公开(公告)号：US07408660B1

公开(公告)日：2008-08-05

申请号：US10215287

申请日：2002-08-08

Applicant: Pierre Barbeau

Inventor： Pierre Barbeau

IPC: G06F3/12 ,  H04N1/40 ,  H04N1/21 ,  H04N9/04 ,  G06Q10/00

CPC classification number: G06F3/1287 ,  G06F3/1204 ,  G06F3/1272 ,  H04N1/00127 ,  H04N1/00132 ,  H04N1/00167 ,  H04N1/00172 ,  H04N1/00188

Abstract: A mechanism is disclosed for managing delivery of digital image files to image processing labs for printing. The mechanism involves marking a digital image file with metadata that indicates a processing lab at which an image in the file should be printed. In turn, the mechanism involves reading the metadata indication from the file to identify the processing lab where the image should be printed and responsively sending the image file to that designated processing lab. Such digital image files could be sent to an image hub, which could then read the metadata indications from the files and responsively route the files to designated processing labs for printing.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于管理数字图像文件传送到用于打印的图像处理实验室的机构。 该机制包括用指示应该打印文件中的图像的处理实验室的元数据来标记数字图像文件。 反过来，该机制涉及从文件读取元数据指示以识别应该打印图像的处理实验室，并且将图像文件响应地发送到指定的处理实验室。 这样的数字图像文件可以被发送到图像集线器，然后可以从文件读取元数据指示，并且响应地将文件路由到指定的处理实验室进行打印。

公开(公告)号：US08204798B1

公开(公告)日：2012-06-19

申请号：US10951938

申请日：2004-09-28

Applicant: Pierre Barbeau ,  Yat-Sang Hung

Inventor： Pierre Barbeau ,  Yat-Sang Hung

IPC: G06Q30/00 ,  G06Q10/00

CPC classification number: G06Q30/0609 ,  G06F3/1204 ,  G06F3/1222 ,  G06F3/1238 ,  G06F3/1239 ,  G06F3/1288 ,  G06F3/1289 ,  G06F3/129 ,  G06F3/1292 ,  G06Q30/0633 ,  H04L63/08 ,  H04W12/06

Abstract: A method and system for integrating imaging printing and communication service in a subscriber service plan. A service provider, such as a wireless carrier, will establish for a subscriber an integrated service plan that entitles the subscriber to engage in a designated quantity of communications on a recurring time period basis, such as monthly, and to also have a designated quantity of images printed on the recurring time period basis, for a designated fee. The integrated service plan will then be used as a basis to authorize communication service to the subscriber and further as a basis to authorize image prints requested by the subscriber.

Abstract translation: 一种在用户服务计划中整合成像打印和通信服务的方法和系统。 诸如无线运营商的服务提供商将为用户建立一种综合服务计划，该计划授权用户按照周期性周期（例如每月）参与指定数量的通信，并且还具有指定数量的 按照经常性时间段印刷的图像，指定费用。 然后将综合服务计划用作授权对用户的通信服务的基础，并且作为授权用户请求的图像打印的基础。

公开(公告)号：US07424310B1

公开(公告)日：2008-09-09

申请号：US10945410

申请日：2004-09-20

Applicant: Pierre Barbeau

Inventor： Pierre Barbeau

IPC: H04M1/00

CPC classification number: H04M1/72555 ,  H04M2250/52

Abstract: A system, method and apparatus for delivering a photo captured during a predefined time-interval prior to a voice call. A camera phone or other telephone device will detect that an image is captured during the predefined time-interval prior to the device engaging in a voice call with a given party. In response, the device will automatically send the image to the given party.

Abstract translation: 一种用于递送在语音呼叫之前的预定时间间隔期间拍摄的照片的系统，方法和装置。 相机电话或其他电话设备将在设备与给定方进行语音通话之前的预定义时间间隔期间检测到图像被捕获。 作为响应，设备将自动将图像发送给给定方。

公开(公告)号：US07868910B1

公开(公告)日：2011-01-11

申请号：US11243644

申请日：2005-10-05

Applicant: Pierre Barbeau

Inventor： Pierre Barbeau

IPC: H04N7/14

CPC classification number: H04N7/173 ,  G06Q30/02 ,  H04N21/2743 ,  H04N21/41407 ,  H04N21/4223 ,  H04N21/44222 ,  H04N21/4784 ,  H04N21/4788 ,  H04N21/6582 ,  H04N21/8153

Abstract: A method and system for (i) detecting each performance of any function of a plurality of functions associated with an incentive program, (ii) changing a stored value in response to detecting each performance of the function(s) associated with the incentive program, and (iii) transmitting to a network, an update value that corresponds to the stored value, for transmission in turn of the update value to a system coupled to the network. An incentive program may be arranged to provide incentive for users to perform the functions associated with the incentive program, so as to facilitate an entity in achieving a given objective or set of objectives. The incentive provided to the users may take the form of an award and is based on the update value(s) transmitted to the network.

