17966446. METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR WIRELESS CONNECTION BETWEEN ELECTRONIC DEVICES simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR WIRELESS CONNECTION BETWEEN ELECTRONIC DEVICES
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METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR WIRELESS CONNECTION BETWEEN ELECTRONIC DEVICES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17966446 titled 'METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR WIRELESS CONNECTION BETWEEN ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a method and apparatus for supporting a wireless connection between an electronic device and an external device. The electronic device includes a microphone, wireless communication circuit, display, memory, and processor.
- The processor detects a trigger for a wireless connection and searches for the external device using the wireless communication circuit.
- The display is controlled to show a guide related to the proximity between the electronic device and the external device.
- If the electronic device and the external device are within a designated range, the microphone acquires an external signal by performing a designated operation with the external device.
- Authentication is performed for the wireless connection based on the acquired external signal.
- The wireless connection to the external device is configured via the wireless communication circuit based on the authentication result.
Potential Applications
- This technology can be applied in various wireless communication scenarios between electronic devices and external devices.
- It can be used in smart home systems to establish wireless connections between devices such as smartphones and smart appliances.
- It can be utilized in wireless audio systems to connect audio devices like headphones or speakers to electronic devices.
Problems Solved
- The method and apparatus simplify the process of establishing a wireless connection between electronic devices and external devices.
- It eliminates the need for manual searching and pairing of devices, making the connection process more convenient for users.
- The proximity guide displayed on the electronic device's screen helps users position the devices correctly for a successful connection.
Benefits
- Users can easily connect their electronic devices to external devices without the hassle of complex setup procedures.
- The technology provides a seamless and efficient wireless connection experience.
- The proximity guide ensures that the devices are within range for a stable connection, improving the overall user experience.
Original Abstract Submitted
A method and an apparatus for supporting a wireless connection between an electronic device and an external device are provided. An electronic device includes a microphone; a wireless communication circuit; a display; a memory configured to store instructions; and a processor operatively connected to the microphone, the wireless communication circuit, the display, and the memory, wherein the processor is configured to execute the instructions to: detect a trigger for a wireless connection to an external device; based on the detection of the trigger, search for the external device by using the wireless communication circuit; control the display to display a guide related to proximity between the electronic device and the external device; based on detecting that the electronic device and the external device are within a designated range from each other, acquire an external signal through the microphone by performing a designated operation with the external device; perform authentication for the wireless connection to the external device, based on the acquired external signal; and based on a result of the authentication, configure the wireless connection to the external device via the wireless communication circuit.
