17973373. ELECTRONIC DEVICE FOR WIRELESS LAN COMMUNICATION WITH MULTIPLE EXTERNAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES AND OPERATION METHOD THEREOF simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)
ELECTRONIC DEVICE FOR WIRELESS LAN COMMUNICATION WITH MULTIPLE EXTERNAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES AND OPERATION METHOD THEREOF
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ELECTRONIC DEVICE FOR WIRELESS LAN COMMUNICATION WITH MULTIPLE EXTERNAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES AND OPERATION METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17973373 titled 'ELECTRONIC DEVICE FOR WIRELESS LAN COMMUNICATION WITH MULTIPLE EXTERNAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES AND OPERATION METHOD THEREOF
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a method and apparatus for wireless local area network (WLAN) communication with multiple external electronic devices in an electronic device. The electronic device includes a memory, a wireless communication circuit, and at least one processor.
- The processor is configured to identify the presence of a second external electronic device connected to the electronic device for WLAN communication, based on the retrieval of a first external electronic device that can be connected to the electronic device via WLAN-based direct communication.
- If the second external electronic device is present, the processor obtains connection information related to WLAN communication with the second external device.
- Based on the obtained connection information, the processor sets the frequency band and/or WLAN communication scheme for WLAN communication with the first external electronic device.
- Finally, the processor performs WLAN communication with the first external electronic device based on the set WLAN communication scheme and/or frequency band.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Smart homes: The disclosed method and apparatus can be used in smart home systems to enable seamless WLAN communication between multiple external electronic devices, such as smart speakers, smart thermostats, and smart appliances.
- Internet of Things (IoT): This technology can be applied in IoT networks to facilitate efficient WLAN communication between various IoT devices, allowing them to exchange data and interact seamlessly.
- Industrial automation: The disclosed method and apparatus can be utilized in industrial automation systems, enabling reliable WLAN communication between different electronic devices used in manufacturing processes.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Simplified connectivity: The disclosed method eliminates the need for manual configuration of WLAN communication settings for each external electronic device, making it easier for users to connect and communicate with multiple devices.
- Efficient communication: By automatically setting the appropriate frequency band and WLAN communication scheme based on the connected devices, this technology ensures optimal performance and reduces interference, leading to more efficient communication.
Benefits of this technology:
- Enhanced user experience: Users can seamlessly connect and communicate with multiple external electronic devices without the hassle of manual configuration.
- Improved performance: By setting the optimal frequency band and WLAN communication scheme, this technology ensures reliable and efficient communication between devices, resulting in improved overall performance.
- Scalability: The disclosed method and apparatus can be easily scaled to accommodate a large number of external electronic devices, making it suitable for various applications and environments.
Original Abstract Submitted
Various embodiments of the disclosure provide a method and apparatus for WLAN communication with a plurality of external electronic devices, in an electronic device. An electronic device may include: a memory, a wireless communication circuit, and at least one processor, and the processor is configured to: identify whether a second external electronic device connected to the electronic device for communication via the WLAN is present, based on a first external electronic device connectable to the electronic device via WLAN-based direction communication being retrieved, obtain connection information related to the WLAN communication with the second external electronic device, based on the second external electronic device being present, set, based on the connection information related to the WLAN communication with the second external electronic device, a frequency band and/or WLAN communication scheme for WLAN communication with the first external electronic device, and perform, based on the set WLAN communication scheme and/or frequency band, WLAN communication with the first external electronic device.
