Patents by Inventor Sebastien Hebert

Sebastien Hebert 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).

  • Publication number: 20250098044
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems that interact with users to provide access to media appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. For example, in certain exemplary embodiments, an entertainment system in a location is configured to provide jukebox-related and entertainment system mediated services that are accessible from within and from the outside of the location, and provide (1) attract or flight media operations, (2) browsing services, and/or (3) search screens appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. Such screens may be provided with a three-dimensional look-and-feel in certain exemplary embodiments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2024
    Publication date: March 20, 2025
    Inventors: Francois BEAUMIER, Remi DESMARAIS, Sebastien HEBERT, Loic GRATTON, Mounir KHENFIR, Ed RIVERA, Michael TOOKER, Christian POMPIDOR
  • Publication number: 20250081305
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems that interact with users to provide access to media appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. For example, in certain exemplary embodiments, an entertainment system in a location is configured to provide jukebox-related and entertainment system mediated services that are accessible from within and from the outside of the location, and provide (1) attract or flight media operations, (2) browsing services, and/or (3) search screens appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. Such screens may be provided with a three-dimensional look-and-feel in certain exemplary embodiments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2024
    Publication date: March 6, 2025
    Inventors: Francois BEAUMIER, Remi DESMARAIS, Sebastien HEBERT, Loic GRATTON, Mounir KHENFIR, Ed RIVERA, Michael TOOKER, Christian POMPIDOR
  • Patent number: 12177949
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems that interact with users to provide access to media appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. For example, in certain exemplary embodiments, an entertainment system in a location is configured to provide jukebox-related and entertainment system mediated services that are accessible from within and from the outside of the location, and provide (1) attract or flight media operations, (2) browsing services, and/or (3) search screens appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. Such screens may be provided with a three-dimensional look-and-feel in certain exemplary embodiments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2023
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2024
    Assignee: TOUCHTUNES MUSIC COMPANY, LLC
    Inventors: Francois Beaumier, Remi Desmarais, Sebastien Hebert, Loic Gratton, Mounir Khenfir, Ed Rivera, Michael Tooker, Christian Pompidor
  • Publication number: 20240385731
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems and, more particularly, certain exemplary embodiments relate to jukebox systems that incorporate digital downloading jukebox features along with karaoke jukebox and/or photobooth features. A combined karaoke/photobooth/jukebox may enable more integrated performance-like experiences in an in-home or out-of-home location or venue. By leveraging vast audio media libraries, trusted rights-respecting network infrastructure, and on-site image/video capturing from integrated recorders and/or remote portable devices, a more sociable experience may be created for karaoke jukebox patrons, e.g., where custom content can be generated and shared in a safe and legally appropriate manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 30, 2024
    Publication date: November 21, 2024
    Inventors: Ed RIVERA, Michael TOOKER, Charles BATTLE, Francois BEAUMIER, Mounir KHENFIR, Giovanni CURINGA, Sebastien HEBERT
  • Publication number: 20240373526
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems that interact with users to provide access to media appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. For example, in certain exemplary embodiments, an entertainment system in a location is configured to provide jukebox-related and entertainment system mediated services that are accessible from within and from the outside of the location, and provide (1) attract or flight media operations, (2) browsing services, and/or (3) search screens appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. Such screens may be provided with a three-dimensional look-and-feel in certain exemplary embodiments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 17, 2024
    Publication date: November 7, 2024
    Inventors: Francois BEAUMIER, Remi DESMARAIS, Sebastien HEBERT, Loic GRATTON, Mounir KHENFIR, Ed RIVERA, Michael TOOKER, Christian POMPIDOR
  • Patent number: 12089305
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems that interact with users to provide access to media appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. For example, in certain exemplary embodiments, an entertainment system in a location is configured to provide jukebox-related and entertainment system mediated services that are accessible from within and from the outside of the location, and provide (1) attract or flight media operations, (2) browsing services, and/or (3) search screens appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. Such screens may be provided with a three-dimensional look-and-feel in certain exemplary embodiments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 13, 2023
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2024
    Assignee: TOUCHTUNES MUSIC COMPANY, LLC
    Inventors: Francois Beaumier, Remi Desmarais, Sebastien Hebert, Loic Gratton, Mounir Khenfir, Ed Rivera, Michael Tooker, Christian Pompidor
  • Patent number: 12079451
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems and, more particularly, certain exemplary embodiments relate to jukebox systems that incorporate digital downloading jukebox features along with karaoke jukebox and/or photobooth features. A combined karaoke/photobooth/jukebox may enable more integrated performance-like experiences in an in-home or out-of-home location or venue. By leveraging vast audio media libraries, trusted rights-respecting network infrastructure, and on-site image/video capturing from integrated recorders and/or remote portable devices, a more sociable experience may be created for karaoke jukebox patrons, e.g., where custom content can be generated and shared in a safe and legally appropriate manner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2023
