Microchip Technology Incorporated
SYSTEMS AND DEVICES FOR CONTROLLING USE OF A CONSUMABLE ITEM WITH USER DEVICES, AND RELATED SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND DEVICES

Abstract:

Systems, methods and devices described herein relate, generally, to controlling use of a consumable with a user device. In one embodiment, a consumable item is stored in a cartridge and when the cartridge is coupled to a user device, operation of the user device with cartridge is verified with the assistance of an external system for managing registration information. If verified, operation of the user device and cartridge is enabled and the item within the cartridge is available to be consumed by the system formed by the user device and cartridge.