Multi-select shutter camera application selectively sending images to different artificial intelligence platforms
Multi-Shutter camera applications solve the problem of limited image processing functionality in existing technologies by using an intelligent multi-shutter interface and an artificial intelligence platform for analysis, enabling diversified image processing and improving user experience.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202380099335.0
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2023-09-22
- Filing Date
- 2023-12-22
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-13
AI Technical Summary
Existing smartphone camera apps cannot selectively capture and process images according to user intent, forcing users to perform multiple steps in different apps to achieve different functions, such as sharing, getting information, or shopping, resulting in a lack of innovative and centralized solutions.
This invention provides a multi-shutter camera application that uses an intelligent multi-shutter interface and an artificial intelligence platform to analyze image information and present a series of options based on the selected shutter speed and image type, enabling functions such as quick image sharing, information retrieval, and shopping.
This centralized processing of multiple purposes through a single application simplifies user operations, improves the efficiency and intelligence of image usage, and meets diverse user needs.
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Abstract
Description
Cross Reference to Related Applications
[0001] This application is being filed on December 22, 2023 as a PCT International Application, and claims the benefit of and priority to U.S. Patent Application No. 63 / 508,749, filed June 16, 2023, and U.S. Patent Application No. 18 / 472,900, filed September 22, 2023, the disclosures of which are incorporated by reference herein in their entireties. TECHNICAL FIELD
[0002] The present disclosure relates to a method and application that provides a multi- select shutter camera application in an electronic device and selectively sends images and other media content captured using the application to different innovative platforms based on artificial intelligence and presents a range of options based on the selected shutter as well as the image type and information such as geo-location, time of capture, content, etc. for purposes such as quick sharing and / or information purposes, among others. BACKGROUND
[0003] With the rapid proliferation of electronic devices such as mobile electronic devices, people are using such electronic devices every day to capture and share images (and other media content). Increasingly, electronic devices such as mobile phones are being used to capture and display a wide variety of media content, including photographs and videos.
[0004] As processors, features, and capabilities have improved dramatically over the past few years, the usage gap between digital cameras and mobile phone cameras is further narrowing every day. Smart phone cameras have gone from being a novelty to one of the most popular ways to capture media content (such as photographs and videos) in the world because of its simplicity, ease of use, convenience, accessibility, speed of use, and the quality of the final captured content that is not inferior to traditional digital cameras.
[0005] By 2015, smartphone sales had overtaken traditional camera sales, and since then, the number has only become more extreme. iPhone icon Chase Jarvis has a quote, “The best camera is the one that’s with you,” that clearly indicates how convenient it is to have a camera function on a smartphone that users can easily use to capture content frequently every day.
[0006] This rapidly rising smartphone photography not only encompasses photos taken with digital cameras, but now users all over the world can take photos of themselves, social events, sports, food, documents, things they want to remember later, colors they like, books they read, impressive sentences, spices they tried, products they want to buy later, and many other uses a single photo can have. Such a large number of subjects and topics greatly exceed the uses of photos taken with digital cameras and are different from them.
[0007] Nowadays, users can use their captured images / photos in many ways and with great ease, as such capturing functionality is implemented on the same smartphone that is then used to share content, find item information, buy products, read reviews, get help, and many other uses that were not possible, or at least not easy, before as the photos had to be downloaded into different electronic devices to be used. Before, it usually took a lot of effort and a series of complicated steps to do anything with a photo captured by a digital camera, while using a smartphone makes it much more efficient.
[0008] However, while the actual process of capturing media content is implemented by the smartphone itself, recognizing and determining the user’s intent for that content is not easy nowadays and usually requires multiple steps performed in different applications in the smartphone.
[0009] Nowadays, there is no application that can capture media content such as a photo and then use it for different purposes or functions according to the user’s intent. The smartphone’s native camera application is usually a camera that allows capturing content and saves all the content on the same platform, after which the user has to recognize and use the content according to their intent. For example, a mother takes a photo of her child and then wants to share this photo with her family. This means that she needs to use a third-party application to share this photo with her contacts. However, when the mother wants to capture an image of a flower she sees in the garden to find out its name or more information about it, the mother has to research which application to download and use on the smartphone and upload this photo to get the required information. In the same context, if the mother wants to take a photo of her favorite laundry detergent to determine where / how to buy the product, she has to research which other application to download and use to upload this photo and get the required information related to buying the product (or just read reviews or information related to the product).
