Server device, printed matter transport system, printed matter transport method, and program

Abstract

The invention provides a server device, a printed matter conveying system, a printed matter conveying method and a program which can enable a user to generate a motivation for outputting printed matter. In a server device (10), which is provided with a first processor and a memory (14) that stores a first image, which is an image for printing, and which communicates with a user terminal (100) and transmits the first image, the first processor (12) performs the following processes: transmitting a second image, which is an incomplete display mode of the first image, to the user terminal; accepting, from the user terminal, a transfer request for a first image associated with the second image; and transmitting the first image as a printing image to the user terminal (100) when the transmission request is received.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to a server apparatus, a print delivery system, a print delivery method, and a program, and particularly relates to a server apparatus, a print delivery system, a print delivery method, and a program that deliver an image for printing to a terminal held by a user. BACKGROUND

[0002] Conventionally, a service is performed in which a user selects a desired image (a photo), and a print (a printed matter) on which the image is printed is provided to the user. In such a service, for example, a user can purchase a photo of an idol via the Internet, and acquire a print of the purchased photo.

[0003] Patent Literature 1 discloses a technology for printing a content image with a lottery implementation number using a print service system.

[0004] PRIOR ART DOCUMENTS

[0005] PATENT LITERATURE

[0006] Patent Literature 1: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2017-16563 SUMMARY

[0007] One embodiment of the technology of the present application provides a server apparatus, a print delivery system, a print delivery method, and a program that can cause a user to have motivation to output a print.

[0008] MEANS FOR SOLVING THE TECHNICAL PROBLEM

[0009] The server apparatus of the first aspect of the present application includes a first processor and a memory that stores a first image that is an image for printing, and communicates with a user terminal and delivers the first image, wherein the first processor performs processing of transmitting a second image that is an incomplete display mode of the first image to the user terminal, accepting a delivery request of the first image associated with the second image from the user terminal, and delivering the first image as an image for printing to the user terminal if the delivery request is accepted.

[0010] The server apparatus of the second aspect of the present application preferably includes the first aspect, and in the second image, a part of the first image is not displayed.

[0011] The server apparatus of the third aspect of the present application preferably includes the first aspect, and in the second image, a part of the first image is displayed in a blurred manner.

[0012] The server apparatus of the fourth aspect of the present application preferably includes the first aspect, and in the second image, the entire first image is displayed in a blurred manner.

[0013] The server device of the fifth aspect preferably further includes a first processor that transmits information related to the incomplete display mode of the content to the user terminal in the first aspect.

[0014] The server device of the sixth aspect preferably further includes a first processor that transmits information related to the non-displayed image to the user terminal as the information in the fifth aspect.

[0015] The server device of the seventh aspect preferably further includes a first processor that transmits information related to the blurred display to the user terminal as the information in the fifth aspect.

[0016] The server device of the eighth aspect preferably further includes a second image having a notification display indicating the incomplete display mode of the region in the first aspect.

[0017] The server device of the ninth aspect preferably further includes a first image being a composite image of a main subject and a text in the first aspect, and a first processor that analyzes a position of the main subject and determines a position of the text.

[0018] The server device of the tenth aspect preferably further includes a first processor that performs the following processes: accepting information related to a preference of a user from the user terminal; and determining a configuration position of the text based on the information related to the preference in the ninth aspect.

[0019] The server device of the eleventh aspect preferably further includes a first image being a composite image of a photographic image and a text in the first aspect, and the text indicating an interaction of a message between a user of the user terminal and a subject of the photographic image.

[0020] The printed matter transmission system of the twelfth aspect of the present application is composed of a server device having a first processor and a storage that stores a first image that is a print image, and a user terminal having a second processor and a display portion and connected to a printer or having a printer, wherein the first processor performs the following processes: transmitting a second image that is an incomplete display mode of the first image to the user terminal; accepting a transmission request of the first image associated with the second image from the user terminal; if the transmission request is accepted, transmitting the first image as the print image to the user terminal; and the second processor performs the following processes: displaying the second image on the display portion; and accepting the transmitted first image and printing the first image by the printer.

[0021] The printed matter transmission system of the thirteenth aspect preferably further includes a second processor that displays the transmitted first image on the display portion.

[0022] The print delivery method of the 14th aspect of the present application uses a server device provided with a first processor and a memory storing a print image, i.e., a first image, and communicates with a user terminal and delivers the first image, and includes the following steps performed by the first processor: sending a second image, which is an incomplete display mode of the first image, to the user terminal; accepting a delivery request of the first image associated with the second image from the user terminal; and if the delivery request is accepted, delivering the first image as a print image to the user terminal.

[0023] The program of the 15th aspect of the present application causes a server device provided with a first processor and a memory storing a print image, i.e., a first image, and communicating with a user terminal and delivering the first image to execute a print delivery method, wherein the first processor performs the following processing: sending a second image, which is an incomplete display mode of the first image, to the user terminal; accepting a delivery request of the first image associated with the second image from the user terminal; and if the delivery request is accepted, delivering the first image as a print image to the user terminal. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0024] Figure 1 is a configuration diagram showing a print delivery system.

[0025] Figure 2 is a block diagram showing functions implemented by a processor of a print delivery server device.

[0026] Figure 3 is a diagram showing a hardware configuration example of a user terminal.

[0027] Figure 4 is a function block diagram showing functions implemented by a processor of a user terminal.

[0028] Figure 5 is a diagram showing specific examples of a sample image and a current image.

[0029] Figure 6 is a diagram showing specific examples of a sample image and a current image.

[0030] Figure 7 is a flowchart showing a print delivery method.

[0031] Figure 8 is a block diagram showing functions implemented by a processor.

[0032] Figure 9 is a diagram showing a specific example of the second embodiment.

[0033] Figure 10 is a diagram showing a first specific example of a sample image.

[0034] Figure 11 is a diagram illustrating a first embodiment of the sample image.

[0035] Figure 12 is a diagram illustrating a second embodiment of the sample image.

[0036] Figure 13 is a diagram illustrating a first embodiment of the image with text.

[0037] Figure 14 is a diagram illustrating a second embodiment of the image with text.

[0038] Figure 15 is a diagram illustrating a third embodiment of the image with text.

[0039] Figure 16 is a diagram showing an example of an initial screen of the user terminal.

[0040] Figure 17 is a diagram showing another example of an initial screen of the user terminal.

[0041] Figure 18 is a diagram showing still another example of an initial screen of the user terminal.

[0042] Figure 19 is a diagram showing an example of a screen displaying information of an artist.

[0043] Figure 20 is a diagram showing a case where a time-limited photo is transmitted.

[0044] Figure 21 is a diagram showing a case where a user is recommended to register as a premium member.

[0045] Figure 22 is a diagram showing an example of a screen in printing a photo.

[0046] Figure 23 is a diagram showing an example of a screen when printing of a photo is completed.

[0047] Figure 24 is a diagram showing a list of photos recommended by a user to be printed from an artist that the user follows.

[0048] Figure 25 is a diagram showing an example of a screen that previews transmission of a time-limited photo.

[0049] Figure 26 is a diagram showing an example of a screen that searches for and determines an artist that a user follows.

[0050] Figure 27 is a diagram showing an example of a screen of a personal page of a user.

[0051] Figure 28 FIG. 1 is an example of a screen indicating a list of artists that a user is following.

