Method and apparatus for an intelligent telecommunication base unit and a detachable mobile information unit
US6317491A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 27, 1998 |
| Grant date | Nov 13, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 27, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04M2215/32
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A telecommunication base unit and a mobile information unit combination is disclosed. The base unit includes circuitry for receiving an incoming telephone call, a caller identification circuit, an on-line/off-line control circuit, a dial circuit, an optional LCD display, and an optional keypad on the base unit. It further includes storage area for storing a copy of the information in the mobile information unit and for logging caller identification information and messages. The base unit provides a connector cradle designed to receive and communicate with the mobile information unit. Additionally, the base unit can be connected to a keyboard for carrying out entering and editing functions. Other external connectors are provided for optionally connecting to other devices, including a personal computer and printer. The mobile information unit stores a variety of information and it has the ability to upload information and/or synchronize information with the base unit. A security feature is provided for the mobile information unit and the base unit so that information is maintained in a confidential manner.
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