Disablement of camera functionality for a portable device

Details Disablement of camera functionality for a portable device Disablement of camera functionality for a portable device

2006-08-04

2008-08-19

Hofsass, Jeff (Department: 2612)

Communications: electrical

Condition responsive indicating system

Specific condition

C348S207990

Reexamination Certificate

active

07414529

ABSTRACT:
Systems, methods, media, and apparatuses for disabling camera functionality in a portable device are disclosed. Embodiments of the method may include establishing a connection with a camera-enabled portable device and transmitting to the portable device a request for permission to disable camera functionality. Embodiments of the method may also include receiving a response from the portable device relating to permission to disable camera functionality. Further embodiments of the method may include, in response to receiving permission to disable camera functionality, transmitting to the portable device a command to disable camera functionality or, in response to receiving an indication that the user refused permission, displaying a notification message. The command to disable camera functionality may include a command to disable camera functionality for a prescribed period, while the portable device is located within a secure geographical location, partially or fully disable camera functionality, and/or other methodology.

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