Terrestrial and Non-Terrestrial Communication Interface Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing communication user interfaces on electronic devices are cumbersome and inefficient, requiring multiple key presses and wasting user time and device energy, particularly in battery-operated devices.
Innovation Solution
Implement methods and interfaces that dynamically switch between terrestrial and non-terrestrial wireless communication networks based on availability, and adapt user interface options based on network conditions, reducing the need for complex interactions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If existing communication user interface techniques are used, then communication functionality is provided, but the interface becomes complex and time-consuming requiring multiple key presses
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by automatically detecting network availability status before the user needs to communicate. The interface proactively determines whether terrestrial or non-terrestrial networks are reachable and prepares the appropriate communication path in advance, eliminating the need for users to manually navigate through multiple menu options and key presses.
2Use of energy by moving object
If existing communication user interface techniques are used, then communication functionality is provided, but device energy is wasted
Solution Approach 1:
The system serves itself by automatically monitoring network conditions and selecting the appropriate communication interface (terrestrial or non-terrestrial) without requiring user intervention. The device self-manages the complexity of network selection and interface switching, reducing both energy consumption from unnecessary processing and user time spent on manual configuration.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a selectable communication option for non-terrestrial networks is always displayed, then users can access alternative networks, but the interface becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The user interface dynamically adapts its complexity based on current network conditions. When terrestrial networks are available, the interface presents a simple, streamlined option. When terrestrial networks are unavailable, the interface automatically reveals alternative non-terrestrial communication options. This dynamic behavior maintains versatility while avoiding unnecessary complexity in normal operating conditions.
4Ease of operation
If manual network selection is required, then users have control over communication methods, but cognitive burden increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements feedback by continuously monitoring network availability and automatically adjusting the presented communication options based on current conditions. This feedback loop eliminates the need for users to cognitively evaluate multiple network options, as the system has already performed this analysis and presented only the relevant, available communication methods.
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure generally relates to methods and user interfaces for establishing communications. In response to detecting user input corresponding to a request to initiate a communication via a computer system, the computer system displays a first user interface. When a terrestrial wireless communication network is not reachable by the computer system, the first user interface includes a respective selectable communication option that, when selected via one or more input devices, initiates a process for communicating via a non-terrestrial communication network. When a respective terrestrial communication network is reachable by the computer system, the computer system initiates a process for communication via the respective terrestrial communication network without displaying the respective selectable communication option on the first user interface.