Dynamic mosaic extended electronic programming guide for television program selection and display

Abstract

The present invention teaches a method of creating and presenting a user interface comprising a Dynamic Mosaic Extended Electronic Programming Guide (DMXEPG) using video, audio, special applications, and service dynamic metadata. The system enables television or digital radio service subscribers to select and display of various programs including video, interactive TV applications, or any combination of audio or visual components grouped and presented in accordance with the dynamic program/show metadata, business rules and objectives of service providers, broadcasters, and/or personal subscriber choices, collectively referred to as mosaic element presentation criteria.

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Benefits of technology

The present invention allows for the merging of metadata from multiple services offered by one or more providers using a unique channel identifier. This merger is done on the backend and displayed on a client device or in a printed program information guide. Additionally, the invention allows for the simultaneous display of video and graphics from an application on devices with more than one tuner. The invention also allows for the display of a program chosen by the subscriber on one portion of the screen while displaying other components of the system on the rest of the screen.

Problems solved by technology

The technical problem addressed in this patent text is the difficulty and time-consuming process for subscribers to choose desired programs from a large number of available channels. Existing electronic programming guides (EPGs) are often cumbersome and time-consuming, requiring subscribers to browse through numerous channels or listings to find desired content. Many EPGs use textual representations of programs, making it difficult for subscribers to choose content based on its visual representation. The patent text proposes a content portal that allows subscribers to choose desired programs based on their visual representations, consolidating access to programs available over multiple services.

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