公开(公告)号：US20110012710A1

公开(公告)日：2011-01-20

申请号：US12503704

申请日：2009-07-15

Applicant: Marc Sullivan ,  Steven M. Belz ,  James Pratt

Inventor： Marc Sullivan ,  Steven M. Belz ,  James Pratt

IPC: G05B19/00

CPC classification number: G05B19/042 ,  G05B2219/24163 ,  G05B2219/24165 ,  G05B2219/25187

Abstract: A method and system for remotely controlling a remote-controlled device (RCD) includes receiving an instruction from a remote control (RC). The instruction may include an RC code and a control code. The RC code may identify the RC and the control code may identify an operation to be performed on the RCD. RC codes matching an authorized set of RC codes may cause the control code to be accepted, since the RC is authorized. If a non-matching RC code is received, the control code may be rejected as coming from a prohibited RC. An authorization mode on the RCD may allow modification of the authorized set of RC codes.

Abstract translation: 用于远程控制遥控设备（RCD）的方法和系统包括从遥控器（RC）接收指令。 该指令可以包括RC代码和控制代码。 RC代码可以识别RC，并且控制代码可以标识要在RCD上执行的操作。 与授权的一组RC代码匹配的RC代码可能导致控制代码被接受，因为RC被授权。 如果接收到不匹配的RC码，则控制码可能被拒绝来自禁止的RC。 RCD上的授权模式可能允许修改授权的一组RC代码。

公开(公告)号：US20100162331A1

公开(公告)日：2010-06-24

申请号：US12342858

申请日：2008-12-23

Applicant: Steven M. Belz ,  James Pratt ,  Marc Sullivan

Inventor： Steven M. Belz ,  James Pratt ,  Marc Sullivan

IPC: H04N7/173

CPC classification number: H04N21/42204 ,  H04L12/2803 ,  H04N21/4126 ,  H04N21/42203 ,  H04N21/43637 ,  H04N21/485 ,  H04N21/6125 ,  H04N21/6587

Abstract: A multimedia processing resource (MPR) includes interactive voice response capabilities. A user may control MPR commands and functions over a telephone interface. For example, through a telephone connection a user may receive a listing of electronic programming guide data, may schedule a multimedia program for recording, or may receive a report related to a multimedia program that is viewed at the present time.

Abstract translation: 多媒体处理资源（MPR）包括交互式语音响应能力。 用户可以通过电话接口控制MPR命令和功能。 例如，通过电话连接，用户可以接收电子节目指南数据的列表，可以安排用于记录的多媒体节目，或者可以接收与当前观看的多媒体节目有关的报告。

公开(公告)号：US20100144368A1

公开(公告)日：2010-06-10

申请号：US12328571

申请日：2008-12-04

Applicant: Marc Sullivan ,  James Pratt ,  Steven M. Belz

Inventor： Marc Sullivan ,  James Pratt ,  Steven M. Belz

IPC: H04W24/00

CPC classification number: H04L67/325 ,  H04L67/04 ,  H04L67/18 ,  H04W4/02 ,  H04W12/06

Abstract: A system and method for sharing location data amongst wireless communication devices uses a token system to grant permission to share location data. The tokens may be created automatically as the result of user activation of a different function. Location data may be exchanged when two wireless communication devices, authorized to exchange location data, are within a predetermined distance from each other. Location data may also be automatically exchanged upon the occurrence of a scheduled calendar event within a wireless communication device. Location data may be exchanged a single time or can be exchanged on a continuous or periodic basis so long as the token still exists. The token may be destroyed manually by some user activity or may be terminated automatically.

Abstract translation: 用于在无线通信设备之间共享位置数据的系统和方法使用令牌系统来授予共享位置数据的权限。 令牌可以由用户激活不同功能而自动创建。 当授权交换位置数据的两个无线通信设备在彼此之间的预定距离内时，可以交换位置数据。 在无线通信设备内发生调度的日历事件时，位置数据也可以自动交换。 只要令牌仍然存在，位置数据可以单独交换或者可以在连续或周期性的基础上进行交换。 令牌可能会被某些用户活动手动销毁，或者可能会被自动终止。

公开(公告)号：US20100138499A1

公开(公告)日：2010-06-03

申请号：US12327129

申请日：2008-12-03

Applicant: Steven Belz ,  James Pratt ,  Marc Sullivan

Inventor： Steven Belz ,  James Pratt ,  Marc Sullivan

IPC: G06F15/16

CPC classification number: G06Q10/107 ,  H04L51/00

Abstract: A method is disclosed comprising sending an original e-mail message to a plurality of recipients, and receiving a plurality of received e-mails. For each of the plurality of received e-mails, the method includes determining if each received e-mail is a reply to the original e-mail message, and extracting data from each received e-mail that is a reply to the original e-mail message. The extracted data is aggregated to form aggregated data, and information relating to the aggregated data is displayed. The information may be displayed on a computer monitor along with the original e-mail message.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种方法，包括向多个接收者发送原始电子邮件消息，以及接收多个接收到的电子邮件。 对于多个接收的电子邮件中的每一个，该方法包括确定每个接收的电子邮件是否是对原始电子邮件消息的答复，以及从作为对原始电子邮件的回复的每个接收的电子邮件中提取数据， 邮件消息。 提取的数据被聚合以形成聚合数据，并且显示与聚合数据有关的信息。 信息可能与原始电子邮件一起显示在计算机显示器上。

