Multi-Device Wireless Network Switching via eSIM and IMEI
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Solution Overview
Problem
Switching wireless service providers for multiple devices is a cumbersome process requiring detailed information collection and can take several hours to complete, especially when transferring between different networks.
Innovation Solution
A system that enables efficient transition of multiple mobile devices by using an electronic subscriber identity module (eSIM) and International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) to facilitate network switching, allowing devices to send requests through applications or websites, and utilizing a uniform resource locator (URL) link for seamless network transitions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If manual information collection for each device is required, then service provider switching can be completed, but the process becomes arduous and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables self-service by allowing devices to automatically provide their own information (IMEI, eSIM details) through machine-readable formats. The first device can initiate the transfer process and automatically enroll additional devices without requiring manual information collection from the user for each device.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary system (service provider network) that automatically collects and processes device information. The system receives machine-readable information from devices and orchestrates the transfer process, eliminating the need for users to manually gather and submit detailed information for each device.
2Measurement precision
If detailed information about each device is collected manually, then accurate device identification is achieved, but the complexity of the process increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual mechanical information collection with automated electronic data exchange. Devices provide information in machine-readable formats (IMEI, eSIM identifiers) that are automatically processed by the system, eliminating the need for users to manually enter or collect detailed device information.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses copies of device identifiers (IMEI, eSIM numbers) that already exist in the network system. Instead of collecting detailed device specifications, the system works with standardized identifier copies that can be automatically exchanged and processed, simplifying the information collection process while maintaining identification accuracy.
3Reliability
If sequential processing of each device transfer is used, then each device can be properly enrolled, but the overall transfer process takes multiple hours
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by having devices provide their identification information in advance in machine-readable formats. The first device initiates the process and provides information about additional devices beforehand, allowing the system to prepare for批量 (batch) processing rather than sequential enrollment.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent enables continuous processing by allowing the system to handle multiple device enrollments in an automated workflow. Once the first device initiates the transfer, the system continuously processes additional devices using the provided machine-readable information, eliminating idle time between device enrollments and enabling parallel processing operations.
Data Source
AI summary
The disclosed system receives, from a first UE operating on the second network, a request to enable the first UE and a second UE to operate on the first network. The request includes an address associated with the second UE and a second phone number of the second UE. The system obtains a first unique identifier of the first UE and generates a second message including an invitation uniquely associated with the second phone number. The system sends the second message to the address associated with the second UE. Upon receiving the selection of the invitation, the system obtains from the second UE a second unique identifier of the second UE. Based on the first unique identifier and the second unique identifier, the system enables the first UE and the second UE to operate on the first network.