20240015341. Method and Apparatus for Interactive Live Streaming Events simplified abstract (InLive, Inc.)
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Method and Apparatus for Interactive Live Streaming Events
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Pravin Kumar of Palo Alto CA (US)
Calvin Lui of San Francisco CA (US)
Method and Apparatus for Interactive Live Streaming Events - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240015341 titled 'Method and Apparatus for Interactive Live Streaming Events
Simplified Explanation
The abstract of this patent application describes a video streaming service that incorporates additional content into the video stream based on specific triggers such as time occurrences, the presence of a particular image, or a particular audio cue. This additional content provides relevant information related to the currently streamed video. Users can customize their experience by creating a user profile that filters the auxiliary content according to their preferences.
- The video streaming service includes an auxiliary content database.
- Additional content is composited with the video stream when specific triggers are detected.
- Triggers can be time occurrences, the presence of a particular image, or a particular audio cue.
- The additional content provides relevant information related to the current video.
- Users can create a user profile to filter the auxiliary content based on their preferences.
Potential Applications:
- Enhancing educational videos by providing supplementary information or explanations.
- Adding interactive elements to entertainment videos, such as quizzes or games.
- Enriching live sports broadcasts with real-time statistics or player profiles.
- Improving training videos by overlaying step-by-step instructions or additional tips.
Problems Solved by this Technology:
- Lack of additional context or information while watching videos.
- Difficulty in accessing relevant information related to the video content.
- Limited customization options for users to personalize their video streaming experience.
Benefits of this Technology:
- Enhanced user engagement and interaction with video content.
- Improved learning experience through supplementary information.
- Personalized video streaming based on user preferences.
- Increased value and utility of video streaming services.
Original Abstract Submitted
a video streaming service provides an auxiliary content database serving additional content composited with the video stream upon detection of a time occurrence, the presence of a particular image, or a particular audio cue, the additional content providing additional information relevant to the current streamed video. a user profile allows filtration of auxiliary content according to user preferences.
