Smartwatch Network Configuration via Proximal Device
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing local wireless communications connections, such as Bluetooth, between user equipment (UE) and proximal devices can result in slow internet access due to weak signal strength, requiring manual configuration that is inefficient, time-consuming, and energy-intensive.
Innovation Solution
The UE automatically sends network configuration information to the proximal device when a weak connection is detected, allowing the proximal device to directly connect to the internet using its own network, either by enabling its cellular connection or establishing a Wi-Fi hotspot, thereby bypassing the need for manual user intervention.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Speed
If manual configuration is used to enable direct network connection, then connection speed is improved, but time consumption and operational complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The UE performs preliminary actions by automatically detecting weak connection quality and proactively sending network configuration information to the proximal device before manual intervention is needed. This preliminary automated configuration enables the proximal device to establish direct network connections faster, resolving the contradiction between connection speed and time consumption.
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables self-service by allowing the proximal device to automatically configure its own network settings using the received configuration information from the UE. The proximal device autonomously establishes direct network connections without requiring manual user configuration, thus improving connection speed while reducing time consumption and operational complexity.
2Reliability
If manual configuration is required, then connection reliability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The proximal device performs self-configuration by automatically processing the network configuration information received from the UE and establishing direct network connections autonomously. This self-service mechanism maintains connection reliability through proper configuration while dramatically improving ease of operation by eliminating manual user intervention.
Solution Approach 2:
The UE acts as an intermediary by sending network configuration information to the proximal device, enabling automated configuration. This intermediary role ensures reliable connection establishment through proper configuration parameters while maintaining ease of operation by removing the need for manual user configuration.
3Speed
If direct network connection is established, then connection speed is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The proximal device autonomously handles the complexity of direct network connection establishment by automatically configuring itself using the received configuration information from the UE. This self-service approach enables fast direct connections while hiding the configuration complexity from the user, as the device manages the complex setup process independently.
Solution Approach 2:
The UE performs preliminary actions by providing the proximal device with pre-configured network parameters and configuration information needed for direct connection. This preliminary provision of configuration data simplifies the overall system complexity by centralizing the configuration management in the UE, allowing the proximal device to establish fast connections without handling complex configuration logic.
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AI summary
The subject matter described herein provides systems and techniques to automatically configure a proximal device, such as a smart watch, a tablet, or any other smart device, based on configuration information sent from the user equipment (UE) to the proximal device when the local communications connection, such as a wireless connection, between the devices is weak. If it is determined that there is a weak local communications connection between the UE and the proximal device the UE may automatically send network configuration information to the proximal device. If it is determined that there is a weak local communications connection between the UE and the proximal device the UE may automatically turn on its mobile hotspot, and automatically send the mobile hotspot configuration information to the proximal device.