Abstract: Methods to remove data from a mobile device, such as a smartphone, a smart watch, a tablet, or the like include stepwise verification of operation of hardware components of the mobile device prior to using a software tool to erase the data from the mobile device.

Abstract: A method of logistics planning using specialized equipment is shown and described. The method of logistics planning using specialized equipment starts by receiving scan results of an electronic device. The scan results include a damage report of the electronic device. The electronic device then enters an electro-magnetic moving table. The electronic device is placed on a magnetic mover. The first destination for the electronic device is determined. Once determined to be the next step the electronic device exits the electro-magnetic moving table.

Abstract: Systems and methods for automatically testing a network switch are disclosed according to various embodiments. In one example, a method for automatically and simultaneously testing Power over Ethernet (PoE) ports and traffic throughput of a network switch is disclosed. A data traffic is generated by a network tester with a predetermined speed based on a configuration of the network switch. The data traffic is directed through the PoE ports of the network switch. At least one PoE tester connected to the network switch via the PoE ports of the network switch is configured, e.g. by a test application running on a test computer. A first result of testing the PoE ports is obtained by the test computer from the at least one PoE tester. A second result of testing the traffic throughput of the network switch is obtained by the test computer from the network tester.

Abstract: A system includes a computer system including a user interface and a monitor; a storage medium readable by the computer system and storing an application to interface the computer system and a streaming media device; and a laser scanner to scan a bar code indicating identification data of the streaming media device.

Abstract: A system includes a computer system including a user interface and a monitor; a storage medium readable by the computer system and storing an application to interface the computer system and a smart speaker device; and a laser scanner to scan a bar code indicating identification data of the smart speaker device.

Abstract: A method of detecting a defect in an electronic display includes taking a digital image of the electronic display; and electronically determining if an area of the electronic display is defective based on data of the digital image.

Abstract: A method of testing video streaming and apparatus for the same is shown and described. The method of testing video streaming capabilities of a video streaming device includes streaming a predetermined content to via a video streaming device. Where the predetermined content is a 7/8 color bar display. Capturing the streamed content, comparing the streamed content to predetermined expected results of the stream capture. Determining if the capture matches the expected results by comparing step compares each color bar in the capture to the color bar of the stream to determine streaming capabilities.

Abstract: This application relates to apparatus and methods for testing the wireless functionality of a plurality of devices under test. In one example, a testing system includes a testing frame with multiple radio frequency (RF) shielded cabinets. Each of the RF shielded cabinets may house an antenna and a device under test. In addition, an electrical circuit couples a wireless simulation system to the antennas. The electrical circuit includes an RF combiner configured to combine two cellular signals from the wireless simulation system to output a combined cellular signal. The electrical circuit also includes an amplifier configured to receive the combined cellular signal and output an amplified cellular signal. Further, the electrical circuit includes an RF splitter configured to receive the amplified cellular signal and provide the amplified cellular signal to each of the plurality of antennas located within the RF shielded cabinets of the testing system.

Abstract: A device securement station and magnetic mover is shown and described. The system for securing and transporting electronic devices for automated testing includes a magnetic mover and a securement station. The magnetic mover features a securement section with side stoppers and a vise mechanism to hold an electronic device in place. The securement station includes a rotatable shaft with a tool head that engages the vise mechanism to apply or release pressure, and a positioning device that ensures proper alignment of the electronic device on the magnetic mover. The system enables precise and repeatable securement of devices for movement across a magnetic table and interaction with modular test stations.

Abstract: An electronic device front camera test station is shown and described. The front camera test station for evaluating the functionality of electronic device front-facing cameras includes a planar structure positioned above a magnetic movement table and an image target affixed to the underside of the structure. The image target, which may include QR codes or other visual markers, is captured by the electronic device's front-facing camera while positioned below the structure. A testing application on the device initiates image capture and analyzes the resulting images for clarity, focus, and recognition accuracy. The system determines pass/fail status based on predefined criteria and records results for quality assurance and device tracking.

Abstract: An electronic device logistics, grading, clearing, and testing system is shown and described. The system includes an entry point for receiving devices and a routing table that directs each device to different stations based on its condition and processing needs. These stations include a pre-grading station to check for significant damage, a memory wipe station to clear data, a cleaning station to remove debris and labels, a labeling station to apply new identifiers, a grading station to assess the device's condition, and a functional testing station to check components like the screen, buttons, speakers, and cameras. After testing, the system prepares the device for exit by removing any connectors, then organizes it for shipment or further handling. The entire process is designed to minimize human contact and improve speed, accuracy, and efficiency.

