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System for and method of finger initiated actions

US7697729B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 30, 2004
Grant dateApr 13, 2010
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Expiry dateJan 14, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06V40/13
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A device for and method of performing a task associated with fingerprint data is disclosed. The method comprises reading fingerprint data, matching the read fingerprint data to stored fingerprint data, the stored fingerprint data having an associated task, and performing the task. The associated task is part of a chain of tasks that are automatically executed when the read fingerprint data is matched to the stored fingerprint data. Preferably, at least one task has associated user profile data that is used to perform the task. An electronic device that can be controlled in accordance with the present invention includes, but is not limited to, a telephone, a personal computer, a personal digital assistant, and a remote controlled device.

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