[0052] Figure 29 FIG. 2 is an example of a screen indicating that an artist's agent is setting up an account.

[0053] Figure 30 FIG. 3 is an example of a screen indicating that an artist is setting up an account.

[0054] Figure 31 FIG. 4 is another example of a screen indicating that an artist is setting up an account.

[0055] Figure 32 FIG. 5 is an example of a screen indicating that an artist is posting a photo.

[0056] Figure 33 FIG. 6 is another example of a screen indicating that an artist is posting a photo.

[0057] Figure 34 FIG. 7 is an example of a screen indicating a list of photos to be registered.

[0058] Figure 35 FIG. 8 is an example of a screen indicating information required to set up a photo to be registered.

[0059] Figure 36 FIG. 9 is an example of a screen indicating a list of photos to be approved.

[0060] Figure 37 FIG. 10 is an example of a screen indicating confirmation of the contents of a photo to be registered.

[0061] Figure 38 FIG. 11 is another example of a screen indicating confirmation of the contents of a photo to be registered.

[0062] Figure 39 FIG. 12 is an example of a screen indicating a request for correction of the contents of a photo to be registered.

[0063] Figure 40 FIG. 13 is an example of a screen indicating a preview of a photo. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0064] Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of a server apparatus, a printed matter delivery system, a printed matter delivery method, and a program according to the present application will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0065] First, a conventional printed matter delivery service will be described.

[0066] Conventionally, for example, sales of printed matter of an idol photo in which an idol is a main subject are performed. As an example of performing the sales of the printed matter, there is a photo session of the idol. Fans of the idol participate in the photo session by paying a fee, take a photo of the idol, and acquire the printed matter. Also, as another example of performing the sales of the printed matter, there is a case where the printed matter obtained by taking a photo of the idol is sold online.

[0067] Here, in a case where the printed matter is sold online, the printed matter can be sold targeting unspecified many users, but the enthusiasm of the fans like the photo session actually held can be weakened. Therefore, in a case where the printed matter is sold online, the number of sales can become relatively low.

[0068] On the other hand, at the photo session of the idol, the printed matter can be acquired by taking a photo of the idol with an instant camera after paying a fee, and further a message of the idol can be received on the printed matter. Thus, it is considered that, by receiving the message, the fans can be made happy, and thus the number of sales of the printed matter can be increased.

[0069] Therefore, in the following description, even in a case where the sales of the printed matter are performed via a network such as the Internet, a part that can be recognized only after purchase is provided. Thus, a technology by which the same enthusiasm as participating in the photo session can be given to the fans (users), and the motivation to purchase the printed matter can be generated is disclosed.

[0070] [Printed matter delivery system]

[0071] A printed matter delivery system of one embodiment of the present application will be described.

[0072] Figure 1 is a configuration diagram of a printed matter delivery system. In addition, the printed matter delivery server apparatus 10 is used, for example, in a case where a printed matter in which an image desired to be printed is sold to a user who holds a user terminal 100.

[0073] Figure 1 The printed matter delivery system 1 illustrated in the drawing is configured of the printed matter delivery server apparatus (server apparatus) 10 and the user terminal 100 that performs communication with the printed matter delivery server apparatus 10 via a network 40. Also, the user terminal 100 is wirelessly or wiredly connected to a printer 200.

[0074] The user terminal 100 transmits a print instruction to the printer 200. Thus, the user terminal 100 can cause the printer 200 to output (print) a printed matter P of an image possessed by the user terminal 100. The printed matter P is printed with an image for printing received from the user terminal 100. The printed matter P is configured of, for example, an instant film. In addition, in a case where the printed matter P is printed with an image for printing received from the user terminal 100, the printed matter P can be printed with an image for printing received from the user terminal 100. Figure 1In the above, an example of a case where the user terminal 100 and the printer 200 are provided separately has been described, but the application of the present application is not limited thereto. For example, the present application is also applicable to a device in which the user terminal 100 and the printer 200 are integrated.

[0075] The print delivery server device 10 is constituted by a computer, a workstation, or the like, and includes a processor (1st processor) 12, a memory 14, an input / output interface, and the like.

[0076] The processor 12 is constituted by a CPU (Central Processing Unit), and the like, and is a portion that centrally controls each section of the print delivery server device 10, and that generates a sample image (2nd image) of a display method in which the original image (1st image) is processed as being incomplete. Here, the display method in which the original image is incomplete indicates a method in which the original image is intentionally displayed in a blurred manner, or in which a region of the original image is intentionally set to be non-displayed and the original image itself is not displayed.

[0077] The memory 14 includes a flash memory, a ROM (Read-only Memory), and a RAM (Random Access Memory), a hard disk drive, and the like. The flash memory, the ROM, or the hard disk drive is a nonvolatile memory, and is used to store an operating system, various programs including an image processing program that executes the image processing method according to the present application, and the like.

[0078] The RAM functions as a work area based on the processing of the processor 12. Also, various programs stored in the flash memory, and the like, and data used for arithmetic processing, and the like, are temporarily stored. In addition, the processor 12 can have a part (RAM) of the memory 14 built in.

[0079] Also, the memory 14 stores an image for printing, that is, the original image. The original image is photographed by a seller of the image, and the photographed image is transmitted to the print delivery server device 10 and stored in the memory 14. For example, the seller photographs an idol, and the photographed image is stored in the memory 14 of the print delivery server device 10 via the network 40. The original image can have a text or a sticker, or the like, indicating a message from the idol attached thereto. The original image can be stored in the memory 14 in a state in which the text or the sticker is attached in advance. Also, the text or the sticker can be synthesized into the original image by an image processing section (not shown) of the print delivery server device 10.

[0080] The print delivery server device 10 is connected to the network 40 such as the Internet, and performs interaction of data between the user terminal 100 via the network 40.

[0081] The user terminal 100 includes a smartphone, a notebook computer, a tablet terminal held by a user. The user terminal 100 transmits a viewing request of a sample image to the printed matter transmission server apparatus 10. Also, the user terminal 100 receives the sample image and displays the sample image on a display section 104. Also, the user terminal 100 transmits a purchase request to the printed matter transmission server apparatus 10 in accordance with the sample image. Also, the user terminal 100 acquires the original image from the printed matter transmission server apparatus 10 and transmits a print request (print instruction) to the printer 200.

[0082] Figure 2 is a block diagram showing functions realized by a processor (first processor) 12 of the printed matter transmission server apparatus 10. The processor 12 realizes each function by executing a dedicated program stored in a memory 14.

[0083] The processor 12 realizes functions of a sample image transmission section 12A, a transmission request acceptance section 12B, and an original image transmission section 12C.

[0084] The sample image transmission section 12A transmits a sample image to the user terminal 100. Here, the sample image is an image in an incomplete display mode of the original image. For example, in the sample image, a part of the original image becomes non-displayed, which is the incomplete display mode. Also, for example, in the sample image, a part of the original image is displayed in blur, which is the incomplete display mode. Also, for example, in the sample image, the entire original image is displayed in blur, which is the incomplete display mode. Such a sample image is transmitted to the user terminal 100, and the user displays the sample image on the display section 104 of the user terminal 100. Thereby, the user cannot view the original image itself, but can imagine the original image through the sample image.