[0010] Nowadays, there is no centralized application that allows selectively capturing media content and can recognize the purpose of that content to help the user achieve the intent of capturing that content.
[0011] Further, the design and functionality of camera applications has not changed for years, where the traditional camera functionality essentially consists of two elements: a screen for viewing the live content that can be captured through the camera lens, and a shutter button for capturing that content. However, there has been no improvement or innovation in the appearance or functionality of such media capture screen. Today, there are no selective or smart cameras with different functionalities that allow distinguishing the background of the photo being taken in order to determine how to use that photo according to the user's intention.
[0012] It is precisely within this general technical background that various aspects of the present disclosure are implemented, which will be described below as a disruptive improvement to the above, revolutionizing image and content communication. SUMMARY
[0013] The present disclosure relates to a method and application that provides a multi- select shutter camera application in an electronic device and selectively sends the images and other media content captured using the application to different artificial intelligence and innovative platforms, and presents a range of options according to the selected shutter and image type and information such as geographic location, capture time, content analysis, etc., for purposes such as quick sharing and / or informational purposes, among others.
[0014] In more detail, the artificial intelligence system processes the image according to the selected shutter and image type and information such as geographic location, capture time, content analysis, etc., and presents a range of alternatives such as for quick sharing and / or informational purposes that the user can select within the same screen. This quick, simple and innovative platform with intelligent image capture and processing will change the way images are used and create a revolution in many areas such as sharing images with contacts, social media, shopping, obtaining information about the world around us, among others.
[0015] The present disclosure aims to provide an application that selectively captures media content and can identify the purpose of that content in order to help the user achieve the intention of capturing that content. The innovative application provides a smart multi-select shutter interface that directs the captured media content to an artificial intelligence platform that then processes the content and suggests a range of alternatives and / or options based on the user's intention when capturing the image with the selected capture button. Thus, the present disclosure represents a significant innovation over current methods and applications, allowing the use of media content such as photos for multiple purposes through a single application that intuitively suggests alternatives / options / actions related to the photo based on the user's purpose. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0016] Figure 1An embodiment of the invention is shown, wherein an electronic device (400) corresponding to a mobile phone, specifically a smartphone, is shown, having a display (410) with a touch sensitive surface.
[0017] Figure 2 An embodiment of the invention is shown, wherein an electronic device (400) corresponding to a mobile phone, specifically a smartphone, is shown, having a display (410) with a touch sensitive surface, wherein a capture screen (100) is presented on the display (410). The capture screen (100) comprises a multi-shutter view with a plurality of selective capture buttons (110), such as shutters, and a live view block (120).
[0018] Figure 3 An embodiment of the invention is shown, wherein an electronic device (400) corresponding to a mobile phone, specifically a smartphone, is shown, having a display (410) with a touch sensitive surface, wherein a capture screen (100) is presented on the display (410). The capture screen (100) comprises a multi-shutter view with a plurality of selective capture buttons (110), such as shutters, and a live view block (120), and wherein a user performs an input action (200), such as a tap, on a selected selective capture button (110).
[0019] Figure 4 An embodiment of the invention is shown, wherein an electronic device (400) corresponding to a mobile phone, specifically a smartphone, is shown, having a display (410) with a touch sensitive surface, wherein a content screen (300) is presented on the display (410). The content screen (300) comprises captured media content (130) and a range of alternatives and / or options (310) provided by an artificial intelligence system based on the selected capture button and media content (130) type and information, such as geographical location, capture time, content, etc., such as websites, applications, contacts, etc. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0020] According to the following disclosure, it is noted that the present application describes a method, software (e.g., “app”) and / or device that enables the use of a mobile device, such as a smartphone, to intuitively and innovatively and with the use of artificial intelligence, integrate the functionality of selective media capture through a multi-select shutter camera app, in order to easily fulfill the user’s intent by selectively capturing and showing the best platform related to such a photo and its purpose.
