This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: Apple Inc.. Active years: 2026.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2026
Title: Michael J. Foster: Inventor of Progressive Map Display Technology.
Introduction
Michael J. Foster is an inventor associated with Sunnyvale, California. His patent work includes a method for deciding which map details to display at different zoom levels.
Latest Patents
Foster is credited with 1 patent: “Progressive Display in Multi-Zoom Digital Map.” The invention concerns determining which settlements, labels, and roads appear within a map display based on its current zoom level and other factors.
Career Highlights
Foster is associated with Apple Inc. His patent reflects work on adapting digital map content to the user’s current view.
Collaborations
Foster’s listed coworkers include Gianluca Donato and Bradley Herried.
Conclusion
Michael J. Foster’s patent on progressive map display addresses how digital maps can present relevant details as users change zoom levels.
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