18430034. ELECTRONIC DEVICE FOR SETTING OPERATING MODE OF INTERFACE ON BASIS OF PERFORMANCE INFORMATION ABOUT EXTERNAL ELECTRONIC DEVICE, AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE OPERATING METHOD simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)

ELECTRONIC DEVICE FOR SETTING OPERATING MODE OF INTERFACE ON BASIS OF PERFORMANCE INFORMATION ABOUT EXTERNAL ELECTRONIC DEVICE, AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE OPERATING METHOD

Organization Name

SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

Inventor(s)

Sungbin Min of Suwon-si (KR)

Hyunkee Min of Suwon-si (KR)

Taeyong Kim of Suwon-si (KR)

Chounjong Nam of Suwon-si (KR)

Changmok Yang of Suwon-si (KR)

Sunkee Lee of Suwon-si (KR)

Eonji Lee of Suwon-si (KR)

Mincheol Jeong of Suwon-si (KR)

Junyeop Jung of Suwon-si (KR)

Junsu Choi of Suwon-si (KR)

ELECTRONIC DEVICE FOR SETTING OPERATING MODE OF INTERFACE ON BASIS OF PERFORMANCE INFORMATION ABOUT EXTERNAL ELECTRONIC DEVICE, AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE OPERATING METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18430034 titled 'ELECTRONIC DEVICE FOR SETTING OPERATING MODE OF INTERFACE ON BASIS OF PERFORMANCE INFORMATION ABOUT EXTERNAL ELECTRONIC DEVICE, AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE OPERATING METHOD

The patent application describes an electronic device and operating method that involve short-range wireless communication capabilities.

• The electronic device includes a communication module with a communication circuit and at least one processor supporting short-range wireless communication.
• It also includes an application processor connected to the communication module through an interface with multiple operating modes.
• The processors can select an operating mode based on capability information received from an external electronic device and transmit data accordingly.

• • Key Features and Innovation:**
• Integration of a communication module and application processor for short-range wireless communication.
• Dynamic selection of operating modes based on external device capability information.
• Efficient data transmission between the electronic device and external devices.

• • Potential Applications:**

This technology can be used in various IoT devices, smart home systems, wearable technology, and other applications requiring short-range wireless communication.

• • Problems Solved:**
• Streamlining communication between electronic devices with varying capabilities.
• Enhancing data transmission efficiency in short-range wireless communication.

• • Benefits:**
• Improved compatibility between electronic devices.
• Enhanced user experience with seamless data transmission.
• Increased efficiency in short-range wireless communication.

• • Commercial Applications:**

This technology can be utilized in smart home automation systems, healthcare devices, industrial IoT applications, and consumer electronics for enhanced connectivity and data exchange.

• • Prior Art:**

Researchers can explore prior patents related to short-range wireless communication, device compatibility, and data transmission protocols to understand the existing technology landscape.

• • Frequently Updated Research:**

Stay updated on advancements in short-range wireless communication protocols, device interoperability standards, and emerging technologies in the IoT ecosystem.

• • Questions about Electronic Device Operating Method:**

1. How does the electronic device determine the operating mode based on external device capability information? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology in real-world applications?

Original Abstract Submitted

With respect to an electronic device and an electronic device operating method, according to various embodiments, the electronic device comprises: a communication module including a communication circuit and at least one processor, comprising processing circuitry, configured to support short-range wireless communication; and at least one application processor, comprising processing circuitry, electrically connected to the communication module through an interface supporting a plurality of operating modes, wherein at least one processor, individually and/or collectively, can be configured to: select one operating mode from among the plurality of operating modes based on capability information about the external electronic device, received from the external electronic device; and transmit data to the application processor through the selected operating mode and/or receive, through the selected interface, data transmitted by the application processor, and the capability information about the external electronic device can be configured to be received from the external electronic device before completion of the establishment of the short-range wireless communication.