[0021] The innovative application and system provides an intelligent multi-select shutter interface that directs captured media content to an artificial intelligence platform that then processes the content and suggests a range of alternatives and / or options based on the user intent when using the innovative platform to capture an image with a selected capture button. Thus, the present disclosure represents an improvement over current methods and applications that allow for the centralization and facilitation of the use of media content, such as photos, for multiple purposes through one application that intuitively suggests alternatives / options / actions related to the photo based on the user's purpose, which are shown on the same screen as the captured content.
[0022] In a first embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a method performed by an electronic device, such as a smartphone, having a touch-sensitive display, wherein a user intends to capture media content, such as an image, for a certain purpose, and a capture screen (100) having a multi-select shutter view is presented to the user, the capture screen including at least two selective capture buttons (110), such as independent shutters, as shown in Figure 1 Then, the user performs an input action (200), such as a tap, on at least one of the selective capture buttons (110), which provides input to the application to capture such media content (130), and triggers the display to show a content screen (300), wherein the content screen shows different options based on an artificial intelligence analysis of the captured media content (130).
[0023] In a first embodiment of the present disclosure, there is provided a method performed by an electronic device (400) comprising a display (410) including a touch-sensitive surface (411) and at least one processor, the method comprising: a) presenting on the display (410) a capture screen (100) having a multi-select shutter view, the content screen including at least one real-time view block (120) and at least two selective capture buttons (110) for capturing media content, such as shutters; b) receiving an input action (200), such as a tap, on at least one of the selective capture buttons (120), which provides input at the at least one selective capture button, wherein the selective capture buttons are for capturing media content and directing the captured content to an artificial intelligence platform to provide different uses and / or information to the user; c) capturing media content (130) by the input action (200) from step b), such as a tap on a shutter button, and saving the content to the electronic device (400) or a cloud-based application; d) in response to the input action (200), selectively sending the media content (130) to an artificial intelligence platform, wherein the artificial intelligence platform: i. processes the captured media content (130) information based on the selected selective capture button (110) used to capture the media content (130), and ii. processes the media content (130) and analyzes the media content (130) by parameters (such as, geo-location, time of capture, content of the photo, etc.) to show the user appropriate options to achieve the purpose of the captured content (130) in the same screen that displays the captured content (130); wherein the artificial intelligence platform provides output information in order to present a content screen (300) to the user; e) presenting a content screen (300) showing content generated by the artificial intelligence platform from step d), wherein the content screen (330) shows a plurality of selectable alternatives and options related to the user's selection of the shutter and intent to capture the content, including but not limited to uses related to at least one of: A. a discovery function alternative that presents information related to the captured content (130), such as websites, applications, contacts, and / or media content, B. a shopping function alternative, such as websites, applications, contacts, media content, and / or information related to the captured content (130), C. a sharing function alternative, such as combinations and alternatives that the user anticipates based on the captured content (130) that are easy to share with other users and / or social media platforms.
[0024] Options A, B, and C and their uses and functions related to the content screen are provided in more detail as described in the following sections.
[0025] The methods of the present disclosure can be integrated on the user interface of an electronic device (400) and / or on a third-party application installed within the device (not a native application). In particular, the methods of the present invention can be implemented with a mobile application or utility (i.e., third-party application) that can be installed on a mobile device. The methods of the present invention can also or alternatively be implemented by the native user interface of the mobile device.
[0026] The methods and applications as described in the present disclosure include camera functionality, wherein the method performed by the electronic device includes using camera functionality configured to capture media content, and wherein the electronic device includes camera hardware and software for this purpose. As used herein, camera functionality includes a camera application and / or a capture process that allows access and use of camera hardware in the electronic device to capture media content. Camera hardware includes different types of lenses and sensors integrated into the electronic device.
[0027] In embodiments, the capture screen (100) utilizes camera functionality from an electronic device, such as a smartphone, in order to show a live view block (120) of content that can be captured. In this embodiment, the application as described in the present disclosure integrates the functionality of the smartphone’s native camera functionality and allows for the use of these functionalities in order to visualize and capture media content captured by the smartphone’s camera hardware and / or software.
