Anticipatory Multimedia Conditioning for Device Synchronization
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for multimedia content synchronization are inefficient as they require time-consuming conditioning processes for each device, and there is a need for a system that can efficiently condition content for delivery to multiple devices with different playback and formatting requirements.
Innovation Solution
A multimedia synchronization device that tracks and records correlations between devices based on content synchronization requests, allowing for anticipatory conditioning of content by identifying likely request patterns and preparing conditioned versions without waiting for explicit requests from all devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If content is conditioned for each device individually based on playback attributes, then content compatibility with each device is improved, but the time and resources required for conditioning increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary conditioning of content for multiple devices simultaneously or in advance, rather than waiting for individual device requests. When content is synchronized to a first device, the system proactively conditions copies for second and third devices based on their known playback attributes, reducing subsequent conditioning time when those devices request the content.
Solution Approach 2:
The system creates a universal conditioning process that handles multiple devices through a single synchronization event. The content conditioning mechanism is designed to serve multiple devices with different playback attributes through one unified operation, making the conditioning process multi-functional rather than requiring separate dedicated processes for each device.
2Productivity
If content is conditioned for multiple companion devices, then content availability across devices is improved, but the complexity of managing different playback requirements increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments the conditioning process by creating separate conditioned copies of content for each device based on their specific playback attributes. Each device receives a tailored version of the content that meets its requirements, while the overall process is managed through a unified synchronization operation that handles multiple segments simultaneously.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses copying to create multiple device-specific versions of the content from a single source. Instead of managing complex transformation processes for each device, the system conditions and copies the content with appropriate parameters applied, simplifying the management of multiple playback requirements through replication with variations.
3Use of energy by moving object
If conditioning is performed as background processes over extended periods, then resource utilization is improved, but the time to deliver conditioned content increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs content conditioning in advance during the initial synchronization event, rather than waiting for background processing. By proactively conditioning content for multiple devices when the first device requests synchronization, the system eliminates delays and ensures immediate availability when subsequent devices request the content.
Solution Approach 2:
The system maintains continuous useful action by keeping the conditioning process active and productive during the synchronization event. Rather than pausing for background processing, the system continuously conditions content for multiple devices in sequence, maximizing resource utilization while maintaining fast delivery speeds.
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AI summary
Methods, systems, and computer readable media may be operable to facilitate anticipatory conditioning of multimedia content for delivery to one or more devices. A multimedia device may track and record correlations between each of a plurality of devices, wherein the correlations are based on the order in which one or more devices request synchronization of a piece of content following a request by a first device for synchronization of the same piece of content. The multimedia device may update device correlations with each subsequent content synchronization request. When the multimedia device receives a synchronization request for a piece of content, the multimedia device may identify a device correlated with the requesting device and may initiate a conditioning of the piece of content for delivery to the correlated device without first receiving a request for synchronization of the piece of content from the correlated device.