USER INTERFACE MANIPULATION IN A FLEXIBLE SCREEN DEVICE

Smart overview of the Invention

The patent application introduces user interface (UI) manipulation techniques for devices with flexible, foldable, or reconfigurable screens. These techniques aim to protect sensitive information from onlookers while ensuring accessibility for the primary user. The UI adapts based on the device's physical configuration, such as folding or viewing angles, to maintain security. The system customizes the UI to promote configurations that optimize security in various environments and adjusts the display's form factor according to the sensitivity of the content.

Technical Field

This disclosure focuses on data security, specifically safeguarding sensitive information displayed on mobile devices from unauthorized viewing. As electronic devices have become prevalent for financial and commercial transactions, the risk of sensitive data theft by onlookers has increased. This invention addresses these vulnerabilities by using flexible display technology to control the visibility of information based on device configuration.

Background and Motivation

The shift from paper to electronic displays has increased the risk of data theft in public spaces. With flexible display technology advancements, devices can now offer various configurations that enhance data security. The application leverages these developments to create a UI system that minimizes exposure to potential threats while maintaining usability for legitimate users.

Detailed Description

The UI manipulation techniques involve configuring the device's screen to obscure information from onlookers while remaining visible to the user. This is achieved by adjusting the display based on environmental factors and content sensitivity. The system determines privacy risks by assessing potential onlookers and adapts the UI accordingly, requiring specific folding or viewing angles for optimal security. This approach ensures that sensitive information is only viewable when the device is correctly configured.

Application Environment

• Illustrates a scenario where a user interacts with a foldable screen in a public space with potential onlookers.
• The UI manipulation system adapts the display to protect sensitive information based on environmental risks and content sensitivity.
• The form factor of displayed information changes according to security needs, ensuring only the user can view it correctly when the device is configured appropriately.