Patents Assigned to JBF Interlude 2009 LTD
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Patent number: 11934477Abstract: A method for presenting an interactive video to a user. The method includes providing an application layer including at least one first user interface (UI) element, providing a video player layer including at least one second UI element, the video player layer being integrated in the application layer and configured to present the interactive video to the user, receiving a first user interaction associated with the at least one first UI element, and dynamically modifying the interactive video and/or the at least one second UI element included in the video player layer based on the first user interaction.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 2021Date of Patent: March 19, 2024Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Jonathan Bloch, Tal Zubalsky, Yuval Hofshy, Alon Benari
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Patent number: 11900968Abstract: Methods and systems for dynamic bookmarking in branched video are described. An application provides a video tree having a plurality of video segments, with each video segment including a predefined portion of one or more paths in the video tree, and each path being associated with a different video presentation. One of the paths in the video tree is traversed based on one or more decisions made by a user during playback of the video presentation associated with the path being traversed. A selection of a particular location in the path being traversed is received by the application, which stores a bookmark of the location for subsequent retrieval. The bookmark identifies a sequence of video segments in the video tree having been traversed to reach the location. The structure of the video tree is modified, and the bookmark is automatically updated, if necessary. At a later time, the application receives a selection of the stored bookmark and seeks to the bookmarked location.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2022Date of Patent: February 13, 2024Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Jonathan Bloch, Barak Feldman, Tal Zubalsky, Yuval Hofshy, Amiel Shapiro
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Patent number: 11882337Abstract: Systems and methods generating interactive videos on an automated platform are provided herein. The example methods can include receiving data associated with at least one physical item and receiving video content comprising a visual presentation of the physical item. The method can include receiving a selection of a predetermined template, in which the template comprising a plurality of modules organized in a tree structure. The method can further include organizing the video content into the predetermined template to form organized video content, and embedding an object in a portion of the organized video content to form an interactive video, in which the object is based on the received data and is configured to enable at least one of: (i) user interaction with the physical item; or (ii) a link to a webpage associated with the physical item.Type: GrantFiled: May 28, 2021Date of Patent: January 23, 2024Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Jonathan Bloch, Tal Zubalsky, Yuval Hofshy, Alon Benari
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Patent number: 11856271Abstract: In a method and accompanying system for providing symbiotic media content, one or more advertising units comprising advertising video content are received at a user device. During the playback of primary video content to a user of the device, a plurality of user interface controls are displayed, with each control being associated with a respective advertising unit. On receiving an interaction with one of the controls, the primary video content is combined with the advertisement associated with the selected control, forming a symbiotic video. The symbiotic video is presented to the user and, on completion thereof, playback of the primary video content is continued.Type: GrantFiled: May 26, 2016Date of Patent: December 26, 2023Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Jonathan Bloch, Barak Feldman, Tal Zubalsky, Yuval Hofshy, Alon Benari
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Patent number: 11804249Abstract: Systems and methods for providing adaptive and responsive media are disclosed. In various implementations, a video for playback is received at a user device having a plurality of associated properties. Based on at least one of the properties, a first state of the video is configured, and the video is presented according to the first state. During playback of the video, a change in one of the device properties is detected, and the video is seamlessly transitioned to a second state based on the change.Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2019Date of Patent: October 31, 2023Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Jonathan Bloch, Tal Zubalsky, Yuval Hofshy, Barak Feldman
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Patent number: 11601721Abstract: The presentation of an interactive video is dynamically modified based on a user profile. A first interactive video can be represented by a first video tree defining multiple branches in the first interactive video, with each branch having one or more video segments. Information is tracked including (i) the content of video segments played during presentation of the first interactive video and/or (ii) decisions of a user made during the presentation of the first interactive video. A user profile having measured attributes is generated based on the tracked information. The profile can then be used in dynamically modifying the presentation of a second interactive video.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 2018Date of Patent: March 7, 2023Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Jonathan Bloch, Barak Feldman, Tal Zubalsky, Yuval Hofshy, Itay Sasson
