JP2015073295A - Scheduled downloads enabling background processes to receive broadcast data - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a digital broadcast network that can provide scheduled non-critical data updates for client devices in a different manner than critical data updates.SOLUTION: In a digital broadcast network including a transmitter 702 and a client device 704, updates including non-critical information are scheduled to be broadcast from the transmitter 702 during an update window, which is a specific period of time. The client device 704 is notified of the update window and, utilizing background functionality, the non-critical updates are accepted and applied. The non-critical updates are accepted and applied during the update window even if the client device 704 is in an idle state or low-activity state. The critical updates are applied in real time.

Description

Field of Invention

  The following description relates generally to content distribution systems, and more specifically to content distribution and content reception through digital broadcast networks.

background

  A digital broadcast network is a one-way distribution to client-side software located on a user device. Datacast services provide data used by client-side software through a digital broadcast network. The data is used to provide a user experience through client software associated with the datacast service. The data distribution method is similar to that used by traditional linear services such as video and audio signals. All information is then provided in a “start to end” stream that significantly affects the responsiveness of the user experience. In addition, bandwidth limitations found within digital broadcast networks significantly affect the depth and complexity of the user experience provided by many datacast services.

Overview

  The following presents a simplified summary in order to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments. This summary is not an extensive overview and is not intended to identify key or critical elements or to delineate the scope of such embodiments. Its purpose is to present some concepts of the described embodiments in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.

  Various aspects are described in the context of one or more embodiments and scheduling updates to non-critical (eg, non-time sensitive) data in accordance with its corresponding disclosure. Data (eg, updates) is separated according to time sensitivity and delivered to user devices when the device is idle rather than listening to the broadcast channel for all data. This distribution process can be scheduled based on predetermined information provided to the client. Intelligent client software includes functionality to automatically initiate background processing and can initiate a broadcast connection and receive data (eg, updates) through a digital broadcast network. Data distribution that occurs while the user is actively using the application contains only time sensitive data.

  One aspect relates to a method for sending scheduled downloads. The method includes informing a plurality of client devices of an upcoming update and sending the update at a scheduled time. Upcoming updates can comprise non-time sensitive data. A time sensitive update can be sent at substantially the same time it is available.

  Another aspect is a device that transmits content. The device can include a computer platform having a memory and a processor, where the memory stores information related to decisions made by the processor. Also included in the device may be a scheduler that schedules at least one non-time sensitive update and an update notifier that informs multiple client devices of the proposed schedule. The device can also include a monitor. The monitor can review the proposed schedule and trigger the sender to send at least one non-time sensitive update at the appropriate time.

  In accordance with another aspect is an apparatus that selectively transmits scheduled downloads. The apparatus includes means for notifying a plurality of receiving devices of an upcoming update and means for transmitting the upcoming update at a scheduled time. Upcoming updates can comprise non-time sensitive data. Also included can be a means for transmitting time-sensitive updates at substantially the same time when it is available.

  Yet another aspect relates to a machine readable medium having stored machine executable instructions that cause at least one non-time sensitive update to be scheduled and a plurality of client devices to be notified of a proposed schedule. Machine-executable instructions can also include reviewing the proposed schedule and sending at least one non-time sensitive update at an appropriate time.

  In a wireless communication system, another aspect relates to an apparatus that includes a processor. The processor can be configured to notify multiple clients of upcoming updates and send the updates at the appropriate time.

  A related aspect is the method of receiving scheduled downloads. The method includes receiving a notification of a scheduled update and tuning at a scheduled time to receive the update. Scheduled updates can comprise non-time sensitive data. Updates can be received over a broadcast connection.

  Another aspect relates to a wireless communications apparatus that includes a computer platform having a memory and a processor, where the memory stores information related to decisions made by the processor. Also included in the device is an update verifier that determines if the scheduled update is appropriate for the wireless communication device, and monitors the current time and sets the scheduled time for the update to the current time. And a schedule handler to compare with. The apparatus can further include an update acceptor that initiates background processing for receiving scheduled updates.

  Yet another aspect relates to an apparatus that selectively receives scheduled downloads. The apparatus includes receiving notification of a scheduled update and means for tuning at a scheduled time to receive the update. Scheduled updates can comprise non-time sensitive data.

  A further aspect relates to a machine readable medium having stored machine executable instructions that determine if a scheduled update is appropriate. The machine-executable instructions also include monitoring the current time and comparing the scheduled time for the update with the current time and initiating a background process that receives the scheduled update.

  In a wireless communication system, another aspect relates to an apparatus that includes a processor. The processor can be configured to receive notification of scheduled updates and tune at a scheduled time to receive the updates. The processor can also be configured to automatically initiate background functionality and download scheduled updates outside the primary application.

  To accomplish the foregoing and objectives, one or more embodiments will hereafter be described with fully described features, particularly pointed out in the claims. The following description and the annexed drawings set forth in detail certain illustrative aspects and displays some of the various ways in which the principles of the embodiments may be employed. Other advantages and novel features will become apparent from the following detailed description when considered in conjunction with the drawings. The disclosed embodiments can then be intended to include equivalents to all such aspects.

FIG. 1 illustrates a system that enables selective distribution and selective acceptance of content that can include scheduled downloads. FIG. 2 illustrates a schematic diagram of the content aspect of FIG. FIG. 3 illustrates a schematic diagram of the content aspect of FIG. FIG. 4 illustrates a schematic diagram of the transmission aspect of multiple streams of multiple contents of FIG. FIG. 5 illustrates a wireless device in accordance with the disclosed aspects. FIG. 6 illustrates a block diagram of an example system for scheduled download broadcasting. FIG. 7 illustrates an example system that selectively receives scheduled downloads. FIG. 8 illustrates a system that selectively sends and receives dedicated updates when a scheduled broadcast is not available. FIG. 9 illustrates an example system that uses artificial intelligence to automate one or more disclosed aspects. FIG. 10 illustrates a method for sending a scheduled download. FIG. 11 illustrates a method for receiving a scheduled download. FIG. 12 illustrates an example system that selectively transmits scheduled downloads. FIG. 13 illustrates an example system that selectively receives scheduled downloads.

Detailed description

  Various embodiments will now be described with reference to the drawings. In the following description, for the purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of one or more aspects. However, it will be apparent that such aspects may be practiced without these special details. In other instances, well-known structures and devices are shown in block diagram form in order to facilitate describing these embodiments.

  As used in this application, the terms “component”, “module”, “system” and the like refer to hardware, firmware, a combination of hardware and software, software, and software being executed. Is intended to refer to any of the computer related entities. For example, a component can be, but is not limited to being, a process running on a processor, a processor, an object, an executable thread of execution, a program, and / or a computer. By way of illustration, an application running on a computing device and the computing device can be a component. One or more components can reside in a process and / or thread of execution, components can be localized on one computer and / or between two or more computers Can be distributed. In addition, these components can execute from computer readable media having various stored data structures. A component interacts with other components over one or more data packets (eg, in a local or distributed system and / or by signaling methods with other systems and over a network such as the Internet). Can be communicated by means of local and / or remote processes, such as following a signal having one component).

