NFC Pairing for Mobile Data Transfer
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for transferring data between mobile terminals using Near Field Communication (NFC) are not intuitive and require user interaction for pairing and confirmation, which can be cumbersome.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus that utilize NFC for pairing and transferring data between mobile terminals, allowing for automatic communication, data selection, and confirmation of transfer through a user-friendly interface, enabling seamless data sharing across multiple devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If Bluetooth pairing is used to transfer data between mobile terminals, then data transfer capability is achieved, but user interaction complexity increases due to manual pairing confirmation and file transfer acceptance steps
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables automatic pairing between mobile terminals using NFC technology. When two terminals are brought into proximity, they automatically exchange pairing information and establish connection without requiring users to manually confirm pairing or accept file transfer requests, making the system serve itself by autonomously completing the pairing process
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary pairing actions through NFC before the actual data transfer. The pairing information is exchanged and connection is established in advance, so when data transfer is initiated, the terminals are already paired and ready, eliminating the need for real-time user confirmation during the transfer process
2Adaptability or versatility
If Android Beam is used for proximity-based data transfer, then data sharing is enabled, but both terminals must be configured for NFC which limits device compatibility
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses NFC as a universal pairing mechanism that can work across different device types and configurations. The NFC pairing establishes a connection that enables subsequent data transfer through various communication protocols, making the system adaptable to different device capabilities while maintaining ease of operation through the standardized NFC interface
Data Source
AI summary
An apparatus and method for transferring data from a first mobile terminal to a second mobile terminal are provided. The method includes pairing the first mobile terminal and the second mobile terminal using Near Field Communication (NFC), selecting at least one item on the first mobile terminal to be transferred to the second mobile terminal, and confirming transfer of the at least one item to the second mobile terminal, and transferring the at least one item from the first mobile terminal to the second mobile terminal.