Method and apparatus for providing a hand-in to a wireless...

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2003-06-30

2008-08-19

Chan, Wing F. (Department: 2619)

Multiplex communications

Communication over free space

Having a plurality of contiguous regions served by...

C370S338000, C455S437000, C455S444000, C455S552100, C455S553100

Reexamination Certificate

active

07414992

ABSTRACT:
A communication unit (10) with dual-mode operating capability comprises: a receiver (203, 204) and a transmitter (207, 208) for supporting an initial connection with another communication unit (12) on a first wireless network (16, 18, 20); and a controller (205), coupled to and controlling the receiver and transmitter, to maintain the initial connection and receive messages from or send messages to the other communications unit to effectuate a new connection over a second wireless network (11). A corresponding method includes while participating in an initial connection (302) detecting availability of a new connection (304) and establishing the new connection by exchanging messages between the communication units over the initial connection (310, 312).

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