Image Identifier Integration in Call Logs for Party Recognition
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing communication systems do not effectively identify parties in transactions, especially when caller IDs lack names, requiring users to search contact books or memorize numbers.
Innovation Solution
A terminal device method and apparatus that presents image identifiers in call logs for both calling and called parties, using image IDs sent with calls or retrieved from contact books, to enhance party identification during and after communication transactions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If caller ID is used to identify calling party, then identification is provided, but identification is ineffective when caller ID lacks name information
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces picture identifiers as an intermediary element between the calling party and the called party. When caller ID name information is unavailable or insufficient, the picture identifier serves as a mediating visual cue that enables the called party to recognize and identify the calling party, thus resolving the information loss problem without compromising identification reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from one-dimensional text-based identification (caller ID names) to two-dimensional visual identification (picture identifiers). This dimensional change provides an alternative identification pathway that is particularly effective when text-based methods fail, thereby maintaining reliable party identification even when traditional caller ID information is incomplete
2Loss of information
If contact book search is performed to identify calling party, then party name can be retrieved, but user time and effort increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary actions by automatically retrieving and displaying picture identifiers associated with calling parties before the user needs to manually search the contact book. The system proactively fetches picture identification data and presents it alongside caller ID information, eliminating the need for users to spend time searching through contact books manually
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs self-service by automatically managing the retrieval, storage, and display of picture identifier information. Instead of requiring user intervention to search and retrieve party names from the contact book, the system autonomously handles the entire process of obtaining and presenting visual identification data, thereby saving user time and effort
3Loss of information
If picture ID is presented during incoming call, then calling party is visually identified, but picture ID becomes useless after call is answered
Solution Approach 1:
The patent makes the picture identifier universal by implementing it across multiple stages and contexts of communication transactions. The picture identifier is not only displayed during incoming calls but is also integrated into call logs, voicemail interfaces, and other post-call scenarios. This multi-functional application ensures the picture identifier remains useful throughout the entire communication lifecycle, from call initiation through post-call review
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges the picture identifier functionality with the call log system. By combining visual identification with call record-keeping, the picture identifier becomes an integral part of the call log entries. This integration ensures that picture identifiers continue to serve their identification purpose even after calls are completed, allowing users to visually identify parties when reviewing call histories
4Loss of information
If call log is created with phone number and party name, then communication record is maintained, but visual identification is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges picture identifier data with call log entries by integrating visual identification elements directly into the call log interface. This combination allows users to view both traditional text-based call information (phone numbers, party names) and visual picture identifiers within a unified call log display, maintaining complete communication records while significantly improving ease of operation through visual recognition
Solution Approach 2:
The patent enhances the call log by adding a visual dimension to the traditionally text-based record-keeping system. By incorporating picture identifiers into call log entries, the system transforms one-dimensional text information into two-dimensional visual information, making call log review faster and more intuitive while preserving all original communication record data
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AI summary
A method and apparatus for improving identification of a party in a communication transaction is disclosed. An apparatus that incorporates teachings of the present disclosure may include, for example, a terminal device having a User Interface (UI) element that presents an image identifier that identifies one among a calling party in at least one among an unanswered call and a voicemail message, and a called party in a dialed call. Additional embodiments are disclosed.