Patents Examined by S Chang
  • Method for managing a quick distribution of images
    Patent number: 6701302
    Abstract: The present invention concerns a method for managing a quick distribution of images. The method comprises the following steps: receiving, from a user, at least one image associated with a messaging system address; digitizing said at least one image when the image is not in digital form; storing said at least one image on a server; and sending a message to the messaging system address associated with said at least one image giving the information that said at least one image is available on the server.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2004
    Assignee: Eastman Kodak Company
    Inventors: Pierre Schaeffer, Nicolas P. Touchard, Olivier Seignol, Jean-Marie Vau, Dale F. McIntyre