Google llc (20240160680). Integration Of Web And Media Snippets Into Map Applications simplified abstract

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Integration Of Web And Media Snippets Into Map Applications

Organization Name

google llc

Inventor(s)

Victor Carbune of Zurich (CH)

Matthew Sharifi of Kilchberg (CH)

Integration Of Web And Media Snippets Into Map Applications - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240160680 titled 'Integration Of Web And Media Snippets Into Map Applications

Simplified Explanation

The technology described in the patent application involves integrating web content into a map application. When a query is sent from the map application, at least one relevant snippet of web content is received in response, which includes media or textual content from a web source formatted for display in the map application.

  • Query sent from map application
  • Relevant web content snippet received in response
  • Snippet includes media or textual content from web source
  • Content formatted for display in map application

Potential Applications

The technology could be used in various map applications to provide users with additional information related to their queries, such as reviews, photos, or news articles.

Problems Solved

This technology solves the problem of users having to switch between different applications or tabs to access relevant web content while using a map application.

Benefits

The integration of web content into the map application enhances the user experience by providing more comprehensive information in one place, improving efficiency and convenience.

Potential Commercial Applications

One potential commercial application of this technology could be in travel and tourism apps, where users can access reviews, recommendations, and other relevant information without leaving the map interface.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art could be the integration of external content into search engine results pages, where relevant snippets of web content are displayed alongside search results to provide additional context.

Unanswered Questions

How does the technology ensure the relevance of the web content snippets to the user's query?

The patent application does not provide details on the specific algorithms or methods used to determine the relevance of the web content snippets to the user's query.

What types of web sources are included in the integration of web content into the map application?

The patent application does not specify the range of web sources from which the snippets of content are retrieved, leaving room for interpretation on the diversity of sources included.


Original Abstract Submitted

the technology relates to integrating web content into a map application. a query is sent from the map application. at least one snippet of web content identified as relevant to the query is received in response to the query, the at least one snippet of content including a portion of media or textual content from a source on the web. the portion of media or textual content is formatted for display in the map application and output for display in the map application.