Cross-OS Data Sharing via Mediator and Dynamic Sub-Window Reconstruction
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing technologies face challenges in seamlessly sharing data between electronic devices running different operating systems, limiting interoperability and efficient data transfer.
Innovation Solution
An electronic device capable of connecting to an external device with a different operating system, utilizing a data sharing method that reconstructs the screen and organizes sub-windows based on the external device's display characteristics, allowing for seamless data transfer and sharing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If data sharing is implemented between devices with different operating systems, then interoperability is improved, but compatibility issues and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a mediator mechanism that translates between different operating system protocols. The system includes a first protocol handler for the mobile device's OS and a second protocol handler for the external device's OS, with a mediator that facilitates communication between these handlers, enabling data sharing without requiring direct compatibility between the two different operating systems
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the data transmission parameters by converting data into a standardized format that can be understood by both operating systems. The mediator adjusts parameters such as data encoding, transmission protocols, and communication protocols to ensure compatible data exchange between devices with different operating systems
2Adaptability or versatility
If screen reconstruction is performed for external device display, then display compatibility is improved, but processing time and resource consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary actions by pre-configuring display parameters and pre-processing screen content before actual display transmission. The system pre-adjusts resolution, orientation, and layout parameters based on the external device's capabilities, so that when screen reconstruction is needed, the processing time is minimized because the foundation is already prepared
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements dynamic screen reconstruction that adapts to the external device's display characteristics in real-time. The system dynamically adjusts the screen output based on detected display properties such as resolution, aspect ratio, and refresh rate, allowing efficient resource utilization by only performing necessary reconstruction operations when and where needed
3Productivity
If sub-windows are organized based on external device characteristics, then data transfer efficiency is improved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the screen display into multiple sub-windows or display regions that can be independently managed and optimized for different external devices. Each sub-window can be configured with specific parameters suitable for the target device, allowing efficient data transfer to different display regions without requiring complete system reconfiguration
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a universal window management system that can handle multiple device types and display characteristics through a single integrated framework. The window manager uses universal protocols and standardized interfaces that work across different operating systems and device types, reducing overall system complexity while maintaining high data transfer efficiency
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AI summary
An electronic device and a data sharing method of the electronic device are provided. The electronic device includes a touch screen display, an input/output interface connected to an external device, a memory, and at least one processor electrically connected to the touch screen display, the input/output interface, and the memory. The at least one processor is configured to output a screen associated with the electronic device within a window displayed in a first region of a display of the external device based on the electronic device being connected through the input/output interface to the external device using an operating system different from an operating system of the electronic device, to a sub-window corresponding to at least one application stored in the electronic device within the window, determine a target application based on the input based on an input to the sub-window being applied from the external device, set data reception path information based on a feature of the target application to transmit the set data reception path information to the external device, and receive data corresponding to the input from the external device based on the data reception path information. Other various embodiments as understood from the specification are also possible.