Peer-to-Peer Multimedia Sharing via Distance-Based Device Selection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for sharing multimedia data from handheld electronic devices to larger display devices via wireless communication, such as WiFi or Bluetooth, require complex settings and different manufacturer-specific interfaces, making the process inconvenient for users.
Innovation Solution
An electronic device method and medium that scans for peer-to-peer connected sink devices, determines the closest device based on distance, derives a beacon to establish a connection, and transmits multimedia data without requiring users to input pin codes manually, simplifying the sharing process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional desktop sharing methods are used, then multimedia data can be transmitted to sink devices, but users must perform complicated settings including searching sink devices, selecting sink devices, inputting pin codes, and selecting output multimedia data
Solution Approach 1:
The electronic device automatically determines the target sink device based on distance measurement without requiring user intervention for device selection, pin code input, or connection establishment. The system performs self-service by autonomously completing the complex pairing process that traditionally required manual user actions.
Solution Approach 2:
The device performs preliminary actions by pre-calculating distances to available sink devices and pre-determining the target device before the user initiates sharing. This preliminary determination of the closest sink device eliminates the need for users to manually search and select devices during the sharing process.
2Productivity
If manual device selection and connection establishment is required, then users can choose specific sink devices, but the process becomes time-consuming and inconvenient
Solution Approach 1:
The system automatically performs device selection and connection establishment without requiring user actions for each step. The electronic device autonomously identifies the closest sink device, initiates connection, and transmits multimedia data, thereby eliminating time loss associated with manual device selection and pairing processes.
3Adaptability or versatility
If different manufacturer interfaces are provided for desktop sharing, then manufacturers can optimize their proprietary features, but users experience inconvenience and difficulty in utilization
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal distance-based selection mechanism that works across different manufacturer interfaces and sink devices. By using distance measurement as a common criterion for device selection, the system provides a unified approach that is compatible with various proprietary interfaces while maintaining ease of operation across different ecosystems.
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AI summary
A method for peer-to-peer multimedia data sharing suitable for an electronic device is provided. The method includes the following step: scanning at least one sink device having Peer-to-Peer connectivity; determining a candidate device from the at least one sink device according a distance between the electronic device and the at least one sink device; deriving a beacon from the candidate device; establishing a Peer-to-Peer connection with the candidate device according to the beacon; and transmitting multimedia data to the candidate device.