Patents Examined by Dirka C. Okeke
  • System and method for providing program-related content in a multi-services distribution system
    Patent number: 9699415
    Abstract: In an embodiment of the present invention, programming content and program-related content (PRC) cues are delivered to a subscriber via an interactive multi-service distribution network. The PRC cues comprise interactive visual elements that may be used to create a PRC object that is selectable by a subscriber. Upon selection of a PRC object, the subscriber receives PRC through a communication service separate from the video programming delivery service, VOD service, PVR service, and NDVR service.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2017
    Assignee: TIME WARNER CABLE ENTERPRISES LLC
    Inventors: Peter Stern, Joan Gillman