Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240121153). COMMUNICATION APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 COMMUNICATION APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 COMMUNICATION APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
COMMUNICATION APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
ATSUSHI Minakawa of Kanagawa (JP)
COMMUNICATION APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240121153 titled 'COMMUNICATION APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM
Simplified Explanation
The communication apparatus described in the abstract is designed to share communication parameters for connecting to a wireless network with another communication apparatus using two different methods compliant with different standards. It includes processing units, a waiting unit, and a control unit to facilitate this sharing process.
- The apparatus includes a first processing unit that shares communication parameters according to the Wi-Fi Easy Connect® standard and a second processing unit that shares parameters according to a different standard.
- A waiting unit is present to receive authentication requests compliant with the Wi-Fi Easy Connect® standard and signals compliant with the other standard.
- The control unit ensures that the appropriate processing unit performs sharing processing based on the type of request or signal received.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in various communication devices such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, and IoT devices to simplify the process of connecting to wireless networks using different standards.
Problems Solved
1. Simplifying the process of connecting to wireless networks with different standards. 2. Ensuring seamless communication between devices using different connection methods.
Benefits
1. Enhanced user experience with simplified network connection processes. 2. Improved interoperability between devices with different communication standards.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Wireless Network Connection Sharing Technology for Communication Devices" could be utilized in the development of smart home devices, industrial IoT systems, and consumer electronics products to streamline network connectivity processes.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of dual-band routers that support multiple Wi-Fi standards to cater to devices with different connectivity requirements.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology impact battery life in communication devices?
The abstract does not provide information on the potential impact of this technology on the battery life of communication devices. It would be interesting to explore whether the sharing processing affects power consumption.
Can this technology be integrated into existing communication protocols seamlessly?
It is not clear from the abstract how easily this technology can be integrated into existing communication protocols. Understanding the compatibility and ease of integration with current systems would be beneficial for further implementation.
Original Abstract Submitted
a communication apparatus includes a first processing unit that performs sharing processing for sharing a communication parameter for connecting to a wireless network with another communication apparatus, according to a first method compliant with a wi-fi easy connect� standard, a second processing unit that performs sharing processing for sharing a communication parameter for connecting to a wireless network with the other communication apparatus, according to a second method compliant with another standard different from the wi-fi easy connect� standard, a waiting unit that waits to receive an authentication request compliant with the wi-fi easy connect� standard and that waits to receive a signal compliant with the other standard, upon receiving a predetermined operation, and a control unit that performs control so that the first processing unit performs sharing processing if the authentication request is received and the second processing unit performs sharing processing if the signal is received.
