PROXIMITY-BASED CONTROL OF MEDIA DEVICES

摘要

Embodiments relate generally to electrical/electronic hardware, computer software, wired and wireless network communications, portable, wearable, and stationary media devices. Media devices may include a plurality of RF transceivers, an audio system, and a proximity detection system. The RF transceivers and/or audio system may be used to wirelessly communicate between media devices and allow configuration and other data to be wirelessly transmitted from one media device to another media device. The proximity detection system may be configured to detect a presence of a user or multiple users and upon detecting presence, take some action defined by a user preference and/or environmental conditions around the media device. One or more user devices in proximity of the media device post detection may wirelessly communicate with the media device and the media device may orchestrate handling of content from those devices or from a wirelessly accessible location such as the Cloud or Internet.

主权项

1. A method for proximity-based control, comprising:
detecting an approach of a user using a proximity detection island positioned on a media device; notifying the user, using one or more of light, sound, or vibration, that a presence of the user has been detected by the proximity detection island; indicating that the media device is ready to receive input from the user; waiting for input from the user; and taking an action based on a type of input received from the user.