[0085] The transmission request acceptance section 12B accepts a transmission request of the original image associated with the sample image from the user terminal 100. For example, the user views the sample image in the user terminal 100 and, in a case where the user determines to purchase, transmits the transmission request from the user terminal 100 to the transmission request acceptance section 12B of the printed matter transmission server apparatus 10.

[0086] If the transmission request is accepted, the original image transmission section 12C transmits the original image as a print image to the user terminal 100.

[0087] Figure 3 is a diagram showing a hardware structure example of the user terminal 100. Also, Figure 3 The structure shown in the drawing mainly shows parts necessary for explanation of the present application, and illustration and explanation of a telephone function and the like are omitted.

[0088] The user terminal 100 is provided with a processor (second processor) 112, a memory 116, a communication interface 114, a display section 104, a camera 118, and an operation section 106.

[0089] The user terminal 100 has the display section 104. The display section 104 displays the sample image received by the user terminal 100. Also, the display section 104 can display the original image on the display section 104 after the user determines to purchase. Also, in the case where a moving image or a still image is captured by the camera 118, an instant preview image is displayed on the display section 104.

[0090] The operation section 106 is constituted by a touch panel provided on the display section 104 or a part of the operation section 106, i.e., a button. By operating the operation section 106, it is possible to input a selection of the sample image displayed on the display section 104. For example, by selecting the sample image, it is determined to purchase the original image corresponding to the sample image.

[0091] Figure 4 is a functional block diagram showing functions realized by the processor 112 of the user terminal 100. The processor 112 realizes each function by executing a dedicated program stored in the memory 116.

[0092] The processor 112 realizes a display control section 112A and a print control section 112B.

[0093] The display control section 112A displays the sample image received from the printed matter delivery server apparatus 10 on the display section 104. Also, the display control section 112A can also display the original image on the display section 104 after the purchase of the original image is made. In addition, the display of the original image on the display section 104 can be limited in number of times.

[0094] The print control section 112B outputs a print instruction of the original image to the printer 200. Specifically, the print control section 112B transmits the print instruction of the original image acquired from the printed matter delivery server apparatus 10 to the printer 200. In addition, data for printing the original image is also transmitted to the printer 200 together with the print instruction. Also, the print of the original image can be limited in number of times.

[0095] [Sample Image and Original Image]

[0096] Next, a specific example of the sample image and the original image will be described.

[0097] Figure 5 is a diagram showing a specific example 1 of the sample image and the original image.

[0098] In Figure 5The sample image 50 and the original image 52 are shown in FIG. 1. The sample image 50 is displayed on the display section 104 of the user terminal 100 before the original image is purchased. The sample image 50 shows the existing idol A, but the text M is not displayed. If it is determined to purchase the original image 52, a print of the original image 52 to which the text M is added can be acquired. Specifically, in the print of the original image 52, in addition to the idol A, the handwritten text M ("Thank you as always!") of the idol A is added. In this way, the sample image 50 is displayed incompletely with respect to the original image 52 in that the handwritten text M is not displayed with respect to the original image, but if it is determined to purchase the original image 52, a print to which the text M is added can be acquired. Thus, the user can confirm the text M of the idol A after purchasing the print, and thus the user can be further motivated to purchase the print.

[0099] Figure 6 FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining a specific example 2 of a sample image and an original image.

[0100] In Figure 6 The sample image 54 and the original image 56 are shown in FIG. 2. The sample image 54 is displayed on the display section 104 of the user terminal 100 before the original image is purchased. In the sample image 54, the idol A is shown with only the face portion of the idol A being blurred. In the following description, a display that is blurred and a display that is low in resolution are indicated by dotted lines. On the other hand, the original image 56 shows the idol A in its entirety clearly, and the face portion that is blurred in the sample image 54 is also shown clearly. In this way, the sample image 54 is displayed incompletely with respect to the original image 56 in that the face portion is blurred with respect to the original image, but if it is determined to purchase the original image 56, a print of the original image 56 that shows the idol A in its entirety clearly can be acquired. Thus, the user can confirm the idol A that is shown in its entirety clearly after purchasing the print, and thus the user can be motivated to purchase the print.

[0101] [Print delivery method]

[0102] Next, a print delivery method using the print delivery system 1 and a program for realizing the print delivery method will be described.

[0103] Figure 7 FIG. 3 is a flowchart for explaining the print delivery method. In addition, in Figure 7 In FIG. 4, the action of a terminal (photographer terminal) of a photographer who installed a photographing application (described as a photographing application in Figure 7 In FIG. 4, the action of a terminal (photographer terminal) of a photographer who installed a photographing application (described as a photographing application in Figure 7 In FIG. 4, the action of a terminal (photographer terminal) of a photographer who installed a photographing application (described as a photographing application in

[0104] First, the present image is captured by the photographer terminal. Then, the present image is transmitted to the print delivery server apparatus 10 via the network 40 (step S01). Note that the resolution at the time of capturing by the photographer terminal and the resolution of the image transmitted to the print delivery server apparatus 10 can be different. For example, even in the case where a high-resolution image is acquired at the time of capturing by the photographer terminal, a resolution-reduced image is transmitted at the time of transmission to the print delivery server apparatus 10. Thereby, it is possible to make the resolution of the present image transmitted to the print delivery server apparatus 10 coincide with the resolution of the print finally output by the printer 200. The print delivery server apparatus 10 receives the present image, and stores it in the storage 14 (step S02).

[0105] The user transmits a viewing request of the sample image via the network 40 by the user terminal 100 (step S03). The print delivery server apparatus 10 receiving the viewing request from the user terminal 100 transmits the sample image to the user terminal 100. The user terminal 100 displays the received sample image on the display section 104, and the user views the displayed sample image (step S04).

[0106] Then, the user transmits a purchase request to the print delivery server apparatus 10 on the basis of the viewing of the sample image (step S05). Then, the print delivery server apparatus 10 transmits the present image to the user terminal 100 (step S06). Then, the user terminal 100 transmits a print request of the acquired present image to the printer 200 (step S07). Next, the printer 200 outputs a print of the present image on the basis of the print request acquired from the user terminal 100 (step S08).

[0107] As explained above, according to the present embodiment, the sample image is an incomplete display mode of the present image, and the present image can be confirmed only after the purchase is determined. Thereby, it is possible to encourage the user to purchase the print.

[0108] <2nd Embodiment>

[0109] Next, the 2nd embodiment of the present application will be explained. In the 2nd embodiment of the present application, the print delivery server apparatus 10 transmits information associated with the content of the incomplete display mode to the user terminal 100. Thereby, the user can make a determination of purchase after predicting the present image even before the purchase.

[0110] Figure 8 is a block diagram showing the functions realized by the processor 12. Note that the same symbols are attached to the already explained function blocks, and the explanation is omitted.

[0111] The associated information transmitting section 12D transmits information associated with the content of the incomplete display mode in the sample image to the user terminal 100. Specifically, the print delivery server apparatus 10 transmits information related to the non-displayed image or information related to the blurred display to the user terminal 100. For example, in the case where the text is non-displayed, the content of the text (message content) is transmitted to the user terminal 100. Also, for example, in the case where the face of the idol is blurred, the name of the idol is transmitted to the user terminal 100. In this way, by transmitting information associated with the content of the incomplete display mode in the sample image, the user can predict the present image even before purchase.

[0112] Figure 9 is a diagram for explaining a specific example of the present embodiment.

