DE202023103159U1 - Smartphone TV connection - Google Patents

Abstract

System comprising a smartphone and a television, which are in data-conducting connection with one another via a communications network, characterized in that the smartphone is set up to send files to the television via the communications network, the television having a storage means for storing files and the TV is capable of playing the files.

Description

The present utility model relates to a system that enables easy communication and interaction between a smartphone and a television. The system allows the user to transfer files such as images, videos and audio content from their smartphone to the TV and play them there. By connecting via a communication network, such as WLAN or Bluetooth, the user has a wide range of options to enjoy their media files on the big screen of the television.

Different types of terminals with different functionalities are generally known from the prior art, which enable communication and data transmission between different devices. A problem lies in the limitation of the functions and the complexity of the interaction between the devices. Existing systems offer limited file selection and playback options, and operation can be complicated and cumbersome. There is a need for an improved system that will enable the seamless transfer and playback of media files between a smartphone and a television while maintaining user-friendly and intuitive operation.

Another problem is that smooth synchronization between the devices involved requires a high degree of compatibility with regard to a large number of parameters. This means that the devices must be compatible in terms of their technical specifications, communication protocols and file formats to ensure successful transfer and playback of media files. If there is an incompatibility between the devices, difficulties may arise with synchronization, which can lead to interruptions, malfunctions or a complete impossibility of file transfer. Therefore, there is a need to solve this problem and find a solution that will allow smooth and reliable synchronization between devices, regardless of their individual technical characteristics. The present utility model addresses these compatibility issues and ensures effective communication and data transfer between the smartphone and the TV, regardless of the specific technical differences of the devices involved.

The core feature of the system lies in the fact that the smartphone is specially set up to send files to the TV via the communication network. The television, in turn, has a storage medium to store these files and play them back in a suitable form. Through this intelligent connection, the system enables users to use their media files conveniently and flexibly.

A data-conducting connection is generally understood to mean the ability of the devices to communicate with one another and exchange data via a communication network. A communications network may take many forms, including wired or wireless networks, with wireless connections being preferred in the present invention.

A possible wireless connection between the smartphone and the TV can be established via Bluetooth. Bluetooth enables short-range communication between devices and provides a convenient way to transfer files and connect. Pairing the devices allows them to be paired with each other to create a secure and reliable connection.

Another wireless connection scenario is using a WiFi network. By connecting both devices to the same WiFi network, they can communicate with each other and exchange data. This allows greater range and flexibility in the connection between the smartphone and the TV.

For example, if Bluetooth is preferred for transferring smaller files over short distances, the system can make that connection. However, if longer range or faster data transmission is required, the WiFi network can be used as an alternative.

It is also conceivable that other wireless technologies such as NFC (Near Field Communication) or AirPlay will be used. NFC enables short-distance wireless communication and is often used to quickly transfer small files. AirPlay is a wireless streaming technology developed by Apple that allows users to cast content from an iOS device such as an iPhone or iPad to a compatible TV.

The choice of wireless connection depends on various factors, including the availability of the relevant technology on the devices involved and the specific needs of the users. The wide range of supported wireless connection methods enables the user to choose the one that that best suits their needs and available resources. The use of open standards and extensible architecture allows the integration of new wireless technologies and protocols.

• - Präsentationsdateien: Das System könnte die Wiedergabe von Präsentationsdateien wie PowerPoint-Präsentationen oder PDF-Dokumenten unterstützen. Dadurch könnten Nutzer ihre Präsentationen direkt über das Smartphone auf dem Fernseher anzeigen lassen und sie mit anderen teilen.
• - Dokumentdateien: Textbasierte Dokumente wie Word-Dokumente, Excel-Tabellen oder PDF-Dateien könnten ebenfalls auf dem Fernseher angezeigt werden. Dies ermöglicht eine komfortable Ansicht und gemeinsame Bearbeitung von Dokumenten auf einem größeren Bildschirm.
• - Webinhalte: Das System könnte die Wiedergabe von Webinhalten und/oder Nachrichten ermöglichen, indem es eine Verbindung zum Internet herstellt und Webseiten auf dem Fernseher darstellt. Nutzer könnten so im Browser des Smartphones surfen und die gewünschten Inhalte direkt auf dem Fernseher anzeigen lassen.
• - Social-Media-Inhalte: Durch Integration von Social-Media-Plattformen könnten Nutzer ihre sozialen Netzwerke über das Smartphone mit dem Fernseher verbinden und Inhalte wie Fotos, Beiträge oder Videos auf dem großen Bildschirm anzeigen lassen.
• - Spiele und Anwendungen: Das System könnte auch die Möglichkeit bieten, Spiele und Anwendungen auf dem Fernseher auszuführen, die vom Smartphone gesteuert werden. So könnten Nutzer Spiele auf dem Fernseher spielen und auf dem Smartphone als Controller verwenden.