[0028] In preferred embodiments, the application as described in the present disclosure is a camera application, wherein the camera application is a third-party application, as opposed to the native camera application from the electronic device.
[0029] As used herein, the live view block (120) refers to at least a portion of the capture screen (100) that indicates live streaming content that the user is able to capture. The size and proportion of this live view block can be customized by the user and can be adjusted according to the number of selective capture buttons (110) shown at the capture screen (100).
[0030] As used herein, the selective capture button (110) includes a defined selection area within the display of the electronic device that is used to receive input in order to capture media content, process the content, and download it into the electronic device or cloud-based application. The selective capture button can be selected from the group including a shutter button or an area configured to receive an input action.
[0031] In embodiments, a separate folder is created within the camera album or photo view application of the electronic device, wherein this folder displays media content (130) captured by the methods and applications of the present disclosure. In embodiments of the present invention, by tapping on an image within this separate folder, multiple options of the AI platform are shown, such that the user is able to select which AI platform to use to process to display relevant options based on the user’s selection.
[0032] The media content that can be captured by the application includes, but is not limited to, photos and videos.
[0033] The electronic device (400) according to the present application can be any electronic device capable of electronic communication between different devices, but is preferably selected from a mobile phone, such as a smartphone. In certain preferred embodiments, the electronic device comprises a touch-sensitive surface (411).
[0034] As used herein, the input action (200) comprises one or more actions and / or movements performed by the user, which can be selected from the group comprising at least one of the actions of touching, clicking, tapping, swiping, flicking, brushing, or grabbing (e.g., "pinching") an interface portion provided for display on the display screen, and combinations thereof. The input action (200) can also be a movement or pressure by the user's hand or finger, for example, by contact with the touch-sensitive surface (411) or with hardware such as a physical button, which is detected by the electronic device. Thus, the input action can be a physical movement performed by the user and comprises one or more characteristics related to the touch of the touch-sensitive surface, such as direction, pressure, duration, etc. In examples, the input action comprises a single tap, a single touch, one or more consecutive taps on the same or different areas, simultaneous taps or touches on the same or different areas, simultaneous quick taps or touches on the same or different areas, repeated taps or touches on the same or different areas, and combinations thereof. In embodiments, the user can perform multiple input actions.
[0035] The method of the present application uses artificial intelligence that is programmed to detect and analyze the content of the photo, learn from the user's past input actions, searches, interests, interactions with the network and other applications, messaging patterns, etc. The artificial intelligence system can also perform an analysis of the photo to detect and analyze any elements, text, symbols, signs, colors, textures, or other parameters within the photo. Furthermore, the artificial intelligence platform can perform an analysis of the photo based on its georeferenced location (geolocation), which can help identify the user's intention when capturing the photo. The artificial intelligence system can perform an analysis of the photo based on the time of capture and / or the time the user is using the application as described in the present disclosure.
[0036] The artificial intelligence platform pairs the multiple-choice shutter option on the display with the user's selection. In an innovative and novel way, the screen of the smartphone of the present application displays an innovative multiple-choice shutter view that comprises at least two different and separate selective capture buttons, such as shutters, which allow the user to capture the photo according to the intention and purpose that the user wishes to provide to the photo. This is a new functionality developed in the context of the present disclosure, in which the application allows the selective capture of the image, which is then processed by artificial intelligence in order to suggest suitable alternatives and options related to the original intention of capturing the photo.
[0037] All of this is performed through an innovative multi-select shutter view, where different selective capture buttons have different functions that can be predefined in the application or can be changed manually or automatically based on a series of inputs.
[0038] Discovery function In embodiments of the application, at least one of the selective capture buttons is a discovery shutter related to a discovery function, where the discovery shutter is a shutter that when the user takes a photo using this button, the application selectively sends the image and information to an artificial intelligence platform that is able to analyze the information of the image (as described previously) and interact with the web and with its own learning patterns in order to suggest the best application, website or function related to the photo. Thus, the discovery function is related to providing information / operations related to the photo as expected by the user captured by the discovery shutter.