Abstract translation: 一种用于（i）检测与激励程序相关联的多个功能的任何功能的每个性能的方法和系统，（ii）响应于检测与激励程序相关联的功能的每个执行而改变存储的值， 以及（iii）向网络发送对应于所存储的值的更新值，以将所述更新值依次传送到耦合到所述网络的系统。 可以安排激励计划来激励用户执行与激励计划相关的功能，以便促进实体达成既定目标或目标。 提供给用户的激励可以采取奖励的形式，并且基于发送到网络的更新值。

公开(公告)号：US07525578B1

公开(公告)日：2009-04-28

申请号：US10945132

申请日：2004-09-20

Applicant: Pierre Barbeau

Inventor： Pierre Barbeau

IPC: H04N5/76 ,  H04N5/232

CPC classification number: H04N9/8205 ,  H04N5/765 ,  H04N5/772 ,  H04N5/907

Abstract: A method and system for creating digital image files provides for writing capture location metadata and transmit location metadata into a digital image file. A digital camera captures an image, stores digital image data in a digital image file and then adds capture location metadata into the digital image file. The digital camera then receives a user request to transmit the digital image file to a network server, and in response to the user request the digital camera writes transmit location metadata into the digital image file. The digital camera then sends the digital image file to the network server.

Abstract translation: 用于创建数字图像文件的方法和系统提供写入捕获位置元数据并将位置元数据发送到数字图像文件中。 数码相机拍摄图像，将数字图像数据存储在数字图像文件中，然后将捕获位置元数据添加到数字图像文件中。 然后，数字照相机接收将数字图像文件发送到网络服务器的用户请求，并且响应于用户请求，数字照相机将发送位置元数据写入数字图像文件。 数码相机然后将数字图像文件发送到网络服务器。

公开(公告)号：US20060044407A1

公开(公告)日：2006-03-02

申请号：US10945470

申请日：2004-09-20

Applicant: Pierre Barbeau

Inventor： Pierre Barbeau

IPC: H04N5/232

CPC classification number: H04N1/32101 ,  G06F17/30265 ,  H04N2201/3205 ,  H04N2201/3221 ,  H04N2201/3274

Abstract: A method and system for conveying a digital image to an assistance center, such as an emergency-assistance center (e.g., 911 center). A camera phone captures an image and sends the image to a network server, and the network server stores the image in correlation with an identifier, such as an identifier of the camera phone or an identifier of an assistance call placed by the camera phone. The assistance center then queries the network server to obtain a photo correlated with the identifier. And the network server responsively provides the photo to the assistance center.

Abstract translation: 一种用于将数字图像传送到诸如紧急援助中心（例如911中心）的辅助中心的方法和系统。 相机手机拍摄图像并将图像发送到网络服务器，并且网络服务器将图像与诸如相机电话的标识符或由相机电话放置的协助呼叫的标识符等标识符相关联。 然后，辅助中心查询网络服务器以获得与该标识符相关的照片。 并且网络服务器响应地将照片提供给辅助中心。

公开(公告)号：US08341396B1

公开(公告)日：2012-12-25

申请号：US11149621

申请日：2005-06-10

Applicant: Mary Nick-Baustert ,  Pierre Barbeau ,  Kevin Hunter

Inventor： Mary Nick-Baustert ,  Pierre Barbeau ,  Kevin Hunter

IPC: H04L29/06

CPC classification number: H04L51/063 ,  H04L51/08 ,  H04L51/38

Abstract: A method is provided for inserting signature blocks into a message being transmitted along a communication path between a first client station and a second client station. The method includes a step of receiving, at an intermediate node in the communication path, a message transmitted from the first client station destined for delivery to the second client station. The message bears a sender-identifier (e.g., email address) and a recipient-identifier (e.g., email address). The method further includes a step of selecting, based at least in part on the sender-identifier, a predefined signature block for the message. The method further includes a step of inserting the selected signature block into the message. The signature block to be inserted may be based on both the sender identifier and the recipient identifier.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于将签名块插入沿着第一客户端站和第二客户站之间的通信路径发送的消息的方法。 该方法包括在通信路径的中间节点处接收从第一客户端发送的用于传送到第二客户站的消息的步骤。 消息具有发送者标识符（例如，电子邮件地址）和接收者标识符（例如，电子邮件地址）。 该方法还包括至少部分地基于发送者标识符来选择消息的预定义签名块的步骤。 该方法还包括将所选择的签名块插入到消息中的步骤。 要插入的签名块可以基于发送者标识符和收件人标识符。

