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Devices and methods for efficient emergency calling

US10136294B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 5, 2017
Grant dateNov 20, 2018
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Expiry dateMay 5, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04M2250/74
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Disclosed are devices, systems, methods, and media for efficient emergency calling using digital devices. In some embodiments, a user is able to make an emergency call by a one-touch or dual-touch process. An authentication process may reduce inadvertent and unauthorized emergency calling. Persistent emergency buttons are also disclosed that may be used for calling emergency in different states of the device.

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