Patents Assigned to VIVINT, INC.
  • Systems and methods for operating remote presence security
    Patent number: 9311795
    Abstract: A computer-implemented method for remote presence security is described. In one embodiment, an event is detected in relation to a premises. Upon detecting the event, a location of an occupant of the premises is determined in relation to the premises. Upon determining the occupant is a predetermined distance away from the premises, a first type of notification is sent. The first type of notification includes a display of real-time video being captured at the premises.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2016
    Assignee: Vivint, Inc.
    Inventor: Jefferson Lyman
  • Remote talk down to panel, camera and speaker
    Patent number: 9306762
    Abstract: Methods and systems are described for storing video content collected by a home automation system. According to at least one embodiment, an apparatus for accessing video content collected by a home automation system includes a processor, a memory in electronic communication with the processor, and instructions stored in the memory which are executable by a processor to receive at a remote device live video content from a camera of the home automation system, and initiate real-time, two-way audio communication between the remote device and a user of the home automation system via the camera.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2016
    Assignee: Vivint, Inc.
    Inventor: Jeremy B. Warren
  • Geo-location services
    Patent number: 9250085
    Abstract: A method for geo-location services is described. In one embodiment, the method includes monitoring, via a sensor, a location of a service provider in relation to a predetermined location and receiving a request for a current status of the service provider. The current status includes a current location of the service provider and a current job-related status of the service provider. Upon determining the current status of the service provider, a notification including the current status of the service provider is generated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 2, 2016
    Assignee: VIVINT, INC.
    Inventors: Jungtaik Hwang, Matthew J. Eyring, James E. Nye, Jeremy B. Warren
  • Expandable in-wall antenna for a security system control unit
    Patent number: 9240625
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an expandable antenna for a security system that is installed within a wall. The security system may include a control unit. The control unit may include a casing that houses one or more internal components of the control unit and a radio-frequency (RF) communication module that is situated within the casing. The RF communication module includes an antenna connected that is exposed to the exterior of the casing. An expandable antenna connects to the antenna connector. The expandable antenna is fit through an aperture in a wall and is then expanded to an enlarged size within the gap of the wall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 19, 2016
    Assignee: Vivint, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian V. Skarda, Chester Ferry
  • SECURITY CAMERA PRIVACY SHUTTER
    Publication number: 20150350612
    Abstract: A method for improving privacy of security cameras is described. In one embodiment, predetermined events are monitored via a security camera. The security camera may include an optical barrier. At least one of the predetermined events is detected via the security camera. Based on detecting at least one of the predetermined events, the optical barrier is repositioned, via the security camera, in relation to a camera lens of the security camera.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2014
    Publication date: December 3, 2015
    Applicant: Vivint, Inc.
    Inventors: Nic Brunson, Wade Shearer, Michael Warner, Stefan Walger, Michael David Child
  • MANAGING STAFFING REQUIREMENTS
    Publication number: 20150347955
    Abstract: A computer-implemented method to manage staffing requirements is disclosed. The method may comprise creating a network of employees. The method may also determine if a staffing level from the network of employees satisfies a threshold and may also poll one or more employees from the network of employees based in at least in part on the determining step. In some embodiments, the method may predict a potential staffing shortage. Predicting the staffing shortage may include identifying a physical location of a scheduled employee prior to a scheduled shift and determining the identified physical location of the scheduled employee is greater than a distance threshold.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2014
    Publication date: December 3, 2015
    Applicant: Vivint, Inc.
    Inventor: Greg Fairbanks
  • DETERMINING OCCUPANCY WITH USER PROVIDED INFORMATION
    Publication number: 20150347916
    Abstract: Methods and systems are described for determining occupancy with user provided information. According to at least one embodiment, a method for determining occupancy with user provided information includes using at least one sensor to detect occupancy in a building over time, determining a predictive schedule based on the occupancy detected with the at least one sensor, and requesting information relevant to the predictive schedule from a user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2014
    Publication date: December 3, 2015
    Applicant: Vivint, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeremy B. Warren, Brandon Bunker, Jefferson Lyman, Jungtaik Hwang
  • CONTROLLING A BUILDING SYSTEM BASED ON REAL TIME EVENTS
    Publication number: 20150323915
    Abstract: Methods and systems are described for controlling parameters in a building. According to at least one embodiment, a method for controlling a building system includes using at least one sensor to detect occupancy in a building over time, determining a predictive schedule based on the occupancy detected with the at least one sensor, and associate real time events that occur simultaneously with an occupancy state of the predictive schedule.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2014
    Publication date: November 12, 2015
    Applicant: Vivint, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeremy B. Warren, Brandon Bunker, Jefferson Lyman, Jungtaik Hwang
  • VOICE CONTROL COMPONENT INSTALLATION
    Publication number: 20150324179
    Abstract: A method for voice control component installation is described. In one embodiment, a speech recognizable input spoken by an installer is identified, the speech recognizable input relating to installation of a system component. The system component is in communication with a control panel. An installation task for the system component is performed according to the speech recognizable input.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2014
    Publication date: November 12, 2015
    Applicant: Vivint, Inc.