公开(公告)号：US20100134338A1

公开(公告)日：2010-06-03

申请号：US12327513

申请日：2008-12-03

Applicant: Steven M. Belz ,  James Pratt ,  Marc Sullivan

Inventor： Steven M. Belz ,  James Pratt ,  Marc Sullivan

IPC: H04L17/02

CPC classification number: G08C19/28 ,  G06F3/0238 ,  G08C17/02 ,  G08C19/00 ,  G08C23/04 ,  G08C2201/21 ,  G08C2201/30 ,  G08C2201/92 ,  H04B1/202 ,  H04L12/282 ,  H04N21/42225 ,  H04N21/42228

Abstract: A method for providing a virtual, universal remote control feature includes displaying a virtual remote interface for an electronic device. A user interaction with an element of the virtual remote interface is detected. The virtual remote interface element is mapped to a device-function code. The device-function code is provided to a code transmitter. The device-function code corresponds to a control command associated with the electronic device.

Abstract translation: 一种用于提供虚拟通用遥控功能的方法包括显示用于电子设备的虚拟远程接口。 检测到与虚拟远程接口的元素的用户交互。 虚拟远程接口元素映射到设备功能代码。 设备功能代码被提供给代码发送器。 设备功能代码对应于与电子设备相关联的控制命令。

公开(公告)号：US20100115607A1

公开(公告)日：2010-05-06

申请号：US12265900

申请日：2008-11-06

Applicant: James Pratt ,  Larry Pearson ,  Marc Sullivan

Inventor： James Pratt ,  Larry Pearson ,  Marc Sullivan

IPC: H04L9/32

CPC classification number: H04L63/083 ,  G06F21/31 ,  G06F21/32 ,  G06F21/74 ,  G06F2221/2105

Abstract: A security processing element stores authentication data corresponding to a plurality of possible authentication modes. At a time of activation, the security processing element randomly selects one of the authentication modes for presentation to the user. The user must successfully enter data corresponding to the randomly selected authentication mode. In an alternative embodiment, the security processing element can randomly select a plurality of authentication modes that are sequentially presented to the user. The user must successfully respond to each of the plurality of requested authentication modes. In another embodiment, for high security communications, the security processing element may select from a subset of authentication modes that are considered to be more robust. Conversely, the security processing element may select from a subset of randomly presented authentication modes that are considered less robust when used in a low security setting.

Abstract translation: 安全处理元件存储与多种可能的认证方式对应的认证数据。 在激活时，安全处理元件随机选择用于呈现给用户的认证模式之一。 用户必须成功输入与随机选择的认证方式对应的数据。 在替代实施例中，安全处理元件可以随机选择顺序呈现给用户的多个认证模式。 用户必须成功地响应多个请求的认证模式中的每一个。 在另一个实施例中，对于高安全性通信，安全处理元件可以从被认为更加鲁棒的认证模式的子集中进行选择。 相反，安全处理元件可以从在低安全性设置中使用时认为不太鲁棒的随机呈现的认证模式的子集中进行选择。

公开(公告)号：US20100113160A1

公开(公告)日：2010-05-06

申请号：US12266220

申请日：2008-11-06

Applicant: Steven Belz ,  James Pratt ,  Marc Sullivan

Inventor： Steven Belz ,  James Pratt ,  Marc Sullivan

IPC: A63F9/24

CPC classification number: A63F13/332 ,  A63F13/12 ,  A63F13/335 ,  A63F13/61 ,  A63F13/792 ,  A63F13/795 ,  A63F13/87 ,  A63F13/92 ,  A63F2300/406 ,  A63F2300/5506 ,  A63F2300/556 ,  A63F2300/5573 ,  G06Q20/14 ,  G06Q30/02 ,  G06Q30/0277 ,  G06Q50/01 ,  H04L12/1822 ,  H04L12/189 ,  H04L51/38 ,  H04L67/10 ,  H04L67/18 ,  H04L67/22 ,  H04L67/38 ,  H04M1/72544 ,  H04W4/00 ,  H04W4/02 ,  H04W4/08 ,  H04W4/12 ,  H04W4/24

Abstract: Systems and methods of organizing a massively multiplayer online game (MMOG) via mobile units are provided. Features of mobile units such as messaging and location based services are incorporated into the game to enhance the user experience. The MMOG provides social networking opportunities to players by associating players based on similarities such as shared interests and activities. These shared interests and activities can be determined based on associations of the players in other situations, such as disparate online games or websites. In addition, advertising content can be provided to players based on similar factors. In an example implementation, the MMOG comprises a game similar to the offline game of tag, wherein players can “tag” each other through in-game interactions via the mobile units. These interactions can be triggered based on players being a fixed predetermined distance from each other.

