State management method of intelligent ring system

By monitoring the power, stable connection status and intelligent firmware updates in real time, combined with optimized data interaction and intuitive interface, the problem of inaccurate power management and unvisible connection status of smart ring devices is solved, and user management convenience and device intelligence are improved.

CN120448212APending Publication Date: 2025-08-08SHENZHEN PENGBO MICROELECTRONICS CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202510420144.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-04-03
Publication Date
2025-08-08

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Technical Problem

The existing smart ring equipment has inaccurate power management, unvisible connection status and complex software upgrade management, which may cause users to suddenly run out of power, unable to connect or upgrade during use.

Method used

By monitoring power in real time, stable connection status, intelligent firmware updates and optimized data interaction methods, low-power reminders, automatic reconnection, connection history, firmware version query and upgrade notification are provided, combining an intuitive user interface and personalized settings to improve user management convenience.

Benefits of technology

The availability and intelligence of smart ring devices have been improved, so that users can manage the devices more conveniently, improving the intelligence and user experience of the devices.

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Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of wearable intelligent equipment, and discloses a state management method of an intelligent ring system, which comprises the following steps: S1, electric quantity management: monitoring and displaying the electric quantity information of a ring in real time, and providing low electric quantity reminding and charging suggestions; s2, connection state management: monitoring and managing the connection state between the ring and the mobile terminal, and providing automatic reconnection and historical connection records; s3, software version management: inquiring, comparing and upgrading the firmware version of the ring; and S4, data interaction and user interface management: displaying the electric quantity information, the connection state and the firmware version data of the ring. According to the invention, the usability and the intelligent degree of the intelligent ring equipment are improved; through a data interaction mode of real-time electric quantity monitoring, stable connection state, intelligent firmware updating and optimization, a user can more conveniently manage the intelligent ring equipment, so that the intelligent degree of the equipment and the user experience are improved.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of wearable smart devices, and in particular to a state management method for a smart ring system. Background Art

[0002] Wearable smart devices are portable smart devices that can be worn directly on the human body or integrated into clothing or accessories. These devices utilize sensors, wireless communications, integrated chips, multimedia, and other technologies to enable user information interaction, health monitoring, activity tracking, smart communication, and entertainment.

[0003] After searching, patent application number CN202411294569.3 discloses a method, system, and application for managing the device status of a smart ring. The method includes: starting a status manager; starting a scan, monitoring the scan results through the status manager, and starting the device addition logic and device connection logic; when obtaining the device information of the smart ring, analyzing whether the smart ring has been bound to the main program: if it has been bound, terminating the device addition logic, triggering the connection service through the status manager, and completing the device connection of the smart ring; when starting the data synchronization logic, the status manager completes data synchronization involving multiple data types between the smart ring and the main program based on the status waiting mechanism. This application introduces the status waiting mechanism and the status manager, optimizes the status judgment logic during the smart ring connection process, improves the device connection stability and data synchronization reliability, and avoids data synchronization anomalies of the smart ring when the system is unstable.

[0004] Existing smart ring devices have numerous shortcomings in state management, such as inaccurate power management, lack of connection status visualization, and complex software upgrade management. These issues can lead to users experiencing unexpected battery drain, device disconnection, or upgrade failures during use. Therefore, a state management method for smart ring systems is needed. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of the present invention is to provide a state management method for a smart ring system, which improves the usability and intelligence of the smart ring device; through real-time monitoring of power, stable connection status, intelligent firmware updates and optimized data interaction methods, users can more conveniently manage the smart ring device, thereby improving the intelligence of the device and user experience, so as to solve the problems raised in the above background technology.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a state management method for a smart ring system, comprising the following steps:

[0007] S1. Power Management: Responsible for real-time monitoring and display of the ring's power information, providing low-battery reminders and charging suggestions;

[0008] S2. Connection Status Management: Responsible for monitoring and managing the connection status between the ring and the mobile device, providing automatic reconnection and connection history;

[0009] S3, Software Version Management: Responsible for querying, comparing and upgrading the ring's firmware version;

[0010] S4. Data interaction and user interface management: used to display the ring's power information, connection status, and firmware version data, provide an entry point for users to interact with the ring system, and optimize user operation processes.

[0011] Preferably, in step S1, power management includes the following process:

[0012] S11, establishing a communication connection;

[0013] S12, obtaining power information;

[0014] S13, real-time display of power;

[0015] S14, low battery reminder;

[0016] S15. Provide charging suggestions.