  Moreover, various embodiments are described in this application in connection with wireless terminals. A wireless terminal can also be a system, a subscriber unit, a subscriber station, a mobile station, a mobile, a mobile device, a remote station, a remote terminal, an access terminal, a user terminal, a terminal, a client, a client device, a wireless communication device, a user agent, It may also be called a user device, or user equipment (UE). Wireless terminals can be cellular phones, cordless phones, session initiation protocol (SIP) phones, wireless local loop (WLL) stations, personal digital assistants (PDAs), handheld devices with wireless connectivity, computing devices, or wireless modems It can be another connected processing device. Moreover, various embodiments are described in this application in connection with a base station. A base station may be used for communication with wireless terminals and may also be referred to as an access point, Node B, or some other terminology.

  Various aspects and features will be shown in the form of a system that may include a number of devices, components, modules, and the like. It will be understood and appreciated that the various systems include additional devices, components, or modules and / or do not include all of the devices, components, or modules discussed in connection with the figures. Let's go. A combination of these approaches can also be used.

  Illustrated with reference to FIG. 1 is the ability to selectively distribute and selectively accept content 102, which can include scheduled downloads, onto one or more wireless devices 104. This is a system 100 to be realized. By reviewing the data requested to be delivered to the client (eg, updates), some amount of data can be time sensitive (eg, critical) or non-time sensitive (eg, non-critical) N)). However, the broadcast network cannot determine the current state of individual client applications. Therefore, the only way to ensure that all clients have the same data and database is to repeatedly send information containing non-time sensitive data. However, if data is transmitted in a broadcast (eg, from start to finish) environment and multiple clients listen at the same time, a tremendous amount of bandwidth is required. This creates a very inefficient system. Thus, the system 100 can provide selective distribution and selective acceptance of content.

  The system 100 can include one or more content providers 106 that are operable to provide another piece of content 102 to a distribution system 108, such as through a first network 110. The distribution system 108 may include one or more sets of content 102 with one or more wireless content metadata 112 associated with each set of content 102. It is operable to be distributed to the device 104. For example, the distribution system 108 can include a transmitter 114 and / or a second network 116, where the transmitter 114 passes through the second network 116 to one or more wireless devices 104. Is operable to generate a one-to-many transmission 118 of content 102 and / or content metadata 112.

  One or more sets of content 102 can be distributed based on scheduled downloads. For example, the set of content 102 can be an update intended for one or more wireless devices 104. Updates can include time sensitive data or non-time sensitive data. Connections to time sensitive data can be made while the user is actively using an application on the wireless device 104. Connections for non-time sensitive data can be automatically initiated through background functionality that can operate when the device is idle or is using fewer resources than a threshold level.

  For example, the distribution system 108 will not know the last time that the wireless device was tuned, which could be yesterday or three weeks ago. A database containing various types of information (eg, stock information, company names, sports information, player names, etc.) would have been updated. Instead of repeatedly sending updates, such non-time sensitive changes can be scheduled for downloading when it is convenient for the wireless device. While the wireless device is idle or in periods of low activity, the wireless device automatically turns on background processing without user intervention, allows the stream to be broadcast, and contains large database files. Broadcast data can be downloaded. The broadcast can be transmitted once, several times a day, over several days, or at other intervals to allow an appropriate time for the wireless device to receive data. The wireless device can use the received data at substantially the same time as live, changing the data stream. This allows data that does not change frequently to be placed in a large scheduled package file.

  Upon accessing the transmission 118, each wireless device 104 identifies content 102 in the transmission 118 for downloading to the wireless device 104 based on one or more selection parameters 122 in the selection database 124. Can be configured to execute the content selector 120. Selection parameters 122 may include one or more content filters 126 (eg, scheduled downloads, time sensitive updates, etc.), one or more data indicating user information 128 (eg, preferences), And / or data such as device information 130 (eg, device status such as active, inactive, idle, low resource consumption, etc.) may be included rather than limited. Selection parameter 122 may be unique and / or customized for each respective wireless device 104 and / or each respective user of each wireless device 104. As such, in one aspect, each wireless device 104 can download a different set of content 102 within the same transmission 118. Accordingly, in one aspect, one or more selection parameters 122 may cause content selector 120 to select one or more selected content 132 of interest to one or more respective content. Based on the agreement between the metadata 112 and one or more selection parameters 122, each user of each wireless device 104 is allowed to download.

  Further, for example, in the aspect where the selected content 132 comprises real-time or live content, the content selector 120 transmits the selected content 132 to the media module 134 for provision through the output device 136. I can do it. In another aspect, for example, in the aspect where the selected content 132 comprises non-real time content, the content selector 120 may transmit the selected content 132 for caching or storage in the content store 138. I can do it. In the non-real time case, the media module 134 is operable to access the content store 138 to retrieve the stored content 132 and have it provided through the output device 136.

Output device 136 in combination with media module 134 is operable to generate selected content 132 as a program or offer for consumption by a user of wireless device 104. Each program or offer may comprise a combination of one or more pieces 132 of selected content (labeled content ₁ 142 to content _N 144). Selected content 142, 144 can be associated with one or more metadata 112 corresponding to each selected content 142, 144.

  In accordance with related aspects, content 102, which can be a scheduled download, can be distributed over other channels, such as applications that can be split into two or more channels. The channel on which the scheduled download is transmitted can be conveyed to the wireless device 104 at substantially the same time as the transmission of the download schedule notification. In accordance with some aspects, a channel that includes a scheduled download includes metadata and other indicators that identify the content included as the scheduled download. Accordingly, the wireless device 104 can selectively allow downloads by using background functionality as discussed in this application.

  In accordance with some aspects, the first network 110 and the second network 116 provide respective communication links between various components and / or entities of the system 100. In some aspects, the first network 110 and the second network 116 comprise independent networks, while in other aspects they can comprise interrelated networks. In general, each of the first network 110 and the second network 116 is any one or any combination of one or more data networks and / or one or more communication networks. Can be provided. For example, in some aspects, the first network 110 may comprise a public communications network such as the Internet, and the second network 116 may be a MediaFLO (available from Qualcomm Inc., San Diego, California). Subscriptions based on one-to-many networks can be provided, such as a multicast network such as a forward link only (FLO) network including a registered trademark. In another aspect, the first network 110 and the second network 116 are: digital, such as DVB-S for satellite, DVB-C for cable, DVB-T for terrestrial television, DVB-H for terrestrial television for handheld. Video broadcasting (DVB) network; terrestrial telephone network; satellite telephone network; far infrared network such as Far Infrared Data Association (IrDA) based network; short range wireless network; Bluetooth® technology network; ZigBee ( Registered trademark protocol network; ultra wideband (UWB) protocol network; home radio frequency (HomeRF) network; shared wireless access protocol (SWAP) network; Broadband networks such as the S Ethernet Compatibility Alliance (WECA) network; Wireless Fidelity Alliance (Wi-Fi Alliance) networks and 802.11 networks; Public switched telephone networks; Public heterogeneous communication networks such as the Internet; It can include one or a combination of other networks, such as private communications networks; and land mobile radio networks.

