Patents by Inventor Esther Zheng
Esther Zheng has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 11259064Abstract: A method for wirelessly connecting a first device with an external second device includes wirelessly communicating between the first device and the external second device. Based on the wireless communication, the first device causes displaying of a dynamic graphic pattern on a display of the external second device. The dynamic graphic pattern having a shape that changes over time. A camera of the first device receives the dynamic graphic pattern. The first device recognizes the dynamic graphic pattern associated with the external second device. Data is wirelessly transferred between the first device and the external second device based on the recognized dynamic graphic pattern.Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 2019Date of Patent: February 22, 2022Assignee: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.Inventors: Praveen Kashyap, Can Gurbag, Esther Zheng, Jason Meachum, Michael Bringle
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Publication number: 20200077131Abstract: A method for wirelessly connecting a first device with an external second device includes wirelessly communicating between the first device and the external second device. Based on the wireless communication, the first device causes displaying of a dynamic graphic pattern on a display of the external second device. The dynamic graphic pattern having a shape that changes over time. A camera of the first device receives the dynamic graphic pattern. The first device recognizes the dynamic graphic pattern associated with the external second device. Data is wirelessly transferred between the first device and the external second device based on the recognized dynamic graphic pattern.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 6, 2019Publication date: March 5, 2020Inventors: Praveen Kashyap, Can Gurbag, Esther Zheng, Jason Meachum, Michael Bringle
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Patent number: 10516910Abstract: A method for pairing a first device with a second device includes receiving, by the first device, a dynamic graphic pattern having a shape that changes over time. The dynamic graphic pattern being associated with the second device for pairing with the second device. The first device recognizes the dynamic graphic pattern associated with the second device. The second device is paired if the dynamic graphic pattern associated with the second device is recognized.Type: GrantFiled: January 10, 2018Date of Patent: December 24, 2019Assignee: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.Inventors: Praveen Kashyap, Can Gurbag, Esther Zheng, Jason Meachum, Michael Bringle
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Patent number: 10027676Abstract: A method and system for multi-user, multi-device content access metering and control is provided. In one embodiment, a system implements a method such that in response to user login requests, the system controls login access by providing multiple users login access to plural electronic devices capable of communicating via a communication system. Further, in response to user content access actions, the system controls access to content by selectively providing content to said one or more users via said one or more electronic devices based on content access policies.Type: GrantFiled: April 8, 2011Date of Patent: July 17, 2018Assignee: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.Inventors: Dang Tran, Fabio Gava, Yingnan Zhu, Andrew Shelansky, Michael Lovelace, Esther Zheng
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Publication number: 20180131988Abstract: A method for pairing a first device with a second device includes receiving, by the first device, a dynamic graphic pattern having a shape that changes over time. The dynamic graphic pattern being associated with the second device for pairing with the second device. The first device recognizes the dynamic graphic pattern associated with the second device. The second device is paired if the dynamic graphic pattern associated with the second device is recognized.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 10, 2018Publication date: May 10, 2018Inventors: Praveen Kashyap, Can Gurbag, Esther Zheng, Jason Meachum, Michael Bringle
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Patent number: 9948974Abstract: An electronic device includes an imaging device to capture image data. At least one processor is configured to: process the image data to determine whether the image data includes a graphic that changes over time, and pair the electronic device with a second electronic device in response to a determination that the image data includes the graphic that changes over time.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2016Date of Patent: April 17, 2018Assignee: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Inventors: Praveen Kashyap, Can Gurbag, Esther Zheng, Jason Meachum, Michael Bringle
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Patent number: 9467486Abstract: A system for facilitating a multi-user video chat session, wherein the system comprises multiple electronic client devices and a server. The server receives, from each client device, an information unit representing user activity at the client device. The server selects one or more information units based on measurements of user activity in the information units received. The server generates a combined video stream including said selected one or more information units, wherein the combined video stream is sent to at least one client device.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2013Date of Patent: October 11, 2016Assignee: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Inventors: Can Gurbag, Esther Zheng, Jason Meachum, Michael Bringle, Naiqi Jin, Praveen Kashyap
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Publication number: 20160277783Abstract: An electronic device includes an imaging device to capture image data. At least one processor is configured to: process the image data to determine whether the image data includes a graphic that changes over time, and pair the electronic device with a second electronic device in response to a determination that the image data includes the graphic that changes over time.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 2, 2016Publication date: September 22, 2016Inventors: Praveen Kashyap, Can Gurbag, Esther Zheng, Jason Meachum, Michael Bringle
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Patent number: 9361541Abstract: A method for device pairing including displaying at least one image having a first characteristic using a first application by a first electronic device. It is determined if the image is recognizable. If the image is determined to be recognizable, pairing the first electronic device with a second electronic device.Type: GrantFiled: December 11, 2013Date of Patent: June 7, 2016Assignee: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Inventors: Praveen Kashyap, Can Gurbag, Esther Zheng, Jason Meachum, Michael Bringle
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Publication number: 20150163542Abstract: A method for device pairing including displaying at least one image having a first characteristic using a first application by a first electronic device. It is determined if the image is recognizable. A second electronic device sends a time stamped first command to a server including the image. The first electronic device sends a time stamped second command to the server including the image. The server pairs the first electronic device with the second electronic device based on matching the time stamp of the first command, the time stamp of the second command and the image.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 25, 2014Publication date: June 11, 2015Applicant: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Inventors: Praveen Kashyap, Can Gurbag, Esther Zheng, Jason Meachum, Michael Bringle
