Abstract: The description relates to predicting terms based on text inputted by a user. One example includes a computing device comprising a processor configured to send, over a communications network, the text to a remote prediction engine. The processor is configured to send the text to a local prediction engine stored at the computing device, and to monitor for a local predicted term from the local prediction engine and a remote predicted term from the remote prediction engine, in response to the sent text. The computing device includes a user interface configured to present a final predicted term to the user such that the user is able to select the final term. The processor is configured to form the final predicted term using either the remote predicted term or the local predicted term on the basis of a time interval running from the time at which the user input the text.

Abstract: The description relates to predicting terms based on text inputted by a user. One example includes a computing device comprising a processor configured to send, over a communications network, the text to a remote prediction engine. The processor is configured to send the text to a local prediction engine stored at the computing device, and to monitor for a local predicted term from the local prediction engine and a remote predicted term from the remote prediction engine, in response to the sent text. The computing device includes a user interface configured to present a final predicted term to the user such that the user is able to select the final term. The processor is configured to form the final predicted term using either the remote predicted term or the local predicted term on the basis of a time interval running from the time at which the user input the text.

Abstract: Apparatus, method, and computer program code for producing composite image. A method comprises: obtaining (150) a first image (130) with first depth information; obtaining (152) a second image (132) with second depth information; detecting (154) regions of interest in the first image (130); segmenting (156) the regions of interest into individual layers; performing (158) image compensation for the individual layers according to the first depth information so that in image compensated individual layers a perspective and/or a viewpoint of the first image (130) is modified to be more similar with the second image (132); and rendering (160) the image compensated individual layers with the second image (132) utilizing the first depth information and the second depth information in order to produce a composite image (134).

Abstract: Apparatus, method, and computer program code for producing composite image. A method comprises: obtaining (150) a first image (130) with first depth information; obtaining (152) a second image (132) with second depth information; detecting (154) regions of interest in the first image (130); segmenting (156) the regions of interest into individual layers; performing (158) image compensation for the individual layers according to the first depth information so that in image compensated individual layers a perspective and/or a viewpoint of the first image (130) is modified to be more similar with the second image (132); and rendering (160) the image compensated individual layers with the second image (132) utilizing the first depth information and the second depth information in order to produce a composite image (134).

Abstract: Systems and methods are described for generating and displaying augmented reality (AR) content. In an embodiment, a user captures a reference image of a scene using an AR device such as a headset or a tablet computer. The AR device automatically identifies 2D geometric features, such as edges, in the reference image. The user selects a 2D geometric feature and operates the AR device to generate a 3D geometric element by extrapolating the selected 2D feature into three dimensions using, for example, extrusion and lathe operations. The generated elements may be displayed by the AR device as an augmented reality overlay on the scene. The AR device may upload the generated elements to a networked content manager for sharing and viewing on the AR devices of other users.

Abstract: The description relates to predicting terms based on text inputted by a user. One example includes a computing device comprising a processor configured to send, over a communications network, the text to a remote prediction engine. The processor is configured to send the text to a local prediction engine stored at the computing device, and to monitor for a local predicted term from the local prediction engine and a remote predicted term from the remote prediction engine, in response to the sent text. The computing device includes a user interface configured to present a final predicted term to the user such that the user is able to select the final term. The processor is configured to form the final predicted term using either the remote predicted term or the local predicted term on the basis of a time interval running from the time at which the user input the text.

Abstract: A computerized system, method, and automated rebate processing machine for handling reversal of a promotion-related transaction is provided. The automated rebate processing machine receives a rebate request for an amount due to a user, and receives account information associated with the user. The automated rebate processing machine stores the account information, and electronically transfers an amount due to the user to an account identified by the account information. The automated rebate processing machine subsequently receives an indication that the purchase transaction is being reversed, and electronically collects the transferred amount from the account identified by the account information.

Abstract: A system, method, and apparatus for providing promotions. The system receives a user-initiated request for a transaction and obtains, from a storage device of the system, information identifying one or more past purchases or present purchases of the user. The system determines, based on the information, a promotion to present to the user, and determines a promotional identifier associated with the promotion. The system outputs, with machine readable information, the promotional identifier to the user.