  Further, examples of telephone networks that may be included in some aspects of the first network 110 and / or the second network 116 are code division multiple access (CDMA), wideband code division multiple access (WCDMA). Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS), Advanced Mobile Telephone Service (AMPS), Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA), Frequency Division Multiple Access (FDMA), Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (OFDMA), Global System for Mobile Communications ( GSM (registered trademark)), single carrier (1X) radio transmission technology (RTT), evolution data only (EV-DO) technology, general packet radio service (GPRS), enhanced data GSM environment (EDGE), high speed downlink Data packet access HSPDA), analog and digital satellite systems, and any other technology / protocol that can be used in at least one wireless and / or data communication network, one of analog and digital, or any network / Includes a combination of technologies.

  Illustrated with reference to FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of one aspect of the content of FIG. The content 102 used in this application is, without limitation, at least one video, audio, multimedia content, real-time content, “clips”, scripts, programs, scheduled downloads, (time sensitive, and non-timed Updates (both sensitive) or non-real-time content cited with any other type of data or object that can be distributed and executed or provided to the wireless device 104. For example, the content 102 may be inserted into and / or provided at the same time as subscriber programming, ad hoc and / or on-demand received programming, and / or advertisements, re-added to other content. Alternatively, it can include one or any combination of other forms of content provided instead. In addition, for example, content 102 may comprise interactive data such as television shows, videos, movies, songs, world wide web pages and links, etc., without limitation. In addition, content 102 has a unique content identifier (ID) 202, such as one or any combination of letters, numbers, names, file names, file paths, etc. associated with each piece of content. Can be provided.

  In addition, at least one of the multiple contents 102 is associated with one or more content metadata 112. For example, one or more “content suppliers” associated with each one of a number of content 102 can define each content metadata 112, and each content metadata 112 can be Can relate to content. As used in this application, the term “content supplier” refers to one or more content providers 106, content retailers, billing and customer service providers, and media distributors such as distribution system 108. It may include a combination of content providers. Content metadata 112 comprises any data that describes and / or is associated with a piece of each content 102. For example, the content metadata 112 is not a limitation, but one or any combination of content IDs 202 and categories, names, content lengths, content types, related stream indicators 146, codes, identifiers, themes, genres, intents One or more such as related audiences and / or markets, scripts, content filter identifiers, queuing protocol parameters, related audiences and / or markets, and / or metadata related to the corresponding content A content attribute 204 can be provided. One or more content metadata 112 may be separated from, attached to, or embedded within the respective content 102. In some aspects, for example, when content 102 and content metadata 112 are separated, each of which is identical content to allow each content metadata 112 to relate to each content. You can have ID 202 or go to it.

  Illustrated with reference to FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram of one aspect of the transmission of multiple streams of the multiple contents of FIG. The transmission 118 may include one or more channels of content 102 and content metadata 112 or services 302, 304, 306 to each wireless device 104 (FIG. 1) for consumption by each end user. Can be provided. In some aspects, for example, each transmission 118 is one in a forward link only (FLO®) system, such as the MediaFLO® system available from Qualcomm Inc. of San Diego, California. To many transmissions. In such a system, transmission 118 comprises a flow or logical stream in a “multiplex” that is a set of flows available in a given geographic region. Further, each channel, service, and / or stream 302, 304, 306 carried by transmission 118 can include scheduled download information that can be broadcast at a predetermined time. When a scheduled download is not being broadcast, the special channel used for the download broadcast may be used to provide other information to the wireless device 104.

  Illustrated with reference to FIG. 4, is a schematic diagram of certain aspects of the components of the system of FIG. 1, including an advertiser. In some aspects, the provision of each service, channel and / or stream 302, 304, 306 (hereinafter referred to as a channel) carried by the transmission 118 will attract multiple end users or consumers 402. Thus, the system 100 can further include one or more advertisers 404 that communicate with the distribution system 108. Advertiser 404 comprises an entity that wishes to provide a fragment of another content 102 (FIG. 1) in channel 406 to a selected end user 402 in the form of one or more advertisements. To do. For example, in this aspect, the first channel 302 can comprise one advertisement without limitation.

  FIG. 5 illustrates a wireless device 500 in accordance with the disclosed aspects. Wireless device 500 shows wireless device 104 (FIG. 1) of system 100 and is operable to access second network 116 to receive transmission 118 and / or communicate with distribution system 108. . Each wireless device 500 may comprise a computer platform 502 having a memory 504 operable to store data, logic and applications executed by the processor 506. A user can communicate with the wireless device 500 and its underlying applications through one or more user interfaces 508 that can include one or more input devices 510 and one or more output devices 512. You can interact. In addition, the wireless device 500 can communicate with external devices and / or networks through the communication module 514.

  Although the wireless device 500 may be illustrated as a cellular phone, any number and combination of wireless devices 500 may be included in the system 100 of FIG. For example, the wireless device 500 may be, but is not limited to, a cellular phone, a personal digital assistant (PDA), a laptop computer, a two-way pager, a portable game device, a portable music device, or any type of computerized Can include wireless devices. The disclosed aspects are therefore any type of wireless including wired and wireless communication portals, including but not limited to wireless modems, PCMCIA cards, access terminals, personal computers, telephones, or any combination or sub-combination thereof. It can be executed on a device or a computer module.

  Computer platform 502 is operable to transmit data over a network, such as first network 110 (FIG. 1) and / or second network 116 (FIG. 1). Also, routines and applications are received and executed to selectively display data generated in the wireless device 500, data received from any network device connected to the network or wireless device 500, or other computer devices. Is operable. The computer platform 502 may be embodied in one or any combination of hardware, firmware, software, data and executable instructions, for example.

  Memory 504 is volatile and non-volatile such as read only and / or random access memory (RAM and ROM), EPROM, EEPROM, flash card, flash memory cell, electronic file system, and any memory common to computer platforms. One or any combination of memories can be provided. Further, the memory 504 may include one or more of any secondary or tertiary storage devices such as magnetic media, optical media, tape, or software or hard disk that includes a removable memory mechanism.

  Further, the processor 502 can be one or more application specific integrated circuits (“ASICs”), chipsets, processors, logic circuits, and any other data processing device. In some aspects, the processor 502 or other processor, such as an ASIC, can execute an application programming interface (API) layer 516 that interfaces with a conventional program stored in the memory 504 of the wireless device 500. API 516 is typically a runtime environment running on each wireless device. One such runtime environment is a binary runtime environment for wireless (BREW®) developed by Qualcomm Inc. of San Diego, California. For example, other runtime environments can be used to operate on the wireless computing device to control the execution of the application.

