Apple Inc. (20240214734). CONTENT SHARING USING SOUND-BASED LOCATIONS OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES simplified abstract

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CONTENT SHARING USING SOUND-BASED LOCATIONS OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES

Organization Name

Apple Inc.

Inventor(s)

Ping Wen Ong of San Jose CA (US)

Ante Jukic of Culver City CA (US)

Troy D. Schultz of Los Gatos CA (US)

CONTENT SHARING USING SOUND-BASED LOCATIONS OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240214734 titled 'CONTENT SHARING USING SOUND-BASED LOCATIONS OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES

Simplified Explanation: The patent application relates to technology that determines the location of a device using sound output from the device. For example, one electronic device emits sound that is picked up by another device's microphone to pinpoint the emitting device's location.

Key Features and Innovation:

  • Utilizes sound output from one device to locate another device.
  • Involves receiving audio signals from speakers and processing them with microphones.
  • Enables precise determination of device location through sound analysis.

Potential Applications: This technology can be used in:

  • Asset tracking
  • Indoor navigation systems
  • Location-based services
  • Security systems

Problems Solved:

  • Improves accuracy in determining device location.
  • Enhances tracking capabilities in various applications.
  • Provides a non-invasive method for location detection.

Benefits:

  • Enhanced precision in locating devices.
  • Improved efficiency in asset tracking.
  • Increased security through accurate device positioning.

Commercial Applications: Title: Sound-Based Device Location Technology in Asset Tracking This technology can revolutionize industries such as:

  • Logistics and supply chain management
  • Smart home automation
  • Retail inventory management

Questions about Sound-Based Device Location Technology: 1. How does this technology compare to traditional GPS tracking systems? 2. What are the potential privacy concerns associated with using sound for device location tracking?

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in sound-based location tracking technology for the latest applications and improvements.


Original Abstract Submitted

aspects of the subject technology relate to determining a location of a device using sound that is output from the device. for example, an audio output from one or more speakers of an electronic device may be received at one or more microphones of another electronic device, and used by the other electronic device to determine the location of the electronic device.