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2024
    Assignee: TOUCHTUNES MUSIC COMPANY, LLC
    Inventors: Ed Rivera, Michael Tooker, Charles Battle, Francois Beaumier, Mounir Khenfir, Giovanni Curinga, Sebastien Hebert
  • Patent number: 12058790
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems that interact with users to provide access to media appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. For example, in certain exemplary embodiments, an entertainment system in a location is configured to provide jukebox-related and entertainment system mediated services that are accessible from within and from the outside of the location, and provide (1) attract or flight media operations, (2) browsing services, and/or (3) search screens appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. Such screens may be provided with a three-dimensional look-and-feel in certain exemplary embodiments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2023
    Date of Patent: August 6, 2024
    Assignee: TOUCHTUNES MUSIC COMPANY, LLC
    Inventors: Francois Beaumier, Remi Desmarais, Sebastien Hebert, Loic Gratton, Mounir Khenfir, Ed Rivera, Michael Tooker, Christian Pompidor
  • Publication number: 20240249309
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments described herein relate to digital downloading jukebox systems of the type that typically include a central server and remote jukebox devices that communicate with the central server for royalty accounting and/or content updates. More particularly, certain exemplary embodiments relate to jukebox systems that have revenue-enhancing features such as for example, music recommendation engines and bartender loyalty programs. Such innovative techniques help to both increase per jukebox revenue as well as keep jukebox patrons engaged with the jukebox.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2024
    Publication date: July 25, 2024
    Inventors: Dominique DION, Mounir KHENFIR, Billy PANAGIOTOPOULOS, Christian POMPIDOR, Francois BEAUMIER, Frederic BARIL, Sebastien HEBERT
  • Publication number: 20240155749
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems that interact with users to provide access to media appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. For example, in certain exemplary embodiments, an entertainment system in a location is configured to provide jukebox-related and entertainment system mediated services that are accessible from within and from the outside of the location, and provide (1) attract or flight media operations, (2) browsing services, and/or (3) search screens appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. Such screens may be provided with a three-dimensional look-and-feel in certain exemplary embodiments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 13, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: Francois BEAUMIER, Remi DESMARAIS, Sebastien HEBERT, Loic GRATTON, Mounir KHENFIR, Ed RIVERA, Michael TOOKER, Christian POMPIDOR
  • Patent number: 11978083
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments described herein relate to digital downloading jukebox systems of the type that typically include a central server and remote jukebox devices that communicate with the central server for royalty accounting and/or content updates. More particularly, certain exemplary embodiments relate to jukebox systems that have revenue-enhancing features such as for example, music recommendation engines and bartender loyalty programs. Such innovative techniques help to both increase per jukebox revenue as well as keep jukebox patrons engaged with the jukebox.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2024
    Assignee: TOUCHTUNES MUSIC COMPANY, LLC
    Inventors: Dominique Dion, Mounir Khenfir, Billy Panagiotopoulos, Christian Pompidor, Francois Beaumier, Frederic Baril, Sebastien Hebert
  • Publication number: 20240028182
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems and, more particularly, certain exemplary embodiments relate to jukebox systems that incorporate digital downloading jukebox features along with karaoke jukebox and/or photobooth features. A combined karaoke/photobooth/jukebox may enable more integrated performance-like experiences in an in-home or out-of-home location or venue. By leveraging vast audio media libraries, trusted rights-respecting network infrastructure, and on-site image/video capturing from integrated recorders and/or remote portable devices, a more sociable experience may be created for karaoke jukebox patrons, e.g., where custom content can be generated and shared in a safe and legally appropriate manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 2, 2023
    Publication date: January 25, 2024
    Inventors: Ed RIVERA, Michael TOOKER, Charles BATTLE, Francois BEAUMIER, Mounir KHENFIR, Giovanni CURINGA, Sebastien HEBERT
  • Patent number: 11864285
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems that interact with users to provide access to media appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. For example, in certain exemplary embodiments, an entertainment system in a location is configured to provide jukebox-related and entertainment system mediated services that are accessible from within and from the outside of the location, and provide (1) attract or flight media operations, (2) browsing services, and/or (3) search screens appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. Such screens may be provided with a three-dimensional look-and-feel in certain exemplary embodiments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 26, 2023
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2024
    Assignee: TOUCHTUNES MUSIC COMPANY, LLC
    Inventors: Francois Beaumier, Remi Desmarais, Sebastien Hebert, Loic Gratton, Mounir Khenfir, Ed Rivera, Michael Tooker, Christian Pompidor
  • Publication number: 20230413400
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems that interact with users to provide access to media appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. For example, in certain exemplary embodiments, an entertainment system in a location is configured to provide jukebox-related and entertainment system mediated services that are accessible from within and from the outside of the location, and provide (1) attract or flight media operations, (2) browsing services, and/or (3) search screens appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. Such screens may be provided with a three-dimensional look-and-feel in certain exemplary embodiments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 1, 2023
