Bluetooth assistant

• US 8,112,037 B2
• Filed: 09/02/2008
• Issued: 02/07/2012
• Est. Priority Date: 09/02/2008
• Status: Expired due to Fees

• Current Assignee: Optima Direct, LLC (2S Ventures, LLC), Mourad Ben Ayed
• Original Assignee: Nissaf Ketari
• Inventors: Ketari, Nissaf
• Primary Examiner(s): NGUYEN, TUAN HOANG
• Application Number:
  US12/203,049
• Publication Number:
  US 20100056055A1
• Time in Patent Office: 1,253 Days
• Field of Search: 455/41.2, 455/41.3, 455/426.1, 455/552.1, 455/556.1, 455/556.2, 455/557, 455/569.1
• US Class Current: 455/41.3
• CPC Class Codes: G07C 2009/00793 by Hertzian waves
• CPC Class Codes: G07C 9/00309 operated with bidirectional data transmission between data carrier and locks
• CPC Class Codes: G10L 15/26 Speech to text systems G10L15/08 takes precedence
• CPC Class Codes: H04L 63/068 using time-dependent keys, e.g. periodically changing keys cryptographic mechanisms or cryptographic arrangements for controlling usage of secret information H04L9/088
• CPC Class Codes: H04L 63/0861 using biometrical features, e.g. fingerprint, retina-scan cryptographic mechanisms or cryptographic arrangements for entity authentication using biological data H04L9/3231
• CPC Class Codes: H04M 1/05 specially adapted for use on head, throat or breast
• CPC Class Codes: H04M 1/6066 including a wireless connection
• CPC Class Codes: H04M 1/72412 using two-way short-range wireless interfaces
• CPC Class Codes: H04M 1/72415 for remote control of appliances
• CPC Class Codes: H04W 12/068 using credential vaults, e.g. password manager applications or one time password [OTP] applications
• CPC Class Codes: H04W 12/08 Access security
• CPC Class Codes: H04W 12/126 Anti-theft arrangements, e.g. protection against subscriber identity module [SIM] cloning
• CPC Class Codes: H04W 12/33 using wearable devices, e.g. using a smartwatch or smart-glasses
• CPC Class Codes: H04W 24/00 Supervisory, monitoring or testing arrangements
• CPC Class Codes: H04W 84/18 Self-organising networks, e.g. ad-hoc networks or sensor networks
• CPC Class Codes: H04W 88/06 adapted for operation in multiple networks or having at least two operational modes, e.g. multi-mode terminals

Abstract

A method and apparatus for facilitating carrying a Bluetooth assistant comprising two detachable parts, with an attachment system in the first part and a rotatable earpiece in the second part. A user can conveniently carry the Bluetooth assistant as a key chain or a clip, and when needed, can detach the second part, rotate an earpiece and use it as a headset. The second part can monitor proximity to a mobile phone when not used as a headset and alarm if the mobile phone is not in proximity. The second part can also serve as a wireless key for unlocking one or multiple doors, personal electronic devices and/or encrypted data. When the user acquires a new lock, the wireless key can be updated to unlock that new lock.

Claims

1. A first apparatus for assisting with communications and control, comprising:

a first part comprising an attachment system,

a second part comprising;

a single wireless transceiver integrated circuit selected from the group consisting of BLUETOOTH, Wifi, and Wibree,

a power input,

a third part comprising an audio system,

wherein said third part further comprises a first housing that can move relative to said second part,

wherein said first apparatus can pair with at least one apparatus that has a compatible transceiver in a first range,

wherein said first apparatus can store digital keys for unlocking at least one second apparatus selected from the group consisting of a lock, a mobile phone a computer, and a memory, and

said first apparatus further comprises a data port for updating information stored onboard said first apparatus,

wherein when a first event occurs, said first apparatus automatically operates as a wireless headset device,

wherein said first event is selected from the group consisting of activating a switch, detaching said first detachable part, moving said third part, receiving a wireless message, and receiving a voice command,

said first device further comprising an alarm, wherein said alarm is audible and when activated produces an alarm sound audible from a distance greater than 3 feet, wherein said first apparatus can monitor proximity to a paired second apparatus,

wherein upon said first apparatus detecting a connection drop from said paired second apparatus, said first apparatus periodically attempts to reconnect to said paired second apparatus, and if connection is not established within a predetermined period, said alarm is automatically activated.