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Publication number: 20150161477Abstract: A method for device pairing including displaying at least one image having a first characteristic using a first application by a first electronic device. It is determined if the image is recognizable. If the image is determined to be recognizable, pairing the first electronic device with a second electronic device.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2013Publication date: June 11, 2015Applicant: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS COMPANY, LTD.Inventors: Praveen Kashyap, Can Gurbag, Esther Zheng, Jason Meachum, Michael Bringle
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Publication number: 20150117674Abstract: A method for audio coordination. The method includes connecting electronic devices to a communication session. Distinct signals are assigned to each of the electronic devices. Input streams are established from one or more of the electronic devices. Signals are detected within the input streams. One or more electronic devices are selected for eliminating input streams based on an audio fidelity threshold.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 24, 2013Publication date: April 30, 2015Applicant: Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd.Inventors: Jason Meachum, Michael Bringle, Esther Zheng, Can Gurbag
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Publication number: 20140282111Abstract: A system for facilitating a multi-user video chat session, wherein the system comprises multiple electronic client devices and a server. The server receives, from each client device, an information unit representing user activity at the client device. The server selects one or more information units based on measurements of user activity in the information units received. The server generates a combined video stream including said selected one or more information units, wherein the combined video stream is sent to at least one client device.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2013Publication date: September 18, 2014Applicant: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.Inventors: Can Gurbag, Esther Zheng, Jason Meachum, Michael Bringle, Naiqi Jin, Praveen Kashyap
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Publication number: 20140118392Abstract: A system and method for dynamically changing the display parameters of a display device. The system includes a server that obtains information about display content, environmental factors and user preferences affecting the display device. This information is used to generate initial display parameters which can be downloaded to the display device. The display device can use the initial display parameters to select final display parameters based upon sensed real-time information about the display device, the user preferences and environmental factors affecting the display device.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 6, 2014Publication date: May 1, 2014Applicant: Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd.Inventors: Dang Van Tran, Esther Zheng
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Patent number: 8643662Abstract: A system and method for dynamically changing the display parameters of a display device. The system includes a server that obtains information about display content, environmental factors and user preferences affecting the display device. This information is used to generate initial display parameters which can be downloaded to the display device. The display device can use the initial display parameters to select final display parameters based upon sensed real-time information about the display device, the user preferences and environmental factors affecting the display device.Type: GrantFiled: April 22, 2009Date of Patent: February 4, 2014Assignee: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Inventors: Dang Van Tran, Esther Zheng
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System and method for interacting with a media device using faces and palms of video display viewers
Patent number: 8150102Abstract: Systems and method which allow for user interaction with and control of televisions and other media device are disclosed. A television set is provided with a face and/or palm detection device configured to identify faces and/or palms and map them into coordinates. The mapped coordinates may be translated into data inputs which may be used to interact with applications related to the television. In some embodiments, multiple faces and/or palms may be detected and inputs may be received from each of them. The inputs received by mapping the coordinates may include inputs for interactive television programs in which viewers are asked to vote or rank some aspect of the program.Type: GrantFiled: August 27, 2008Date of Patent: April 3, 2012Assignee: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Inventors: Esther Zheng, Dang Van Tran, Richard Whitney, Jason Rowe -
Publication number: 20110185437Abstract: A method and system for multi-user, multi-device content access metering and control is provided. In one embodiment, a system implements a method such that in response to user login requests, the system controls login access by providing multiple users login access to plural electronic devices capable of communicating via a communication system. Further, in response to user content access actions, the system controls access to content by selectively providing content to said one or more users via said one or more electronic devices based on content access policies.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 8, 2011Publication date: July 28, 2011Applicant: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.Inventors: Dang Tran, Fabio Gava, Yingnan Zhu, Andrew Shelansky, Michael Lovelace, Esther Zheng
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Publication number: 20110078161Abstract: A system and method for sharing and displaying lists among multiple users is disclosed. In one embodiment, the method comprises receiving a first list of items from a first user device, generating a sorted list based on at least the first list and a second list, and displaying the sorted list. Multiple lists of items can be received from user devices having a small screen and the sorted list can be displayed on a large screen viewable by the multiple users of the user devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2009Publication date: March 31, 2011Applicant: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Inventors: Dang Tran, Andrew Shelansky, Esther Zheng, Michael Lovelace
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Publication number: 20100271390Abstract: A system and method for dynamically changing the display parameters of a display device. The system includes a server that obtains information about display content, environmental factors and user preferences affecting the display device. This information is used to generate initial display parameters which can be downloaded to the display device. The display device can use the initial display parameters to select final display parameters based upon sensed real-time information about the display device, the user preferences and environmental factors affecting the display device.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 22, 2009Publication date: October 28, 2010Applicant: Samsung Electronics Co, Ltd.Inventors: Dang Van Tran, Esther Zheng
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INTERACTING WITH A MEDIA DEVICE USING FACES AND PALMS OF VIDEO DISPLAY VIEWERS
Publication number: 20100054534Abstract: Systems and method which allow for user interaction with and control of televisions and other media device are disclosed. A television set is provided with a face and/or palm detection device configured to identify faces and/or palms and map them into coordinates. The mapped coordinates may be translated into data inputs which may be used to interact with applications related to the television. In some embodiments, multiple faces and/or palms may be detected and inputs may be received from each of them. The inputs received by mapping the coordinates may include inputs for interactive television programs in which viewers are asked to vote or rank some aspect of the program.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 27, 2008Publication date: March 4, 2010Applicant: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Inventors: Esther Zheng, Dang Van Tran, Richard Whitney, Jason Rowe