other as a part of a multiple function switch are described. In one embodiment, the multiple function switch is part of an inline controller that is suitable for use to control features or functions of a portable electronic device. A multiple function switch may be incorporated in a cable associated with an earpiece arranged to be interfaced with a portable electronic device.

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  • APPLE INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Crooijmans, Wim San Jose, US 18 1256
Frazier, Cameron Palo Alto, US 50 1755
Prest, Christopher San Francisco, US 35 1444
Stiehl, Kurt San Jose, US 51 1854
Yu, Michelle Oakland, US 32 609

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