Abstract: A system and method for intelligent operation and control of ductless HVAC devices in a manner similar to existing intelligent operation and control of central HVAC systems. In an embodiment, the system and method comprise using a smart thermostat to separately monitor the room temperature of a room in which a ductless HVAC device is installed, wherein the smart thermostat overrides the standard operation of the HVAC device by setting and re-setting the target temperature of the ductless HVAC device to force it to operate according to settings and algorithms of the smart thermostat which mimic the smart controls available on central HVAC systems.

Abstract: Systems and methods for intelligent operation and control of primitive infrared (IR) controlled devices and appliances that requires little or no modification of existing devices and appliances or their controllers. Systems and methods for converting conventional infrared (IR) remote controls of primitive IR controlled infrared (IR) controlled devices and appliances to networked and smart remote controls are described which enable the upgraded smart remote control to act as a for ductless HVAC appliances, flat-screen televisions, media players such as DVD and Blu-ray disc players, and other primitive infrared (IR) controlled devices. The technology presented enables one or multiple users to control, monitor, and manage their primitive infrared (IR) controlled devices and appliances smartly using a custom smartphone application linked to the upgraded smart thermostat remote.

Abstract: A system and method for a single integrated control solution for ducted and ductless HVAC systems which seamlessly connects the ductless and ducted HVAC units coming from various brands, with no restriction in what brand or HVAC unit the consumers use. The integrated control solution can control all of the units automatically based on settings established or selected by the user, and can be as simple or complex as the user desires.

Abstract: Systems and methods for intelligent operation and control of primitive IR-controlled devices and appliances that requires little or no modification of existing devices and appliances or their controllers, but allows for intelligent operation any number of these devices either directly or remotely through a computing device. Systems and methods for converting conventional infrared (IR) remote controls of primitive IR-controlled devices and appliances to networked and smart remote controls are described which enable the upgraded smart remote control to act as a smart controller for ductless HVAC appliances (mini split units, window heating and cooling units, and portable heating and cooling units), flat-screen televisions, media players such as DVD and Blu-ray disc players, and other primitive IR-controlled devices.

Abstract: A payment system may include ways for an entity, such as a restaurant, to provide ordering and payment services, among other services, to customers, who may use their own devices. For example, customers may use their own devices to order and pay for food or drinks that they pick up or consume at a restaurant.