[0039] Examples of the discovery function include, but are not limited to, searching for information about elements, text, symbols, logos, colors, textures or other features in the photo and suggesting a series of websites, applications or operations related to these features. For example, if the user takes a photo of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France using the discovery shutter, the application can identify that the main element is the Eiffel Tower and suggest a website or application that shows historical information about the Eiffel Tower, a website or application that helps to book a tour or other visit alternative to the Eiffel Tower, a website or application that suggests other activities to do near the Eiffel Tower, a website or application that shows dining alternatives near the Eiffel Tower, among many other options.
[0040] When the user captures a photo using the discovery shutter, they selectively want to use the content of the photo to find out more information or activities related to the profile of the captured photo and thus the artificial intelligence platform processes the captured photo based on the selected selective capture button and provides output information in order to present a dynamic content screen to the user that automatically reorders the found and suggested websites and / or applications related to information and / or activities based on the photo. As used herein, discovery function alternatives include, but are not limited to, websites, applications, contacts, media content and / or information related to the captured content (130) in the context of the discovery function.
[0041] Shopping function In embodiments of the application, at least one of the selective capture buttons is selected as a shopping shutter related to a shopping function, wherein the shopping shutter is a shutter that when a user takes a photo using the button, the application selectively sends the image and information to an artificial intelligence platform that is capable of analyzing the (as previously described) information of the image and interacting with the web and with its own learning patterns in order to suggest the best application, website or function related to the photo. Thus, the shopping function is related to providing information / operations related to the photo as expected by the user captured by the shopping shutter.
[0042] Examples of the shopping function include, but are not limited to, searching for information about products, services, elements, text, symbols, logos, colors, textures or other features in the photo and suggesting a range of websites, applications or operations related to these features in the context of the shopping purpose. For example, if a user takes a photo of a water bottle they see and like using the shopping shutter and wants to learn more about the water bottle, possibly purchase it or read reviews of it, the application can identify that the main element of the photo is a water bottle and suggest a website or application that shows locations near the user's georeferenced location to purchase the water bottle (or similar water bottles), a website or application that shows reviews of the water bottle (and / or similar water bottles) so that the user can make an informed decision, a website or application that shows where to purchase the water bottle online and compare prices, and other options.
[0043] When a user captures a photo using the shopping shutter, they selectively want to use the content of the photo for shopping related purposes and thus the artificial intelligence platform processes the captured photo based on the selected selective capture button and provides output information in order to present a dynamic content screen to the user that automatically reorders the found and suggested websites and / or applications related to the shopping process. As used herein, shopping function alternatives include, but are not limited to, websites, applications, contacts, media content and / or information related to the captured content (130) in the context of the shopping function.
[0044] Sharing function In embodiments of the application, at least one of the selective capture buttons is selected as a sharing shutter related to a sharing function, wherein the sharing shutter is a shutter that when a user takes a photo using the button, the application selectively sends the image and information to an artificial intelligence platform that is capable of analyzing the (as previously described) information of the image and interacting with the web and with its own learning patterns in order to suggest simple and intuitive ways to share the photo based on the user's intent. Thus, the sharing function is related to providing the best combinations and alternatives to easily share the photo with other users and / or social media platforms as expected by the user.
[0045] The sharing functionality uses artificial intelligence that learns, primarily from the user's past input actions, interactions with other applications, and messaging patterns and content, through machine learning and other methods, to suggest and show a selection of recipients / communication channels and / or social media platforms. In this embodiment, as previously mentioned, the use of artificial intelligence helps to identify the best combination of recipients and communication channels based on the user's previous communications and patterns, which intuitively would be good candidates to receive the content intended to be shared by the user. For example, a user takes a photo of a legal document using the sharing shutter and wishes to quickly share the photo with their lawyer, where the artificial intelligence platform detects the content of the photo and, based on previous messaging patterns and analysis, suggests that the user share the photo with the lawyer with whom they typically send such photos of legal documents.
