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Disposable, proximity-based communications systems, devices and methods

US7536156B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 15, 2004
Grant dateMay 19, 2009
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Expiry dateAug 25, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04B1/3833
  • WIPO fieldTelecommunications
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A disposable electronic device includes a housing, a user interface in the housing and a short range, unlicensed wireless transceiver in the housing. A controller is configured to control the user interface and the short range, unlicensed wireless transceiver. A non-replaceable, non-rechargeable battery also is provided in the housing. New forms of disposable, proximity-based communications systems, devices and methods thereby may be provided.

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