18524577. Multiple Flinging Devices in a Media Fling System simplified abstract (Comcast Cable Communications, LLC)

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Multiple Flinging Devices in a Media Fling System

Organization Name

Comcast Cable Communications, LLC

Inventor(s)

Corey Farrell of Lansdowne VA (US)

Randall Hounsell of Glen Mills VA (US)

Michael Connelly of Philadelphia PA (US)

Multiple Flinging Devices in a Media Fling System - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18524577 titled 'Multiple Flinging Devices in a Media Fling System

Simplified Explanation

The abstract of the patent application describes a content fling system and method that allows multiple users to fling content or media to the same output device simultaneously from different locations. It also enables a single content item to be played back on multiple output devices.

  • The content fling system supports multiple users flinging content simultaneously to the same output device.
  • Users can fling content from different locations.
  • A single content item can be played on multiple output devices.

Potential Applications

The technology could be applied in:

  • Multi-user streaming platforms
  • Collaborative media sharing applications

Problems Solved

The technology solves issues related to:

  • Simultaneous content sharing to a single output device
  • Seamless playback across multiple devices

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include:

  • Enhanced user experience
  • Improved collaboration and sharing capabilities

Potential Commercial Applications

The technology could be commercially applied in:

  • Media streaming services
  • Smart home entertainment systems

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art could be:

  • Multi-room audio systems that allow playback on multiple speakers simultaneously

Unanswered Questions

How does the system handle potential conflicts when multiple users try to fling content to the same output device simultaneously?

The system may prioritize based on user permissions or timestamps to resolve conflicts.

What types of content formats are supported by the content fling system?

The system may support various media formats such as audio, video, and images.


Original Abstract Submitted

Aspects of the disclosure relate to a content fling system and method. The content fling system may support a plurality of users flinging content or media at various times including simultaneously to the same output device. The content fling system may further support users flinging from various locations. The content fling system can also support a single content item being played back on a plurality of output devices.