[0113] In Figure 9 In the case of the sample image 50, the text M ("Thank you as always!") of the present image 52 is non-displayed. In this case, the associated information transmitting section 12D transmits information N related to the non-displayed text M to the user terminal 100. For example, the associated information transmitting section 12D transmits the content of the handwritten text M as text data to the user terminal 100. Thereby, the user can confirm which message text is attached to the present image 52 even before purchase, and make a judgment of purchase.

[0114] <Sample image>

[0115] Next, a specific example of the display mode of the sample image will be explained.

[0116] As the sample image of the present application, various display modes can be employed as long as it is an incomplete display mode with respect to the present image. Hereinafter, a specific example of the display mode of the sample image will be explained. Note that the display mode of the sample image is not limited to the specific example explained below.

[0117] Figure 10 is a diagram for explaining a first specific example of the sample image.

[0118] The sample image 60 has a notification display 64 indicating a region of the incomplete display mode. In the present image corresponding to the sample image 60, a message is attached in the region of the notification display 64. By the sample image 60 displayed on the display section 104 of the user terminal 100, the user can confirm the notification display 64 and predict the part after the attached message, and determine to purchase the print.

[0119] Figure 11 is a diagram for explaining a second specific example of the sample image.

[0120] In the sample image 66, instead of setting the text M as non-display, the text M is displayed in low resolution. That is, the sample image 66 becomes an incomplete display by setting the text M as low resolution. The sample image 66 has a low resolution display 68 of the text M, and is able to convey to the user a preview image when a message is added to the situation of the present image.

[0121] Figure 12 is a schematic view for explaining the first specific example of the sample image.

[0122] The entire image of the sample image 70 is low resolution. That is, the sample image 70 becomes an incomplete display by low resolution of the entire image with respect to the present image. Thereby, by the sample image 70 being displayed on the display section of the user terminal 100, the user is able to grasp a preview image of the present image.

[0123] <Present image>

[0124] Next, specific examples of the present image are explained.

[0125] As the present image of the present application, an existing handwritten character or a sticker or the like is superimposed on a main subject composed of a person (for example, an idol). The present image can determine the position of the text or the sticker in advance, or can determine the position of the text or the sticker by image processing as explained below.

[0126] Figure 13 is a schematic view for explaining the first specific example of the sample image.

[0127] With respect to Figure 13 The present image 80 shown in FIG. 8 is controlled in the arrangement position of the text M so that the face portion or the entire body of the idol A does not overlap the text M. For example, an image processing section (not shown) realized by the processor 12 of the printed matter delivery server apparatus 10 analyzes the image in which the idol A is photographed, and arranges the text M in a position not overlapping the idol A. Thereby, the present image 80 in which the text M is arranged in an appropriate position can be generated. In addition, the generation of the composite image of the present image is performed by an image generation section realized by the processor 12.

[0128] Figure 14 is a schematic view for explaining the second specific example of the sample image.

[0129] Figure 14The main subject of the self-image 82 shown is an idol group composed of idols A, B, and C. Moreover, analysis of the main subject, the idol group, of the self-image 82 is performed by an image processing section (not shown) realized by the processor 12 of the print delivery server apparatus 10. Here, for example, in a case where the user having the user terminal 100 particularly supports the idol A, the text M is arranged in a manner that the text M does not overlap the idol A. Thereby, the self-image 82 in which the message is appropriately arranged in accordance with the user's preference can be generated. In addition, the information (information related to the user's preference) that the user particularly supports the idol A is transmitted from the user terminal 100 to the print delivery server apparatus 10.

[0130] Figure 15 Fig. 23 is a diagram for explaining a third specific example of a self-image with a text.

[0131] Figure 15 The self-image 84 shown has a text M representing an interaction of a message between the main subject, the idol A, and the user. The print of the self-image 84 becomes a world unique print having an interaction of a message between the user and the idol A. In addition, as a sample image of the self-image 84, a sample image in which the image processing of setting the text M to be non-displayed is implemented can be considered.

[0132] In the above-described embodiments, the hardware structure of the processing sections (sample image transmission section 12A, delivery request acceptance section 12B, self-image delivery section 12C, association information transmission section 12D, display control section 112A, print control section 112B) that perform various processes is various processors (processor) as described below. The various processors include a general-purpose processor, that is, a CPU (Central Processing Unit), which executes software (program) to function as the various processing sections, a processor, that is, a PLD (Programmable Logic Device), which can change the circuit structure after manufacture, such as an FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array), an ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit), and a dedicated electric circuit, that is, a processor having a circuit structure specially designed to perform a specific process.

[0133] One processing section can be constituted by one of these various processors, or can be constituted by two or more processors of the same kind or different kinds (for example, a plurality of FPGAs or a combination of a CPU and an FPGA). Also, a plurality of processing sections can be constituted by one processor. As an example of constituting a plurality of processing sections by one processor, 1) there is a mode in which one processor constituted by a combination of one or more CPUs and software functions as a plurality of processing sections, as typified by a computer such as a client or a server. 2) there is a mode in which a processor that realizes the functions of the entire system including a plurality of processing sections by one IC (Integrated Circuit) chip is used, as typified by a system on chip (SoC). Thus, the various processing sections are constituted by using one or more of the above various processors as a hardware structure.

[0134] Also, more specifically, the hardware structure of these various processors is an electrical circuit (circuitry) of a mode in which circuit elements such as semiconductor elements are combined.

[0135] The above-described structures and functions can be appropriately realized by any hardware, software, or a combination of both. For example, a program that causes a computer to execute the above-described processing steps (processing sequence), a recording medium (non-transitory recording medium) readable by a computer on which such a program is recorded, or a computer on which such a program can be installed can also be applied to the present application.

[0136] [Screen Examples]

[0137] Hereinafter, screen examples of the photographer terminal and the user terminal 100 will be described. In the following examples, the names of artists and the like (including idols) and the names of users and the like, and the like can be described at times, but these are all fictitious. Also, in the implementation of the present application, the values of fees and points can be different from those in the following screen examples. In the portions described as "XXX..." in the drawings, the text displays the comments of the artists and the like.

[0138] [Initial screen of user terminal]

[0139] Figure 16 is a drawing that shows an example of an initial screen in the user terminal 100 (image receiving side device, terminal device). In the screen 900, the area 900A is an area that displays a display name such as the name or nickname of the user. In the case where an artist that the user is interested in or an artist that the user is particularly enthusiastic about (the above-described "push star", "push star member", or "push star group member") has not been registered yet, a representative image of an artist recommended by the system side is displayed in the area 900B, and if the user clicks the representative image, the screen of the user terminal 100 transitions to the screen of each artist (for example, refer to FIG. 6). Figure 19). The user terminal 100 can display a plurality of (for example, 10) such representative images, and can display them in order of the number of users who pay attention to them. Also, in a case where the artist who is the object of attention has not been registered, if the user clicks the tab 900C displayed as "Search for a star", the screen of the user terminal 100 transitions to a state where the user can search for an artist (for example, refer to Figure 26 ).

[0140] In the area 900D, photos that are in progress of transmission (photos that have not been purchased and printed) are displayed. Also, in the area 900E, photos that have been purchased and printed by the user are displayed. In each photo, the number of users who purchased and printed the photo and the number of users who reacted to the photo (posting of a comment on the photo or selection of an icon that expresses the user's mood, etc.) are displayed.

