Ephemeral App Installation on Wearables via Dynamic Precondition Triggers
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Solution Overview
Problem
Mobile devices, especially wearable devices, face challenges with limited storage and battery life, and the process of downloading applications is tedious and resource-intensive, often requiring sensitive information and unnecessary data downloads.
Innovation Solution
Implementing a system that temporarily installs data on wearable devices only when specific operation-use preconditions are met, such as location or biometric authentication, enabling ephemeral smartwatch experiences and automatically uninstalling when these preconditions are no longer satisfied, thereby optimizing resource usage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If applications are downloaded and installed on wearable devices, then functionality and user experience are improved, but storage space and battery life are consumed
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic application installation where apps are temporarily installed on the wearable device only when specific preconditions are met (such as location-based triggers or biometric authentication). The installed applications are automatically removed when no longer needed, making the storage capacity dynamic rather than static. This resolves the contradiction by providing functionality only when required while minimizing storage consumption.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary actions by pre-configuring installation criteria and pre-fetching application data when preconditions are anticipated to be met. Applications are prepared for installation in advance based on predicted user needs, allowing rapid deployment when actual usage conditions are satisfied without permanent storage commitment.
2Adaptability or versatility
If applications are downloaded and installed on wearable devices, then functionality is improved, but battery life is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent makes battery consumption dynamic by temporarily installing applications only when specific preconditions are satisfied. Applications that consume battery resources are present on the device only during periods when their functionality is actually needed, automatically uninstalling themselves when no longer required. This resolves the contradiction between providing functionality and preserving battery life by aligning resource consumption with actual usage patterns.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements periodic installation and uninstallation of applications based on recurring preconditions such as daily routines, scheduled events, or repeated location visits. Applications are installed periodically when conditions are met and removed when conditions are no longer satisfied, creating a rhythm of resource consumption that matches user behavior patterns and minimizes overall battery drain.
3Ease of manufacture
If traditional application download processes are used, then applications can be installed, but the process is tedious and time-consuming requiring sensitive information
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary actions by pre-configuring installation triggers and pre-establishing authentication mechanisms before actual application installation is needed. When preconditions are met, the system automatically initiates installation without requiring users to go through traditional download workflows. Application data may be pre-fetched or staged for rapid installation, significantly reducing the time and effort required compared to conventional download processes.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements self-service by enabling applications to automatically install and uninstall themselves based on predefined preconditions without requiring user intervention. The installation process is autonomous, triggered automatically when conditions are satisfied, and removes the need for users to manually download, authenticate, and manage application installations, thereby eliminating time loss and sensitive information exposure.
4Ease of manufacture
If traditional application download processes are used, then applications can be installed, but user security is compromised due to exposure of sensitive information
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements self-service installation where applications automatically install and uninstall based on predefined preconditions without requiring user authentication or interaction. This autonomous process eliminates the need for users to expose sensitive information such as passwords or personal data during the installation process, thereby maintaining security while preserving ease of installation.
Solution Approach 2:
The system introduces an intermediary layer of preconfigured installation criteria and automated decision-making logic that mediates between the user and the application installation process. Instead of users directly exposing sensitive information to application stores or developers, the intermediary system evaluates preconditions and automatically manages installation, protecting user security while maintaining installation functionality.
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AI summary
Systems and methods are provided for temporarily enabling use of an operation for access at a wrist-wearable device (e.g., a smart watch). A method includes installing, on a wrist-wearable device worn by a user, data to enable use of an operation on the wrist-wearable device only while an operation-use precondition is present, where the operation-use precondition is specifically associated with the operation. The method further includes, while the operation-use precondition is present, enabling use of the operation on the wrist-wearable device. And the method further includes, in accordance with determining that the operation-use precondition is no longer present, removing at least some of the data from the wrist-wearable device to make the operation unavailable on the wrist-wearable device.