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Patent number: 11563915Abstract: A method of presenting media content is disclosed. A plurality of assets is received at a mobile device comprising a display and an orientation sensor. The plurality of assets comprises a first video asset associated with a first aspect ratio, and a second video asset associated with a second aspect ratio, different from the first aspect ratio. A desired aspect ratio is determined based on an output of the orientation sensor. In accordance with a determination that the desired aspect ratio is closer to the first aspect ratio than to the second aspect ratio, the first video asset is selected. In accordance with a determination that the desired aspect ratio is closer to the second aspect ratio than to the first aspect ratio, the second video asset is selected. The selected video is presented at the desired aspect ratio via the display.Type: GrantFiled: January 14, 2020Date of Patent: January 24, 2023Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Robert A. Post, Jr., Blake Barnes, Joseph Burfitt, Eric Buehl, Clifton Smith
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Patent number: 11553024Abstract: Systems and methods for dynamically weighting media segments and paths in a structured media presentation are disclosed. The structured media presentation can be, for example, a video tree representing a branching video presentation and defining multiple branches, each defining a path of one or more video content segments. Different portions of the video tree are associated with weights, and during playback of the branching video presentation, a video content segment is automatically selected for presentation based on one or more of the associated weights.Type: GrantFiled: May 24, 2021Date of Patent: January 10, 2023Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Opher Vishnia, Jonathan Bloch, Barak Feldman, Tal Zubalsky, Yuval Hofshy
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Patent number: 11528534Abstract: A video library interface provides a listing of interactive videos and information associated with the videos and is dynamically updated as a user views the videos and makes decisions that affect the playback of the episodes. More specifically, an interactive video that includes different traversable video paths is provided to and interacted with by a user. Based on user interactions received during presentation of the video, different video paths within the interactive video are traversed. In addition, a video library display including a visual depiction of information associated with a plurality of videos is provided. The video library display is dynamically modified based on one or more interactions made by the user with respect to the interactive video.Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 2020Date of Patent: December 13, 2022Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Jonathan Bloch, Tal Zubalsky, Yuval Hofshy, Barak Feldman
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Patent number: 11501802Abstract: Computer-implemented methods and systems for creating non-interactive, linear video from video segments in a video tree. Selectably presentable video segments are stored in a memory, with each segment representing a predefined portion of one or more paths in a traversable video tree. A linear, non-interactive video is automatically created from the selectably presentable video segments by traversing at least a portion of a first path in the video tree and, upon completion, is provided to a viewer for playback.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2020Date of Patent: November 15, 2022Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Jonathan Bloch, Barak Feldman, Tal Zubalsky, Yuval Hofshy
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Patent number: 11490047Abstract: Described herein are systems and methods for dynamically adjusting an aspect ratio of a video. Exemplary methods can include receiving (i) a video having an original aspect ratio and at least one user interface (UI) element configured to be selected by a user of the video and (ii) an aspect ratio of a display screen for presenting the video. The methods can include automatically determining a display area of the video to be presented based on (i) the default position of the at least one UI element in the video, (ii) an active area in the video, and/or (iii) a central area in the video, the display area having an aspect ratio equal to the aspect ratio of the display screen; and presenting the video display area in the display screen with the at least one UI element for at least the portion of the video.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 2019Date of Patent: November 1, 2022Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Jonathan Bloch, Barak Feldman, Tal Zubalsky, Yuval Hofshy, Tomer Lahav
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Patent number: 11412276Abstract: Multiple video streams are simultaneously received, with each stream including a plurality of portions. A video comprising a first portion of a first one of the video streams is presented. Prior to completing the presentation of the first portion, a second portion of the first video stream is appended onto the video. Then, prior to completing the presentation of the second portion, a second video stream is selected based on a user interaction received with respect to the video, and a portion of the second video stream is appended onto the video.Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 2014Date of Patent: August 9, 2022Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Jonathan Bloch, Barak Feldman, Tal Zubalsky, Yuval Hofshy, Alon Benari, Matan Ariel
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Patent number: 11348618Abstract: Methods and systems for dynamic bookmarking in branched video are described. An application provides a video tree having a plurality of video segments, with each video segment including a predefined portion of one or more paths in the video tree, and each path being associated with a different video presentation. One of the paths in the video tree is traversed based on one or more decisions made by a user during playback of the video presentation associated with the path being traversed. A selection of a particular location in the path being traversed is received by the application, which stores a bookmark of the location for subsequent retrieval. The bookmark identifies a sequence of video segments in the video tree having been traversed to reach the location. The structure of the video tree is modified, and the bookmark is automatically updated, if necessary. At a later time, the application receives a selection of the stored bookmark and seeks to the bookmarked location.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2020Date of Patent: May 31, 2022Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Jonathan Bloch, Barak Feldman, Tal Zubalsky, Yuval Hofshy, Amiel Shapiro