[0141] Figure 17 is a drawing that represents an example of an initial screen in a state where the user has registered an artist who is the object of attention. As with the example of Figure 16 , in the screen 902 shown in Figure 17 , the area 902A is displayed, which displays a display name such as the user's name or nickname. Also, in the area 902B, representative images of artists who are the objects of attention of the user are displayed, and if the user clicks a representative image, the screen of each artist is transitioned to (for example, refer to Figure 19 ). In a case where there is an update (start of transmission of a new photo, notification of an event, etc.) since the last time the user viewed it, the user terminal 100 preferably identifies the representative image of the artist (adds a mark, etc.) and displays it.

[0142] Even in a case where an artist who is the object of attention is registered, if the user clicks the tab 902C displayed as "Add a star", the screen transitions to a state where the user can search for an artist (for example, refer to Figure 26 ).

[0143] As with the above-described content regarding the areas 900D and 900E, in the areas 902D and 902E, photos that are in progress of transmission and photos that have been purchased and printed are displayed, respectively.

[0144] Figure 18 is a drawing that represents another example of an initial screen of the user terminal 100. As with the example of Figure 16 , 17 , in the screen 904 shown in Figure 18 , the area 902A is displayed, which displays a display name such as the user's name or nickname. If the user clicks the area 904B, the screen transitions to a screen where an artist who is the object of attention is registered. In the area 904C, information such as a notification of an event is displayed, and in the area 904D, a list of immediate photos that are in progress of transmission (there can be a plurality of them) is displayed.

[0145] [Regarding the screen of each artist]

[0146] Figure 19 This is a drawing showing an example of a home page in the user terminal 100 regarding each artist. The home page shows information of the artist. In the screen 905 shown in the drawing, the name (or the name) of the artist is displayed in the area 905A, and the group name is displayed if applicable. If the 905B to the left or to the right is clicked, the screen showing the information of the other artist is transitioned to. The number of the photo transmission, the number of the followers, and the icon showing whether or not the artist is followed are displayed in the area 905C. Also, if the "+" of the area 905D is clicked, the area 905D is expanded to show the artist's profile. The displayed profile is, for example, the information input on the screen shown in the drawing of Figure 30 , 31 below. In the case where the area 905D is expanded, the above-mentioned cross mark becomes "-", and if this "-" is clicked, the profile is closed (folded). The message from the artist is displayed in the area 905E. Also, the photos of the artist can be displayed at a glance in the lower part of the area 905E (the illustration is omitted in the drawing of Figure 19 ).

[0147] Figure 20 This is a drawing showing a screen of the individual photo of the artist in the user terminal 100. The drawing shows the case where the photo is uploaded and becomes a state where it can be purchased and printed. In the screen 906 shown in the drawing, the notification that the photo is uploaded is displayed in the area 906A. The message can be changed according to the normal photo and the special photo (the high-grade photo). The transmission period (the period where the photo can be purchased and printed) of the photo is displayed in the area 906B. Figure 20 In the area 906C, the image preview of the photo is displayed in a frame. The image preview is in a state where it is not clear before printing, and is clearly displayed after printing. In the present embodiment, the period where the photo can be purchased and printed can be limited, and in the example shown in the drawing, the remaining time from the start of the photo transmission is displayed in the area 906B. If the time counting becomes zero, the display mode is changed, and the content that the photo cannot be purchased and printed is displayed. Also, in the screen 906, the background of the photo is displayed in the color or the pattern selected by the user or the artist. In the high-grade photo, the color or the pattern of the background can be made different from the normal photo to demonstrate the high-grade feeling.

[0148] Figure 20 The number of the reactions to the photo by the users who have printed it is displayed in the area 906C. Different icons correspond to different reactions. The icon of the reaction that the user opens the screen 906 the most when the reactions of the users who have printed it are displayed larger in the area 906D (the illustration is omitted in the drawing of

[0149] Figure 20 ​​(In the example, it is marked with a heart shape). Area 906E is the comment area, which displays the sender's (artist, etc.) name, affiliation (group name, etc.), representative image, and comment.

[0150] If a user clicks on tag 906F, they will be returned to the artist's homepage (e.g., Figure 19 (As shown in the image). Notes are displayed in text in area 906G, and the points required to purchase photos are displayed in area 906H. If the user clicks on area 906I, the user is redirected to the photo purchase and printing screen.

[0151] Alternatively, you can Figure 20 A "following area" is set on the screen. This following area includes, for example, areas 906H and 906I, which are always displayed at the bottom of the screen regardless of whether scrolling is performed.

[0152] [Restrictions on service content corresponding to user category]

[0153] In this embodiment, a limit can be set on the service content (e.g., the number of photos that can be printed). This limit can be changed based on the user's category or attributes (e.g., regular members and premium members, bronze members and gold members and platinum members; a way of attribute information). Figure 21 This is an example of a screen displaying the situation when a user (here, a regular member) on user terminal 100 reaches the maximum number of prints. On screen 908, the message "Print limit reached" and the message "Unlimited prints if you become a premium member" are displayed in area 908A. Additionally, notifications about premium member services or requests regarding monthly fees and free periods are displayed in areas 908B and 908C. If the user clicks label 908D, the premium member terms of service are displayed, and checkbox 908E is activated (becoming an on / off state). If the user turns checkbox 908E on, area 908F is activated, allowing the user to complete the premium member registration process.

[0154] [Image of a photo being printed]

[0155] Figure 22 This diagram illustrates an example of a screen displaying a printed photo on user terminal 100. This screen 910 is displayed after purchase confirmation and completion. Since printing photos on instant film takes time, it is preferable to also display "Printing" on the screen. Furthermore, the start and end times of printing can be determined based on information from the printer itself. Figure 22In the screen 910, the background of the area 910A and the color of the reaction button 910B can continue the color set by the entertainer on the photo (color representing the entertainer's emotion for the photo; also referred to as "emotional color"). In addition, the reaction button 910B in the screen 910 is not for accepting a tap on the screen 910, but serves as a means for urging the user to tap on the next print completion screen. If the printing of the photo is completed, the screen of the user terminal 100 transitions to the print completion screen shown in Figure 23 .

[0156] [Print Completion Screen]

[0157] Figure 23 is an example of a print completion screen (a screen displayed in a state where the printer main body has completed the printing of the photo) in the user terminal 100. In the screen 912, a message indicating that the printing is completed is displayed in the area 912A. The mileage or points obtained by the user can be displayed together. The date and time of the transmission of the photo are displayed in the area 912B, and the printed photo is displayed in a frame in the area 912C. In addition, as shown in the example of Figure 20 and Figure 23 , the photo before printing is not clearly displayed, but is clearly displayed after printing, so that the user can be motivated to purchase and print the photo. Also, if the printing is performed, the result is reflected in the statistics of the number of prints shown in Figure 18 .

[0158] In addition, a reaction button 912D is displayed on the screen 912. As described above, if the printing of the photo is completed, the reaction button 912D can be tapped, and the user can express his or her own feeling by tapping. The result of the tapping is reflected in the statistics of the reaction shown in Figure 18 or Figure 20 .

[0159] Figure 23 The area 912E of the screen 912 is a comment area, and displays the name or name of the sender (entertainer or the like), affiliation, representative image, and comment. If the user taps the area 912F, the screen of the user terminal 100 transitions to the album (a list of photos recommended for printing by the entertainer that the user is interested in; refer to Figure 24 ).

