Mobile telephonic device and base station
First Claim
1. A system comprising:
- at least one portable, wireless communications device;
a base station for receiving and recharging the device, the base station is adapted to engage in wired communication with a communications network; and
a plurality of sensors responsive to the presence of a person, the sensors are coupled to a least one of the base station, or, the device.
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Abstract
A monitoring system for purposes of enhancing independent living incorporates a wearable communication device, such as a cellular telephone, in combination with a recharging base which might be coupled to a wire line telephone system. Either or both of the base station and wearable device can be in communication with sensors scattered through an individual'"'"'s residence for purposes of collecting data pertaining to activities of daily living. Either or both of the wearable unit and base station could incorporate sensors responsive to physiological parameters of the resident. Both units can independently communicate with third party monitors to communicate data about, or direct immediate attention to the state of an individual using the system.
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1. A system comprising:
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at least one portable, wireless communications device;
a base station for receiving and recharging the device, the base station is adapted to engage in wired communication with a communications network; and
a plurality of sensors responsive to the presence of a person, the sensors are coupled to a least one of the base station, or, the device. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 32)
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21. A monitoring system comprising:
first and second units, one unit includes a portable, wireless, voice activated communications device for communicating via a first channel, the other unit includes circuitry for communicating with third parties via a wired network, the two units are in wireless communication with each other via a second channel. - View Dependent Claims (22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31)
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