Wireless Speaker I2S Buffer Pipe for Low-Latency Audio

The patent extracts the audio data transfer function from the full network protocol stack, implementing a custom buffer pipe that operates independently of standard TCP/IP layers. This allows audio data to bypass unnecessary processing steps in the transport layer while maintaining direct connection between media player and wireless speaker, thereby reducing latency without sacrificing reliability for audio-specific requirements

The patent introduces a specialized buffer pipe as an intermediary mechanism between the media player and wireless speaker. This buffer pipe acts as a dedicated audio data transfer channel that mediates the communication, providing reliable audio streaming without the overhead of general-purpose network protocols. The buffer pipe manages audio data flow directly at the buffer level, eliminating the need for complex network layer processing

The patent segments the audio data transfer process into distinct buffer stages (source buffer, network buffer, destination buffer) that operate independently. This segmentation allows each buffer to manage its own timing and data flow, enabling precise control over audio transmission latency while maintaining wireless connectivity. The segmented buffer architecture isolates timing issues from connection establishment, preserving ease of wireless operation

The patent implements dynamic buffer management where the buffer pipe can adjust its operation based on real-time audio data availability and transmission conditions. The buffer sizes and data flow rates are dynamically optimized to minimize latency while maintaining synchronization between audio and video streams, allowing the system to adapt to varying network conditions without compromising connection ease

The patent extracts audio data processing from the multi-layer network stack and implements it directly at the buffer level. By removing unnecessary network layer processing steps, the system achieves faster processing speeds while maintaining data integrity through dedicated audio buffer management. The buffer pipe handles audio data integrity checks and synchronization directly without relying on higher network layers

The patent implements a direct buffer-to-buffer data transfer mechanism that skips intermediate network processing steps. Audio data flows directly from the source buffer through the buffer pipe to the destination buffer, rushing through the transmission path without stopping for network protocol processing. This skipping mechanism preserves data integrity through dedicated audio buffering while dramatically increasing processing speed