[0046] When a user captures a photo using the sharing shutter, they selectively want to share the photo with users and / or social media platforms, and thus the artificial intelligence platform processes the captured photo based on the selected selective capture button and provides output information in order to present the user with a dynamic content screen that automatically reorders the recipients and / or social media platforms so that the user can make a quick selection of the recipients for the photo. As used herein, sharing functionality alternatives include, but are not limited to, combinations and alternatives as expected by the user based on the captured content (130) that are easy to share the photo with other users and / or social media platforms.
[0047] For example, if a user typically sends photos of birds to one birder among their contacts, if the user takes a photo of a bird, the artificial intelligence platform analyzes the photo, determines it is a bird, and suggests that contact as a recipient for the photo. To do this, the artificial intelligence platform should learn from the user's past interactions, analysis of photos shared by such user with different recipients, to suggest the most appropriate sharing contact.
[0048] Example I As an exemplary embodiment of the present invention related to the discovery functionality, the method according to the present invention is implemented by a mobile device such as a smartphone, where the user wishes to use the smartphone camera to capture an image and use it to obtain information related to the photo.
[0049] The user accesses the application of the present disclosure, which shows a capture screen (100) on the display (410) with a multi-select shutter view with three separate shutters (a discovery shutter, a shopping shutter, and a sharing shutter) with different functionalities.
[0050] The user then aligns the content the user wishes to capture (the image to be captured) and then performs an input action (200) by tapping on the discovery shutter, which allows the content to be captured and saved into the electronic device, as well as sending the image to be processed by the artificial intelligence platform related to the discovery function.
[0051] This input action provides input to the application, where this image is shared with an artificial intelligence system that analyzes and processes this image based on the user's interactions with other users and / or applications, sharing patterns, frequency of communication and / or interaction with other users and / or the platform, information of the media content (text, elements, characters, colors, textures, etc.), as well as the geographical location of the content.
[0052] The smartphone then displays a content screen (300) in response to the processing of the artificial intelligence system, which presents the user with a plurality of alternative items and options related to the discovery function (such as websites) and a plurality of applications that allow information related to the captured photo to be obtained.
[0053] Example II The present invention changes the way people use and exchange information (such as images) by using an innovative platform of artificial intelligence, as shown in the following exemplary embodiments of the present invention, and how it is used to have a worldwide impact on the multipurpose use of images in a centralized and innovative way.
[0054] As an exemplary embodiment of the present invention related to the discovery function, the method according to the present invention is implemented by a mobile device such as a smartphone, where the user wishes to capture an image using the smartphone camera and use it to obtain information related to the photo.
[0055] The user is walking on the street and encounters a rare insect and wishes to know what type of insect it is and its scientific name. The user accesses the application of the present disclosure, which shows a capture screen (100) on the display (410) with a multi-choice shutter view with three separate shutters (110) with different functions (one discovery shutter, one shopping shutter and one sharing shutter). The user then captures a photo of the insect through the content screen by tapping the discovery shutter that activates the discovery function. The photo of the insect is then sent to an artificial intelligence platform that analyzes its content (including its geographical location, time of capture, content of the photo, etc.) and provides the user with a suggested output shown in a content screen (300). The content screen then shows the photo and a plurality of options to obtain information, such as a website with different types of insects and their names, an application that helps learn information about the specific insect of which the user took a photo, and a website that shows information of other countries where this insect can be found.
[0056] The user then continues walking and sees an accident happening nearby and wants to share the image with a friend. The user then captures a photo using the share shutter that activates the sharing function. The photo of the accident is then sent to the artificial intelligence platform that analyzes its content (including its geo-location, time of capture, content of the photo, etc.) and provides the user with the suggested output shown in the content screen (300). The content screen then shows the photo along with multiple combinations and alternatives for easily sharing the photo with the user contacts that the user intends to share it with based on their past sharing history. For example, the content screen shows the user's commonly used contacts and their related communication channels for the photo attachment, so the user quickly selects with whom to share the photo and then shares the photo with that contact.
