摘要 |
Methods and systems are provided for controlling the functions of a handheld multifunction device based on the orientation of the device. The multifunction device can be held in a plurality of orientations including a vertical orientation and a horizontal orientation. The multifunction device includes a user interface that includes a display; and a plurality of applications that provide the device with respective functions, the plurality of applications comprising at least two of organizer, communication, and entertainment functions, wherein at least a portion of the application include different modes of operation. The device further includes control means for detecting an orientation of the multifunction device and for automatically switching between the plurality of applications based on the detected orientation.
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