Transactions by flicking

Abstract

A user can transfer items, such as a money, a payment request, virtual goods, listings, etc., by flicking the item on a user device, such as a smart phone. The selected item then moves out of the display and onto the display of a recipient device. The transfer can be completed when the user and recipient have an established trust relationship or authorize the transfer.

Description

BACKGROUND[0001]1. Field of the Invention[0002]The present invention generally relates to conducting electronic transactions, and in particular, to ways of sending and receiving items via user devices.[0003]2. Related Art[0004]More and more consumers are purchasing items and services over electronic networks, such as the Internet. Consumers routinely search for and purchase products and services from merchants and individuals alike. The transactions can take place directly between an on-line merchant or retailer and the consumer, where payment is typically made by entering credit card or other financial information. Transactions can also take place with the aid of an on-line payment provider, such as PayPal, Inc. of San Jose, Calif. Such payment providers can make transactions easier and safer for the parties. Payment providers enable payments to be made through many different convenient methods.[0005]Electronic transactions need not be financial or with a merchant. With the increas...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

[0012]As a result, both the user and recipient are provided with a unique and fun experience for performing financial and other electronic transactions or data transfers. With trusted parties, the process becomes even simpler.

Problems solved by technology

However, mobile devices typically have relatively small screens, making such transactions difficult and not very enjoyable.

For example, a user may have difficulty or find it boring to enter information and select boxes or links to process an information transfer or transaction to another user or merchant.

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