In a preferred embodiment, the transmitted files are essentially audio, video and image files. Apart from images, audio and video files, there are other types of files that could be played on the TV. Here are some examples:

• - Presentation files: The system could support playing presentation files such as PowerPoint presentations or PDF documents. This would allow users to display their presentations directly on their smartphones on the TV and share them with others.
• - Document files: Text-based documents such as Word documents, Excel spreadsheets or PDF files could also be viewed on the TV. This enables convenient viewing and collaborative editing of documents on a larger screen.
• - Web content: The system could enable the playback of web content and/or news by connecting to the Internet and displaying web pages on the TV. Users could surf in the smartphone's browser and have the desired content displayed directly on the television.
• - Social media content: By integrating social media platforms, users could connect their social networks to the TV via their smartphone and display content such as photos, posts or videos on the big screen.
• - Games and applications: The system could also offer the possibility to run games and applications on the TV controlled by the smartphone. So users could play games on the TV and use them as a controller on their smartphone.

It is also possible to group the files to be transferred on the smartphone in advance and send them as a unit. This reduces the frequency of transfer operations and allows the files to be manipulated and navigated through the group of files using the TV's remote control.

• - Schneller Zugriff: Da die Dateien im Speicher des Fernsehers gespeichert sind, kann auf sie jederzeit schnell zugegriffen werden, ohne dass das Smartphone oder eine andere Quelle benötigt wird. Dies ermöglicht eine unkomplizierte und sofortige Wiedergabe der Inhalte.
• - Energieeffizienz: Da der Fernseher die Dateien im Speicher behält, selbst wenn er ausgeschaltet ist, entfällt die Notwendigkeit einer kontinuierlichen Verbindung zum Smartphone oder anderen Quellen. Dies spart Energie und erhöht die Effizienz des Systems. Zudem kann auf das sonst notwendige erneute Verbinden verzichtet werden.
• - Autonomer Betrieb: Durch die permanente Speicherung der Dateien im Fernseher kann dieser eigenständig agieren, ohne ständig mit dem Smartphone verbunden zu sein. Das bedeutet, dass der Fernseher auch ohne aktive Steuerung durch das Smartphone in der Lage ist, die gespeicherten Dateien wiederzugeben und Inhalte autonom zu präsentieren.
• - Vielseitige Anwendungen: Die Möglichkeit, Dateien permanent im Fernseher zu speichern, eröffnet eine Vielzahl von Anwendungsmöglichkeiten. Beispielsweise können Nutzer den Fernseher als digitalen Bilderrahmen verwenden, um ihre Lieblingsbilder oder Diashows dauerhaft anzuzeigen. Darüber hinaus könnten auch Informationen, wie Wetterdaten, Nachrichtenfeeds oder personalisierte Inhalte auf dem Bildschirm angezeigt werden.

