Remote Headset Configuration via Web Server Interface
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Solution Overview
Problem
Mobile communication devices, such as headsets, have limited user interfaces due to space constraints and ease of use, restricting user ability to modify settings and forcing manufacturers to make certain features fixed.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus for remote configuration of wireless mobile communication devices, allowing users to modify settings through a client device with a web-based interface, enabling users to view and change settings such as user interface button functionality and passkey via a server application using TCP/IP protocols and web pages.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the user interface on the headset is expanded to allow users to modify settings, then user customization capability is improved, but device complexity and space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a computer as an intermediary device that hosts a web server providing a graphical user interface for headset configuration. This external mediator handles the complexity of setting modification, allowing the headset to maintain its simple form factor while users gain full customization capability through the computer-based interface.
2Ease of operation
If more user interface elements are added to the headset, then user ability to modify settings is improved, but ease of use deteriorates due to increased complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the user interface functionality by separating the configuration interface from the headset device itself. The graphical user interface runs on the user's computer rather than being integrated into the headset, allowing complex setting modifications without adding physical complexity to the headset's user interface.
Solution Approach 2:
The computer acts as an intermediary that provides the complex graphical user interface for setting modification. This external mediator handles all UI complexity, allowing the headset to remain simple while users can easily modify settings through the computer-based interface with visual feedback and organized controls.
3Ease of operation
If the headset maintains a minimal user interface for simplicity, then ease of use is improved, but user ability to modify settings deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses the user's computer as an intermediary device that provides comprehensive setting modification capabilities. The headset maintains its minimal interface for simplicity, while the computer-based web server delivers full customization functionality, effectively bridging the gap between simplicity and adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent leverages the user's existing computer as a multi-functional platform that serves both as a configuration tool and as the interface for headset control. This universal device handles all complex interactions, allowing the headset to remain simple while providing access to extensive customization options through the computer's display and input capabilities.
Data Source
AI summary
Systems and methods for modifying mobile communication device settings are disclosed. The method generally includes providing a server at the headset, transmitting headset settings from the server to a client device, receiving modified settings, and implementing the modified settings.