Connection-Based Video Conference GUI for External Display Handoff
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing video conferencing solutions require costly ultrasonic conference room equipment to switch displays, leading to resource drain and risk of session drop during transfer, and do not efficiently utilize available display area when switching between portable and conference room devices.
Innovation Solution
Adaptive connection-based GUIs that detect external displays and transfer the video conference media rendering to the external display while retaining the connection on the portable device, customizable based on user preferences and using machine learning models.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If ultrasonic conference room equipment is used to switch displays, then display switching capability is improved, but system cost and device complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the display switching function from specialized ultrasonic conference room equipment and implements it within the existing video conferencing software. The connection manager component detects external displays and automatically manages the transfer of video conference rendering, eliminating the need for dedicated ultrasonic switching hardware while maintaining the same adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a connection manager as an intermediary software component that mediates between the video conference application and external display devices. This intermediary detects connections, manages the transfer of media rendering, and coordinates the switching process, replacing the need for complex ultrasonic equipment while achieving the same display switching capability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If display switching is performed using existing solutions, then display utilization is improved, but resource consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs self-service by automatically detecting external display connections and managing the transfer of video conference rendering without requiring manual intervention or complex external equipment. The connection manager monitors connection status and autonomously optimizes resource allocation across displays, improving efficiency while reducing the need for additional processing resources.
3Adaptability or versatility
If display switching is performed using existing solutions, then display utilization is improved, but session stability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The connection manager implements beforehand cushioning by detecting external display connections in advance and preparing for the transfer of video conference rendering. It manages the transition process carefully to prevent session drops, ensuring that the video conference connection remains stable throughout the display switching operation. This proactive approach cushions against potential disruptions that might occur during display transfers.
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AI summary
Video of a video conference is displayed on a display of a device. The device detects when a connection is made between the device and an external display during the video conference that is in progress. When the device detects the connection between the device and the external display, the device causes the video of the video conference to be displayed on the external display. When the video of the video conference is displayed on the external display, a control panel is displayed on the display of the device. The device retains the connection to the video conference while the video of the video conference is displayed on the external display and the control panel is displayed on the display of the device.