Method for locking and release of audio, video and/or information data and electronic apparatus therefor

摘要

Portable electronic unit (1) for playback or processing of audio, video and or information data has authentication management arrangement (5) for controlling its use dependent on usage rights (6). Usage rights are granted by the management arrangement based on the current location of the unit. Blocking or releasing of data is controlled based on the unit location. An independent claim is made for a method for controlling playback or access to data in a portable electronic unit, based on its position.