Layered Syndicated Content for Mobile Bandwidth Constraints
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current RSS content is not suitable for mobile devices due to resource constraints, as it typically provides only a single level of detail, failing to offer the flexibility needed by users and their devices, which limits the ability to customize content according to individual preferences and device capabilities.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of a layered syndicated content representation, where each layer can contain varying levels of detail and media types, allowing users to request and receive content tailored to their interests and device limitations, with a system that constructs and delivers composite content based on user profiles and device capabilities.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If RSS content provides a single level of detail, then the content structure is simple, but the adaptability to different device capabilities and user preferences deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments content into multiple layers (header layer, body layer, footer layer) with varying levels of detail. Each layer can be independently controlled and delivered to mobile devices based on their capabilities and user preferences, allowing the system to provide detailed content when needed while maintaining simplicity when resources are constrained.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a new dimensional structure by organizing content into hierarchical layers and levels. This multi-dimensional organization allows content to be delivered in progressive levels of detail (level 1, level 2, level 3) across different layers, enabling adaptability to device capabilities without fundamentally complicating the base content structure.
2Loss of information
If RSS content is delivered in full detail, then the information completeness is improved, but the bandwidth consumption and storage requirements worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements partial action by delivering content in progressive levels. Mobile devices can receive only the essential header layer (level 1) when bandwidth is limited, or progressively receive additional body and footer layers (level 2, level 3) when more resources are available. This allows the system to adapt information delivery to actual bandwidth conditions while maintaining the option for complete information delivery.
Solution Approach 2:
By segmenting content into hierarchical layers and levels, the patent enables selective delivery of content portions. The system can transmit only the necessary level of detail based on device capabilities and user preferences, reducing overall bandwidth consumption while preserving the ability to deliver complete information when resources permit.
3Ease of operation
If content is customized for each user and device, then the user experience is improved, but the system complexity and processing requirements worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic content delivery by allowing the system to adapt the level and layer of content provided based on real-time device capabilities and user preferences. The content structure remains static and organized in layers, but the delivery configuration dynamically adjusts to match device resources and user needs, simplifying the processing required for customization.
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AI summary
A layered syndicated feed or content is provided having layers defined according to a media type (e.g., text, graphic, audio, or video) wherein each layer has a plurality of levels such that each level provides either inclusive or exclusive content of the layer's media type in varying degrees of detail or depth. Furthermore, a system is provided for requesting and storing user and mobile device profiles indicative of the syndicated content layers and levels that the user is interested in receiving and that the user's mobile device is capable of receiving.