System and method for gaming using wireless communication devices
US9245408B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 9, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jan 26, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 9, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W4/10
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A short-range wireless network is established by direct communication between wireless devices and wireless access points to permit gambling within a casino. The short communication range of the access points assures that the wireless device is in the casino. A gaming communication link is used to exchange game play data (e.g., betting, card dealing, etc.) between a gaming controller and one or more wireless devices. Game play may be conducted between a player and the house or between a plurality of payers. In one embodiment, all communication is routed between players using the gaming controller so that the house controls the transmission of all game play data.
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