Method of increasing functionality of a product
OwnerEdwin Philip Begemann, Gerardus Cornelis Petrus Lokhoffinventors
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Abstract
A method of increasing functionality of a product (121) made by a manufacturer (120). A specification of an additional feature (122) is supplied to the manufacturer (120) for inclusion into a disabled state into the product (121). The technology provider (100) receives an activation payment from a third party wishing to make use of the additional feature (122).The manufacturer (120) may share this activation payment with the manufacturer (120). The product (121) can for instance be an integrated circuit, a software program and a hardware apparatus, but may also be a specification of a standard, in which case the manufacturer (120) comprises a standardization body responsible for drafting said specification.
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A method of increasing functionality of a product made by a manufacturer, comprising supplying to the manufacturer a specification of an additional feature for inclusion into the product and causing the manufacturer to include the additional feature in a disabled state into the product.
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