18130848. ACTIVITY REMINDERS simplified abstract (SONY GROUP CORPORATION)
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ACTIVITY REMINDERS
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Inventor(s)
Marvin Demerchant of San Diego CA (US)
ACTIVITY REMINDERS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18130848 titled 'ACTIVITY REMINDERS
- Simplified Explanation:**
The patent application relates to methods for detecting television programs, recording play time periods, determining break points, and presenting reminder notifications to users during these break points.
- Key Features and Innovation:**
- Detecting a program being presented on a television
- Recording the play time period of the program
- Determining when the play time period meets a predetermined threshold value
- Determining a target break point in the program
- Presenting a reminder notification to the user during the target break point
- Potential Applications:**
This technology could be used in smart TVs, streaming services, and DVR systems to enhance the viewing experience for users.
- Problems Solved:**
This technology addresses the issue of users missing important parts of a television program due to distractions or interruptions.
- Benefits:**
- Improved user experience
- Increased engagement with television content
- Enhanced control over viewing habits
- Commercial Applications:**
The technology could be implemented in smart TVs, streaming platforms, and DVR devices to attract users looking for a more interactive and personalized viewing experience.
- Prior Art:**
Prior art related to this technology may include patents or research on interactive television systems, program recording methods, and user engagement strategies in media consumption.
- Frequently Updated Research:**
Research on user behavior in television viewing, advancements in smart TV technology, and innovations in personalized content recommendations could be relevant to this technology.
- Questions about Television Viewing:**
1. How does this technology improve the overall television viewing experience? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology on a large scale?
Original Abstract Submitted
Implementations generally relate to television viewing. In some implementations, a method includes detecting a program being presented on a television. In some implementations, a method includes recording a play time period that the television has been showing the program. In some implementations, the method includes determining when the play time period meets a predetermined threshold value. In some implementations, the method includes determining a target break point in the program in response to the play time period meeting the predetermined threshold value. In some implementations, the method includes presenting a reminder notification to a user during the target break point.