In one embodiment of the system, the television is able to store at least some of the files permanently and to keep them in memory even when it is switched off. This results in various technical possibilities and advantages:

• - Fast access: Since the files are stored in the TV's memory, they can be accessed quickly at any time without the need for the smartphone or any other source. This enables uncomplicated and immediate playback of the content.
• - Energy efficiency: Since the TV keeps the files in memory even when it is switched off, there is no need for a constant connection to the smartphone or other sources. This saves energy and increases the efficiency of the system. In addition, the otherwise necessary reconnection can be dispensed with.
• - Autonomous operation: Due to the permanent storage of the files in the television, it can act independently without being constantly connected to the smartphone. This means that the television is able to play back the stored files and present content autonomously even without active control by the smartphone.
• - Versatile applications: The ability to permanently store files on the TV opens up a wide range of possible applications. For example, users can use the TV as a digital picture frame to permanently display their favorite pictures or slide shows. In addition, information such as weather data, news feeds or personalized content could also be displayed on the screen.

In a further refinement of the system, the television runs through the stored files in an endless loop, in particular in a randomized order. This function offers various advantages and opens up interesting application possibilities. On the one hand, a varied presentation is made possible. By running through stored files in an endless loop, especially in a randomized order, a varied presentation of the content on the television is made possible. This creates a dynamic and engaging visual experience that engages the viewer and draws attention, without manual user intervention. This enables the system to be used, for example, as a digital picture frame with which a varied and exciting atmosphere can be created in living rooms, offices or other rooms. In addition, a visual appearance of a company, for example in waiting areas or at trade fairs, is made possible Display company branding, advertising or other visual content in waiting areas or at trade shows. The endless loop function in randomized order ensures a continuous and varied presentation that keeps viewers interested.

According to a further embodiment of the system, the television temporarily stores at least some of the files and automatically deletes them when prompted or when the television is switched off. By temporarily storing and automatically deleting the files after the TV is switched off, security and data protection are increased. Especially with sensitive content such as company presentations or confidential documents, it can be important that no data remains on the television and that unwanted access is avoided or accidental sharing of content with unauthorized persons is prevented. For example, users can use the television to show their holiday photos, videos or other multimedia content to friends or other people at home. Storing the files temporarily allows them to be viewed together without the need for permanent storage on the TV or permanent storage overflowing a device's memory. This ensures uncomplicated and temporary use of the content. In business environments, the ability to use the television as a presentation device offers particular benefits. By temporarily storing the presentation files on the TV, presenters can view and present their content without additional technical devices. After the presentation, the files are automatically deleted, which ensures security and privacy. This also simplifies, for example, a presentation in an external company where special confidentiality agreements have been made and a complete deletion of the confidential content is then desired.

• - Auswahl der wiederzugebenden Dateien
• - Navigieren durch die übertragenen Dateien (vor, zurück, Auswahl)
• - Gruppieren von übertragenen Dateien
• - Löschen von übertragenen Dateien
• - Starten, Anhalten, Vor- und Zurückspulen bei Audio- und Videodateien, Anpassen der Lautstärke
• - Einstellen der Art der Wiedergabe (Einzelbild, Slideshow, Zufallswiedergabe)

Daraus folgt zum einen eine bequeme Bedienung. Die Anwendung auf dem Smartphone ermöglicht eine komfortable und intuitive Steuerung der Wiedergabe. Nutzer können bequem durch die übertragenen Dateien navigieren, diese auswählen, gruppieren und löschen. Dadurch wird die Bedienung des Systems vereinfacht und Benutzerfreundlichkeit erhöht. Durch die Auswahl der wiederzugebenden Dateien über die Anwendung kann der Nutzer die Inhalte nach seinen individuellen Vorlieben und Bedürfnissen gestalten. Er kann gezielt bestimmte Dateien auswählen und in einer bestimmten Reihenfolge wiedergeben. Dadurch entsteht ein personalisiertes Wiedergabeerlebnis, das den individuellen Geschmack und die Vorlieben des Nutzers widerspiegelt. Vorzugsweise kann mit der Anwendung die Art der Wiedergabe angepasst werden. Es können beispielsweise Einzelbilder betrachtet, Diashows erstellt oder eine zufällige Wiedergabe aktiviert werden. Dadurch entsteht eine vielfältige und anpassungsfähige Wiedergabeoption, die den Nutzern unterschiedliche Möglichkeiten zur Präsentation ihrer Inhalte bietet. Zudem kann der Nutzer nicht nur Bilder, sondern auch Audio- und Videodateien steuern. Er kann die Wiedergabe starten, anhalten, vor- und zurückspulen und die Lautstärke anpassen. Auch wird das Dateimanagement auf dem Fernseher erleichtert. Es ist zudem denkbar, mehrere Nutzer ihre eigenen Dateien auf dem Fernseher speichern zu lassen und die eine kollaborative Nutzung des Systems zu ermöglichen, bei der beispielsweise sowohl Dateien von einem ersten Nutzer und Dateien von einem zweiten Nutzer in einer gemeinsamen Präsentation angezeigt werden.According to a further embodiment, the smartphone of the system has an application with which the playback of the files on the television can be controlled, with the application preferably enabling the following functions:

