Google llc (20240163499). PERSISTENT MEDIA PLAYER simplified abstract

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PERSISTENT MEDIA PLAYER

Organization Name

google llc

Inventor(s)

Justin Lewis of Marina del Rey CA (US)

Gavin James of Los Angeles CA (US)

PERSISTENT MEDIA PLAYER - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240163499 titled 'PERSISTENT MEDIA PLAYER

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a patent application for a persistent media player displayed in a scrollable document on an electronic device.

  • The method involves displaying a first portion of a scrollable document containing a media player, receiving input to scroll to a second portion, and displaying the second portion while keeping the media player visible.

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in various media applications such as video streaming services, music players, e-books, and social media platforms.

Problems Solved

1. Users can easily access and control media playback while scrolling through content without interruptions. 2. Provides a seamless user experience by allowing continuous media playback while navigating through a document.

Benefits

1. Enhanced user experience with uninterrupted media playback. 2. Improved user interface design for media applications. 3. Increased user engagement and interaction with media content.

Potential Commercial Applications

"Persistent Media Player Technology for Enhanced User Experience"

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to persistent media players in scrollable documents, but specific examples are not provided in the abstract.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology impact battery life on electronic devices?

The abstract does not mention any details about the potential impact on battery life when using the persistent media player. It would be important to understand if this technology consumes more power compared to traditional media players.

Are there any limitations to the types of media formats supported by the persistent media player?

It is not clear from the abstract whether the persistent media player supports all types of media formats or if there are any limitations. Understanding the compatibility of the media player with different formats would be crucial for potential users and developers.


Original Abstract Submitted

a persistent media player is disclosed. a method for providing the persistent media player includes displaying, by an electronic device, a first portion of a scrollable document in a user interface (ui) of an application executed on the electronic device. the first portion includes a media player that is to present a first media item. the method further includes receiving an input to scroll to a second portion of the scrollable document. the method also includes displaying the second portion of the scrollable document, where the first portion is no longer visible and where the media player continues to be visible.