Distribution system, distribution method, and distribution control device

The distribution system optimizes video playback timing based on start times to address the issue of inconsistent viewing experiences across multiple channels, improving user comfort by minimizing waiting times and ensuring smooth transitions.

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Patent Information

Application Number
JP2023556048
Authority / Receiving Office
JP · JP
Patent Type
Patents
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2021-10-29
Publication Date
2025-11-12
Estimated Expiration
2041-10-29

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Technical Problem

Existing video distribution technologies fail to consider the timing of multiple video streams from various channels, leading to discomfort for users due to potential gaps or overlaps in viewing experiences.

Method used

A distribution system and method that acquires program information including distribution start times, extracts candidate videos based on these times, and determines the next video to play, minimizing waiting times and ensuring smooth transitions between programs.

Benefits of technology

Enhances user comfort by optimizing the timing of video playback to reduce waiting times and ensure seamless viewing experiences across multiple channels.

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Abstract

Provided is a distribution system capable of making viewing users more comfortable. A distribution system (1) comprising: an acquisition unit (11) for acquiring program information including a distribution start time for each of a plurality of videos; an extraction unit (12) for extracting candidates for a second video to be played back at a user terminal subsequently to a first video played back at the user terminal from among the plurality of videos on the basis of the program information acquired by the acquisition unit (11); and a determination unit (13) for determining the second video on the basis of the distribution start times for the candidates for the second video.
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