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Patent number: 11314936Abstract: A system and method for assembling segments of recorded music or video from among various versions or variations of a recording, into a new version or composition, such that a first segment of a first version of a recorded work is attached to a segment of a second segment of a second version of the recorded work, to create a new version of the recorded work.Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 2015Date of Patent: April 26, 2022Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventor: Jonathan Bloch
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Patent number: 11245961Abstract: Methods and supporting systems collect data associated with interactive videos user engagement and dynamically adapt an interactive video application and/or interactive video content and detect anomalous behaviors based on the data.Type: GrantFiled: February 18, 2020Date of Patent: February 8, 2022Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Jonathan Bloch, Tal Zubalsky, Yuval Hofshy, Barak Feldman
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Patent number: 11232458Abstract: During the presentation of an interactive video, a user may interact with the interactive video by, e.g., making selections, choosing options, etc. related to one or more aspects of the interactive video. Such events and details regarding the events may be recorded, stored, and analyzed in the context of one or more campaigns associated with the interactive video, such as marketing campaigns, advertising campaigns, interactive examinations, etc. Once the details regarding the events have been stored, reports may be extracted based upon the details detailing any desired information relevant to the one or more campaigns.Type: GrantFiled: February 24, 2011Date of Patent: January 25, 2022Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Jonathan Bloch, Barak Feldman, Tal Zubalsky, Kfir Y. Rotbard
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Patent number: 11164548Abstract: In a method and supporting system for intelligent buffering of large scale videos, a video presentation includes a plurality of sub-videos, each associated with a field of view. During presentation of the large scale video, sub-videos within a user's field of view are loaded and presented to the user, and sub-videos in proximate fields of view are loaded for potential presentation. On identifying a change in the user's field of view to one of the proximate fields of view, sub-videos are loaded for presentation within the new field of view. In a method and supporting system for seamless transitions in large scale videos, a video having a plurality of sub-videos is provided for presentation to a user, and distraction levels based on video content and user interactions are tracked. A transition point for the video is identified based on one or both distraction levels, and a sub-video is changed to a different sub-video at the transition point.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2015Date of Patent: November 2, 2021Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Jonathan Bloch, Barak Feldman, Tal Zubalsky, Yuval Hofshy, Alon Benari
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Patent number: 11128853Abstract: In a method and supporting system for intelligent buffering of large scale videos, a video presentation includes a plurality of sub-videos, each associated with a field of view. During presentation of the large scale video, sub-videos within a user's field of view are loaded and presented to the user, and sub-videos in proximate fields of view are loaded for potential presentation. On identifying a change in the user's field of view to one of the proximate fields of view, sub-videos are loaded for presentation within the new field of view. In a method and supporting system for seamless transitions in large scale videos, a video having a plurality of sub-videos is provided for presentation to a user, and distraction levels based on video content and user interactions are tracked. A transition point for the video is identified based on one or both distraction levels, and a sub-video is changed to a different sub-video at the transition point.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2015Date of Patent: September 21, 2021Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Jonathan Bloch, Barak Feldman, Tal Zubalsky, Yuval Hofshy, Alon Benari
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Patent number: 11050809Abstract: Systems and methods for dynamically weighting media segments and paths in a structured media presentation are disclosed. The structured media presentation can be, for example, a video tree representing a branching video presentation and defining multiple branches, each defining a path of one or more video content segments. Different portions of the video tree are associated with weights, and during playback of the branching video presentation, a video content segment is automatically selected for presentation based on one or more of the associated weights.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2016Date of Patent: June 29, 2021Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Opher Vishnia, Jonathan Bloch, Barak Feldman, Tal Zubalsky, Yuval Hofshy
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Patent number: 10885944Abstract: Methods and systems for dynamic bookmarking in branched video are described. An application provides a video tree having a plurality of video segments, with each video segment including a predefined portion of one or more paths in the video tree, and each path being associated with a different video presentation. One of the paths in the video tree is traversed based on one or more decisions made by a user during playback of the video presentation associated with the path being traversed. A selection of a particular location in the path being traversed is received by the application, which stores a bookmark of the location for subsequent retrieval. The bookmark identifies a sequence of video segments in the video tree having been traversed to reach the location. The structure of the video tree is modified, and the bookmark is automatically updated, if necessary. At a later time, the application receives a selection of the stored bookmark and seeks to the bookmarked location.Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 2020Date of Patent: January 5, 2021Assignee: JBF Interlude 2009 LTDInventors: Jonathan Bloch, Barak Feldman, Tal Zubalsky, Yuval Hofshy, Amiel Shapiro