18532814. ATTENTION CONTROL IN MULTI-USER ENVIRONMENTS simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)
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ATTENTION CONTROL IN MULTI-USER ENVIRONMENTS
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Inventor(s)
Divine Keetle-maloney of Santa Clara CA (US)
Steven A. Marchette of Saratoga CA (US)
David Hobbins of Venice CA (US)
ATTENTION CONTROL IN MULTI-USER ENVIRONMENTS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18532814 titled 'ATTENTION CONTROL IN MULTI-USER ENVIRONMENTS
The patent application describes devices, systems, and methods that provide a view of an environment with a visual effect based on a determined objective.
- During a communication session involving a second device, a view of an environment with one or more objects is presented.
- An objective of a second user of the second device is determined during the communication session, corresponding to identifying a featured object in the environment.
- A view of the environment with a visual effect is provided in accordance with the determined objective.
Potential Applications: - Augmented reality applications - Interactive gaming experiences - Virtual tours and exploration - Educational tools for visual learning - Collaborative design and planning tools
Problems Solved: - Enhancing user engagement during communication sessions - Providing interactive and personalized visual experiences - Facilitating remote collaboration and interaction - Improving user interaction with digital environments - Enhancing the overall user experience in virtual settings
Benefits: - Enhanced user engagement and interaction - Personalized and interactive visual experiences - Improved communication and collaboration - Increased user satisfaction and enjoyment - Potential for innovative applications in various industries
Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Interactive Visual Experiences for Communication Sessions This technology could be utilized in: - Virtual meeting platforms - Online gaming platforms - E-learning platforms - Virtual event hosting services - Augmented reality advertising campaigns
Questions about the technology: 1. How does this technology enhance user engagement during communication sessions? 2. What are the potential implications of this technology for virtual reality applications?
Original Abstract Submitted
Various implementations disclosed herein include devices, systems, and methods that provide a view of an environment with a visual effect based on a determined objective. For example, an example process may include presenting a view of an environment including one or more objects during a communication session involving a second device. The process may further include determining, during the communication session, an objective of a second user of the second device corresponding to identifying a featured object in the environment. The process may further include, in accordance with the determined objective, providing a view of the environment with a visual effect.
