Dynamic battery capacity allocation for data retention among mobile computers and electronic devices

摘要

Systems devices and/or methods that facilitate dynamic battery capacity allocation are presented. Extended use times or smaller form factors can be achieved for devices employing dynamic battery capacity allocation. By determining factors that can include the type of memory, the usage of the memory, and/or the user's preference to continue to use a device rather than retain data in a volatile memory for a period of time before supplying alternative power, the device can be available for use for longer periods of time on a battery or a smaller battery can be used to achieve similar use time.

主权项

1. A system that facilitates dynamic allocation of battery capacity of a device, the system comprising:
a memory mode sensing component that determines a state of one or more memories employed in the device, wherein a portion of a finite power supply corresponding to the battery capacity of the device is reserved to power the one or more memories; a user interaction component that facilitates interaction of a user with the device; and an allocation component that allocates some portion of the finite power supply reserved for the one or more memories to power the device based on the determination of both the state of the one or more memories and the interaction of the user with the device.