[0160] [Album]

[0161] Figure 24is a drawing showing an example of a screen display of a photo album in the user terminal 100. In the screen 914, the name or the name of the sender (an artist), the affiliation is displayed in the uppermost area 914A. The area 914B is a fixed area, and icons indicating selectable menus are displayed. The area 914C is an area displaying the date of the photo displayed on the screen, and if a scroll operation is performed on the screen, it is displayed in a fixed area manner (in the same area on the screen). The date itself in the area 914C changes in association with the photo displayed.

[0162] The photos are displayed in the area 914D in a list. It is preferable to change the display manner according to the photos that have been purchased and printed and the photos that have not been purchased. For example, as described above, it is possible to consider turning the blur on / off before and after purchase and printing, or adding / removing the display of "not purchased", and the like. Also, in the area 914D, the premium photos are added with the display of "Premium: premium member". In the area 914D, the reaction that is the most in the reaction of the user as a whole for each photo is also displayed.

[0163] [Example of display order of photos in the list display]

[0164] An example of the display order of the photos in the list display will be described. The display can be made in a new order as a standard, and only the contents that have been transmitted are displayed (not displayed in the transmission). Also, as shown in the example of Figure 24 three photos are displayed in the order of "not enlarged", "enlarged and left-aligned", "not enlarged", and "enlarged and right-aligned". Only the purchased photos are set as the objects of enlargement, and in the case where the purchased photos are less than three, the enlargement is not performed. Also, in the case where the purchased photos are two or more, the latest photo is enlarged. In the case where the lowermost row does not satisfy the group of three (in the case of one or two), the photos in the row are not enlarged.

[0165] [Detail screen of each photo]

[0166] Figure 25is a drawing showing an example of a screen for displaying a detailed screen of each photo. The screen 916 is displayed by transition from a photo list screen or a calendar display screen. If the button 916A is clicked on the screen 916, the original screen is returned. The area 916B shows the title of the screen 916. The area 916C shows the detailed contents of the photo, which are the same for both the user side (the fan side) and the entertainer side, and displays the background color (in the selected color), the transmission date and time, the image included in the photo (with a frame), and the reaction icon. The image displayed in the area 916C is a clear image in the case where it has been purchased and is a blurred and unclear image in the case where it has not been purchased. The name (the name), the affiliation, the representative image, and the comment of the entertainer are displayed in the lower part of the area 916C, and the points obtained by the user by printing the photo are displayed in the lower part thereof (the illustrated numerical value is an example; the same applies hereinafter).

[0167] In addition, as described above, the screen 916 can be transitioned from a plurality of screens, but by clicking the button 916D, it is possible to return to the original screen.

[0168] [Search for an Entertainer to be Followed]

[0169] Figure 26 is a drawing showing an example of a screen (a screen displayed on the user terminal 100) for searching for an entertainer to be followed ("push star"). In the upper part of the screen 918, a search box 918A is displayed, and the user can search by the name or the group name. In the lower part of the search box 918A, the name or the name and the representative image of the recommended entertainer (an entertainer recommended by the service provider) facing the user are displayed, and if they are clicked, the screen of each entertainer is transitioned (for example, refer to Figure 19 ). A plurality of recommended entertainers can be displayed, for example, in the order of the number of followers or in the order of the gojyuon chart, the Latin alphabet, the order of the new photo posting, and the like. It can also be configured so that the user can select the display conditions.

[0170] [User's Personal Page]

[0171] Figure 27 is a drawing showing an example of a user's personal page (also referred to as "my page"). In the screen 920 shown in the drawing, the user name is displayed in the area 920A, and if the user clicks this part, the account editing screen is transitioned. The area 920B is an area for displaying the user category (ordinary member / advanced member), the points held by the user, a link to the purchase points or the points use record, and the like. In the area 920C, the title obtained by the user is displayed. The "title" is given according to the service utilization status of the user, for example, in the case where the photo is initially purchased and printed, in the case where the followed entertainer is registered, and in the case where the photo is purchased and printed at the time when the transmission period is close to the end, and the like. In the case where the user has not obtained the title, the area 920C is not displayed. Figure 27In the example of Fig. 9, the latest three titles are displayed. In the case where no title is given, a message such as "No title obtained. " or "Get a title by purchasing / printing a photo! " can be displayed.

[0172] The area 920D is an area that displays the attention status of the artist, and if the link is clicked, it transitions to an artist-specific screen (see, for example, Fig. 9B). Figure 19 The area 920E is an area that displays a link to other functions, and in the example of Fig. 9B, a link to the function of displaying the list of the user's friends is displayed. Figure 27 In the example of Fig. 9B, a link regarding the connection (for example, based on close proximity wireless communication) between the user terminal 100 and the printer 400 (printer) and the usage guide is displayed. In the lower part of the area 920E, a list of notifications from the system side and a link to the notifications are displayed.

[0173] [Management of artists being followed]

[0174] Figure 28 Fig. 9C is a diagram that shows an example of a management screen (which can be transitioned from the above-described personal page) used when a plurality of artists being followed (also referred to as "starring": specific persons) are set in the user terminal 100. In the example of Fig. 9C, the list of the artists being followed is displayed in the upper part of the screen. Figure 28 In the screen 922 shown in Fig. 9C, a button 922A is displayed in the upper part, and by clicking the button, it is possible to return to the personal page. The page title (in this case, "Following") is displayed in the area 922B. The area 922C lists the artists being followed, and displays a thumbnail image, name, affiliation, number of photo postings, number of users being followed, an icon indicating whether or not being followed, and the like of the artists. It is preferable to provide a function for the user to change the display order of the artists (for example, movement based on drag and drop) on the screen 922. Furthermore, it is preferable that the display order changed by the function be reflected in the artist list display in other screens as well.

[0175] [Confirmation and editing of account information]

[0176] Figure 29 Fig. 9D is a diagram that shows an example of a screen for confirming and editing account information. In the example of Fig. 9D, the screen 924 is shown. Figure 29 In the screen 924 shown in Fig. 9D, a button 924A is provided in the upper part, and if the button is clicked, it returns to the above-described personal page of the user (see Fig. 9A). Figure 27 In the area 924B, the title of the screen (ID / account setting) is displayed. In the lower part of the title, information regarding the ID (in this case, the e-mail address), password, nickname, notification setting, automatic login is displayed in the areas 924C to 924G, and if the button on the right of each area is clicked, it transitions to the screen for editing each item. If the tab 924H at the lowermost part of the screen is clicked, it returns to the login screen of the system.

[0177] [Account creation on the artist side]

[0178] Figure 30 , 31 This is an example image showing the account creation screen on the artist's side. Figure 30 Screen 926 indicates the required field input area. If an individual artist or group artist is selected in the upper area 926A, the displayed content changes accordingly. The "Required Fields" label is displayed in area 926B. Before selecting a profile picture (representative image), a "Picture Selection" button 926D is displayed below the "Profile Picture" title in area 926C. Clicking this button transitions to the image selection screen. Once image selection is complete, the selected image is displayed below the title. Areas 926E, 926F, and 926G are for the idol's account name (idol name, etc.), the Romanized representation of the account name, and the area for entering the account name, respectively. Below these areas is a text input area for the artist's self-introduction.

