18518284. USER INTERFACES FOR MANAGING LOCKS simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)

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USER INTERFACES FOR MANAGING LOCKS

Organization Name

Apple Inc.

Inventor(s)

Mischa K. Mclachlan of San Francisco CA (US)

Andrew S. Kim of Walnut Creek CA (US)

Matthew C. Sanders of Santa Clara CA (US)

Trevor W. Young of Livermore CA (US)

USER INTERFACES FOR MANAGING LOCKS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18518284 titled 'USER INTERFACES FOR MANAGING LOCKS

Simplified Explanation

The patent application relates to user interfaces for managing locks, including configuring lock accessory devices and displaying user interfaces for home automation systems.

  • Electronic device displays user interfaces for configuring lock accessory devices based on detected features.
  • Short-range communication user interface enables an express mode for the lock accessory device.
  • Pin user interface object enables a code for accessing the lock accessory device.
  • User interface displays statuses indicating access to multiple lock accessory devices in a home automation system.

Potential Applications

This technology can be applied in smart home systems, security systems, and access control systems.

Problems Solved

This technology simplifies the management of lock accessory devices and enhances user experience in accessing and configuring locks.

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include improved security, convenience in managing locks, and seamless integration with home automation systems.

Potential Commercial Applications

Enhancing User Interfaces for Lock Management in Smart Home Systems


Original Abstract Submitted

The present disclosure generally relates to user interfaces for managing locks. In some examples, an electronic device displays user interfaces for configuring a lock accessory device based on detected features of the lock accessory device, such as a short-range communication user interface for enabling an express mode of the lock accessory device and/or a pin user interface object for enabling a code for accessing the lock accessory device. In some examples, an electronic device displays a user interface corresponding to a respective user of a home automation system that includes statuses indicating whether the respective user has access to a plurality of lock accessory devices of the home automation system.