Abstract: A media system comprising a broadcast system, a telecommunication system, a content processing system, and a user terminal. While a media stream is broadcast, a group of content items associated with the media stream are generated. The content items are presented in the user terminal in a first mode, wherein a presentation element corresponding to a content item is changed to another presentation element according to the timing information of the content item, or in a second mode wherein a presentation element is changed to another presentation element in response to a user action. Transition from the second mode is allowed only by authorization according to a pre-defined procedure. The interactive operations are thus controlled by the user and thus not overridden by content timed or pushed to the user terminal for display.

Abstract: A state menu selection system that provides a function control set relating to an active application, maps at least one function from the function control set to at least one input device, and activates a function from the control set upon activation of the corresponding input device.

Abstract: A system is provided that includes a first terminal, and a second terminal engaged in a communication session with the first terminal across one or more networks. The system also includes a third terminal capable of communicating with the second terminal across a short-range communication link between with the second terminal. The second terminal or the third terminal is capable of receiving an identifier of the third terminal or the second terminal, respectively, across the short-range communication link. Thereafter, the terminal receiving the identifier is capable of communicating with the communication network(s) based upon the identifier to thereby join the third terminal in the communication session between the first and second terminals.

Abstract: A method including: receiving an incoming message; parsing the content of the incoming message to identify content of the incoming message; and creating a pop-up notification that depends upon identified content.

Abstract: Network-based determination of user content preferences involves determining preferences of a plurality of users via respective network-capable processing devices of the users. The preferences are collected via a network entity and merged to form a group preference associated with the plurality of users.

Abstract: A device stores one or more compression rules for an action language. Upon receipt of a signal from a tag (such as an RFID tag, a visual tag, or an audio tag), a compressed data stream corresponding to the tag is decoded from the signal. Based on the one or more compression rules, one or more action parameters are derived from the compressed data stream. With these parameters, a corresponding action is performed. The action may include communicating across a wireless communications network as well as obtaining content from a remote content provider. Also the action may include storing data, such as a contact entry, or a calendar event.

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for alerting users of audio and/or video broadcasts. A user of a first media player may create a tune alert message and transmit the message to a second media player. The second media player may parse or decipher the message and reconfigure a tuner module to receive and process the identified content.

Abstract: A solution for providing a media content stream to a mobile terminal of a wireless communication network is provided. The media stream content (e.g. Television programs) may be provided to the user terminals either through a conventional broadcasting system or through the wireless communication network. The user of the mobile terminal may choose which-system should be used in the reception. At least a portion of the media content being broadcasted through a broadcasting system may be transmitted to the mobile terminal through the wireless communication network at the same time.

Abstract: An arrangement for indicating a state of a device comprising a magnet and a coil configured such that one is moveable relative to the other such that, when the device is shaken, the coil generates electrical power and a controller configured to be powered by the coil, to determine the state of the device and to set an output device so as to indicate the state of the device.

Abstract: A mobile telecommunications system, and associated methods and mobile communication terminals, is suitable for use by a first user of a first mobile communication terminal and a second user of a second mobile communication terminal, the mobile telecommunications system comprising electronic messaging infrastructure capable of conveying a non-language message, generated in response to an actuation by said first user of an input device included in said first terminal, from said first terminal to said second terminal, such that said non-language message is automatically received and performed in a user interface of the second terminal without manual intervention by said second user.

Abstract: A method in electronic messaging in a mobile telecommunications network for mobile communication terminals is disclosed. The method involves, in a sender terminal, the steps of generating an electronic message, associating the electronic message with a message notification, and representing the electronic message and the message notification in a signal which is transmittable over the mobile telecommunications network to a receiver terminal. The signal is adapted, when received in the receiver terminal, for performance of the message notification in a user interface of the receiver terminal as a notification of the reception of the electronic message. Further disclosed are an associated method in a receiver terminal, and a sender terminal and a receiver terminal capable of performing the respective method, as well as a system including such sender and receiver terminals.