  Additionally, the processor 502 can include various processing subsystems 518 embodied in one or any combination of hardware, firmware, software, data and executable instructions, and the wireless device 500 1 and the operability of the wireless device on the network 116 of FIG. For example, the processing subsystem 518 allows communication to be initiated, maintained, and exchanged with the distribution system 108 and / or other networked devices. For example, in the aspect where the wireless device 500 is defined as a cellular phone, the processor 506 additionally includes sound, non-volatile memory, file system, transmission, reception, searcher, layer 1, layer 2, layer 3, main control, Remote procedure, handset, power management, digital signal processor, messaging, call manager, Bluetooth (R) system, Bluetooth (R) LPOS, position engine, user interface, sleep, data service, safety, verification, USIM / SIM, One or a combination of processing subsystems 518 may be included, such as voice services, vocoders, messaging, graphs, USB, multimedia, etc. In contrast to the disclosed aspects, the processing subsystem 518 of the processor 506 may include any subsystem component that interacts with an application running on the computer platform 502 that enables the functionality described in this application. I can do it. For example, the processing subsystem 518 can include any subsystem component that receives data reads and data writes from the API 516 on behalf of the content selector 520.

  Further, the communication module 514 can be embodied in hardware, firmware, software, data and executable instructions and combinations thereof, between various components of the wireless device 500, and between the wireless device 104 and the first network 110. And / or to enable communication between the second networks 116. For example, on the cellular telephone surface, the communication module 514 can include the necessary hardware, firmware, software, data executable instructions, and combinations thereof, including transmit and receive chain components for establishing a wireless communication connection.

  Further, for example, the communication module 514 receives from the distribution system 108 a plurality of content 102 that can include scheduled downloads and one, if any, related content metadata 112, if any. Are operable to forward them to the content selector 520 or provide the content selector 520 with access to them. Similarly, for example, the communication module 514 is operable to receive one or more selection parameters 122 and forwards them to the content selector 520 or provides access to them to the content selector 520. It is possible to operate. Subsequently, for example, the communication module 514 is operable to transfer the selected content 126 to other device components, respectively, for further processing.

  Additionally, one or more input devices 510 that generate input in the wireless device and one or more output devices 512 that generate information for consumption by the user of the wireless device are provided. For example, the input device 510 may include mechanisms such as keys, keyboards, navigation mechanisms, mice, touch screen displays, microphones associated with speech recognition modules, and the like. In an aspect, the input device 510 provides an interface for receiving user input such as activating and interacting with applications and modules on the wireless device. Further, for example, output device 512 can include a display, audio speakers, haptic feedback mechanism, and the like. Further, the user interface 508 can include one or any combination of input devices 510 and / or output devices 512.

  Illustrated with reference to FIG. 6, a block diagram of an example system 600 for scheduled download broadcasting. System 600 can be configured to allow non-critical data to be delivered to a client device when the client device is idle or using less than a threshold level. The client device can initiate background processing and can receive data outside the main application. Other broadcast channels that can be used for the distribution of time sensitive data can be used when the client is active or when resource consumption is above a threshold level. Thus, the system 600 can provide a more robust client experience.

  More particularly, system 600 includes a transmitter 602 that is in wireless communication with a client device 604. It should be understood that although multiple transmitters and multiple client devices may be included in system 600, only one of each is shown for simplicity. The transmitter 602 can be configured to notify the client 604 of available (potential) scheduled (non-time sensitive) downloads.

  The transmitter 602 can include a scheduler 606 that can be configured to schedule such non-time sensitive downloads. Such downloads include low inactivity periods (eg, during non-peak hours), regular intervals (eg, every 3 hours), random intervals (eg, 1:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m.). m., 4:00 pm, 9:00 pm), or scheduled for only a single hour (eg, “6:30 pm on Wednesday of this week”). The schedule also allows the client device 604 to access the download during a predetermined period of time (eg, between 5:30 pm and 11:45 pm on Sunday). Windows and update windows can be included. In addition, the schedule can be run through a series of days or weeks, and can be continuous days / weeks or non-continuous days / weeks (eg, every other day, every third day).

  Also included is an update notifier 608 that can be configured to notify the client device 604 of the scheduled schedule. Such information can be sent continuously or over several days at different intervals, for example, so that a client device 604 that needs to be aware of the schedule can receive the scheduling information at the appropriate time. .

  The monitor 610 can be configured to scrutinize the schedule for the download and sends a triggering signal at an appropriate time to the sender 612, which can be a transmitter or transmitter / receiver pair. The monitor 610 can compare the scheduled time for the download with the current time. The current time is the time referenced by the transmitter 602 (eg, the current time of the transmitter 602) or the time referenced by the client device 604 (eg, the current time associated with the client device 604). It is possible. For example, a client in the Eastern time zone may receive updates approximately 3 hours earlier than a client in the Pacific time zone.

  In accordance with some aspects, for example, a client in the Eastern time zone may receive a 3:00 a. m. Clients in the Pacific time zone that receive a display schedule that starts at 12:00 a.m. m. The various time zones are synchronized to receive a display schedule that starts at. In this scenario, the client device may include functionality that can monitor client movement. For example, the client device is operating in the Eastern time zone and turns off when powering on an airplane. Later, after the plane landed, the power was turned “on” and this time it was operating in the Pacific Time Zone. Client device 604 may include functionality to interpret changes (by monitoring relevant areas and locations) and automatically adjust device timing to tune to the broadcast at the appropriate time.

  Sender 612 may be configured to further broadcast scheduled downloads on designated channels or data streams. This dedicated channel can be used for download during the scheduled download time. During other times when the download is not scheduled, the dedicated channel can be used to transmit other broadcast data.

  System 600 can include a memory 614 operably coupled to transmitter 602. Memory 614 may store information related to the data to be transmitted as scheduled downloads, scheduled download times, and other information generated by the processor. In accordance with some aspects, the memory 614 can store information related to devices that have received scheduled downloads and other suitable information related to scheduling and transmitting downloads in a communication network. Processor 616 can be operatively coupled to transmitter 602 (and / or memory 614) to execute instructions related to scheduling and transmitting downloads to receiving devices.

  In accordance with some aspects, the processor 616 may execute instructions related to determining the best time or group of times to broadcast download data in a communication network. The processor 616 can execute instructions for recommending download times and update windows, informing the receiving device when an upcoming update is expected, sending the update at a scheduled time, and so on. . The processor 616 may execute instructions to retransmit the contact if there was an error during the scheduled transmission according to some aspects.

  The processor 616 may be a dedicated processor for scheduling and / or broadcasting non-time sensitive data. The processor 616 also analyzes and generates information received by the processor 602 and / or the transmitter 602 that controls retransmission to the client based on a dedicated request, and one or more components of the system 600. It may also be a processor that controls

  Memory 614 can store the associated protocol at the scheduled time for the update by taking action to control the communication between transmitter 602 and client device 604, etc., and so on. The system 600 can employ stored protocols and / or algorithms to achieve scheduled download broadcasting in a wireless network, as described in this application. It should be appreciated that the data storage (eg, memory) components described in this application can be either volatile memory or non-volatile memory, or can include both volatile and non-volatile memory. . By way of example, and not limitation, non-volatile memory can include read only memory (ROM), programmable ROM (PROM), electrically programmable ROM (EPROM), electrically erasable ROM (EEPROM), or flash memory. . Volatile memory can include random access memory (RAM), which acts as external cache memory. By way of example, and not limitation, volatile memory includes synchronous RAM (SRAM), dynamic RAM (DRAM), synchronous DRAM (SDRAM), sync link DRAM (SLDRAM), and direct RambusRAM (DRRAM®). Can be used in a number of ways. The memory 414 of the disclosed embodiment is intended to comprise these and other compatible types of memory without limitation.

