BlackBerry has been granted a patent for an improved handheld electronic device and method that presents call logs in a collapsed manner. The device only displays the most recent call for each phone number, and users can access a call history for any selected call. The patent describes the device’s ability to detect and display a single entry from a communications log, and then provide a listing of communications-related information for that contact or phone number. GlobalData’s report on BlackBerry gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Patent granted for an improved call log display
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11778088B2) describes a device and method for displaying a communications log on a device such as a smartphone. The device includes a memory and a processor that work together to perform various functions.
The device is capable of detecting a first call and a second call associated with a specific contact or phone number. It then displays a single entry from the communications log, which is associated with the most recent call. The entry includes information such as the contact or phone number, a characteristic of the call (such as received, outgoing, or missed), and the time of the call.
After selecting the entry, the device displays at least part of a listing that contains communications-related information associated with the contact or phone number. This listing includes information for both the first call and the second call, providing a comprehensive view of the communication history with that contact or phone number.
The patent also mentions that the device can display additional information, such as the duration of the most recent call.
The method described in the patent is similar to the device, where the steps involve detecting the first and second calls, displaying the single entry from the communications log, and displaying the listing of communications-related information.
Additionally, the patent includes a claim for a non-transitory computer-readable medium that stores instructions for executing the functions described above.
Overall, this patent introduces a device and method for efficiently displaying a communications log on a device, allowing users to easily access and view their communication history with specific contacts or phone numbers. The invention aims to provide a user-friendly interface that presents relevant information in a clear and organized manner.
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