Use of media storage structure with multiple pieces of content in a content-distribution system

    公开(公告)号:US11727376B2

    公开(公告)日:2023-08-15

    申请号:US16417470

    申请日:2019-05-20

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: A method for distributing content. The method distributes a single media storage structure to a device (e.g., a computer, portable player, etc.). The media storage structure includes first and second pieces of encrypted content. Based on whether the device is allowed to access the first piece of content, the second piece of content, or both, the method provides the device with a set of keys for decrypting the pieces of the content that the device is able to access. The provided set of keys might include one or more keys for decrypting only one of the two encrypted pieces of content. Alternatively, it might include one or more keys for decrypting both encrypted pieces of content. For instance, the selected set of keys might include a first key for decrypting the first encrypted piece and a second key for decrypting the second encrypted piece.

    METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR SECURE NETWORK-BASED DISTRIBUTION OF CONTENT

    公开(公告)号:US20190163878A1

    公开(公告)日:2019-05-30

    申请号:US15438646

    申请日:2017-02-21

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: A method and system for network-based distribution of content are disclosed. The distribution of content is not only secure but also controlled. The security restricts access to content within media files during downloads as well as while stored at a server or client. In one embodiment, each media file is encrypted with a different, randomly generated key. The control over the distribution of the media file can serve to limit the subsequent distribution of media files from clients to other clients. In another embodiment, the control can permit media files to be shared on a limited number of different clients affiliated with the same user. The clients can vary with application but generally are computing devices that have memory storage. Often, the clients are personal computers or other computing devices that are capable of storing and presenting content to their users.

    Techniques and systems for supporting podcasting
    3.
    发明授权
    Techniques and systems for supporting podcasting 有权
    支持播客的技术和系统

    公开(公告)号:US09104289B2

    公开(公告)日:2015-08-11

    申请号:US14029436

    申请日:2013-09-17

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: Improved podcasts and techniques that facilitate their use are disclosed. The improved techniques can pertain to creating, publishing, hosting, accessing, subscribing, managing, transferring, and/or playing podcasts. According to one aspect, a client application can subscribe to podcasts and then automatically monitor the podcasts for updates to be downloaded. In the event that user interest in a podcast becomes inadequate, downloading of further updates can be restricted. According to another aspect, a podcast can be subscribed to through use of a portable subscription file. According to still another aspect, podcast feeds can be enhanced to include segment elements and other metadata.

    Abstract translation: 披露了改进的播客和便于使用的技术。 改进的技术可以涉及创建,发布,托管,访问,订阅,管理,传输和/或播放播客。 根据一个方面,客户应用程序可以订阅播客,然后自动监视播客以进行要下载的更新。 如果用户对播客的兴趣不足,可以限制进一步更新的下载。 根据另一方面,可以通过使用便携式订阅文件来订阅播客。 根据另一方面,可以增强播客馈送以包括段元素和其他元数据。

    Animation of graphical objects
    4.
    再颁专利

    公开(公告)号:USRE46758E1

    公开(公告)日:2018-03-20

    申请号:US13890934

    申请日:2013-05-09

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    CPC classification number: G06F3/0481 G06F3/04883 G06F9/451 G06F2203/04802

    Abstract: A method for animating graphical objects is provided. In one embodiment, the method includes providing a plurality of graphical objects and displaying a subset of the objects in a viewport. In this embodiment, the method may also include calculating a virtual destination for one of the graphical objects based on a received user input, and moving the graphical object to the virtual destination over a period of time. Various additional methods, machine-readable media, and devices for animating graphical objects and controlling operational characteristics of a device are also provided.

    Techniques and Systems for Supporting Podcasting
    6.
    发明申请
    Techniques and Systems for Supporting Podcasting 审中-公开
    支持播客的技术和系统

    公开(公告)号:US20150373090A1

    公开(公告)日:2015-12-24

    申请号:US14820031

    申请日:2015-08-06

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: Improved podcasts and techniques that facilitate their use are disclosed. The improved techniques can pertain to creating, publishing, hosting, accessing, subscribing, managing, transferring, and/or playing podcasts. According to one aspect, a client application, can subscribe to podcasts and then automatically monitor the podcasts for updates to be downloaded. In the event that user interest in a podcast becomes inadequate, downloading of further updates am be restricted. According to another aspect, a podcast can be subscribed to through use of a portable subscription file. According to still another aspect, podcast feeds can be enhanced to include segment elements and other metadata.

    Abstract translation: 披露了改进的播客和便于使用的技术。 改进的技术可以涉及创建,发布,托管,访问,订阅,管理,传输和/或播放播客。 根据一个方面,客户端应用程序可以订阅播客,然后自动监视播客以进行要下载的更新。 如果用户对播客的兴趣不足,则进一步更新的下载将受到限制。 根据另一方面,可以通过使用便携式订阅文件来订阅播客。 根据另一方面,可以增强播客馈送以包括段元素和其他元数据。

    Techniques and Systems for Supporting Podcasting
    7.
    发明申请
    Techniques and Systems for Supporting Podcasting 审中-公开
    支持播客的技术和系统

    公开(公告)号:US20170006090A1

    公开(公告)日:2017-01-05

    申请号:US15238342

    申请日:2016-08-16

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: Improved podcasts and techniques that facilitate their use are disclosed. The improved techniques can pertain to creating, publishing, hosting, accessing, subscribing, managing, transferring, and/or playing podcasts. According to one aspect, a client application can subscribe to podcasts and then automatically monitor the podcasts for updates to be downloaded. In the event that user interest in a podcast becomes inadequate, downloading of further updates can be restricted. According to another aspect, a podcast can be subscribed to through use of a portable subscription file. According to still another aspect, podcast feeds can be enhanced to include segment elements and other metadata.

    Abstract translation: 披露了改进的播客和便于使用的技术。 改进的技术可以涉及创建,发布,托管,访问,订阅,管理,传输和/或播放播客。 根据一个方面,客户应用程序可以订阅播客,然后自动监视播客以进行要下载的更新。 如果用户对播客的兴趣不足,可以限制进一步更新的下载。 根据另一方面,可以通过使用便携式订阅文件来订阅播客。 根据另一方面,可以增强播客馈送以包括段元素和其他元数据。

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