Setup procedures for an electronic device

This invention describes a way to set up a new electronic device using an existing one. The existing device helps guide the setup process for the new device, specifically by establishing a close-range wireless connection. During this setup, the existing device can either transfer recommended apps to the new device without sharing your account details, or it can share your account details for a main service without transferring app suggestions.

Why it matters: While device setup processes have advanced, deep integration with existing mobile operating systems remains a significant barrier for implementing this specific selective sharing method. It requires platform-level support to manage app and subscription data granularly.

Status: Not in forceListed as no longer active. The specific reason is not in the record we hold.
How hard to build: SpecializedSoftware logic, operating system integration, NFC

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