• - Selection of the files to be played
• - Navigating through the transferred files (forward, backward, selection)
• - Grouping of transferred files
• - Delete transferred files
• - Start, pause, fast forward and rewind audio and video files, adjust volume
• - Setting the type of playback (single image, slide show, random playback)

On the one hand, this means that it is easy to use. The application on the smartphone enables convenient and intuitive playback control. Users can easily navigate through the transferred files, select, group and delete them. This simplifies the operation of the system and increases user-friendliness. By selecting the files to be played via the application, the user can design the content according to his individual preferences and needs. He can specifically select certain files and play them back in a certain order. This creates a personalized playback experience that reflects the individual taste and preferences of the user. Preferably, the type of playback can be adjusted with the application. For example, single images can be viewed, slide shows created or random playback activated. This creates a diverse and adaptable playback option, giving users different ways to present their content. In addition, the user can not only control images, but also audio and video files. He can start, pause, fast forward, rewind, and adjust the volume. File management on the television is also made easier. It is also conceivable to have several users store their own files on the television and to enable collaborative use of the system, in which, for example, both files from a first user and files from a second user are displayed in a joint presentation.

According to a further embodiment of the invention, the television of the system has a function with which the playback of files can be scheduled and automatically started and/or stopped. This is particularly useful for digital photo frames and corporate visuals, as they can display the content at predefined times, such as during business hours or special events. For companies, scheduling also offers the opportunity to present different advertising or informational content at different times of the day in order to better appeal to the target group. It may also be desirable to show family photos during the day and in the evening in the living room in order to adapt to the mood. The ability to schedule file playback can also improve energy efficiency. The television, for example, except off automatically during business hours to save energy. For digital photo frames, playback can only be activated during certain times of the day to save power and extend the life of the TV.

Overall, the system presented represents an innovative solution to improve the multimedia use and presentation of content. It offers a seamless connection between the smartphone and the TV, allows easy transfer and playback of files and opens up new possibilities of interaction and control for the user.

The present invention is explained in more detail below using a preferred exemplary embodiment with reference to the attached figure. However, it should be noted that the embodiment described is for illustrative purposes only and the invention is not limited thereto. One skilled in the art will understand that various modifications, changes and variations of the present invention are possible, which may depart from the illustrated embodiment. Such modifications, changes and variations are deemed to be within the scope of the invention and are covered by the appended claims. A person skilled in the art will be able to recognize various reasonable combinations of the features of the present invention depending on the specific requirements and circumstances.

In the figure, an embodiment of the system according to the invention is shown.

This in 1 System 100 shown includes a smartphone 110 and a television 120. According to the 1 the system 100 shown shows the interaction between the smartphone 110 and the television 120. The smartphone 110 is connected to the television 120 via the communication network 115, for example WLAN. The smartphone 110 contains the image 111 that was sent to the television 120 via the communications network 115 and is displayed there as an image 121 .

The 1 illustrates the basic operation of the system, in which the smartphone 110 serves as the source for the files, in this case the image 111, and connects to the television 120 via the communication network 115. The image 111 is transmitted from the smartphone 110 to the television 120 and displayed there, whereby the image 121 is created.

This illustration clarifies the central idea of the utility model, namely the transfer of files from the smartphone 110 to the television 120 via a communication network 115. It shows the interaction of the two devices and shows the basic flow of file transfer and playback.