  FIG. 7 illustrates an example system 700 that selectively receives scheduled downloads. The system 700 can be configured to allow a non-critical data to be delivered to a user device when the device is idle or using a low amount of resources. Background processing can be initiated by the device to receive data outside the primary application. Therefore, other broadcast channels can be used when the device is active and are better suited for distributing time sensitive data.

  System 700 is similar to system 600 of the above diagram and includes a transmitter 702 that is in wireless communication with a client device 704. The transmitter 702 may schedule various non-critical downloads. The update verifier 706 can be configured to verify that the scheduled data that will be broadcast is appropriate for the client device 704 and / or that the data has already been received. For example, non-critical data can be broadcast at different intervals over several days. If the client device 704 is not busy, it will never be. If the data is received during an early broadcast, the update verifier 706 can selectively ignore the broadcast. However, if the data is not received during an early broadcast, is not complete, or there is a problem with receiving the data, the update verifier 706 can accept the broadcast data.

  In accordance with some aspects, the update verifier 706 can be configured to selectively allow scheduled downloads based on the specific channel through which the data is transmitted. The channel can be predetermined and information related to the channel can be transmitted at substantially the same time that the scheduled download notification is received. Alternatively, the channel is not predetermined and the information received in relation to the data includes the client device 704 and / or the update verifier 708 that the channel is scheduled for download. Can be notified. Connections to time sensitive data can be made while the user is actively using the application on the client 704, or at any other time.

  If the scheduled broadcast is appropriate for the client 704, the schedule handler 708 monitors the scheduled time and update windows where various non-critical updates are expected to be broadcast (eg, , Client 704 need not listen for updates except during scheduled times). The schedule handler 708 can be configured to monitor the current time associated with the client 704. In accordance with some aspects, the schedule handler 708 can monitor a time zone change of the client 704 (eg, a change from the Pacific time zone to the eastern time zone).

  The schedule handler 708 can also compare the scheduled time with the current time, and if there is a match, the update acceptor 710 can be notified to selectively allow the download. Update acceptor 710 includes background functionality 712 that can be configured to initiate background processing to receive data and manage non-critical data when client device 704 is in an idle or low power consumption period. I can do it. If the client device 704 is busy, the background functionality 712 can selectively ignore current broadcasts of non-critical data and allow or request updates at different times.

  System 700 can include a memory 714 operably coupled to client 704. Memory 714 may store information related to scheduled time notifications where updates will be broadcast. Scheduled broadcasts can contain non-time sensitive data. In accordance with some aspects, memory 714 may include information related to historical downloads (eg, how often updates are received for a particular application, the last time an update was received), and Other suitable information related to receiving scheduled download data in the communication network can be stored. Processor 716 can be operatively coupled to client 702 (and / or memory 714) to execute instructions related to receiving scheduled incoming downloads.

  In accordance with some aspects, processor 716 can execute instructions related to analysis of information related to scheduled downloads. The processor 716 can optionally execute instructions such as determining the best time to allow updates, automatically starting background functionality for receiving updates, and so on. In accordance with some aspects, processor 716 can execute instructions that automatically request a dedicated update over an alternative communication link if a scheduled update is not received. The processor 716 may be a dedicated processor that analyzes and / or generates information received by the client device 704 (eg, download information, location of the user device, downloads communicated to the user device, etc.). The processor 716 also performs both analysis and generation of information received by the processor and / or client device 704 that controls one or more components of the system 700, and one or more of the systems 700. It can also be a dedicated processor that controls many components.

  FIG. 8 illustrates a system 800 that selectively transmits and receives dedicated updates when a scheduled broadcast is not available. Due to various conditions and factors, there may be situations where the user device cannot receive a scheduled broadcast. For example, the client device may be out of range of the broadcast signal (eg, outside the country, the device's battery is not properly charged). In these situations, a dedicated update can be sent based on the request.

  More specifically, system 800 includes a sender 802 that is in wireless communication with one or more receivers 804 (only one is depicted). Sender 802 has already broadcast a scheduled update, which will have been received by a high percentage of receivers 804. However, for various reasons, a large number of receivers 804 may not have had the opportunity to download scheduled data.

  Receiver 804 can include an optimization component 806 that can be configured to determine if a scheduled download failed due to various factors. The optimization component 806 determines by accessing the retained information and determining if the scheduled time has expired (eg, by requesting information from the scheduled handler 708 of FIG. 7). I can do it. In accordance with some aspects, the receiver 804 may not be aware that there has been a scheduled update. In this situation, the optimization component 806 can be configured to selectively request information related to downloads that may have been missed. For example, there may be a common type of data that is updated periodically. The optimization component 806 can use historical data (eg, for a particular application, updates are generally received every two months based on information held in the application that uses the update. Such as necessary based on other criteria (eg, information in a particular application has expired, includes an expiration date, etc.) Update can be determined.

  If the optimization component 806 determines that the scheduled download was potentially missed, the optimization component can send a request while asking the sender 802 for updates. If it is unclear whether there was a scheduled download, the request may include whether there was an update. The request may also include information about the last update received (eg, a data time stamp or other identifying information). If there is a missed update, the dedicated update 808 can be unicast to the receiver 804 in response to the request. In such a manner, the system 800 can allow a receiver 804 that misses a scheduled download to receive the download after the schedule expires.

  FIG. 9 illustrates an example system 900 that uses artificial intelligence to automate one or more disclosed aspects. The system 900 can facilitate automatic acceptance of scheduled downloads through a background functionality process during low device activity. Accepting non-critical downloads during minimal use of the device can provide a more robust user experience by allowing active applications and, if any, updates with small interference. .

  More particularly, the system 900 includes a sender 902 that can be configured to schedule non-critical downloads and notify one or more receivers 904 about download availability. The receiver 904 can employ artificial intelligence (AI) methods that can be facilitated by the AI component 906, as illustrated. Various embodiments (related to receiving selectively scheduled downloads) can be implemented with various AI-based schemes (eg, machine learning and inference, rule-based) for performing their various aspects. Technique). For example, the process for determining whether a scheduled download is appropriate for the device, determining the best time to accept a download during the available time, etc. can be facilitated through an automatic classifier system and process. For example, based on user or device status, AI component 906 may infer that it is the optimal time to receive a scheduled download.

  The classifier is a function that maps an input attribute vector, x = (x1, x2, x3, x4, xn), to a confidence that the input belongs to a class. That is, f (x) = confidence (class). Such classification employs probabilistic and / or statistical based analysis (utility and cost factors in the analysis) to predict and infer that the action desired by the user is performed automatically. I can do it. In the case of allowing a scheduled download, for example, the attribute can be information included in the download (eg, importance, relationship to the user). A class is also a category or area of interest (eg, user preferences, data usage, data relevance, etc.).

