Smart Remote Controller with Integrated Bluetooth Speakerphone
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Solution Overview
Problem
Mobile devices' battery life is reduced due to frequent undocking when receiving calls, leading to increased charging needs and reduced longevity, and existing universal remotes do not offer comprehensive functionality like making calls or streaming music.
Innovation Solution
A smart remote controller system that can receive phone calls and stream music via Bluetooth, featuring a banana-shaped design with speakers, a microphone, and a docking station for charging, allowing users to control TV and other devices while their mobile device is charging.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If users undock mobile devices to receive calls, then call functionality is improved, but battery life is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a remote controller as an intermediary device that receives calls from the mobile device via Bluetooth. The remote controller has its own speaker and microphone, allowing users to answer calls without removing the mobile device from the docking station, thus preserving battery life while maintaining call functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent separates the call handling function from the mobile device by implementing it in the remote controller. The mobile device remains docked for charging while the remote controller independently manages call reception, speaker output, and microphone input through Bluetooth connection.
2Ease of operation
If users undock mobile devices to stream music, then music playback is improved, but battery life is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The remote controller acts as an intermediary for music streaming, receiving audio data from the mobile device via Bluetooth and playing it through its own speaker system. This allows music playback without requiring the mobile device to be undocked, preserving battery charge.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent separates the music playback function from the mobile device by implementing audio output in the remote controller. The mobile device remains docked while the remote controller independently handles music streaming and playback through its speaker system.
3Adaptability or versatility
If universal remote is used for multiple functions, then versatility is improved, but device complexity is increased
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal remote controller that can perform multiple functions: traditional remote control operations, Bluetooth call reception with speakerphone, music streaming, and docking station integration. This consolidates multiple device functions into a single remote controller, improving versatility without significantly increasing perceived complexity for the user.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables users to receive calls and stream music without needing to undock their mobile device, extending battery life and providing a versatile remote control experience, while the device charges, thus reducing battery degradation and adding functionality to a universal remote.
Implementation Method 1
The remote controller has a Bluetooth transceiver that can receive phone calls from any mobile device via Bluetooth
Implementation Method 2
The smart remote controller is banana shaped remote which fits comfortable in a user's palm. One side is a Wi-Fi speaker system playing back music from any mobile device.
Implementation Method 3
The handset can be conveniently charged on the docking station when not in use.
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention features a smart remote controller system which can also receive phone calls from any mobile device via Bluetooth. The system comprises a remote controller, at least a smartphone, and an optional docking station. This remote controller has speakers and can stream music from the mobile device via Bluetooth while the device is charging on the docking station. The smart remote controller is banana shaped remote which fits comfortable in a user's palm. The top curved area is to control TV, DVR and other devices needing remote controller. The inner face is designed to be a comfortable ear to mouth piece to make/answer calls via the mobile device. One side is a Wi-Fi speaker system playing back music from any mobile device. The handset can be conveniently charged on the docking station when not in use.