Methods, systems, and computer readable media for reducing Wi-Fi scanning using cellular network to Wi-Fi access point mapping information
US10547555B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 4, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 28, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 24, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W80/06
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The subject matter described herein includes methods, systems, and computer readable media for reducing Wi-Fi scanning using cellular network to Wi-Fi access point mapping information. In one exemplary method, a mobile communications device receives Wi-Fi and cellular signals and creates or obtains a database of mappings between Wi-Fi access points and cellular network information. The mobile communications device detects signals from base stations in the cellular network. The mobile communications device determines at least one recommended access point from the data derived from the database. The mobile communications device determines whether any Wi-Fi signals are present. In response to determining that at least one Wi-Fi signal is present, the mobile communications device attempts to connect to the at least one recommended access point.
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