Abstract: A mobile communication apparatus capable of presenting themes, a telecommunication system comprising a such apparatus, and a corresponding method are disclosed. The apparatus comprises a processor arranged to generate an audio signal in response to a set theme. The audio signal comprises a speech signal, wherein speech of the speech signal have voice characteristics which depend on the theme. Alternatively, processor is arranged to set a theme in response to contact information stored in a contact information database of the appatatus and associated with actions performed by the apparatus.

Abstract: The invention is defined by systems, methods and applications for establishing a short-range communication link between digital devices for the purpose of transferring data between the devices. The first device generates and displays a visual code that encodes the address of the first device and the location of data element desired to be transferred. A second device, which implements image capture capability, captures the visual code and decodes such to determine the address of the first device and the location of the data element. Upon decoding, the second device will automatically initiate the short-range communication link between the first and second digital devices and the transfer of the data element from the first device to the second device will ensue.

Abstract: A method and system for playing a distributed game over a wireless telecommunications network is disclosed. The game is initiated when a game server sends a task (e.g., a question) to a first group of mobile terminals. Each mobile terminal may either respond to the task (e.g., submit an answer) or forward the task to another mobile terminal. Once a mobile terminal forwards the task, that mobile terminal no longer retains the task. The game ends when a mobile terminal submits a correct task response, when a global time limit ends, or when all mobile terminals have submitted incorrect responses. Responses and forwards can be sent using any known data messaging technique.

Abstract: A method of using a normal music file, such as an MP3 file, stored in a mobile terminal to produce a ringing tone. The music file comprises a plurality of file segments, some of the segments having associated data identifying the segments such that when the mobile terminal receives a telephone call or message, one or more of the identified segments are used to produce the ringing tone. The associated data can be stored as header information of the music file or stored in a separate memory. The associated data can be provided by a data service from which the music file is purchased. Alternatively, the file segments to be used to produce the ringing tone are selected by the user and the associated data is also provided by the user using a software program.

Abstract: A media device and a method of enhancing the use of a media device are provided. The media device is configured to receive a broadcast media stream transmitted by a broadcast system by the media. A contact list comprising contact information of is maintained. The media device receives over a radio interface of a cellular telecommunication system a service transmission associated with the broadcast media stream, the service transmission comprising information about the content of the broadcast media stream. The contact list is updated on the basis of the received service.

Abstract: A mobile terminal having a multi-medial user interface, a controller and a memory is presented. The memory is adapted to store a plurality of profiles, each profile defining a respective behavior pattern of the multi-medial user interface and being definable by a user of the mobile terminal. The controller is adapted to provide a first control parameter representative of a desired profile as selected by the user. The controller is also adapted to provide a second control parameter representative of a contextual status of the mobile terminal. The controller is adapted to modify a behavior pattern of the multi-medial user interface depending on the first and second control parameters.

Abstract: A system is provided that includes a first terminal, and a second terminal engaged in a communication session with the first terminal across one or more networks. The system also includes a third terminal capable of communicating with the second terminal across a short-range communication link between with the second terminal. The second terminal or the third terminal is capable of receiving an identifier of the third terminal or the second terminal, respectively, across the short-range communication link. Thereafter, the terminal receiving the identifier is capable of communicating with the communication network(s) based upon the identifier to thereby join the third terminal in the communication session between the first and second terminals.

Abstract: This invention relates to a system and a method for distributing an invitation to one or more communication terminals connected in a wireless communications network. The system and method enables a user of a communication terminal to invite other users of communication terminals to a shared media experience, such as watching a television transmission at the same time, while the users may be at different locations.

Abstract: A media system comprising a broadcast system, a telecommunication system, a content processing system, and a user terminal. While a media stream is broadcast, a group of content items associated with the media stream are generated. The content items are presented in the user terminal in a first mode, wherein a presentation element corresponding to a content item is changed to another presentation element according to the timing information of the content item, or in a second mode wherein a presentation element is changed to another presentation element in response to a user action. Transition from the second mode is allowed only by authorization according to a pre-defined procedure. The interactive operations are thus controlled by the user and thus not overridden by content timed or pushed to the user terminal for display.