Radio Transmitter Detection for Location-Based Streaming Customization
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current streaming media services for mobile radio devices cannot effectively tailor advertisements based on the device's location, as they rely solely on IP address identification and lack real-time location-based information.
Innovation Solution
A method where a mobile radio device detects a registered radio transmitter and sends a detection message to a network server, allowing the server to determine the transmitter's association with actions and send instructions to modify the service, such as displaying location-based advertisements or playlists.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the service provider uses IP address identification for advertisements, then the implementation is simple, but the location-based customization capability is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces radio transmitters as intermediary devices deployed at specific locations (stores, attractions) that emit unique identifiers. These transmitters act as mediators between the radio device and the service provider, enabling location-based advertising without requiring complex GPS or network infrastructure. The transmitter serves as a simple intermediary that bridges the gap between physical location and digital identification.
Solution Approach 2:
The radio device automatically detects radio transmitters and sends detection messages to the service provider without requiring user intervention or manual location input. The system leverages the device's existing radio capabilities to perform location-based services autonomously, eliminating the need for complex user configuration or additional hardware.
2Speed
If the radio device continuously monitors for radio transmitters, then the location-based service responsiveness is improved, but the energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of continuous monitoring, the system employs periodic detection where the radio device checks for radio transmitters at intervals. This periodic action maintains service responsiveness by periodically updating location information while significantly reducing energy consumption compared to continuous monitoring. The detection occurs only when needed to trigger advertisement delivery.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements a feedback mechanism where the radio device sends detection messages to the service provider when transmitters are detected, and the service provider responds with targeted advertisements. This feedback loop ensures location-based services are triggered only when necessary, optimizing the balance between responsiveness and energy consumption by avoiding constant active monitoring.
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure relates to a method performed in a network server of a service provider providing a service comprising media streaming. The method comprises receiving a detection message from a mobile radio device running the service for a user registered with the service provider, said message comprising an indication that said radio device has detected a radio transmitter as well as comprising an identifier of said radio transmitter. The method also comprises determining that the radio transmitter, as identified by the received identifier, is registered with the service provider and associated with one or more actions. The method also comprises electing an action of the one or more actions. The method also comprises sending an instructions message to the radio device, said message comprising instructions to modify the service such that the radio device performs the elected action.