[0179] Figure 31 Screen 928 indicates the input field for any field. Areas 928A to 928F are for entering the group name, assigned color (the color assigned to each artist; image color), birthday, birthplace, debut date, and website URL (Uniform Resource Locator), respectively. Area 928G is for entering the URL of various SNS (Social Networking Service) services; multiple areas can be set up corresponding to multiple SNS services. A confirmation button 928H is always displayed at the bottom (following scrolling). This button 928H is inactive if none of the required fields are entered or if errors exist. Clicking button 928H after completing the input and correcting any errors will transition to the account creation completion screen.

[0180] [Photo Release]

[0181] Figure 32 This is an example of a screen used for publishing photos (regular or premium photos) through a photographer's terminal. In screen 930, if there is a system "notification" requiring the artist's attention, the message is displayed in area 930A. Clicking the message transitions to a notification overview screen. Examples of "notifications requiring attention" include, "There is a problem with the image or comment on a time-limited photo (a photo that users can only purchase and print for a limited period) that the artist intended to publish. Following the agent's instructions, the publication has been returned to the artist."

[0182] In the absence of the aforementioned "notification requiring attention", display as follows: Figure 33That kind of screen. In the screen 932, the artist's account name, group name, representative image (profile image), and the like are displayed in the upper region 932A, and if the region is clicked, the screen for confirming and editing the account information is transitioned to (for example, refer to Figure 29 ).

[0183] Figure 33 The screen 932 shown in the drawing is a screen at the time of posting the time-limited photo described above, and if the button 932B is clicked, the screen for posting a 10-minute limited photo (a photo that can be purchased and printed only within 10 minutes) is transitioned to. The buttons 932C, 932D are buttons for transitioning to a photo list screen in temporary saving and a photo list screen for scheduled transmission, and the label 932E is a label for transitioning to an album. With this time-limited photo, the rarity of the photo can be increased, and the fan can experience the feeling of "being connected to the artist that he or she supports at this moment".

[0184] [Setting of transmission of photo]

[0185] Figure 34 is a drawing showing an example of a screen for setting of transmission of photo. In the upper portion of the screen 934, the button 934A for returning to the personal page of the artist is displayed, and the title ("setting of transmission") is displayed in the region 934B. In the example shown in the drawing, the artist side (including an agent or a staff member having an account in addition to the artist himself or herself) can post a photo from a smartphone or a camera (for example, a digital camera with a printer and a camera capable of connecting to a network). In addition, in the present system, by the setting of the artist side, a photo with sound can also be posted. Figure 34

[0186] [Detailed setting of transmission of photo]

[0187] Figure 35 is a drawing showing an example of a screen for detailed setting of transmission of photo (an example of a screen of the photographer terminal). In addition, in Figure 35 , the case of setting of transmission of a time-limited photo is described. In the screen 936 shown in the drawing, the button 936A for returning to the previous screen (for example, the screen of Figure 34 ) is displayed in the upper portion, and the title of the screen ("detailed registration") is displayed in the region 936B. In the region 936C, a preview of the posted photo (a state printed on a print film) is displayed in a frame, and if the label 936D in the lower portion thereof is clicked, the editing screen can be transitioned to and the image can be edited (enlargement, reduction, rotation, movement, cropping, and the like of the image). The button 936E is displayed in the lower portion of the screen, and if the button is clicked, the confirmation screen is transitioned to. In the case where none of the mandatory items is input, it is preferable that the button 936E is in an inactive state.

[0188] ​In addition, in the present embodiment, the content that can be set in detail can be changed between the normal photo and the premium photo. For example, in the case of the premium photo, as shown in Figure 35 , the image color and the comment can be attached to the image.

[0189] [One-up display of photos to be approved]

[0190] In the image transmission system 10, the photo posted by the artist can be uploaded and disclosed after being approved by the authority such as the agent. Figure 36 is a diagram showing an example of a screen of one-up display of photos to be approved. In the screen 938 shown in the diagram, a button 938A for returning to the previous screen (for example, the personal page of the agent) is provided at the upper part of the screen, and the title of the screen ("one-up display of photos to be approved") is displayed in the area 938B. The area 938C is an area for switching the object of the one-up display, and in the initial state, "all" is selected, and the photos to be approved of all the artists in charge of by the agent and the like are displayed in the area 938D at the lower part of the screen. If the image of each artist is clicked in the area 938C, only the photos to be approved based on the artist are displayed in the area 938D. The area 938D is an area for displaying the photos to be approved, and for example, the image used in the photo, the transmission time, the name or the name of the artist, the group name, the comment or the message based on the artist are displayed in the order of the disclosure time early, and the like. In addition, in the case of the premium photo, the display indicating the content thereof (in the example of Figure 36 , the icon attached with "Premium") is performed.

[0191] In the state where the one-up display of the photos is performed, if the area of any photo is clicked, the screen of the approval of the posted content is transitioned (for example, refer to Figure 37 ).

[0192] [Approval of posted content]

[0193] Figure 37 is a diagram showing an example of the screen of the approval of the posted content. In the screen 940 shown in the diagram, a button 940A for returning to the previous screen (the one-up display of the photos to be approved or the screen of the notification of the request for the approval of the photo) is displayed at the upper part, and the title of the screen ("approval of the posted content") is displayed in the area 940B. The following areas are areas for confirming the posted content. The points required for printing the photo are displayed in the area 940C, and the posted preview image is displayed in the area 940D. The posted preview image is the image (with a frame) used in the photo, the image color, the comment, the transmission date and time, the points obtained by the user when the photo is printed, and the like, but other information can be displayed.

[0194] Figure 38This is an example of a screen used by an authorized person to make an approval or amendment request. This screen 942 can be displayed below the aforementioned screen 940. Clicking button 942A transmits a photo (added to a list of scheduled photos based on the transmission time), and clicking button 942B transitions to the amendment request screen (for example, see reference...). Figure 39 ).

[0195] [Request for correction of published content]

[0196] Figure 39 This is an example of a screen used by an authorized user to request corrections to published content. In screen 944 shown in this figure, a method for returning to the previous screen (e.g., ...) is used. Figure 37 The button 944A (for confirming published content) is displayed at the top, and the screen title ("Input of Correction Request") is displayed in area 944B. Area 944C is for entering correction requests for the artist (in... Figure 39 In the example, the area that reads "Please correct the posting time to 20:00" is displayed. If button 944D is clicked, the correction request is sent to the artist.

[0197] [Preview of the photo]

[0198] Figure 40 This is an example of a preview screen for a photo. In screen 946 shown in this figure, the screen displayed on user terminal 100 upon completion of printing is shown in area 946A. The displayed content includes, for example, the background color (displayed in the color selected by the artist), the date and time of transmission, the image used in the photo (with a frame), a response button (displayed but without action), the name of the publisher, the group name, a representative image, and comments, but different displays are also possible.

[0199] <Postscript>

[0200] In addition, the above disclosure also includes the inventions shown below.

[0201] (Method 1)

[0202] A server device includes a first processor and a memory for storing a first image for printing, and communicates with a user terminal to transmit the first image.

[0203] The first processor performs the following processing:

[0204] A second image, representing an incomplete display of the first image, is sent to the user terminal.

