Patents by Inventor Jay Walker

Jay Walker has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR FACILITATING THE PROVISION OF OPINIONS TO A SHOPPER FROM A PANEL OF PEERS

Publication number: 20070220540

Abstract: In accordance with one or more embodiments, a system determines an image, selects a panel of participants, and outputs the image to each of the participants of the panel of participants. The image may be an image of a garment a shopper is considering purchasing, an image of the shopper wearing the garment, or an image of a virtual model of the shopper combined with an image of the garment. The panel of participants may be selected based on a characteristic associated with the shopper. The image may be output to the panel of participants along with a request for an opinion regarding the garment (e.g., “Buy It” or “Don't Buy It”). The responses may be collected from the participants and an indication of the results may be output to the shopper.

Type: Application

Filed: May 22, 2007

Publication date: September 20, 2007

Inventors: Jay Walker, Wen Lin, Russell Sammon, Norman Gilman, Geoffrey Gelman, Dean Alderucci
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OFFERING MULTIPLE PRODUCTS

Publication number: 20070219868

Abstract: A system and method for a supplier to offer multiple products to a first person and multiple pre-owned products to a second person is disclosed.

Type: Application

Filed: May 23, 2007

Publication date: September 20, 2007

Inventors: Jay Walker, Andrew Van Luchene, Deirdre O'Shea
SYSTEM FOR VENDING PHYSICAL AND INFORMATION ITEMS

Publication number: 20070210153

Abstract: A vending machine handles a purchase transaction by receiving a payment, receiving a product selection from the customer, and dispensing the product indicated by the product selection. As part of the same transaction, the vending machine offers an information item such as an audio recording or a video recording. The vending machine also receives from the customer a destination address, which may be an e-mail address. The vending machine or a system of which it is part transmits the information item to the received destination address.

Type: Application

Filed: May 8, 2007

Publication date: September 13, 2007

Inventors: JAY WALKER, DANIEL TEDESCO
METHODS, SYSTEMS AND APPARATUS FOR FACILITATING CASHOUT OPTIONS AT A GAMING DEVICE

Publication number: 20070213124

Abstract: An embodiment of the invention includes receiving a request for a cashout of a balance from a player. In response to receiving the cashout request, at least one benefit to offer is determined based upon the balance. A value of the benefit is greater than the cashout amount. An offer is provided to the player, which the player may accept in lieu of the cashout amount. In some embodiments, the player may accept the offer in lieu of a portion of the cashout amount or in addition to the cashout amount.

Type: Application

Filed: May 10, 2007

Publication date: September 13, 2007

Applicant: WALKER DIGITAL, LLC

Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Robert Tedesco, Stephen Tulley, Gregory Gelman, Daniel Tedesco
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR EMPLOYING FLAT RATE PLAY

Publication number: 20070213123

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided allowing a player to play a gaming device and receive a predetermined number of outcomes in exchange for a payment. The gaming device generates at least the predetermined number of outcomes, and adjusts a balance of the player device based on the outcomes. The player can continue playing regardless of whether the balance is less than zero.

Type: Application

Filed: March 26, 2007

Publication date: September 13, 2007

Inventors: Jay WALKER, James Jorasch, Geoffrey Gelman, Stephen Tulley, Steven Santisi, Norman Gilman
RETAIL SYSTEM FOR SELLING PRODUCTS BASED ON A FLEXIBLE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Publication number: 20070208625

Abstract: According to one described embodiment, a method is provided in which transaction information is determined. The transaction information is associated with (i) a buyer who has arranged to purchase a product from a central controller at a first price established between the buyer and the central controller and (ii) a merchant that offers the product for sale at a second price, different from the first price, without offering the product for sale to buyers at the first price. Information is transmitted that facilitates the acquisition of the product by the buyer, in exchange for payment provided by the buyer to the central controller. An amount based on the second price is provided to the merchant.

Type: Application

Filed: May 10, 2007

Publication date: September 6, 2007

Inventors: Jay Walker, Peter Kim, James Jorasch, Magdalena Mik, Daniel Tedesco, Russell Sammon, Andrew Golden, Raymod Mueller, Keith Bemer, Kathleen Luchene
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PLANNING AND CUSTOMIZING A GAMING EXPERIENCE

Publication number: 20070203971

Abstract: The invention includes a system and method for planning and customizing a gaming vacation. Initially, a central controller receives preference and configuration data from a user at a user terminal. A preparation code is then determined and associated with the configuration data. The configuration data and the associated preparation code are transmitted from the central controller to a casino server. The central controller provides feedback regarding the user's requests. The feedback may include, for example, marketing offers for the user and/or configuring a gaming device according to the configuration data associated with a preparation code received from a user at the gaming device.