    Inventor: James E. Nye
  • HOME AUTOMATION VIA VOICE CONTROL
    Publication number: 20150324706
    Abstract: Methods and systems are described for setting operation rules for use in controlling aspects of a home automation system. According to at least one embodiment, an apparatus for establishing operation rules in a home automation system includes a processor, a memory in electronic communication with the processor, and instructions stored in the memory which are executable by the processor to receive a spoken command having a plurality of rule setting terms, establish at least one operation rule for the home automation system based on the spoken command, and store the at least one operation rule for later use by the home automation system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2014
    Publication date: November 12, 2015
    Applicant: Vivint, Inc.
    Inventor: Jeremy B. Warren
  • WEATHER BASED NOTIFICATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR HOME AUTOMATION
    Publication number: 20150325096
    Abstract: Methods and systems are described for generating weather related notices using features of a home automation system. According to at least one embodiment, an apparatus for generating weather related notices with a home automation system includes a processor, a memory in electronic communication with the processor, and instructions stored in the memory. The instructions are executable by the processor to receive weather data about current weather conditions, receive status information about at least one barrier of a property monitored by the home automation system, and generate at least one notice based at least in part on the weather data and the status information.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2014
    Publication date: November 12, 2015
    Applicant: Vivint, Inc.
    Inventor: Brandon Gordon Hatch
  • EMPLOYEE TIME AND PROXIMITY TRACKING
    Publication number: 20150327011
    Abstract: Systems and methods for tracking employee time and proximity are described. According to at least one embodiment, a computer-implemented method to track employees in disclosed. The method may comprise registering a mobile device associated with an employee and recognizing when the mobile device associated with the employee enters a location. The method may include monitoring the mobile device once it enters the location and generating a report based at least in part on the monitoring.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2014
    Publication date: November 12, 2015
    Applicant: Vivint, Inc.
    Inventor: Greg Fairbanks
  • SPRINKLER CONTROL SYSTEMS AND METHODS
    Publication number: 20150319942
    Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices are described for controlling a sprinkler system, including an apparatus for sprinkler system control that includes a processor, a memory in electronic communication with the processor, and instructions stored in the memory. The instructions are executable by the processor to receive operation instructions for the sprinkler system from a source that is separate from a control panel of the sprinkler system, and operate valves of the sprinkler system independent of instructions from the control panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2014
    Publication date: November 12, 2015
    Applicant: Vivint, Inc.
    Inventor: Jeffrey G. Thomas
  • SETTING UP A SYSTEM WITH A MOBILE DEVICE
    Publication number: 20150324210
    Abstract: Methods and systems are described for setting up a security and/or automation system. According to at least one embodiment, a method for setting up the security or automation system includes receiving a communication from a mobile device associated with installing a system peripheral device at a control unit and executing an installation task based on the communication.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2014
    Publication date: November 12, 2015
    Applicant: Vivint, Inc.
    Inventor: Richard Scott Carlson
  • AUTOMATED WASTE MANAGEMENT
    Publication number: 20150307273
    Abstract: A method for enabling automated waste management is described. In one embodiment, data related to an event detected via a sensor coupled to a trash receptacle is received. A waste collection vehicle is configured to collect trash directly from the trash receptacle. The data related to the detected event is processed. A notification is generated based on the processing of the data. In some cases, a notification based on a determination of a volume of trash within the trash receptacle is generated, where the volume is determined via a ranging sensor. A notification is generated based on a determination of a weight of the trash within the trash receptacle, where the weight is determined via a load sensor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2014
    Publication date: October 29, 2015
    Applicant: Vivint, Inc.
    Inventor: Jefferson Lyman
  • SAVING VIDEO CLIPS ON A STORAGE OF LIMITED SIZE BASED ON PRIORITY
    Publication number: 20150312341
    Abstract: Methods and systems are described for storing video content collected by a home automation system. According to at least one embodiment, an apparatus for accessing video content collected by a home automation system includes a processor, a memory in electronic communication with the processor, and instructions stored in the memory which are executable by a processor to receive video content associated with an event, determine a priority level of the video content based on at least one predetermined criteria, and store the video content for a period of time based on the priority level.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 24, 2014
    Publication date: October 29, 2015
    Applicant: Vivint, Inc.
    Inventor: Rodney David Smith
  • Indoor camera
    Patent number: D743467
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2015
    Assignee: VIVINT, INC.
    Inventor: Abhijeet Bhattacharya
  • Outdoor mount for home security system
    Patent number: D744321
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2015
    Assignee: VIVINT, INC.
    Inventors: Stephen Edward Boynton, Wallace E. Day
  • Outdoor CPE radio
    Patent number: D748597
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 2, 2016
    Assignee: VIVINT, INC.
    Inventors: Stephen Edward Boynton, Abhijeet Bhattacharya
  • Router
    Patent number: D749064
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2016
    Assignee: VIVINT, INC.
    Inventors: Abhijeet Bhattacharya, Stephen Edward Boynton, Venkat Kalkunte