Methods, devices and systems for authenticated access to electronic device in a closed configuration
US10713343B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 10, 2018 |
| Grant date | Jul 14, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 8, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02D10/00
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Devices, systems and methods for enabling voice access to a portable electronic device in a closed physical configuration with biometric authentication are disclosed. A device can have multiple physical configurations, including a closed configuration in which a display and/or user interface is not accessible. A biometric sensor disposed on an outer surface of the device in at least the closed configuration can be used to enable access to the device or secure functions of the device, via a voice engine or the like, even though the device is physically closed. In some embodiments, unsecure functions can be accessed via voice engine without use of the biometric sensor when the device is closed.
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