Unified Media Communication Interface for Session Joining
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for electronic devices to efficiently display communication and media user interfaces associated with synchronized media and communication sessions, reducing cognitive burden and processor/battery power usage by allowing seamless media playback and session joining.
Innovation Solution
Electronic devices are designed to display both media and communication interfaces simultaneously, enabling efficient joining and participation in synchronized media and communication sessions, with features like automatic media playback and intuitive interface overlays for users.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If users switch between separate media and communication interfaces, then interface functionality is maintained, but user cognitive burden increases and processor power usage increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines media playback interface and communication session interface into a single unified user interface displayed on the same electronic device. The media interface displays media content while the communication interface displays participant thumbnails and communication controls, both simultaneously visible without requiring users to switch between separate applications or interfaces. This integration reduces cognitive burden by presenting all necessary information in one location.
2Ease of operation
If users switch between separate media and communication interfaces, then interface functionality is maintained, but processor power usage increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system merges media playback and communication session functionality into a single application instance running on the electronic device. By consolidating these functions in one interface rather than requiring users to switch between separate applications, the system reduces processor overhead associated with application launching, memory allocation, and context switching, thereby conserving battery power.
3Ease of operation
If automatic media playback is enabled during session joining, then user experience is improved, but processor power usage increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by automatically initiating media playback as part of the session joining process. When a user joins a synchronized media session, the media content begins playing automatically without requiring separate user intervention. This preliminary action streamlines the user experience by eliminating manual playback initiation steps.
4Use of energy by moving object
If redundant user inputs are minimized, then battery power is conserved, but interface functionality may be reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements self-service by automatically detecting when a user joins a synchronized media session and autonomously initiating media playback. This automatic detection and action eliminates the need for users to manually start playback, reducing the number of user inputs required. The interface maintains full functionality by providing manual controls when needed, while defaulting to automatic operation to conserve battery power.
Data Source
AI summary
In some embodiments, communication and/or media user interfaces associated with a synchronized media and communication session can be displayed at one or more devices. In some embodiments, a first electronic device can join and/or add media content to a synchronized media and communication session when an associated second electronic device is part of the synchronized media and communication session.