[0017] Preferably, in step S2, the connection state management includes the following process:

[0018] S21, monitoring connection status;

[0019] S22, when the ring connection is lost, it will automatically reconnect;

[0020] S23, displaying the connection status;

[0021] S24. Manage multiple ring devices separately.

[0022] Preferably, in step S3, software version management includes the following process:

[0023] S31. Query the ring firmware version;

[0024] S32, version comparison and upgrade notification;

[0025] S33, firmware upgrade;

[0026] S34. If the upgrade is successful, an upgrade completion notification is sent. If the upgrade fails, a fault recovery mechanism is provided.

[0027] Preferably, in step S4, data interaction and user interface management include the following process:

[0028] S41, displaying status information of the ring and the charging compartment;

[0029] S42. Use charts and color coding to enhance visualization;

[0030] S43, historical data analysis;

[0031] S44, Personalized settings;

[0032] S45. Voice broadcast.

[0033] Preferably, in step S11, the ring establishes a connection with the mobile APP via wireless communication to ensure smooth real-time communication;

[0034] In step S12, the mobile app periodically obtains power information from the ring and the ring's charging compartment through a communication protocol;

[0035] In step S13, the current power levels of the ring and the charging case are displayed in real time on the mobile app interface, making it easy for the user to check at any time.

[0036] In step S14, when the power level of the ring or charging station is lower than the set threshold, the mobile app sends a low-battery reminder;

[0037] In step S15, the mobile APP provides charging suggestions based on the power information to prevent the ring or charging case from running out of power and becoming unusable.

[0038] Preferably, in step S21, the mobile APP continuously monitors the connection status between the ring and the mobile device to ensure stable data transmission;

[0039] In step S22, when the ring connection is lost, the mobile app automatically reconnects to the ring. During the reconnection process, the mobile app displays that the ring is connecting and reminds the user through vibration, sound or notification;

[0040] In step S23, the mobile APP interface displays the current connection status in real time, including connected and disconnected;

[0041] In step S24, the ring supports users to view and manage the connection status of multiple rings in the mobile APP, and allows users to personalize each ring. Personalized settings include ring naming and low battery reminder thresholds for the ring or charging case.

[0042] Preferably, in step S31, the mobile APP queries the firmware version of the ring through the communication protocol;

[0043] In step S32, the mobile app compares the queried fixed version with the latest version on the server. If the latest version is detected, an upgrade notification is pushed to the user and an update log is provided;

[0044] In step S33, after the user agrees to the upgrade, the mobile app completes the ring firmware update through the OTA upgrade mechanism and displays the upgrade progress during the upgrade process;

[0045] In step S34, after the ring firmware is successfully upgraded, the mobile APP notifies the user of the upgrade success and briefly introduces the new features or improvements of the new version; if the firmware upgrade fails, the mobile APP provides a fault recovery mechanism, which includes attempting to re-upgrade or roll back to the old version to prevent the ring from becoming unusable due to firmware problems.

[0046] Preferably, in step S41, an intuitive UI interface is provided on the mobile APP, and the status information includes battery level, connection status, and firmware version;

[0047] In step S42, the user is facilitated to quickly understand the status of the ring by enhancing the visual effects, including: green light indicates sufficient power, red indicates low power or disconnection;

[0048] In step S43, the mobile app provides power usage records, firmware update data, and connection stability parameters for users to optimize their usage habits;

[0049] In step S44, through personalized settings, users are supported to customize the interface style, which includes the main body color and font size;

[0050] In step S45, the mobile APP adds a voice broadcast function, and the user queries the ring status through voice commands.

[0051] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0052] The present invention improves the usability and intelligence of smart ring devices; through real-time monitoring of power, stable connection status, intelligent firmware updates and optimized data interaction methods, users can more conveniently manage smart ring devices, thereby improving the intelligence of the device and user experience. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0053] Figure 1 It is a flowchart of the present invention;

[0054] Figure 2 This is a flowchart of the power management process of the present invention;

[0055] Figure 3 A flowchart of the connection state management of the present invention;

[0056] Figure 4 A flowchart of software version management according to the present invention;

[0057] Figure 5This is a flowchart of the data interaction and user interface management of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0058] The following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0059] See also Figure 1-5 The present invention provides a technical solution: a state management method for a smart ring system, comprising the following steps:

[0060] S1. Power Management: Responsible for real-time monitoring and display of the ring's power information, providing low-battery reminders and charging suggestions;

[0061] In step S1, power management includes the following process:

[0062] S11. Establishing a communication connection; the ring and the mobile app establish a connection via wireless communication to ensure smooth real-time communication; the wireless communication method includes Bluetooth connection, and optionally, BLE protocol or other low-power communication protocols to optimize power usage.