Abstract: A system for providing instant rebates to a customer at a point of sale includes a kiosk by which the customer initiates a rebate process by presenting a machine readable document having rebate information generated by a retailer's POS system. The customer may initiate an electronic funds transfer to the customer's account for amount of the rebate due, or alternately receive a printed check or a store card with a credit balance redeemable at the point of sale. The kiosk may report rebates in real time and have additional functionality to assist manufacturers and retailers for other marketing purposes.

Abstract: A nurse call system includes an integrated locating system. The system includes room-level IR/RFID tracking features. Transition zones incorporate hysteresis to identify transition lines for entering a specific room or location. Capabilities of located persons or assets may be associated with patient treatment plans and/or care alerts based on proximity. Confidence levels may be determined based on information received from multiple tracking systems.

Abstract: A system for providing instant rebates to a customer at a point of sale includes a kiosk by which the customer initiates a rebate process by presenting a machine readable document having rebate information generated by a retailer's POS system. The customer may initiate an electronic funds transfer to the customer's account for amount of the rebate due, or alternately receive a printed check or a store card with a credit balance redeemable at the point of sale. The kiosk may report rebates in real time and have additional functionality to assist manufacturers and retailers for other marketing purposes.

Abstract: A system and method for buying tickets for games or lotteries in which a seller receives predicted game or lottery outcome data communicated from a buyer over a communication path. The seller generates a printed ticket based on the received outcome data and the seller transfers the printed ticket to a custodian that holds the printed ticket on behalf of the buyer. The custodian transmits data relating to the printed ticket to the buyer over the communication path and notifies the buyer if the printed ticket corresponds to an actual game or lottery outcome.

Abstract: Glazing, thermally tempered to required standards, are produced more readily by tempering panes having a high coefficient of thermal expansion (greater than 93×10−7 per degree Centigrade) and for a low Fracture Toughness (less than 0.72 MPam1/2). Use of glasses selected according to the invention enables thin glazings (especially glazings less than 3 mm thick) to be tempered to automotive standard with improved yields using conventional tempering methods, and thicker glazings to be tempered at lower quench pressure than required hitherto. Suitable glasses include glasses comprising, in percentages by weight, 64 to 75%, SiO2, 0 to 5% Al2O3, 0 to 5% B2O3, 9 to 16% alkaline earth metal oxide other than MgO, 0 to 2% MgO, 15 to 18% alkali metal oxide and at least 0.05% total iron (calculated as Fe2O3).

Abstract: Glazing, thermally tempered to required standards, are produced more readily by tempering panes having a high coefficient of thermal expansion (greater than 93×10−7 per degree Centigrade) and for a low Fracture Toughness (less than 0.72 MPam½). Use of glasses selected according to the invention enables thin glazings (especially glazings less than 3 mm thick) to be tempered to automotive standard with improved yields using conventional tempering methods, and thicker glazings to be tempered at lower quench pressure than required hitherto. Suitable glasses include glasses comprising, in percentages by weight, 64 to 75% SiO2, 0 to 5% Al2O3, 0 to 5% B2O3, 9 to 16% alkaline earth metal oxide other than MgO, 0 to 2% MgO, 15 to 18% alkali mental oxide and at least 0.

Abstract: The invention relates to the press bending and tempering of glass sheets, especially for use as glazings in vehicles. When the press bending system is not located in a heated environment such as a furnace, it is important to maintain the glass sheets at a sufficiently high temperature for an adequate degree of temper to be achieved on quenching the sheet. The present invention provides a method of bending and tempering a thin glass sheet comprising pressing the substantially horizontal sheet between moulds having opposed complementary shaping surfaces, at least one of the surfaces being heated, and subsequently quenching the surfaces of the sheet characterised in that the heated shaping surface is maintained at a temperature in the range from 200.degree. C. to 350.degree. C.

Abstract: Glass sheets are press bent and tempered, especially for use as glazings in vehicles. Such glazings are required to be accurately bent to a complex shape while meeting high standards of optical quality and fracture safety at an acceptable cost. A method of bending and tempering a glass sheet is provided comprising heating the sheet in a furnace, including heating at least one portion of the sheet to a higher temperature than another portion, conveying the sheet out of the furnace and into a press bending station, shaping the sheet by pressing it between opposed complementary upper and lower press members, at least one of the members being internally heated, transferring the bent glass sheet onto a shuttle carrier ring conforming to the periphery of the sheet, and tempering the sheet while supported on the carrier ring. A corresponding apparatus is also described.