Managing device functions based on physical interaction with device modules
US9785487B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | May 12, 2015 |
| Grant date | Oct 10, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 12, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F13/10
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments are provided for managing operation of an electronic device based on the connection(s) of hardware module(s) to the electronic drive via a support housing. According to certain aspects, the electronic device may detect when a hardware module connects to the support housing. The electronic device may identify a function associated with the hardware module, where the function may be a built-in function of the hardware module itself or of the electronic device. The electronic device may accordingly activate the identified function.
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