Abstract: A management system and method of assigning credit for unprintable images provided by a customer. When unprintable frames are submitted for processing, such as scanning, printing or storage, the method allows the photofinisher to keep track of the number of image submitted for processing and assigns credit for to the customer's account for unprintable images. As an example of redeeming such credit, when the number of unprintable images equals a pre-set criterion, such as the number of frames in a roll, a free roll of film could be issued to the customer.

Abstract: Improved index prints for photofinishing services are provided where the imagettes are grouped by event or subject matter. Permanently attached index print labels incorporating these and other features are provided for digital still image storage devices are also provided. A magnifying storage case which allows easier viewing of the index prints is also provided.

Abstract: A method for scheduling motion picture and promotional content for an audience at an exhibitor site includes the steps of: assembling an electronic play list (62) for the motion picture and for related promotional content. The play list (62) identifies at least one time slot (64) for presentation of the promotional content. An ad auction entry (32) is posted, soliciting a bid from an advertisement provider for purchase of the time slot (64). In response to a received bid, an advertisement is provided for the time slot (64) so that the advertisement can be downloaded from a networked advertisement provider.

Abstract: A computer software product and method of organizing and manipulating a plurality of images captured in a variety of different circumstances and over a period of time. The images can be automatically manipulated so as to improve the visual appeal between images The software product allows a user to select images for placement into at least one group.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for the manufacture of a two-sided image product is disclosed, comprising the steps of: providing a web of media having an image bearing side and a non-image bearing side; printing a plurality of undetermined images on the image bearing side; applying an adhesive to the non image bearing side; moving the web of media in a direction longitudinal to the web; forming a crease line on the web of media, the crease line running in the longitudinal direction along the web; and folding the web of media along the crease line so that the non-image bearing side contacts itself so as to adhere the non-image bearing side to itself.

Abstract: A system for organizing images obtained from at least one image retaining device having a unique ID. The system includes a computer having database for storing digital images and a management section for managing customer orders and said stored digital images. The management section is capable of receiving and storing said unique ID of the at least one image retaining devices and registering the image retaining device to a customer. The computer automatically associating a particular goods and/or services to images obtained from the at least one image retaining device.

Abstract: A method for broadcasting a promotional message (304) for an entertainment event, where the promotional message (304) is directed to recipients having at least one predetermined attribute. A database (314) is queried by an exhibitor (320) to obtain a network address for each of a plurality of users having said at least one predetermined attribute. The promotional message (304) for the event is then broadcast to provide an offer to these addresses. Upon receipt of an acceptance response to the offer, a token (306), such as a pass or coupon, is provided to the responding recipient to be presented by the user for admission.

Abstract: Printing apparatus for printing an image on a selected surface, includes a print head for printing the image, respective supports for the print head that allow the print head to translate left and right along an x-axis and to translate up and down along a y-axis perpendicular to the x-axis to move the print head over the selected surface, and respective supports for the print head that allow the print head to translate forward and rearward along a z-axis perpendicular to the x-and y-axes and to swing in a plurality of curves from the z-axis in order to adjust the print head for surface variations on the selected surface.

Abstract: Improved index prints for photofinishing services are provided where the imagettes are grouped by event or subject matter. Permanently attached index print labels incorporating these and other features are provided for digital still image storage devices are also provided. A magnifying storage case which allows easier viewing of the index prints is also provided.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for printing an image on a large surface area or walkway provides for imagewise marking of the surface with a color marking solution, to form a visible image on the surface during an image recording mode of a marking engine. The marking engine includes a scanner and the marking engine moves along the surface and operates the scanner to sense a crude image upon the surface and generates data signals representing the crude image or boundaries defined by the crude image scanned. In response to data signals the marking engine is operated to print an enhanced image of the crude image and/or to color the crude image so that the printing overlies the crude image.

Abstract: Improved index prints for photofinishing services are provided where the imagettes are grouped by event or subject matter. Permanently attached index print labels incorporating these and other features are provided for digital still image storage devices are also provided. A magnifying storage case which allows easier viewing of the index prints is also provided.

Abstract: A method and computer software product for the categorization and/or retrieving of digital images. At least one selection category having at least one image icon is provided for association with the image to be categorized and/or retrieved. The software product is designed for personalization by the user and allows the formation of personalized image icon.

Abstract: A method for promoting the sale of a product for a potential customer at a predetermined location includes providing an electronic display and electronic display control unit for controlling the display at the predetermined location proximate to where at least one product is being displayed, such electronic display control unit having an electronic address and being adapted to be connected to a network; a product supplier providing promotional information via the network to a server related to at least one product; and providing identifiers on the at least one product being displayed.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a system, method, and software product for linking a digital photographic imaging service requester to a service provider selected from a plurality of different service providers. The system includes providing a services directory which includes entries for a plurality of services, each service associated with at least one of the plurality of different service providers. A requester selects a service that is to be applied respect to a digital image. The system automatically provides the requester with a list of one or more of the plurality of different service providers based on a criterion. The requester then selects one of the plurality of different service providers from the list. The user then submits a request for a desired service to the selected service provider and the provider provide the desired service.

Abstract: An electronic camera and system for capturing of digital images, and wireless transmission of the captured images to a recipient. The camera includes a selection device for creating an electronic content identifier to be associated with a digital image file in the camera that identifies a recipient that the associated digital image file is to be forwarded.

Abstract: A method for transmitting at least one digital image file between first and second devices, the first and second devices having limited range wireless transceivers; a user operating the first device selecting at least one electronic address designating said at least one second device; and said first device broadcasting at least one digital image file and the at least one selected electronic address until received and stored by one or more third non-designated devices. The method compares the received at least one selected electronic address to a stored electronic address belonging to said third non-designated device and automatically re-broadcasting the at least one digital image file if the received at least one selected electronic address does not match the stored electronic address of said at least one third non-designated device; and said at least one second device receiving and storing said at least one digital image file.

Abstract: A method for displaying a motion picture received as a digital data stream and having selectable scene content, by obtaining audience metrics, such as demographic data, and, based on these metrics, selecting replaceable image elements (202) from alternate frame (200) content or from selectable scenes (174a1, 174a2) to be inserted into the image display data stream (180).

Abstract: A method for displaying a motion picture received as a digital data stream and having selectable scene content, by obtaining audience metrics, such as demographic data, and, based on these metrics, selecting replaceable image elements (202) from alternate frame (200) content or from selectable scenes (174a1, 174a2) to be inserted into the image display data stream (180), as purchased by an advertiser (260).

Abstract: A method for dynamically altering content of digital cinema image frames (200) having a variable content display area (204). Metadata corresponding to each alterable image frame (200) is provided, the metadata defining boundaries of the variable content display area (204). Alternate content (208) is provided and is adapted for the variable content display area (204), according to the metadata. Alternate content (208) is then inserted into the digital cinema image data stream.

Abstract: A method of printing a multi-color image on a particular surface, using a digital image file having a discrete number of pixels that collectively represent the multi-color image, comprises: determining a relatively large area of the multi-color image that is represented by less than the total number of pixels, but which pixels each have a common printing color component; forming an outline of the determined relatively large image area on the particular surface the multi-colored image is to be printed; providing a colored receiver layer within the formed outline that is the same color as the common color component, but which color has a selected low color value; applying a non-colored receiver to an area on the particular surface that is outside the formed outline on the particular surface, to provide a non-colored receiver layer on the particular surface in addition to the colored receiver layer on the particular surface; modifying the digital image file by subtracting the selected low color value from the pi