US 8,144,182 B2
Real time video communications systemGeneral
US 8,144,182 B2
Real time video communications system
Tech Center:
2600 Communications
Examiner:
Suhan Ni
Art Unit:
2614 Computer Graphic Processing, 3D Animation, Display Color Attribute, Object Processing, Hardware and Memory
Inventors:
Matthew B. Shoemake; Nadeem Ahmed
Assignee:
Priority:
09/16/08
Filed:
09/16/09
Granted:
03/27/12
Expiration:
10/05/20
Abstract
Novel tools and techniques for providing video calling solutions. In some such solutions, a video calling device resides functionally inline between a set-top box and a television set. Such solutions can provide, in some cases, high performance video calling, high video quality, simplified installation, configuration and/or use, and/or the ability to enjoy video calling in an inclusive, comfortable environment, such as a family room, den, or media room.
Cooperative Patent Classification (CPC)
H04H04L65/1036H04N21/42203H04L