  A support vector machine (SVM) is an example of a classifier that can be employed. SVM works by finding hypersurfaces in the space of possible inputs. This hypersurface attempts to separate trigger criteria from non-trigger events. Intuitively, this corrects the classification for testing data that is close to training data but not identical. Other controlled and uncontrolled model classification approaches include, for example, naive Bayes, Bayesian networks, decision trees, neural networks, fuzzy logic models, and probabilistic classification models that provide different types of independence Can be done. The classification used in this application also includes statistical regression used for the development of priority models.

  As will be readily appreciated from the subject specification, one or more embodiments have been explicitly educated (eg, through general training data) and (eg, observed user behavior). (By receiving external information) an implicitly educated classifier can be employed. For example, the SVM is configured through a learning and training phase within a classifier constructor and feature selection module. Thus, the classifier is not limited, and if more than one download is available at a given time, it determines the order in which the downloads are received according to predetermined criteria, and fails the scheduled download. As such, it can be used to automatically learn and perform a number of functions, including what to request. The criteria can include, but is not limited to, the type of data included in each download, the content included in each download, device information, user preferences, and so on.

  In view of the exemplary system shown and described above, methodologies that may be implemented in accordance with the disclosed subject matter will be better appreciated with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. For purposes of simplicity of explanation, the methodology is shown and described as a series of blocks, but the claimed subject matter is not limited by the number or order of blocks as depicted and described in this application. Will be understood and appreciated. This is because some blocks can occur in a different order and / or simultaneously with other blocks. Further, not all illustrated blocks may be required to implement the methodologies described below. It will be appreciated that the functionality associated with the blocks may be implemented by software, hardware, a combination thereof, or other suitable means (eg, device, system, process, component). In addition, in order to further facilitate transporting and transferring such methodologies to various devices, the methodologies disclosed hereinafter throughout this specification can be stored on the product. Should be recognized. Those skilled in the art will understand and appreciate that a methodology can alternatively be represented by a series of correlated states and events, such as in a state diagram.

  FIG. 10 illustrates a method 1000 for sending scheduled downloads. For example, when there is information to be delivered to the client device, such as updates, some information is critical or time sensitive while other information is non-critical or time sensitive. A broadcast network generally cannot determine the current state of any individual client. Thus, at any given time, the user may be actively interacting with one or more client applications, or the user may not be using the client device (inactive state). Traditionally, therefore, a method to ensure that all client devices have the same data and database is to repeat all of the update information, whether it is non-time sensitive or not. Is to send. Continuous communication of update information is inefficient. Thus, the method 1000 can facilitate scheduling of non-time sensitive data for downloading on the client device such that the client device allows updates during idle or low activity periods, while For transmissions involving both types (time sensitive and non-time sensitive), time sensitive data is allowed to arrive early.

  The method 1000 begins at 1002 when one or more clients (eg, user devices) are notified of upcoming non-critical updates. The notification can include a schedule and time (eg, 9:00 pm on Friday) when the update is broadcast. The schedule is 10:00 p.m. on Saturday. m. And Sunday at 3: 00a. m. It can also be an update window like According to some aspects, schedule alternatives may be included in the notification. These alternatives can indicate different times and intervals at which information will be retransmitted. For example, non-critical updates can be scheduled to be broadcast three times a week. This allows the client device to selectively choose at least one of those times to download the update. Thus, the client is busy, cannot accept downloads, or is out of range (eg, in a different country, in a poor reception area) or misses one of the broadcasts for some other reason If there is an opportunity to receive the broadcast at a later time.

  At 1004, the update is transmitted at a scheduled time or time group. As discussed above, update information is broadcast at different times so that the receiving device has the opportunity to receive and accept the update at a time that is optimal for the client device (eg, while inactive). sell. However, there may be situations such as when the client device does not receive updates during the scheduled time. If the client device misses all scheduled times, a request from the client device requesting retransmission of updates can be received. Since this retransmission exceeds broadcast scheduling, it can be sent over a unicast connection rather than a broadcast.

  In accordance with some aspects, non-critical updates can be broadcast over a channel that is separate from one or more other channels being broadcast. Thus, when a scheduled update is sent, the client device can identify the update based on the channel (eg, the channel information can be sent at substantially the same time as the update notification). ). During periods when updates are not scheduled to be sent, other information can be sent on the channel, allowing the use of available resources. Thus, the channel used for the update can be a dedicated channel reserved for the update, but this is not necessarily required (the channel does not have to be dedicated to the update).

  FIG. 11 illustrates a method 1100 for receiving scheduled downloads. Scheduled downloads can include updates that can be time sensitive updates or non-time sensitive updates. Time sensitive updates may be transmitted and received at the client device in a real-time manner (eg, downloaded and loaded on the client device at substantially the same time as reception). Non-time sensitive updates can be received by initiating background processing that can provide an acceptable depth and distribution of user experience.

  Method 1100 begins at 1102 when a scheduled update notification is received. This update can be received for non-critical updates that can be updated on the client device during periods of low activity. Notifications can include one particular time or window in which updates can be broadcast, or can include multiple unique times or windows in which updates can be broadcast. The window should be long enough, or multiple broadcasts should be broadcast for an amount of time that is long enough so that client devices have the opportunity to selectively receive updates.

  At 1104, the client device tunes at the scheduled time to receive the update. Tuning to the update may include automatically starting background processing without user interaction. A digital broadcast connection is initiated and data can be received through the digital broadcast network.

  Thus, the method 1100 allows non-critical data to be delivered to the client device when the client device is in a low activity period. By starting background processing and receiving data outside of the main application, other broadcast channels used when the client device is in periods of high activity are more able to deliver time-sensitive data. It can provide a well-purposed and robust client experience.

  If a scheduled download is not received and the scheduled download period has expired, a request can be automatically sent asking that the download is available. If appropriate, the download can be sent to the requesting device over a unicast connection to allow the client device to receive and apply the updated information.

  Illustrated with reference to FIG. 12, is an example of a system 1200 that selectively transmits scheduled downloads. For example, system 1200 can reside at least partially within a base station. It will be appreciated that system 1200 is displayed as including functional blocks, which are functional blocks that represent functions implemented by a processor, software, or combination thereof (eg, firmware).

  System 1200 includes a logical grouping 1202 of electrical components that can act separately or in conjunction. For example, the logical grouping 1202 may include an electrical component 1204 that notifies a number of clients of upcoming updates. According to an example, an upcoming update may include non-time sensitive data. Further, logical grouping 1202 can comprise an electrical component 1206 that transmits updates at a scheduled time.

  In accordance with some aspects, logical grouping 1202 can include an electrical component that classifies updates as time sensitive or non-time sensitive updates. Also included may be an electrical component that broadcasts updates as real-time data, and an electrical component that transmits non-time sensitive updates as upcoming updates. An electrical component may be included that transmits time-sensitive updates at substantially the same time as the broadcast.

