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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Sep. 10, 2019
Filed:
Dec. 26, 2017
Eturi Corp., San Diego, CA (US);
Negeen Moussavian, San Diego, CA (US);
Amir Moussavian, San Diego, CA (US);
Mark Lewis, San Diego, CA (US);
Godfrey Lawrence Duke, III, San Diego, CA (US);
ETURI CORPORATION, San Diego, CA (US);
Abstract
Partially reduces performance or features of a user's electronic device if the user does not comply with an agreement. An agreement may specify tasks or activities to be performed, such as homework or chores, or required results such as grades. Partial throttling of the device when the user is not in compliance with the agreement may include for example disabling a subset of the apps or services on the device, slowing down the device or selected applications, denying access to selected information sources, limiting audio volume or display resolution, or limiting time on activities such as web browsing. The device may remain usable, but with reduced features or performance. Throttling actions may also be based on location, schedule, or environmental conditions. The system may reward compliance with the agreement by increasing performance, by re-enabling previously disabled applications, or by providing direct rewards such as money or credits.