    Publication date: December 21, 2023
    Inventors: Francois BEAUMIER, Remi DESMARAIS, Sebastien HEBERT, Loic GRATTON, Mounir KHENFIR, Ed RIVERA, Michael TOOKER, Christian POMPIDOR
  • Publication number: 20230328856
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems that interact with users to provide access to media appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. For example, in certain exemplary embodiments, an entertainment system in a location is configured to provide jukebox-related and entertainment system mediated services that are accessible from within and from the outside of the location, and provide (1) attract or flight media operations, (2) browsing services, and/or (3) search screens appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. Such screens may be provided with a three-dimensional look-and-feel in certain exemplary embodiments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 13, 2023
    Publication date: October 12, 2023
    Inventors: Francois BEAUMIER, Remi DESMARAIS, Sebastien HEBERT, Loic GRATTON, Mounir KHENFIR, Ed RIVERA, Michael TOOKER, Christian POMPIDOR
  • Patent number: 11775146
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems and, more particularly, certain exemplary embodiments relate to jukebox systems that incorporate digital downloading jukebox features along with karaoke jukebox and/or photobooth features. A combined karaoke/photobooth/jukebox may enable more integrated performance-like experiences in an in-home or out-of-home location or venue. By leveraging vast audio media libraries, trusted rights-respecting network infrastructure, and on-site image/video capturing from integrated recorders and/or remote portable devices, a more sociable experience may be created for karaoke jukebox patrons, e.g., where custom content can be generated and shared in a safe and legally appropriate manner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 2022
    Date of Patent: October 3, 2023
    Assignee: TOUCHTUNES MUSIC COMPANY, LLC
    Inventors: Ed Rivera, Michael Tooker, Charles Battle, Francois Beaumier, Mounir Khenfir, Giovanni Curinga, Sebastien Hebert
  • Patent number: 11700680
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems that interact with users to provide access to media appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. For example, in certain exemplary embodiments, an entertainment system in a location is configured to provide jukebox-related and entertainment system mediated services that are accessible from within and from the outside of the location, and provide (1) attract or flight media operations, (2) browsing services, and/or (3) search screens appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. Such screens may be provided with a three-dimensional look-and-feel in certain exemplary embodiments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2022
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2023
    Assignee: TOUCHTUNES MUSIC COMPANY, LLC
    Inventors: Francois Beaumier, Remi Desmarais, Sebastien Hebert, Loic Gratton, Mounir Khenfir, Ed Rivera, Michael Tooker, Christian Pompidor
  • Publication number: 20230171861
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems that interact with users to provide access to media appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. For example, in certain exemplary embodiments, an entertainment system in a location is configured to provide jukebox-related and entertainment system mediated services that are accessible from within and from the outside of the location, and provide (1) attract or flight media operations, (2) browsing services, and/or (3) search screens appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. Such screens may be provided with a three-dimensional look-and-feel in certain exemplary embodiments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 26, 2023
    Publication date: June 1, 2023
    Inventors: Francois BEAUMIER, Remi DESMARAIS, Sebastien HEBERT, Loic GRATTON, Mounir KHENFIR, Ed RIVERA, Michael TOOKER, Christian POMPIDOR
  • Publication number: 20230156885
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems that interact with users to provide access to media appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. For example, in certain exemplary embodiments, an entertainment system in a location is configured to provide jukebox-related and entertainment system mediated services that are accessible from within and from the outside of the location, and provide (1) attract or flight media operations, (2) browsing services, and/or (3) search screens appropriate to and/or customized for a particular user using the entertainment system, the location at which the entertainment system is being accessed, and/or a predefined event. Such screens may be provided with a three-dimensional look-and-feel in certain exemplary embodiments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 3, 2023
    Publication date: May 18, 2023
    Inventors: Francois BEAUMIER, Remi DESMARAIS, Sebastien HEBERT, Loic GRATTON, Mounir KHENFIR, Ed RIVERA, Michael TOOKER, Christian POMPIDOR
  • Publication number: 20230128272
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments relate to entertainment systems and, more particularly, certain exemplary embodiments relate to jukebox systems that incorporate digital downloading jukebox features along with karaoke jukebox and/or photobooth features. A combined karaoke/photobooth/jukebox may enable more integrated performance-like experiences in an in-home or out-of-home location or venue. By leveraging vast audio media libraries, trusted rights-respecting network infrastructure, and on-site image/video capturing from integrated recorders and/or remote portable devices, a more sociable experience may be created for karaoke jukebox patrons, e.g., where custom content can be generated and shared in a safe and legally appropriate manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2022
    Publication date: April 27, 2023
    Inventors: Ed RIVERA, Michael TOOKER, Charles BATTLE, Francois BEAUMIER, Mounir KHENFIR, Giovanni CURINGA, Sebastien HEBERT