Video Call Interface Segmentation for Conversation Initiation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing video call services between non-acquaintances face challenges in facilitating natural conversations due to limited information availability about the counterpart, leading to difficulties in finding suitable conversation topics.
Innovation Solution
A video call mediating apparatus and method that establishes a video call session between terminals, displays user information and uploaded content, allowing users to select and view the counterpart's profile and content on a dedicated area, enhancing conversation initiation by providing insights into the counterpart's interests and hobbies.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If information about users is limited in type and number, then user experience is maintained, but conversation smoothness deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments user information into multiple categories (profile information, uploaded contents, interests, hobbies) and presents them in a structured manner across different interface areas, allowing comprehensive information display while maintaining organized user experience
Solution Approach 2:
The patent adds a new dimension to information display by incorporating uploaded contents (images, videos) as an additional layer beyond traditional profile data, enabling richer conversation topics without overwhelming the user interface
2Loss of information
If comprehensive user information is displayed, then conversation smoothness is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The interface is segmented into distinct functional areas: a first area for profile information and a second area for uploaded contents. This segmentation allows comprehensive information display while maintaining clear visual hierarchy and reducing perceived complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements dynamic content loading where uploaded contents are displayed based on user interaction (selection input), allowing the interface to adapt its complexity level based on user needs rather than overwhelming users with all information simultaneously
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AI summary
A video call mediating apparatus, method and computer readable recording medium thereof are disclosed. The video call mediating method according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes establishing a video call session between a first terminal and a second terminal; obtaining user information about the first terminal and user information about the second terminal; displaying a video obtained by the first terminal, a video obtained by the second terminal, and a profile of a user of the second terminal, on first to third areas of a display area of the first terminal, respectively; receiving a selection input regarding the profile of the user of the second terminal from a user of the first terminal; and in response to receiving the selection input, displaying contents uploaded by the user of the second terminal on a fourth area on the display area of the first terminal.