Abstract: An electronic device logistics and testing system is shown and described. A method for testing electronic devices begins when a device is placed on a movable platform, secured in place, and loaded with a testing app. The system identifies which tests are needed, guides the device to the appropriate stations, and records the results. Devices continue through the process until all tests are completed or a failure occurs, after which they are removed from the system.

Abstract: An electronic device touch screen testing station is shown and described. The touch screen test station for evaluating the functionality of electronic device touchscreens includes a bracket mountable to a magnetic movement table, an arm extending over the table, and a touch tip configured to interact with the touchscreen of a device secured to a magnetic mover. The system moves the device in a predetermined pattern beneath the touch tip, allowing the device to register and visually display touch inputs. A testing application on the device records touch responses, applies timing conditions, and generates a visual grid indicating successful and failed touch areas. Calibration features ensure accurate contact based on device thickness, and test results are recorded and optionally uploaded to a remote database.

Abstract: An electronic device speaker and microphone test station is shown and described. The speaker and microphone test station for evaluating audio components of electronic devices includes a movable housing configured to form a sound-isolated chamber over a device positioned on a magnetic movement table. The system initiates playback of predefined audio signals from the device's speakers and simultaneously records the output using the device's microphones. A computing system analyzes the recorded signals by comparing them to expected waveforms to determine audio fidelity and functionality. Multiple speaker-microphone combinations are tested, and results are recorded and optionally uploaded to a remote database. The station enables automated, repeatable, and acoustically controlled testing without requiring external audio hardware.

Abstract: An electronic device button test station is shown and described. The button test station for evaluating the functionality of physical and touch-based buttons on electronic devices includes a modular bracket mountable to a magnetic movement table and a set of specialized button testing tools. These tools include mechanisms for actuating switches, pressing physical buttons, and interacting with touchscreens and side-mounted sensors. The station is configured to accommodate various device sizes and button layouts. During testing, a computing system coordinates device positioning, initiates button actuation, and records responses via a test application running on the device. Results are displayed through a graphical interface and may be uploaded to a centralized database for tracking and analysis.

Abstract: An electronic device mid-frame polishing apparatus is shown and described. The electronic device mid-frame polishing apparatus includes a frame which supports a robot arm and a polishing setup. The robot arm is configured to place an electronic device into the polishing setup. The frame supports at least one computer. The robot arm is operably coupled with the computer. The polishing setup is operably coupled with the computer.

Abstract: Systems, apparatus and methods for automatically testing security devices through mobile devices are disclosed. A disclosed system comprises: a plurality of test chambers coupled on a frame, wherein each of the test chambers is configured to house: (a) a corresponding one of a plurality of security devices to be tested and (b) a corresponding one of a plurality of mobile devices; and a plurality of test computers, wherein each of the test computers corresponds to one of the plurality of test chambers, and is configured for automatically testing a corresponding one of the plurality of security devices using a test software. The corresponding mobile device is connected to the test computer and has a test application installed thereon corresponding to the test software. The test application and the test software cooperate during the testing to control the corresponding mobile device to communicate with the corresponding security device.

Abstract: An electronic device tester is shown and described. The electronic device tester includes a housing created by a plurality of supports. The housing has an interior volume. A door secured to the plurality of supports granting access to the interior volume. Sound dampening materials cover at least part of the interior volume. At least one speaker is located within the interior volume. At least one microphone is located within the interior volume.

Abstract: A parts matching system includes a camara; a depth sensor; a dichroic mirror that passes light of an image scene of a device under test to the camera and reflects laser light emitted from the depth senor to the device under test and reflects the laser light reflected from the device under test to the depth sensor; and a computer that process (i) data received from the depth sensor to determine a distance of the device under test to the camera and (ii) image data of the device under test received from the camera.

Abstract: A system to physically remove data including customer personal information from mobile devices includes a computer; an input device to input to the computer a unique identifier associated with a board; a computer numerical control (CNC) machine controlled by the computer and configured to physically remove a predetermined chip from the board; a camera to record the CNC machine physically removing the predetermined chip from the board; and a memory to store a first file comprising the camera's recording and to store a second file comprising a record associating the unique identifier associated with the board to the camera's recording.