Camera Phone Image Data Location Embedding

The patent combines the camera function and location data processing into a single integrated system. The camera terminal simultaneously captures image data and acquires location information, then merges these data streams together. This merging approach enables location-based services without requiring separate dedicated devices, thus improving versatility while managing device complexity through integration.

The patent performs preliminary actions by acquiring and storing location data at the moment of image capture. Instead of processing location data later when navigation is needed, the system pre-acquires and associates location information with the image data during the shooting phase. This preliminary action simplifies subsequent navigation service delivery, as the location data is already prepared and paired with the corresponding image.

The patent extracts and transmits only the essential location data (such as GPS coordinates) along with the image, rather than transmitting complete map information or navigation route data. The full map and navigation services are then generated on-demand at the server side based on this extracted location information. This approach provides user convenience through comprehensive map services while minimizing the initial data transmission volume by sending only the necessary location coordinates.