Small form factor wireless communication device and method

Abstract

Disclosed herein is a small form factor device for selectively communicating an authorisation signal. The small form factor device comprises a processor configured to process force signals received from a force sensor to determine the occurrence of an authorisation gesture. If an authorisation gesture is determined to have occurred and light is detected by a light sensor of the device, the processor further causes a wireless communications module of the device to transmit an authorisation signal.

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technical field [0001] The present disclosure relates to small form factor wireless communication devices and methods for use in security and / or authorization applications. Background technique [0002] Two often conflicting concerns in today's society are security and convenience. [0003] People are increasingly looking for ways to improve security aspects such as protecting physical property, protecting personal data, protecting electronic transactions / communications, and even protecting their identities. [0004] At the same time, however, people are increasingly looking for convenience. In summary, people generally don't want to carry additional bulky items, remember passwords or (often) even have to enter passwords, despite the fact that these things add security. [0005] Electronic devices can be used to increase safety and convenience, but in response to the general distaste for people having to carry additional items, such devices must be small. However, small d...

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However, small devices carry small batteries that drain quickly and / or require relatively frequent recharging, both of which work against end-user convenience

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