[0063] S12. Obtaining power information: The mobile APP periodically obtains power information from the ring and the ring's charging case through a communication protocol; the power information includes the current power percentage, the estimated remaining usage time, etc.

[0064] S13. Real-time display of power level: The mobile app interface displays the current power level of the ring and charging case in real time, allowing users to check at any time. It also provides a power trend chart to show historical power level changes and help users arrange charging plans reasonably.

[0065] S14. Low battery reminder: When the power level of the ring or charging case is lower than the set threshold (e.g., the power level is lower than 20%), the mobile app sends a low battery reminder. The reminder method may include pop-up notification, sound prompt or vibration reminder to ensure that the user notices it in time, and allows the user to customize the power reminder threshold to meet the usage needs of different users.

[0066] S15. Provide charging suggestions: The mobile APP provides charging suggestions based on the power information to avoid the ring or charging case being unable to be used due to depletion of power.

[0067] This process enables precise management of the power of the smart ring and charging case, preventing the devices from becoming unusable due to power depletion.

[0068] S2. Connection Status Management: Responsible for monitoring and managing the connection status between the ring and the mobile device, providing automatic reconnection and connection history;

[0069] In step S2, connection state management includes the following process:

[0070] S21. Monitor the connection status: The mobile app continuously monitors the connection status between the ring and the mobile device to ensure stable data transmission.

[0071] S22. Automatically reconnect the ring when it is lost. When the ring is lost, the mobile app automatically reconnects to the ring. During the reconnection process, the mobile app displays that the ring is connecting and alerts the user through vibration, sound, or notification.

[0072] S23. Display the connection status. The mobile APP interface displays the current connection status in real time, including connected and disconnected. It also provides historical connection records to facilitate users to view past connection status.

[0073] S24. Manage multiple ring devices separately. The ring allows users to view and manage the connection status of multiple rings in the mobile app and allows users to personalize each ring. Personalization settings include ring naming and low battery reminder thresholds for the ring or charging case.

[0074] It also includes stability analysis of the ring connection and provides a connection stability analysis report to help users troubleshoot device disconnection issues and improve system stability.

[0075] This process provides real-time feedback on the connection status, reduces the inconvenience caused by disconnection, and provides automatic reconnection function.

[0076] S3, Software Version Management: Responsible for querying, comparing and upgrading the ring's firmware version;

[0077] In step S3, software version management includes the following process:

[0078] S31. Query the ring firmware version; the mobile app queries the ring firmware version through the communication protocol;

[0079] S32. Version comparison and upgrade notification: The mobile app compares the queried fixed version with the latest version on the server. If the latest version is detected, an upgrade notification is pushed to the user and an update log is provided.

[0080] S33, firmware upgrade: After the user agrees to the upgrade, the mobile app completes the ring's firmware update through the OTA upgrade mechanism and displays the upgrade progress during the upgrade process;

[0081] S34. If the upgrade is successful, an upgrade completion notification is sent. If the upgrade fails, a fault recovery mechanism is provided. After the ring firmware upgrade is successful, the mobile app notifies the user of the upgrade success and introduces the new features or improvements of the new version. If the firmware upgrade fails, the mobile app provides a fault recovery mechanism, which includes retrying the upgrade or rolling back to the previous version to prevent the ring from becoming unusable due to firmware issues.

[0082] This process supports OTA firmware updates, optimizes device functions, improves user experience, and provides a fault recovery mechanism.

[0083] S4. Data interaction and user interface management: used to display the ring's power information, connection status, and firmware version data, provide an entry point for users to interact with the ring system, and optimize user operation processes.

[0084] In step S4, data interaction and user interface management include the following processes:

[0085] S41, displays the status information of the ring and charging case; the mobile app provides an intuitive UI interface, and the status information includes battery level, connection status, and firmware version;

[0086] S42. Enhanced visualization using charts and color codes. This enhanced visualization allows users to quickly understand the ring status. Visualizations include: a green light indicates sufficient battery life, and a red light indicates low battery or disconnection.

[0087] S43. Historical data analysis: The mobile app provides power usage records, firmware update data, and connection stability parameters for users to optimize their usage habits. During historical data analysis, the mobile app displays the ring's daily power consumption, or the frequency and reasons for disconnection.

[0088] S44, Personalized settings: Through personalized settings, users can customize the interface style, including the main color and font size;

[0089] S45. Voice notifications. The mobile app adds a voice notification feature, allowing users to query the ring status through voice commands. For example, users can set the types of notifications they are interested in (receive only low battery alerts or connection status change notifications).