Type: Application

Filed: August 17, 2006

Publication date: August 30, 2007

Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Jeoffrey Gelman, Norman Gilman, Scott Friesen, Steven Santisi
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FACILITATING PLAY OF LOTTERY GAMES

Publication number: 20070197279

Abstract: Some embodiments of the present invention are directed to providing lottery outcomes and other types of lottery information to a player (e.g., in accordance with one or more preferences of a player). In some embodiments, lottery information may be provided over a network, via postal mail, via CD-ROM, and/or via a set-top device.

Type: Application

Filed: June 16, 2006

Publication date: August 23, 2007

Inventors: JOHN PACKES, MICHAEL STEIB, ANDREW GOLDEN, JAMES JORASCH, JAY WALKER, THOMAS SPARICO, STEPHEN TULLEY, MICHAEL DOWNS
SLOT DRIVEN VIDEO STORY

Publication number: 20070191091

Abstract: A gaming system includes a network server connected to a plurality of gaming devices that are adapted to provide a video payout on each play based on a set of payout parameters. Memory at each gaming device stores payout parameters that correspond to each possible gaming result or outcome. When a play is initiated by a player, a gaming result is generated at a gaming device. The gaming device responds by accessing a corresponding payout parameter from the memory which may be a monetary amount, a video presentation segment or a combination thereof. If the payout is video, the network server receives the payout parameter and transmits video presentation segment to the gaming device accordingly. The gaming device then provides a video payout, in the form of displayed video presentation, to the player. The player thus receives at least one form of payment on each play.

Type: Application

Filed: February 22, 2007

Publication date: August 16, 2007

Inventors: Jay WALKER, James Jorasch, Thomas Sparico, Jesse Fink
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR USING CONDITIONAL PARAMETERS TO ALTERNATE BETWEEN WAGERING GAMES

Publication number: 20070191107

Abstract: A wagering method is provided that allows players or gaming establishments to specify conditions which when satisfied, reconfigure the gaming device to change game play from a first game to a second game. The condition may depend upon the value of a parameter-generally related to game play—to determine if the condition is valid and triggers the reconfiguration. The second game may be selected from a game on the same gaming device, from a game on a different gaming device, or a game played by a specific player.

Type: Application

Filed: April 17, 2007

Publication date: August 16, 2007

Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Robert Tedesco, Daniel Tedesco, Stephen Tulley
SLOT DRIVEN VIDEO STORY

Publication number: 20070191092

Abstract: A gaming system includes a network server connected to a plurality of gaming devices that are adapted to provide a video payout on each play based on a set of payout parameters. Memory at each gaming device stores payout parameters that correspond to each possible gaming result or outcome. When a play is initiated by a player, a gaming result is generated at a gaming device. The gaming device responds by accessing a corresponding payout parameter from the memory which may be a monetary amount, a video presentation segment or a combination thereof. If the payout is video, the network server receives the payout parameter and transmits video presentation segment to the gaming device accordingly. The gaming device then provides a video payout, in the form of displayed video presentation, to the player. The player thus receives at least one form of payment on each play.

Type: Application

Filed: February 22, 2007

Publication date: August 16, 2007

Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Thomas Sparico, Jesse Fink
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR EMPLOYING FLAT RATE PLAY

Publication number: 20070191094

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided allowing a player to play a gaming device and receive a predetermined number of outcomes in exchange for a payment. The gaming device generates at least the predetermined number of outcomes, and adjusts a balance of the player device based on the outcomes. The player can continue playing regardless of whether the balance is less than zero.

Type: Application

Filed: March 26, 2007

Publication date: August 16, 2007

Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Geoffrey Gelman, Stephen Tulley, Steven Santisi, Norman Gilman
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR VIDEO POKER

Publication number: 20070184889

Abstract: In accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention, a method is provided that comprises determining a first strategy for play of a game and a second strategy for play of the game, selecting at least one final outcome of the game that cannot result from the first strategy, and increasing a payout ratio associated with the selected at least one final outcome.

Type: Application

Filed: April 2, 2007

Publication date: August 9, 2007

Applicant: WALKER DIGITAL, LLC

Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Magdalena Fincham, Geoffrey Gelman
Method and apparatus for motivating players to return to a casino using premiums

Publication number: 20070173317

Abstract: A method of motivating players to return to a casino includes receiving a request to convert a predetermined value of casino currency to cash. Upon the receipt of the request, a premium value is calculated based at least in part on the predetermined value. Subsequently, the customer is provided an instrument having a total value equal to the predetermined value plus the premium value when the instrument is used at the casino. The instrument may comprise a check having a negotiable value equal to the predetermined value, and a second pay-line defining the total value with the premium to be provided if the check is cashed at the issuing casino.

Type: Application

Filed: June 23, 2004

Publication date: July 26, 2007

Inventors: Jays Walker, James Jorasch, Thomas Sparico
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DETERMINING A GAME SERIES COMPRISING A PLURALITY OF INDIVIDUALLY SELECTABLE WAGERING GAMES

Publication number: 20070173310

Abstract: A wagering method is provided that allows players or gaming establishments to specify conditions which when satisfied, reconfigure the gaming device to change game play from a first game to a second game. The condition may depend upon the value of a parameter -generally related to game play—to determine if the condition is valid and triggers the reconfiguration. The second game may be selected from a game on the same gaming device, from a game on a different gaming device, or a game played by a specific player.

