Abstract: A system and method for presenting out of band content on a TV includes an out of TV band receiver such as a radio that receives content peer to peer from other TVs, or from a server. The content is cached at the receiving TV and is played on the TV automatically in response to a predetermined rule being satisfied, or on demand from the viewer, giving the appearance of a real time connection.

Abstract: A componentized TV system having a video display and audio speakers in wireless communication with a computer. The computer adjusts the audio settings of the speakers based on their distance to the display to optimize the listening experience.

Abstract: A system and method for enhancing viewer group enjoyment of a TV program by providing a means for each viewer to express his opinion. Each viewer has a remote control device that can be used to generate votes, reviews, and decisions related to TV programs. These viewer expressions or results thereof are superimposed over the TV program being watched, so that viewers can express their opinions about a program non-verbally in a fun and relevant way. The TV can be automatically tuned or otherwise controlled based on the viewer expressions.

Abstract: A system and method for establishing TV audio/video/program guide settings, based on a biosensor signal representative of viewer mood.

Abstract: A system and method for establishing a filtered subset of TV or radio programs based on a group of viewer profiles. A removable media hub is connected or incorporated into a TV, with the hub receiving removable media that contain and store viewers' profiles. The electronic program guide of the TV or access to channels is filtered based on the profiles contained in the removable media. The programming choices can be filtered based on an analysis of the congruity (intersections, disparities, etc.) of the individual profiles which are active in the hub, giving a set of choices representing common interests of the group.

Abstract: A method of personalizing information presented at a host web site includes obtaining personal data about a user during a visit to the host web site, and after obtaining the personal data, monitoring the content of other web sites visited by the user. During subsequent visits by the user to the host web site, the content of the information presented by the host web site to the user is personalized so that the content of the information is related to the content of the other web sites visited by the user and/or the personal data obtained for the user.