  Additionally or alternatively, the logical grouping 1202 can include an electrical component that schedules upcoming updates at a number of different times to allow an opportunity to receive updates at a number of devices. Logical grouping 1202 also includes an electrical component that determines a time associated with at least one client device, and an electrical component that transmits updates based on the scheduled time associated with the client device. Can be included.

  In accordance with some aspects, logical grouping 1202 includes an electrical component that receives a request to send an update at a time different from the scheduled time, and an electrical component that sends a unicast-only update in response to the request. Can be included.

  Additionally, system 1200 can include a memory 1208 that retains instructions for executing functions associated with electrical components 1204 and 1206, or other components. One or more electrical components 1204 and 1206 are shown as being external to memory 1208, but may be present in memory 1208.

  With reference to FIG. 13, illustrated is an example system 1300 that selectively receives scheduled downloads. For example, system 1300 can reside at least partially within a mobile device. It will be appreciated that the system 1300 is displayed as including functional blocks that are functional blocks that represent functions implemented by a processor, software, or combination thereof (eg, firmware).

  System 1300 includes a logical grouping 1302 of electrical components that can act separately or in conjunction. For example, the logical grouping 1302 can include an electrical component 1304 that receives notification of scheduled updates. According to an example, a scheduled update may include non-time sensitive data. Further, logical grouping 1302 can comprise an electrical component 1306 that tunes at a scheduled time to receive updates. Updates can be received in a broadcast connection.

  In accordance with some aspects, the logical grouping 1302 can include an electrical component that automatically initiates background functionality and an electrical component that downloads scheduled updates outside of the primary application. Additionally or alternatively, the logical grouping 1302 includes at least one of an electrical component that receives an alternative time for a scheduled update, and an alternative time to tune to receive the update. It can include electrical components to select. Further, the logical grouping 1302 can include an electrical component that determines a period of low activity and an electrical component that selects at least one of alternative time groups that occur during the period of low activity.

  Additionally, system 1300 can include a memory 1308 that retains instructions for executing functions associated with electrical components 1304 and 1306, or other components. One or more electrical components 1304 and 1306 are shown to be external to memory 1308, but may exist within memory 1308.

  It will be appreciated that the embodiments described in this application may be implemented by hardware, software, firmware, middleware, microcode, or any combination thereof. When systems and / or methods are implemented in software, firmware, middleware or microcode, program code or code segments, they can be stored in a machine-readable medium, such as a storage component. A code segment may represent a procedure, function, subprogram, program, routine, subroutine, module, software package, class, or combination of instructions, data structure, or program statement. A code segment can be coupled to another code segment or a hardware circuit by passing and / or receiving information, data, independent variables, parameters, or memory contents. Information, independent variables, parameters, data, independent variables, etc. may be passed, forwarded, or transmitted using any suitable means including memory sharing, message passing, token passing, network transmission, etc.

  For software implementation, the techniques described in this application may be implemented with modules (eg, procedures, functions, and so on) that perform the functions described in this application. Software code may be stored in a memory unit and executed by a processor. The memory unit can be implemented within the processor or external to the processor, in which case it can be communicatively coupled to the processor through various means known in the art.

  Further, the various aspects and features described in this application may be implemented as a method, apparatus, or article produced using standard programming and / or industrial techniques. The term “product” as used in this application is intended to include a computer program accessible from a computer-readable device, carrier, or media. For example, computer readable media is not limited and includes magnetic storage devices (eg, hard disks, floppy disks, magnetic strips, etc.), optical disks (eg, compact disks (CDs), digital versatile disks. (DVD), etc.), smart cards, and flash memory devices (eg, EPROM, cards, sticks, key devices, etc.). In addition, various storage media described in this invention can represent one or more devices and / or other machine-readable media that store information. The term “machine-readable medium” can include, without limitation, various other media capable of storing, containing, and / or carrying wireless channels and instructions and / or data.

  What has been described above includes examples of one or more embodiments. Of course, not all possible combinations of components and methodologies can be described for the purpose of describing the foregoing embodiments. However, one of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that many additional combinations and permutations of the various embodiments are possible. Accordingly, the described embodiments are intended to embrace all such alterations, modifications and variations that fall within the scope of the appended claims. To the extent that the term “comprising” is used in either the detailed description or in the claims, the terms are to be interpreted in the claims when “comprising” is adopted as transient. , Is intended to be included in a manner similar to the term “comprising”. Further, the term “or” used in either the detailed description or in the claims can mean “non-exclusive or”.

