Method, device and computer program product for managing radio states in a mobile communication device using device mobility information

Abstract

This disclosure is directed to a method, computer program product and mobile communication device configured for managing radio states in a mobile communication device using device mobility information. A mobility state is determined from the number of cell changes over a predefined period of time. If the mobility state transitions to medium or high, such as when the user is in a vehicle, a Bluetooth™ radio is enabled. If a connection to a Bluetooth™-enabled device is available, a connection is established. When the connection is disconnected, a configurable timer is started. If the timer expires without re-establishing the connection or the mobility state transitioning to medium or high, the Bluetooth™ radio is disabled to reduce power consumption. According to an embodiment, a Wi-Fi radio may then be enabled to establish a Wi-Fi connection. Various configurations of computer program products and mobile communication devices are also described.