[0057] The user then continues walking and enters a restaurant for a meal, orders a steak dinner that looks very delicious, and wants to share on a social media platform. The user then captures a photo of the dish using the share shutter that activates the sharing function. The photo of the dish is then sent to the artificial intelligence platform that analyzes its content (including its geo-location, time of capture, content of the photo, etc.) and provides the user with the suggested output shown in the content screen (300). The content screen then shows the photo of the dish along with multiple combinations and alternatives for easily sharing the photo with the social media platform (such as Instagram) that the user intends to share it with based on their past sharing history. For example, the content screen shows the user's commonly used social media applications in the vicinity of the photo, so the user quickly selects the application and quickly uploads the photo.
[0058] Finally, the user pairs the meal with a glass of red wine and loves it, so he wants to know where to buy it. The user then captures a photo of the red wine bottle using the shopping shutter that activates the shopping function. The photo of the red wine is then sent to the artificial intelligence platform that analyzes its content (including its geo-location, time of capture, content of the photo, etc.) and provides the user with the suggested output shown in the content screen (300). The content screen then shows the photo of the red wine along with multiple combinations and alternatives showing where the user can buy the red wine in the vicinity of the current location and information and reviews about the red wine. For example, the content screen shows websites and / or applications where the user can buy the red wine online, websites of supermarkets in the vicinity that have the red wine in stock, and red wine review applications that provide more information and reviews about the red wine.
[0059] As can be seen, the current application provides an innovative platform by using the multiple choice shutter view and artificial intelligence to centralize different options and functions in a simple way and can change the way people live and the way people use images all over the world.
[0060] As previously mentioned, all of these options shown in the different functionalities are also produced by the artificial intelligence platform, which is programmed to detect and analyze the content of the photo, learn from the user's past input actions, searches, interests, interactions with the network and other applications, messaging patterns, and the like. The artificial intelligence platform can also perform an analysis of the photo to detect and analyze any elements, text, symbols, logos, colors, textures, or similar parameters within the photo. Furthermore, the artificial intelligence platform can perform an analysis of the photo based on its georeferenced location, which can help identify the user's intent when capturing the photo. Further, the artificial intelligence system can perform an analysis of the photo based on the time of capture and / or the time the user is using the application as described in the present disclosure.
Claims
1. A multi-shutter camera application and method for selectively sending images to different artificial intelligence and innovation platforms that allow for rapid sharing and informational purposes, the method being performed by an electronic device (400) including a display (410) comprising a touch-sensitive surface (411) and at least one processor, the method comprising: a) A capture screen (100) with multiple shutter views is presented on the display (410), the content screen including at least one live view block (120) and at least two selective capture buttons (110) for capturing media content, such as shutters; b) Receive an input action (200) on at least one of these selective capture buttons (120), such as a tap, which provides input at the at least one selective capture button, wherein these selective capture buttons are used to capture media content and direct the captured content to an artificial intelligence platform to provide the user with different uses and / or information; c) By means of the input action (200) from step b), such as a tap on the shutter button, capture media content (130) and save the content to the electronic device (400) or a cloud-based application; d) In response to the input action (200), selectively send the media content (130) to the artificial intelligence platform, wherein the artificial intelligence platform: i. Based on the selected selective capture button (110) used to capture the media content (130), process the captured media content (130) information, and ii. Process the media content (130) and analyze the media content (130) using parameters (e.g., geographic location, capture time, photo content, etc.) to present the user with appropriate options to achieve the purpose of capturing the content (130) on the same screen as displaying the captured content (130). The artificial intelligence platform provides output information to present content screens (300) to the user. e) Presenting a content screen (300) that displays content generated by the artificial intelligence platform from step d), wherein the content screen (330) displays a plurality of alternatives and options related to the user's selected shutter and intent to capture the content, including but not limited to uses related to at least one of the following: A. Discover alternative functions that present information related to the captured content (130), such as websites, applications, contacts, and / or media content. B. Shopping function alternatives, such as websites, applications, contacts, media content and / or information related to the captured content (130), C. Alternatives to the sharing function, such as combinations and alternatives that the user would expect based on the captured content (130), such as those that make it easy to share the photo with other users and / or social media platforms.
