Navigation assistance from a trusted device
US10244031B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 16, 2015 |
| Grant date | Mar 26, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 11, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04M2203/257
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods of facilitating screen sharing of a user's computing device with a trusted contact are provided. A user may receive directions while driving by calling a friend and initiating a screen sharing support session during which a software application currently displayed on the user's device is transmitted for real-time display on the friend's device. The friend may provide control inputs to be executed by the software application on the user's computing device.
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