On August 10th, according to foreign media reports, Microsoft recently filed a patent for its smartphone that can tell when the user does not want to be disturbed.
According to the UK's Daily Telegraph, Microsoft's application documents describe how the device uses environmental sensors to detect when the phone user is sleeping or in a meeting, and appropriately forward incoming calls and text messages. For example, when placed face up in a dark room, the phone will automatically assume the user is sleeping; when GPS detects the user is at a movie theater or theater, the phone will also be notified. Placing the phone face down on a table indicates the user is in a meeting; when the phone moves at a certain speed, it indicates the user is driving.
When someone wants to contact the user during special occasions, the phone will automatically reply with a message, suggesting the best way to get in touch with the user. For example, if the user is driving, the phone will recommend using hands-free mode.
Microsoft's filing of this patent suggests that Microsoft may enter the mobile phone hardware market in the future, confirming earlier media speculation.