> Abstract: "A method and system are provided for extending
> the functionality of application buttons on a limited
> resource computing device. Alternative application
> functions are launched based on the length of time an
> application button is pressed. A default function for an
> application is launched if the button is pressed for a
> short, i.e., normal, period of time. An alternative
> function of the application is launched if the button
> is pressed for a long, (e.g., at least one second),
> period of time. Still another function can be launched
> if the application button is pressed multiple times
> within a short period of time, e.g., double click."
Have they never come across auto-repeat on keyboards?
How long before they rediscover buttons that are pressure-sensitive and try
to patent those?
Michael Kay
