Apple recently filed a patent with the State Intellectual Property Office for a microphone port for electronic devices. The patent is filed with a date of application in August 2023 and publication number CN117641169A.
According to the patent abstract, this patented technology mainly involves the design of microphone ports for electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, etc. Specifically, it describes a microphone port with a specific structure that includes cylindrical sidewalls and shelves that extend radially inward from the sidewalls. In addition, the microphone port includes a mesh that is fixed to the shelf.
While the patent abstract does not specify the specific advantages of this design, we can speculate that this construction may help improve the sound quality of the microphone, reduce noise interference, or improve the durability of the microphone. At the same time, the design may also help to better integrate the microphone into the overall design of the electronic device, making it more aesthetically pleasing and functional.
However, this is only speculation based on patent abstracts. To understand the specifics and advantages of this patented technology, we will need to wait for the further disclosure of the patent or an official explanation from Apple for this.
Overall, Apple has been working to improve the user experience of its products through innovative technologies. The microphone port patent applied for this time is undoubtedly another exploration and attempt in the field of audio technology. We look forward to seeing how this technology is used in future products and how it will improve our experience with electronic devices."