Lexology June 2, 2024
Apple has been granted a patent for AirPods with biosensors to monitor various biosignals, according to the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. The patent, titled ‘Biosignal Sensing Device Using Dynamic Selection of Electrodes,’ describes a wearable device for measuring a user’s biological signals, including but not limited to electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG), and electrooculography (EOG).
The patent notes that brain activity can be monitored using electrodes on the scalp or inside/around the outer ear, with the latter often preferred due to reduced mobility and visibility. However, accurate measurements using an ear-EEG device may require customization for each user’s ear, including the concha, ear canal, and tragus. This...
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