View source for Apple inc. (20240111333). CONTINUITY OF APPLICATIONS ACROSS DEVICES simplified abstract

=CONTINUITY OF APPLICATIONS ACROSS DEVICES=


==Organization Name==

[[:Category:apple inc.|apple inc.]]


[[Category:apple inc.]]

==Inventor(s)==

[[:Category:Lawrence Y. Yang of Bellevue WA (US)|Lawrence Y. Yang of Bellevue WA (US)]][[Category:Lawrence Y. Yang of Bellevue WA (US)]]

[[:Category:Patrick L. Coffman of San Francisco CA (US)|Patrick L. Coffman of San Francisco CA (US)]][[Category:Patrick L. Coffman of San Francisco CA (US)]]

[[:Category:Craig M. Federighi of Los Altos Hills CA (US)|Craig M. Federighi of Los Altos Hills CA (US)]][[Category:Craig M. Federighi of Los Altos Hills CA (US)]]

==CONTINUITY OF APPLICATIONS ACROSS DEVICES - A simplified explanation of the abstract==


This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240111333 titled 'CONTINUITY OF APPLICATIONS ACROSS DEVICES

==Simplified Explanation==

The abstract describes a patent application for a system that detects a compatible external device executing a first application, receives usage information about the first application, and displays an affordance for user selection to launch a corresponding second application on the electronic device.

* The system detects a compatible external device wirelessly.
* The electronic device receives usage information about the first application from the external device.
* An affordance is displayed for user selection based on the received information.
* When the affordance is selected, a second application corresponding to the first application is launched on the electronic device.
* The second application may be a different version of the first application.
* Launching the second application may bring it to the same state as the first application.

== Potential Applications ==
This technology could be applied in seamless transitions between different electronic devices, allowing users to continue their tasks without interruption.

== Problems Solved ==
This technology solves the problem of transferring tasks between devices by automatically launching corresponding applications on the new device.

== Benefits ==
The benefits of this technology include increased productivity and convenience for users who frequently switch between devices.

== Potential Commercial Applications ==
A potential commercial application of this technology could be in software development for multi-device ecosystems, where users can easily switch between devices while maintaining their workflow.

== Possible Prior Art ==
One possible prior art for this technology could be the concept of cloud synchronization services that allow users to access their data and applications across multiple devices seamlessly.

=== Unanswered Questions ===

=== How does the system ensure the security and privacy of the usage information received from the external device? ===
The system may use encryption and authentication protocols to secure the communication between devices and protect the user's data.

=== Can the system support a wide range of applications and devices, or is it limited to specific platforms and software? ===
The system's compatibility with different applications and devices would depend on the implementation and integration capabilities of the technology.


==Original Abstract Submitted==

at an electronic device, detecting a compatible external device, where the external device is executing or has executed a first application. the detection may be made wirelessly. the electronic device also receives usage information regarding the first application from the external device. display an affordance for user selection based on the received information. when the affordance is selected, launch a second application on the electronic device, the second application corresponding to the first application. in some examples, the second application is a different version of the first application. launching the second application may additionally include bringing the second application to the same state as the first application. for example, if e-mail is being drafted on the external device, the electronic device may launch an e-mail editor showing the draft. in this way, a user can seamlessly transition from the use of one electronic device to another electronic device.



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