In the system described, a corresponding app could be installed on the smartphone 110 with which the content to be transmitted can be selected and sent to the television 120 . This app allows the user to control file transfer and playback on TV.

In one scenario, the user can control the playback of the files on the television 120 using the installed app on the smartphone 110 .

After the files have been transferred to the television 120 via the communication network 115, the user can perform various actions via the app. For example, he can play selected files, skip forward and back between files, pause playback or adjust the volume. The app thus offers the user a convenient way of controlling the playback of content on the television without having to intervene directly on the television. If the playback is controlled via the smartphone 110, direct communication between the smartphone 110 and the television 120 via NFC or Bluetooth can be advantageous. These technologies enable a fast and simplified direct connection between the devices without a complex communication establishment via the communication network 115.

Through the direct NFC or Bluetooth connection, the smartphone 110 can quickly and reliably send commands to the television 120, such as start or stop playback, fast forward or rewind a file, or change the volume. Communication is near real-time as there are no delays due to an internet connection or network protocol.

This direct communication offers the advantage of fast and responsive playback control. The user can react immediately to his actions and control the playback of the files on the television 120 in real time. This is particularly useful for ensuring a seamless and interactive user experience, especially when controlling audio and video files where precise and timely operation is required.

In addition, the direct communication between the smartphone 110 and the television 120 enables the devices to be coupled easily and conveniently. The user can simply bring the smartphone 110 close to the TV 120 or pair it via Bluetooth to initiate communication. No complex setup steps are required to establish the connection.

In a further scenario, the television 120 can autonomously control the playback of the files after a corresponding command has been sent via the app on the smartphone 110 or after a selection has been made via the remote control. For example, the TV can automatically play the saved files after receiving a signal from the app or after selecting rotating playback in the permanent memory. The television can play the files in an endless loop and randomize the order in order to enable a varied display. This scenario offers the advantage that the television can independently control the playback without the user constantly having to intervene.

The files can also be played back by the television 120 in control of the playback if the content was previously sent to the television. Playback can also be controlled using an app installed on the television 120. The user turns on the television 120 and uses the remote control to navigate through the app's menu to select various options. For example, he can have all stored files displayed, create groups from the files and specify which content groups are to be displayed on the television 120 at what time of the day.

These functions allow the user to customize the playback of files on the television 120 and to schedule the playback of different groups of content. The television 120 can serve as a personalized digital picture frame that automatically displays the content you want at the right time. For example, the user can select a group of images to be displayed in the morning and a different group for the afternoon, although of course images can appear in multiple groups.

Another advantage of this scenario lies in the simple and intuitive control of playback via the app on the TV. The user can conveniently make the desired settings and select the content without having to use the smartphone 110 again. This enables flexible and user-friendly playback control. This offers a wide range of possible applications, both for private use and for business purposes such as the presentation of content in companies or at events.

It should be noted that the 1 is merely an example representation and various variations and configurations of the system are possible. Those skilled in the art will be able to add other meaningful combinations and details according to the specific needs and implementation of the system.

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Claims (8)

System comprising a smartphone and a television, which are in data-conducting connection with one another via a communications network, characterized in that the smartphone is set up to send files to the television via the communications network, the television having a storage means for storing files and the TV is capable of playing the files. system after claim 1 , characterized in that the communication network is a Bluetooth network or WLAN. System according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the files are essentially audio, video or image files and/or that both individual files and multiple files combined into groups are transmitted. System according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the television can permanently store at least part of the files, the television retaining the files in the memory in particular when it is switched off. System according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the television runs through the stored files in an endless loop, in particular in a randomized order. System according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the television temporarily stores at least part of the files and automatically deletes the files after the television is switched off. System according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the smartphone has an application with which the playback of the files on the television can be controlled, the application preferably enabling the following functions: - selecting the files to be played back - navigating through the transmitted ones Files (forward, backward, selection) - grouping of transferred files - deleting of transferred files - start, stop, fast forward and rewind audio and video files, adjust the volume - set the type of playback (single image, slide show, random playback) System according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the television comprises a function with which the playback of files can be scheduled and automatically started and/or stopped.

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