[0090] This process provides intuitive data display through the APP, allowing users to easily understand the device status and supports personalized settings and voice broadcasts.

[0091] While embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions, and variations may be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, and that the scope of the invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A state management method for a smart ring system, characterized in that: The following steps are involved: S1. Power Management: Responsible for real-time monitoring and display of the ring's power information, providing low-battery reminders and charging suggestions; S2. Connection Status Management: Responsible for monitoring and managing the connection status between the ring and the mobile terminal, providing automatic reconnection and connection history; S3, Software Version Management: Responsible for querying, comparing and upgrading the ring's firmware version; S4. Data interaction and user interface management: used to display the ring's power information, connection status, and firmware version data, provide an entry point for users to interact with the ring system, and optimize user operation processes.

2. The state management method of a smart ring system according to claim 1, characterized in that: In step S1, power management includes the following process: S11, establishing a communication connection; S12, obtaining power information; S13, real-time display of power; S14, low battery reminder; S15. Provide charging suggestions.

3. The state management method of a smart ring system according to claim 1, characterized in that: In step S2, connection state management includes the following process: S21, monitoring connection status; S22, when the ring connection is lost, it will automatically reconnect; S23, displaying the connection status; S24. Manage multiple ring devices separately.

4. The state management method of a smart ring system according to claim 1, characterized in that: In step S3, software version management includes the following process: S31. Query the ring firmware version; S32, version comparison and upgrade notification; S33, firmware upgrade; S34. If the upgrade is successful, an upgrade completion notification is sent. If the upgrade fails, a fault recovery mechanism is provided.

5. The state management method of a smart ring system according to claim 1, characterized in that: In step S4, data interaction and user interface management include the following processes: S41, displaying status information of the ring and the charging compartment; S42. Use charts and color coding to enhance visualization; S43, historical data analysis; S44, Personalized settings; S45. Voice broadcast.

6. The state management method of a smart ring system according to claim 2, characterized in that: In step S11, the ring establishes a connection with the mobile app via wireless communication to ensure smooth real-time communication; In step S12, the mobile app periodically obtains power information from the ring and the ring's charging compartment through a communication protocol; In step S13, the current power levels of the ring and the charging case are displayed in real time on the mobile app interface, making it easy for the user to check at any time. In step S14, when the power level of the ring or charging station is lower than the set threshold, the mobile app sends a low-battery reminder; In step S15, the mobile APP provides charging suggestions based on the power information to prevent the ring or charging case from running out of power and becoming unusable.

7. The state management method of a smart ring system according to claim 3, characterized in that: In step S21, the mobile app continuously monitors the connection status between the ring and the mobile device to ensure stable data transmission; In step S22, when the ring connection is lost, the mobile app automatically reconnects to the ring. During the reconnection process, the mobile app displays that the ring is connecting and reminds the user through vibration, sound or notification; In step S23, the mobile APP interface displays the current connection status in real time, including connected and disconnected; In step S24, the ring supports users to view and manage the connection status of multiple rings in the mobile APP, and allows users to personalize each ring. Personalized settings include ring naming and low battery reminder thresholds for the ring or charging case.

8. The state management method of a smart ring system according to claim 4, characterized in that: In step S31, the mobile app queries the ring's firmware version through the communication protocol; In step S32, the mobile app compares the queried fixed version with the latest version on the server. If the latest version is detected, an upgrade notification is pushed to the user and an update log is provided; In step S33, after the user agrees to the upgrade, the mobile app completes the ring firmware update through the OTA upgrade mechanism and displays the upgrade progress during the upgrade process; In step S34, after the ring firmware is successfully upgraded, the mobile APP notifies the user of the upgrade success and briefly introduces the new features or improvements of the new version; if the firmware upgrade fails, the mobile APP provides a fault recovery mechanism, which includes attempting to re-upgrade or roll back to the old version to prevent the ring from becoming unusable due to firmware problems.

9. The state management method of a smart ring system according to claim 5, characterized in that: In step S41, an intuitive UI interface is provided on the mobile APP, and status information includes battery level, connection status, and firmware version; In step S42, the user is facilitated to quickly understand the status of the ring by enhancing the visual effects, including: green light indicates sufficient power, red indicates low power or disconnection; In step S43, the mobile app provides power usage records, firmware update data, and connection stability parameters for users to optimize their usage habits; In step S44, through personalized settings, users are supported to customize the interface style, which includes the main body color and font size; In step S45, the mobile APP adds a voice broadcast function, and the user queries the ring status through voice commands.

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