Image Capturing Apparatus Delayed Live Distribution Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional live video distribution methods do not prevent the inadvertent appearance of hands when starting live distribution, leading to unintended video sharing with third parties, as the time to prepare for distribution cannot be controlled, resulting in videos being made publicly available before intended.
Innovation Solution
An image capturing apparatus with a time measuring unit and a control unit that measures the elapsed time since a distribution instruction is given, allowing images to be distributed only after a predetermined set time has passed, thereby reducing the likelihood of unnecessary video sharing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Speed
If live video distribution is started immediately after operating the distribution start member, then distribution speed is improved, but the risk of inadvertent distribution of unnecessary video increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a preparation period that starts when the distribution start member is operated but before actual distribution begins. During this preparation period, the system performs checks and notifications to ensure the user intends to distribute. This preliminary action prevents inadvertent distribution while maintaining the ability to start distribution quickly once preparation is complete.
2Reliability
If a preparation period is introduced before live distribution, then distribution accuracy is improved, but distribution speed deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent allows the preparation period to be skipped or reduced under certain conditions. For example, if the system detects that the distribution button is held down for a sufficient duration or if previous distribution behavior indicates intentional action, the preparation period can be shortened or bypassed. This enables the system to maintain high distribution speed for intentional actions while still providing protection against accidental distribution.
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AI summary
This invention provides an image capturing apparatus comprising an image capturing unit, and a communication unit for communicating with a distribution server via internet, wherein the image capturing apparatus comprises a time measuring unit for measuring, if a distribution instruction for live distribution using the distribution server has been given, an elapsed time since the instruction has been given; and a control unit for starting, if the elapsed time measured by the time measuring unit has reached a predetermined set time, distributing an image captured by the image capturing unit to the distribution server via the communication unit.