2. The first apparatus of claim 1, wherein said attachment system is selected from the group consisting of a ring, a key chain, a clip, a Velcro attachment device, a capsule, and a capsule with a power storage device.

3. The first apparatus of claim 1, wherein

said audio system is selected from the group consisting of an ear piece, an earphone, a speaker, and a microphone, wherein

said first housing can perform at least one movement relative to said second part, said at least one movement selected from the group consisting of fold, unfold, pivot, rotate, twist, slide, and pull up.

4. The first apparatus of claim 1, further comprising a fourth part,

said fourth part being at least one selected from the group consisting of a microphone, a key, USB Flash, Flash memory, MP3 player, and a bio sensor to validate a user and activate said first apparatus,

wherein, when said fourth part comprises a bio sensor, said bio sensor is selected from the group consisting of a voice recognition system, a retinal scan system, and a finger print system.

5. The first apparatus of claim 1, wherein:

on activation, said first apparatus can automatically establish a secure two-way wireless connection with a paired second apparatus within vicinity.

6. The first apparatus of claim 1, wherein:

when unfolded, said first apparatus can automatically monitor proximity to a paired second apparatus, but cannot monitor proximity to a second paired apparatus when unfolded.

7. The first apparatus of claim 1, further comprising:

an LED, wherein said LED can flash periodically, and

said LED can illuminate a logo.

8. The first apparatus of claim 1, wherein:

said first apparatus fits into a space having a volume of less than 10 cubic centimeters,

wherein said first apparatus has a weight of less than about 10 grams,

and wherein said first apparatus has power consumption of less than 40 mA.

9. A method for using a Bluetooth wireless headset comprising the steps of:

detaching a Bluetooth wireless headset from a first part, the first part comprising an attachment system,

on moving a second part relative to the Bluetooth wireless headset wirelessly receiving voice from a paired personal electronic device, the second part comprising an audio system,

storing one or more digital keys selected from the group consisting of a digital key, a public key, a private key, an encrypted key, a partial key, an encrypted partial key, an obfuscated partial key, and a password, wherein on receipt of a wireless message, transmitting said one or more digital keys wirelessly to a paired personal electronic device, said method further comprising;

pairing the Bluetooth wireless headset with a personal electronic device in a first range, wherein when a first event occurs automatically establishing a secure two-way wireless connection with the personal electronic device, said first event selected from the group consisting of

activating a switch,

receiving a voice command,

detaching said first part,

moving said second part, and

receiving a wireless message.

10. The method of claim 9 comprising:

automatically wirelessly transmitting a file to the paired portable electronic device.

11. The method of claim 9, whereby:

on the paired personal electronic device receiving said one or more digital keys, the paired personal electronic device performs an action selected from the group consisting of;

enabling user access, decrypting a file, launching an application, unlocking a phone, unlocking a screen, unlocking a file, unlocking a door, activating a mechanical apparatus, unlocking a mechanical apparatus, triggering a mechanical apparatus, starting an engine, and activating a relay.

12. The method of claim 9, further comprising the steps of:

receiving information from compatible transceivers, and

displaying the data on an onboard display.

13. The method of claim 9, further comprising the steps of:

connecting a data cable, and

SPI flashing said the data.

14. The method of claim 9, further comprising the steps of:

wirelessly receiving GPS information from a vehicle,

storing GPS information,

on receiving a request from a personal electronic device,

obtaining heading information from an onboard electronic compass,

sending the GPS information and heading information to said personal electronic device.