Sonos had ten patents in cybersecurity during Q2 2024. Sonos Inc’s patents filed in Q2 2024 involve techniques for seamless setup and connection of playback devices, authorization and transmission of media content over a network, guest access control for media playback systems, updating user interfaces through audio tones, and managing access status of cloud queues for playback systems. These innovations aim to enhance user experience and functionality within the Sonos ecosystem. GlobalData’s report on Sonos gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Sonos had no grants in cybersecurity as a theme in Q2 2024.
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Application: Updating network configuration parameters (Patent ID: US20240205081A1)
The patent filed by Sonos Inc. describes a method and system for a first playback device to seamlessly reconnect to a secure wireless network after losing connection. The first playback device can establish direct communication with a computing device on a different secure network, receive network configuration parameters, and transmit them to other playback devices in the system to facilitate reconnection. Additionally, the playback device can temporarily disconnect from the network, scan for messages, and respond to instructions, enhancing the efficiency of network reconnection.
Furthermore, the patent details methods for transmitting authentication information between devices using audio modulation or near-field communication, as well as detecting button presses on the playback device to initiate an open access point mode for communication. The use of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) beacons and connections is also highlighted, along with the ability to update network configuration parameters for improved connectivity. Overall, the patent aims to streamline the process of reconnecting playback devices to secure wireless networks within a media playback system.
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