Communication Line Selection in Mobile Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current mobile devices lack an efficient method for automatically selecting the appropriate communication line for outgoing calls, leading to inconvenience and potential errors in line selection, as users must manually navigate menus to choose between multiple lines.
Innovation Solution
A method and mobile device implementation that monitors call initiation and determines a priority ranking for each communication line based on factors such as last use, association with the target recipient, frequency of use, message addresses, time of day, appointment records, and default settings, automatically selecting the most appropriate line for the call.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If manual line selection through menu navigation is implemented, then users can select from multiple communication lines, but user effort and time consumption increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The system automatically determines and selects the appropriate communication line based on pre-configured associations between contact groups and lines, eliminating the need for manual user selection. The device serves itself by autonomously making the line selection decision based on stored preferences and current call context.
Solution Approach 2:
Users pre-configure their line selection preferences by associating contact groups with specific communication lines in advance. This preliminary configuration allows the system to automatically make informed decisions during actual call scenarios without requiring real-time user input.
2Adaptability or versatility
If manual line selection is required, then multiple communication lines can be utilized, but errors in line selection occur due to user forgetfulness or mistakes
Solution Approach 1:
The system autonomously determines the correct communication line by referencing pre-configured associations between contact groups and lines, eliminating human error in the selection process. The device independently makes the decision based on stored preferences and current call context.
Solution Approach 2:
The system provides visual feedback by displaying the selected communication line information on the screen before the call is established, allowing users to verify the selection is correct. This feedback mechanism prevents errors by making the automated decision transparent and checkable.
3Measurement precision
If automatic line selection based on multiple factors is implemented, then line selection accuracy improves, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system evaluates multiple line selection factors (contact group association, frequency of use, time of day, etc.) but applies different weights and priorities to each factor based on the specific situation. Not all factors are equally important in every scenario, allowing precise selection without requiring equally complex processing for all possible factors.
Solution Approach 2:
The line selection logic is divided into discrete, manageable factors such as contact group association, usage frequency, time-based preferences, and default settings. Each factor can be independently configured and evaluated, making the overall complex system easier to manage and troubleshoot.
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AI summary
Embodiments of an apparatus and methods for selecting a communication line from two or more lines on a communication device are described herein. The communication device comprises a display module, an input module, a line selection module, and a communication module for making a call over a network to a target recipient. In at least one broad aspect, priority rankings are determined based on a number of factors and selection of a communication line accessible at the communication device on which an outgoing call may be placed is made based on the priority rankings. A list of communication lines ordered by priority rankings may also be displayed.