Front projection eReader system

摘要

Techniques are disclosed for purchasing, accessing, and/or providing electronic content by a projection based eReader. In accordance with one embodiment invention, a projector system is provided that is configured to engage a lighting socket and can be controlled by, for example, a remote control and/or imaged user input actions. Power to the system can be received through the socket based interface. The techniques can also be used in non-socketed configurations. The system is capable of creating large images suitable for reading large publications, such as newspapers or magazines, but can generally be used for any type of content including small print. In some embodiments, the system projects an image onto a lightweight, rigid screen that can be held by an individual that is situated in the area near the projection system.

主权项

1. An eReader device, comprising:
a communication module configured to wirelessly receive sensor data from a user's portable rigid reading screen, the sensor data indicative of at least one of orientation of the reading screen and fold status of the screen; a projector system having an adjustable lens configured to project digital content onto the reading screen; a camera for imaging the reading screen; and an alignment mechanism configured to adjust the adjustable lens based on reading screen image data captured by the camera and the sensor data, so that the digital content is projected onto the reading screen for consumption by the user.