Type: Application

Filed: July 7, 2006

Publication date: July 26, 2007

Inventors: Jay Walker, Robert Tedesco, James Jorasch, Daniel Tedesco, Stephen Tulley
SYSTEMS AND METHODS WHEREIN A LOTTERY NUMBER COMBINATION IS ASSOCIATED WITH A LIMITED NUMBER OF OCCURRENCES

Publication number: 20070167214

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided to facilitate lottery ticket transactions. A request to purchase a lottery ticket is received, the lottery ticket being associated with a lottery number combination, such as a limited number of lottery tickets or a limited number of players. An indication that the lottery number combination is to be associated with a limited number of occurrences is also received. For example, an indication that the lottery number combination is to be associated with only a single lottery ticket may be received. A price associated with the lottery ticket is determined based on the received indication. According to one embodiment the price is increased by a predetermined amount based on the received indication.

Type: Application

Filed: September 14, 2006

Publication date: July 19, 2007

Inventors: Stephen Tulley, John Packes, James Jorasch, Jay Walker, Patrick Buckley, Peter Vogel, Magdalena Fincham, Norman Gilman, Keith Bemer, Russell Sammon, William Van Vooren, Andrew Golden, Michael Steib
SYSTEMS AND METHODS WHEREIN A LOTTERY NUMBER COMBINATION IS ASSOCIATED WITH A LIMITED NUMBER OF OCCURRENCES

Publication number: 20070167213

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided to facilitate lottery ticket transactions. A request to purchase a lottery ticket is received, the lottery ticket being associated with a lottery number combination, such as a limited number of lottery tickets or a limited number of players. An indication that the lottery number combination is to be associated with a limited number of occurrences is also received. For example, an indication that the lottery number combination is to be associated with only a single lottery ticket may be received. A price associated with the lottery ticket is determined based on the received indication. According to one embodiment the price is increased by a predetermined amount based on the received indication.

Type: Application

Filed: September 14, 2006

Publication date: July 19, 2007

Inventors: Stephen Tulley, John Packes, James Jorasch, Jay Walker, Patrick Buckley, Peter Vogel, Magdalena Fincham, Norman Gilman, Keith Bemer, Russell Sammon, William Van Vooren, Andrew Golden, Michael Steib
Methods and systems for determining and selling outcomes for drawing games to be viewed remotely

Publication number: 20070167216

Abstract: In accordance with some embodiments, a plurality of outcomes are generated and used to create a video presentation of representative outcomes for one or more players (e.g., for a keno game, for a bingo game). The video presentation is recorded onto a tangible medium (e.g., DVD or CD-ROM) or otherwise provided to one or more players (e.g., a player may access the video presentation online). This allows one or more players to purchase a video presentation of (e.g., predetermined) outcomes in a jurisdiction in which gambling is legal yet view the presentation at the player's convenience (e.g., from any jurisdiction and at any time). At least one player who is associated with such a video presentation may subsequently redeem it for a redemption value associated therewith.

Type: Application

Filed: March 29, 2006

Publication date: July 19, 2007

Inventors: Jay Walker, Robert Tedesco, James Jorasch, Michael Patterson
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PRESENTING PAYOUT RANGES AND AUDIOVISUAL CLIPS AT A GAMING DEVICE

Publication number: 20070167221

Abstract: A gaming device presents a paytable with entries showing a range of outcome values. When the outcome displayed by the gaming device matches an entry on the paytable showing a range of outcome values, an audiovisual clip is played and the player is informed as to which precise value within the range of values is the actual outcome value. The particular audiovisual clip shown may provide an indication of where within the range the precise value lies by virtue of the particular clip's importance. The audiovisual clip is repurposed from its original purpose for use in the gaming device, and may be a clip from a movie, motion picture, television show, or the like.

Type: Application

Filed: March 12, 2007

Publication date: July 19, 2007

Inventors: Jay Walker, Michael Patterson, Robert Tedesco, James Jorasch
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONDUCTING A TRANSACTION BASED ON BRAND INDIFFERENCE

Publication number: 20070156529

Abstract: A method and apparatus allows a customer to indicate his or her brand indifference within a product category, and then receive a benefit for purchasing a product chosen by a third party from within this product category. This method and apparatus is particularly useful in differentiating between brand-loyal or brand-sensitive customers and brand-indifferent customers, and allows manufacturers to price-discriminate between these two types of customers.

Type: Application

Filed: March 14, 2007

Publication date: July 5, 2007

Inventors: Jay Walker, Andrew Van Luchene, Jonathan Otto, Magdalena Mik, Daniel Tedesco, Andrew Golden, Russell Sammon

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