Abstract translation: 提供了通过移动单元组织大型多人在线游戏（MMOG）的系统和方法。 诸如消息和基于位置的服务的移动单元的特征被并入到游戏中以增强用户体验。 MMOG通过根据共同兴趣和活动等相似之处，将玩家联系起来，为玩家提供社交网络机会。 这些共同的利益和活动可以根据其他情况下的玩家的联合来确定，如不同的在线游戏或网站。 另外，基于类似的因素，可以向玩家提供广告内容。 在示例实现中，MMOG包括类似于标签的离线游戏的游戏，其中玩家可以经由移动单元通过游戏中的交互来“标记”彼此。 这些交互可以基于玩家彼此固定的预定距离来触发。

公开(公告)号：US20100104024A1

公开(公告)日：2010-04-29

申请号：US12260872

申请日：2008-10-29

Applicant: Marc Sullivan ,  Steven M. Belz ,  James Pratt

Inventor： Marc Sullivan ,  Steven M. Belz ,  James Pratt

IPC: H04N7/68

CPC classification number: H04H60/12 ,  H04H20/65 ,  H04H60/82 ,  H04L1/1803

Abstract: A method for remediating broadcast digital television signals is disclosed. A television signal is buffered by a multimedia client, and analyzed for errors. If errors are detected, replacement data for the corrupted data are requested from a service provider using a network back-channel. The replacement data are obtained from the broadcasting entity and sent back to the multimedia client. The replacement data are used to generate and display a faultless version of the digital television signal.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于修复广播数字电视信号的方法。 电视信号被多媒体客户端缓存，并分析错误。 如果检测到错误，则使用网络反向通道从服务提供商请求损坏的数据的替换数据。 替换数据从广播实体获得并发送回多媒体客户端。 替换数据用于产生和显示数字电视信号的无故障版本。

公开(公告)号：US20100069012A1

公开(公告)日：2010-03-18

申请号：US12211465

申请日：2008-09-16

Applicant: Marc Sullivan ,  James Pratt ,  Steven Belz

Inventor： Marc Sullivan ,  James Pratt ,  Steven Belz

IPC: H04B17/00

CPC classification number: H04W52/287 ,  H04J11/0069

Abstract: A method of modifying a configuration setting of a portable communication device based on an estimated change in transmission traffic. The method includes monitoring radio frequency (RF) signals at a first portable communication device. The RF signals include signals communicated by one or more other communication devices. The method further includes measuring a first number of transmissions communicated by the RF signals during a first time window and measuring a second number of transmissions communicated by the RF signals during a second time window. The first number of transmissions is compared to the second number of transmissions to estimate a change in transmission traffic. A configuration setting of the first portable communication device is modified from a first setting to a second setting based on the estimated change in transmission traffic.

Abstract translation: 一种基于估计的传输业务变化来修改便携式通信设备的配置设置的方法。 该方法包括在第一便携式通信设备处监视射频（RF）信号。 RF信号包括由一个或多个其他通信设备传送的信号。 该方法还包括测量在第一时间窗口期间由RF信号传送的第一数量的传输，并且在第二时间窗口期间测量由RF信号传送的第二数量的传输。 将第一数量的传输与第二数量的传输进行比较以估计传输业务的变化。 基于估计的传输业务的变化，将第一便携式通信设备的配置设置从第一设置修改为第二设置。

公开(公告)号：US20100039393A1

公开(公告)日：2010-02-18

申请号：US12192662

申请日：2008-08-15

Applicant: James Pratt ,  Sarah Everett ,  Marc Sullivan

Inventor： James Pratt ,  Sarah Everett ,  Marc Sullivan

IPC: G06F3/041

CPC classification number: G06F3/04886 ,  G06F3/0236 ,  G06F3/0414 ,  G06F3/0482

Abstract: A system and methodology that can enter different text based on an amount of pressure exerted on a key of an electronic device is provided. The system employs one or more sensors located on the key to collect pressure data. A pressure detection component selects text associated with the currently applied pressure. A user can modify the selected text by adjusting the pressure applied to the key. Once the desired text is selected, the user releases pressure from the key and a text entry component enters the selected text.

Abstract translation: 提供了可以基于施加在电子设备的键上的压力的量来输入不同文本的系统和方法。 系统采用位于钥匙上的一个或多个传感器来收集压力数据。 压力检测组件选择与当前施加的压力相关联的文本。 用户可以通过调整应用于该键的压力来修改所选择的文本。 一旦选择了所需的文本，用户从键释放压力，并且文本输入组件输入所选文本。