[0205] The user terminal receives a request to transmit the first image associated with the second image; and

[0206] If the transmission request is accepted, the first image is transmitted to the user terminal as the print image.

[0207] (Manner 2)

[0208] The server apparatus according to Manner 1, wherein

[0209] In the second image, a part of the first image is not displayed.

[0210] (Manner 3)

[0211] The server apparatus according to Manner 1 or 2, wherein

[0212] In the second image, a part of the first image is displayed in blur.

[0213] (Manner 4)

[0214] The server apparatus according to Manner 1, wherein

[0215] In the second image, the entire first image is displayed in blur.

[0216] (Manner 5)

[0217] The server apparatus according to any one of Manners 1 to 4, wherein

[0218] The first processor transmits information associated with the content of the incomplete display mode to the user terminal.

[0219] (Manner 6)

[0220] The server apparatus according to Manner 5, wherein

[0221] The first processor transmits information related to the non-displayed image to the user terminal as the information.

[0222] (Manner 7)

[0223] The server apparatus according to Manner 5, wherein

[0224] The first processor transmits information related to the display in blur to the user terminal as the information.

[0225] (Manner 8)

[0226] The server apparatus according to any one of Manners 1 to 7, wherein

[0227] The second image has a notification display indicating the area of the incomplete display mode.

[0228] (Manner 9)

[0229] The server apparatus according to any one of the manners 1 to 8, wherein

[0230] The first image is a composite image of a main subject and a text,

[0231] The first processor analyzes a position of the main subject and determines a position of the text.

[0232] (Manner 10)

[0233] The server apparatus according to the manner 9, wherein

[0234] The first processor performs the following processing:

[0235] accepting information related to a preference of a user from the user terminal; and

[0236] determining a configuration position of the text based on the information related to the preference.

[0237] (Manner 11)

[0238] The server apparatus according to any one of the manners 1 to 10, wherein

[0239] The first image is a composite image of a photographic image and a text,

[0240] The text represents an interaction of a message between a user of the user terminal and a subject of the photographic image.

[0241] (Manner 12)

[0242] A printed matter transmission system is constituted by a server apparatus provided with a first processor and a memory storing a print image, i.e., a first image, and a user terminal having a second processor and a display section and connected to or provided with a printer, wherein

[0243] The first processor performs the following processing:

[0244] transmits a second image that is a display mode of the first image that is incomplete, to the user terminal;

[0245] accepts a transmission request of the first image associated with the second image from the user terminal;

[0246] if the transmission request is accepted, transmits the first image as the print image to the user terminal;

[0247] The second processor performs the following processing:

[0248] displays the second image on the display section;

[0249] accepting the transmitted first image and printing the first image by the printer.

[0250] (Manner 13)

[0251] The printed matter transmission system according to Manner 12, wherein

[0252] The second processor performs the following processing:

[0253] displaying the transmitted first image on the display section.

[0254] (Manner 14)

[0255] A printed matter transmission method using a server device provided with a first processor and a storage that stores a print image, i.e., a first image, and that transmits the first image to a user terminal, the printed matter transmission method including the following steps performed by the first processor:

[0256] transmitting a second image that is an incomplete display mode of the first image to the user terminal;

[0257] accepting a transmission request for the first image associated with the second image from the user terminal; and

[0258] if the transmission request is accepted, transmitting the first image as the print image to the user terminal.

[0259] (Manner 15)

[0260] A program that causes a server device provided with a first processor and a storage that stores a print image, i.e., a first image, and that transmits the first image to a user terminal to execute a printed matter transmission method, the program causing the first processor to perform the following processing:

[0261] transmitting a second image that is an incomplete display mode of the first image to the user terminal;

[0262] accepting a transmission request for the first image associated with the second image from the user terminal; and

[0263] if the transmission request is accepted, transmitting the first image as the print image to the user terminal.

[0264] The above describes examples of the present application, but the present application is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and it is obvious that various modifications can be made within the scope of the gist of the present application.

[0265] Explanation of Reference Signs

[0266] 1-printed matter delivery system, 10-printed matter delivery server apparatus, 12-processor, 12A-sample image transmitting section, 12B-delivery request accepting section, 12C-current image delivering section, 12D-correlation information transmitting section, 14-memory, 40-network, 100-user terminal, 104-display section, 106-operation section, 112-processor, 112A-display control section, 112B-printing control section, 114-communication interface, 116-memory, 118-camera, 200-printer.

Claims

1. A server apparatus comprising a first processor and a memory for storing a first image for printing, and communicating with a user terminal and transmitting the first image, wherein, The first processor performs the following processing: A second image, representing an incomplete display of the first image, is sent to the user terminal. The user terminal receives a request to transmit the first image associated with the second image; and If the transmission request is received, the first image is transmitted to the user terminal as the image to be printed.

2. The server apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, In the second image, a portion of the first image is not displayed.

3. The server apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, In the second image, a portion of the first image is displayed blurred.

4. The server apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, In the second image, the first image is displayed as a blurry image.

5. The server apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, The first processor sends information associated with the content of the incomplete display method to the user terminal.

6. The server apparatus according to claim 5, wherein, The first processor sends information related to the non-displayed image to the user terminal as the information.

7. The server apparatus according to claim 5, wherein, The first processor sends information related to the blurred display to the user terminal as the information.

8. The server apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, The second image has a notification display indicating the area of ​​the incomplete display.

9. The server apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, The first image is a composite image of the main subject and text. The first processor analyzes the position of the main subject and determines the position of the text.

10. The server apparatus according to claim 9, wherein, The first processor performs the following processing: Receive information related to user preferences from the user terminal; and The configuration location of the text is determined based on information related to the preferences.

11. The server apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, The first image is a composite image of a photographic image and text. The text represents the interaction of messages between the user of the user terminal and the subject of the photographed image.

12. A printing material delivery system comprising a server device and a user terminal, wherein the server device includes a first processor and a memory for storing a first image for printing, and the user terminal includes a second processor and a display unit, and is connected to or equipped with a printer, wherein... The first processor performs the following processing: A second image, representing an incomplete display of the first image, is sent to the user terminal. The user terminal receives a request to transmit the first image associated with the second image; If the transmission request is accepted, the first image is transmitted to the user terminal as the image for printing. The second processor performs the following processing: The second image is displayed on the display unit; The first image is received and printed by the printer.

13. The printing conveying system according to claim 12, wherein, The second processor performs the following processing: The transmitted first image is displayed on the display unit.

14. A method for transmitting printed matter, comprising using a server device having a first processor and a memory for storing a first image for printing, and communicating with a user terminal and transmitting the first image, wherein... The printed matter delivery method includes the following steps performed by the first processor: A second image, representing an incomplete display of the first image, is sent to the user terminal. The user terminal receives a request to transmit the first image associated with the second image; and If the transmission request is received, the first image is transmitted to the user terminal as the image to be printed.

15. A program that causes a server device to perform a printed matter delivery method, said server device having a first processor and a memory storing a first image for printing, and communicating with a user terminal and transmitting said first image, wherein, The program causes the first processor to perform the following processing: A second image, representing an incomplete display of the first image, is sent to the user terminal. The user terminal receives a request to transmit the first image associated with the second image; and If the transmission request is received, the first image is transmitted to the user terminal as the image to be printed.

16. A recording medium that is non-volatile and computer-readable, wherein, The recording medium records the program as described in claim 15.

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