Method and apparatus to enable pairing of devices
US7907901B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 13, 2007 |
| Grant date | Mar 15, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 7, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W84/18
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus to provide easier pairing based on motion data is described. The method of pairing two devices comprises receiving a signal to enter into pairing mode, and detecting a motion indicating a pairing. The method further comprises establishing a secure connection with another device for pairing, the secure connection established based on the motion, and exchanging data for pairing.
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