System for authorizing functionality in adaptable hardware devices
US7046635B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 28, 2001 |
| Grant date | May 16, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 26, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W8/22
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system for authorizing new or ongoing functional use of an adaptable device. The device generates usage information including the times that the device is used, types of functionality provided, indication of amount and type of resources used, and other information. The usage information is transmitted back to a controlling entity, such as an original manufacturer of the adaptable device. The controlling entity can act to enable or prevent use of the provided functionality, as desired. Part of the requirement for using functionality can be monetary, by predetermined agreement, or by other criteria.
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