18124114. NEAR FIELD COMMUNICATION FOR PAIRING WEARABLE DEVICES simplified abstract (Snap Inc.)

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NEAR FIELD COMMUNICATION FOR PAIRING WEARABLE DEVICES

Organization Name

Snap Inc.

Inventor(s)

Dawei Zhang of Seattle WA (US)

Katie Lu of Santa Monica CA (US)

NEAR FIELD COMMUNICATION FOR PAIRING WEARABLE DEVICES - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18124114 titled 'NEAR FIELD COMMUNICATION FOR PAIRING WEARABLE DEVICES

The abstract describes a system that includes a user device with a near field communication (NFC) interface, a short-range wireless communication interface for local communication, processors, and storage medium with instructions for detecting NFC proximity, receiving pairing information, establishing communication with a wireless-enabled device, receiving location information, and determining the user device's location in the local physical space.

  • The system utilizes NFC technology to detect proximity between devices and establish communication.
  • Pairing information is exchanged between devices via the NFC interface.
  • Communication is established with a wireless-enabled device in the local physical space using short-range wireless communication.
  • Location information is received from the wireless-enabled device to determine the user device's location relative to reference points.
  • The system enables precise location tracking within a local physical space.

Potential Applications: - Indoor navigation systems - Asset tracking in warehouses or retail stores - Proximity-based marketing and advertising - Smart home automation systems - Location-based services in public spaces

Problems Solved: - Enhances user experience by providing accurate location information - Facilitates seamless communication between devices in close proximity - Enables efficient asset tracking and management

Benefits: - Improved user convenience and efficiency - Enhanced security through proximity-based communication - Enhanced personalized services based on location data - Streamlined operations in various industries

Commercial Applications: Title: "Enhancing Location-Based Services with NFC Technology" This technology can be utilized in retail, hospitality, logistics, and smart home industries to improve user experiences, streamline operations, and enhance security through precise location tracking and communication.

Questions about NFC Technology: 1. How does NFC technology differ from other wireless communication technologies like Bluetooth? NFC technology operates at shorter ranges and is primarily used for close-proximity communication, while Bluetooth has a longer range and is more versatile in terms of device compatibility and data transfer speeds.

2. What are the security implications of using NFC technology for communication and data transfer? NFC technology is considered secure for short-range communication due to its limited range, making it difficult for unauthorized users to intercept data. However, like any wireless technology, vulnerabilities exist, and proper security measures must be implemented to protect sensitive information.


Original Abstract Submitted

A system includes a user device having a near field communication (NFC) interface. The system also includes a short-range wireless communication interface configured to communicate with devices in a local physical space. The system also includes one or more processors and a non-transitory computer readable storage medium storing instructions for detecting, via the NFC interface, near field proximity between the user device and a NFC-enabled device, receiving pairing information from the NFC-enabled device via the NFC interface, processing the pairing information to establish communication between the system and a wireless-enabled device located in the local physical space via the short-range wireless communication interface, receiving location information from the wireless-enabled device via the short-range wireless communication interface, and determining a location of the user device in the local physical space, relative to at least one reference point, using the location information.

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