2. The method as described in claim 1, wherein, The application is integrated into the user interface of the electronic device (400) and / or integrated into a third-party application (not a native application) installed on the device.
3. The method as described in claim 1, wherein, This application is a camera application.
4. The method of claim 1, further comprising a camera function configured to capture media content, wherein, The electronic device (400) includes camera hardware and software for this purpose.
5. The method of claim 4, wherein the camera function includes a camera application and / or a capture process that allows access to and use of the camera hardware in the electronic device (400) to capture media content.
6. The method of claim 4, wherein the camera hardware includes different types of lenses and sensors integrated into the electronic device.
7. The method of claim 1, wherein, The live view block (120) refers to at least a portion of the capture screen (100) that shows the live streaming content that the user can capture, and wherein the size and scale of the live view block can be customized by the user and can be adjusted according to the number of selective capture buttons (110) shown on the capture screen (100).
8. The method of claim 1, wherein, The selective capture button (110) includes a defined selection area within the display of the electronic device, which is used to receive input in order to capture the media content, process the content and download it to the electronic device or a cloud-based application.
9. The method of claim 1, wherein, The selective capture button (110) is selected from a group including a shutter button or an area configured to receive input actions (200).
10. The method of claim 1, wherein, The media content that can be captured through this application includes, but is not limited to, photos or videos.
11. The method of claim 1, wherein, Create a separate folder within the camera album or photo view application of the electronic device, whereby the folder displays the media content (130) captured through the capture screen (100).
12. The method of claim 11, wherein, By tapping on images or other media content within the separate folder (130), multiple options for the AI platform are displayed, allowing the user to select which AI platform to use for processing, and displaying relevant options based on the user's selection.
13. The method of claim 1, wherein, The electronic device (400) is a mobile phone, such as a smartphone, and wherein the electronic device includes a touch-sensitive surface (411).
14. The method of claim 1, wherein, The input action (200) includes one or more actions and / or movements performed by the user, which may be selected from at least one of the interface portions and combinations thereof provided for display on the display screen, including touch, click, tap, swipe, swipe, flick, or grasp (e.g., "pinch").
15. The method of claim 1, wherein, The input action (200) includes movement or pressure detected by the electronic device and formed by the user's hand or finger, for example by contact with the touch-sensitive surface (411) or with hardware such as a physical button.
16. The method of claim 1, wherein, The artificial intelligence platform is programmed to detect and analyze the content of the captured content (130), learning from the user’s past input actions, searches, interests, interactions with the web and other applications, messaging patterns and their combinations.
17. The method of claim 1, wherein, The AI platform is configured to perform analysis of the media content to detect and analyze any elements, text, symbols, logos, colors, textures, based on the georeferenced location (geographical location) of the media content and based on the capture time and / or the time the user uses the application containing this disclosure, and a combination thereof.
18. The method of claim 1, wherein, These different selective capture buttons (110) have different functions that can be predefined in the application or can be changed manually or automatically based on a series of inputs.
19. The method of claim 1, wherein, At least one of these selective capture buttons (110) serves as a discovery shutter associated with the discovery function.
20. The method of claim 19, wherein, The discovery shutter is a mechanism by which the application selectively sends the image and information to an AI platform when the user takes a photo using the button. The AI platform processes the image and interacts with the network and its own learning patterns to suggest the best apps, websites, or features related to the photo.
21. The method of claim 1, wherein, At least one of the selective capture buttons (110) serves as a shopping shutter related to the shopping function.
22. The method of claim 19, wherein, The shopping shutter is a tool that, when a user takes a photo using this button, the application selectively sends the image and information to an AI platform. This AI platform is able to analyze the information in the image and interact with the web and its own learning patterns to suggest the best apps, websites, or features related to the photo.
23. The method of claim 1, wherein, At least one of the selective capture buttons (110) serves as a shared shutter associated with the sharing function.
24. The method of claim 19, wherein, The shared shutter is a feature where, when a user takes a photo using the button, the application selectively sends the image and information to an AI platform. This AI platform analyzes the image's information (as described above) and interacts with the network and its own learning patterns to suggest simple and intuitive ways to share the photo based on the user's intent.
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