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Handheld wagering game system and methods for conducting wagering games thereupon

US8282490B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 30, 2007
Grant dateOct 9, 2012
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Expiry dateDec 22, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG07F17/34
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A gaming system for conducting a wagering game includes a handheld gaming machine configured to play at least one game and a controller. The controller is configured to base eligibility of the handheld gaming machine for a game-related feature at least upon a location of the handheld gaming machine and/or a proximity of the handheld gaming machine to an external device.

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