公开(公告)号：US08054950B1

公开(公告)日：2011-11-08

申请号：US11155705

申请日：2005-06-17

Applicant: Yat-Sang Hung ,  Pierre Barbeau

Inventor： Yat-Sang Hung ,  Pierre Barbeau

IPC: H04M1/64 ,  H04M11/00 ,  G06F15/167 ,  G06F15/16 ,  G06Q10/00

CPC classification number: H04W4/12 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G06Q50/22

Abstract: A messaging service node sends encoded messages to wireless devices prompting the devices to capture media (e.g., audio and/or image) and send the media file to a network address specified in the message. The service node may be managed by a wireless service provider, and provides this media capture message service for unrelated, independent entities such as insurance companies, health or medial companies, government agencies, etc. The encoded message may take the form of a Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) message, but other formats are possible. The media is preferably captured by a camera or microphone incorporated into the wireless device.

Abstract translation: 消息传递服务节点向无线设备发送编码消息，提示设备捕获媒体（例如，音频和/或图像），并将媒体文件发送到消息中指定的网络地址。 服务节点可以由无线服务提供商管理，并且为不相关的独立实体（例如保险公司，健康或内部公司，政府机构等）提供该媒体捕获消息服务。编码消息可以采取多媒体消息传递的形式 服务（MMS）消息，但其他格式是可能的。 介质优选地被并入无线设备中的相机或麦克风捕获。

公开(公告)号：US07945642B1

公开(公告)日：2011-05-17

申请号：US11244466

申请日：2005-10-06

Applicant: Yat-Sang Hung ,  Pierre Barbeau ,  Mary Nick-Baustert ,  Jason Whitney ,  Michael T. Lundy

Inventor： Yat-Sang Hung ,  Pierre Barbeau ,  Mary Nick-Baustert ,  Jason Whitney ,  Michael T. Lundy

IPC: G06F15/16

CPC classification number: G06F8/61

Abstract: A method and system for triggering installation of program logic on a machine, such as a PC. A server transmits installation-trigger logic to a wireless communication device (WCD), which the WCD stores in its data storage. When the WCD becomes connected with a PC, the PC views the WCD as a mass-storage drive, and the PC reads and executes the installation-trigger logic in the same manner that a PC would run an AUTORUN file on a conventional mass-storage drive. Per the installation-trigger logic, the PC then downloads and installs a designated software program. The PC then sends an installation-notice to the server, and the server responsively sends a cancellation-message to the WCD. In response to the cancellation-message, the WCD then deletes or otherwise disables the installation-trigger logic, so that the process will not be repeated the next time the WCD is connected with the PC.

Abstract translation: 一种方法和系统，用于触发机器（如PC）上程序逻辑的安装。 服务器将安装触发逻辑发送到WCD存储在其数据存储器中的无线通信设备（WCD）。 当WCD与PC连接时，PC将WCD视为大容量存储驱动器，PC以与PC在常规大容量存储器上运行AUTORUN文件相同的方式读取并执行安装触发逻辑 驾驶。 根据安装触发逻辑，PC然后下载并安装指定的软件程序。 PC然后向服务器发送安装通知，服务器响应地向WCD发送取消消息。 响应于取消消息，WCD然后删除或以其他方式禁用安装触发逻辑，以便下一次WCD与PC连接时不会重复该过程。

公开(公告)号：US07769371B1

公开(公告)日：2010-08-03

申请号：US11762530

申请日：2007-06-13

Applicant: Robert C. Lamb ,  Pierre Barbeau

Inventor： Robert C. Lamb ,  Pierre Barbeau

IPC: H04M1/66

CPC classification number: H04M1/72525

Abstract: A method and system for customizing a wireless device's user-interface is provided. A wireless carrier will use an identifier of the wireless device (such as an electronic serial number) as a basis to correlate the device with a vendor of the device and in turn to select a customization package that defines a user-interface corresponding with the vendor. For instance, the user interface can have color schemes, graphics, sounds and other attributes that are similar to the color schemes, graphics, sounds and other attributes that the vendor uses to promote the vendor's services or products. The wireless carrier will then send the customization package (or a pointer to the customization package) to the device, over the air for instance. And the device will responsively adopt the selected user interface as a base user interface.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于定制无线设备的用户界面的方法和系统。 无线运营商将使用无线设备的标识符（例如电子序列号）作为将设备与设备的供应商相关联的依据，并且依次选择定义与供应商对应的用户界面的定制包 。 例如，用户界面可以具有颜色方案，图形，声音和类似于供应商用于宣传供应商的服务或产品的配色方案，图形，声音和其他属性的其他属性。 然后，无线运营商将通过空中发送定制包（或指向定制包的指针）到设备。 并且设备将响应地采用所选择的用户界面作为基本用户界面。