What has been described above includes examples of one or more embodiments. Of course, not all possible combinations of components and methodologies can be described for the purpose of describing the foregoing embodiments. However, one of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that many additional combinations and permutations of the various embodiments are possible. Accordingly, the described embodiments are intended to embrace all such alterations, modifications and variations that fall within the scope of the appended claims. To the extent that the term “comprising” is used in either the detailed description or in the claims, the terms are to be interpreted in the claims when “comprising” is adopted as transient. , Is intended to be included in a manner similar to the term “comprising”. Further, the term “or” used in either the detailed description or in the claims can mean “non-exclusive or”.
Hereinafter, the invention described in the scope of claims of the present application will be appended.
[C1]
Notifying multiple client devices of upcoming updates;
Transmitting a scheduled download comprising transmitting the update at a scheduled time.
[C2]
The method of C1, wherein the upcoming update comprises non-time sensitive data.
[C3]
The method of C1, further comprising scheduling the upcoming updates at a plurality of times such that the plurality of client devices are allowed an opportunity to receive the updates.
[C4]
Classifying the update as a time sensitive update or a non-time sensitive update;
Broadcasting the time-sensitive update as real-time data;
The method of C1, further comprising transmitting the non-time sensitive update as the upcoming update.
[C5]
Receiving a request to send the update at a time different from the scheduled time;
Transmitting the unicast-only update in response to the request.
[C6]
Sending the update at a scheduled time,
Determining a time associated with at least one of the plurality of client devices;
The method of C1, comprising transmitting the update based on the scheduled time associated with the at least one client device.
[C7]
The method of C1, further comprising transmitting the time sensitive update at a time substantially the same as the time it is available.
[C8]
A computer platform having a memory and a processor, the memory storing information related to decisions made by the processor;
A scheduler for scheduling at least one non-time sensitive update;
An update notifier that notifies multiple client devices of the proposed schedule;
A device that transmits content that scrutinizes the proposed schedule and that includes a monitor that triggers the sender to transmit at least one non-time sensitive update at an appropriate time.
[C9]
The device of C8, wherein the monitor further compares the proposed schedule with a current time.
[C10]
The device of C9, wherein the current time is a time referenced by the device transmitting content or a time referenced by at least one of the plurality of client devices.
[C11]
The device of C8, wherein the sender broadcasts at least one non-time sensitive update on a dedicated broadcast channel.
[C12]
The device of C11, wherein the dedicated broadcast channel is used to transmit other broadcast data during times other than the proposed scheduled time.
[C13]
The device of C8, wherein the sender carries a unicast-only update based on updates from at least one of the plurality of client devices.
[C14]
The device of C8, wherein the sender transmits time sensitive updates at substantially the same time as it is available.
[C15]
Means for notifying multiple receiving devices of upcoming updates;
An apparatus for selectively transmitting a scheduled download comprising means for transmitting said upcoming update at a scheduled time.
[C16]
The apparatus of C15, further comprising means for scheduling the upcoming update at a plurality of times such that the plurality of receiving devices are allowed an opportunity to receive the update.
[C17]
Means to classify the update as a time sensitive update or a non-time sensitive update;
Means for broadcasting said time sensitive updates as real time data;
The apparatus of C15, further comprising means for transmitting the non-time sensitive update as the upcoming update.
[C18]
The apparatus of C15, wherein the upcoming update comprises non-time sensitive data.
[C19]
Means for receiving a request to send the update at a time different from the scheduled time;
The apparatus of C15, further comprising means for transmitting a unicast-only update in response to the request.
[C20]
Means for determining a time associated with at least one of the plurality of receiving devices; and means for transmitting the update based on the scheduled time associated with the at least one receiving device. The apparatus according to C15.
[C21]
The apparatus of C15, further comprising means for transmitting the time sensitive update at substantially the same time as it is available.
[C22]
Schedule at least one non-time sensitive update;
Let multiple client devices be notified of the proposed schedule,
Scrutinize the proposed schedule; and
A machine-readable medium having stored machine-executable instructions that cause the at least one non-time sensitive update to be transmitted at the appropriate time.
[C23]
The instructions are
Further comprising comparing the proposed schedule with a current time;
The machine readable medium of C23, wherein the current time is a time referenced by a machine readable medium or a time referenced by at least one of the plurality of client devices.
[C24]
The instructions are
Broadcasting the at least one non-time sensitive update on a dedicated broadcast channel;
Transmitting the other broadcast data during a time other than the proposed scheduled time. The machine-readable medium of C23, further comprising:
[C25]
In a wireless communication system,
Notify multiple clients of upcoming updates, and
An apparatus comprising a processor configured to transmit the update at a scheduled time.
[C26]
Receiving notifications of scheduled updates;
A method of receiving a scheduled download comprising tuning the update at the scheduled time.
[C27]
Automatically starting the background functionality,
The method of C26, further comprising downloading the scheduled update outside a primary application.
[C28]
The method of C26, wherein the scheduled update comprises non-time sensitive data.
[C29]
Receiving an alternative time for the scheduled update;
Selecting the at least one of the alternative times for tuning to receive the update.
[C30]
Determining periods of low activity,
Selecting at least one of the alternative times that occur during the period of low activity.
[C31]
The method of C26, wherein the update is received on a broadcast connection.
[C32]
Determining that the scheduled update was not received during the scheduled time;
Requesting a dedicated update to be transmitted in a unicast environment.
[C33]
The method of C26, further comprising receiving a time sensitive update at substantially the same time that it is broadcast.
[C34]
Monitoring relevant time zone changes;
C26. The method of C26, further comprising adjusting the scheduled time corresponding to the changed time zone.
[C35]
A computer platform having a memory and a processor, the memory storing information related to decisions made by the processor;
An update verifier that determines if the scheduled update is appropriate for the wireless communication device;
A schedule handler that monitors a current time and compares the scheduled time for the update with the current time;
A wireless communications apparatus comprising an update acceptor that initiates a background process to receive the scheduled update.
[C36]
The wireless communication device of C35, wherein the schedule handler monitors changes in the time zone of the wireless communication device.
[C37]
The wireless communication apparatus of C35, wherein the update acceptor receives the scheduled update when the wireless communication apparatus is idle.
[C38]
The wireless communication device of C35, wherein if the wireless communication device is busy, the update acceptor selectively ignores the scheduled download.
[C39]
The wireless communication apparatus of C35, wherein the scheduled update comprises non-critical data.
[C40]
The wireless communication apparatus of C35, further comprising an optimizer that determines whether the scheduled update was not received during the scheduled time and transmits a request for a dedicated update.
[C41]
The wireless communication device of C35, wherein the update acceptor connects to time sensitive data while a user is actively using an application.
[C42]
A means for receiving notification of scheduled updates;
An apparatus for selectively receiving a scheduled download comprising means for tuning at the scheduled time to receive the update.
[C43]
Means for automatically starting the background functionality;
The apparatus of C42, further comprising means for downloading the scheduled update outside a primary application.
[C44]
The apparatus of C42, wherein the scheduled update comprises non-time sensitive data.
[C45]
Means for receiving an alternative time for the scheduled update;
The apparatus of C42, further comprising means for selecting at least one of the alternative times to tune to receive the update.
[C46]
A means of determining periods of low activity;
The method of C42, further comprising means for selecting at least one of the alternative times that occur during the period of low activity.
[C47]
The method of C42, wherein the update is received on a broadcast connection.
[C48]
Determining if the scheduled update is appropriate;
Allowing the current time to be monitored and the scheduled time for the update to be compared with the current time;
A machine-readable medium storing machine-executable instructions for initiating background functionality to receive the scheduled update.
[C49]
The instructions are
The machine-readable medium of C48, further comprising receiving the scheduled update during a period of low activity.
[C50]
In a wireless communication system,
Receiving notification of the scheduled update;
Tuned at the scheduled time to receive the update;
Automatically starts the background functionality,
An apparatus comprising a processor configured to download the scheduled update outside a primary application.

Claims (50)

Notifying multiple client devices of upcoming updates;
Transmitting a scheduled download comprising transmitting the update at a scheduled time.   The method of claim 1, wherein the upcoming update comprises non-time sensitive data.   The method of claim 1, further comprising scheduling the upcoming update at a plurality of times such that the plurality of client devices are allowed an opportunity to receive the update. Classifying the update as a time sensitive update or a non-time sensitive update;
Broadcasting the time-sensitive update as real-time data;
The method of claim 1, further comprising transmitting the non-time sensitive update as the upcoming update. Receiving a request to send the update at a time different from the scheduled time;
The method of claim 1, further comprising sending a unicast-only update in response to the request. Sending the update at a scheduled time,
Determining a time associated with at least one of the plurality of client devices;
The method of claim 1, comprising transmitting the update based on the scheduled time associated with the at least one client device.   The method of claim 1, further comprising transmitting the time sensitive update at a time substantially the same as the time it is available. A computer platform having a memory and a processor, the memory storing information related to decisions made by the processor;
A scheduler for scheduling at least one non-time sensitive update;
An update notifier that notifies multiple client devices of the proposed schedule;
A device that transmits content that scrutinizes the proposed schedule and that includes a monitor that triggers the sender to transmit at least one non-time sensitive update at an appropriate time.   The device of claim 8, wherein the monitor further compares the proposed schedule with a current time.   The device of claim 9, wherein the current time is a time referenced by the device sending content or a time referenced by at least one of the plurality of client devices.   9. The device of claim 8, wherein the sender broadcasts at least one non-time sensitive update on a dedicated broadcast channel.   12. The device of claim 11, wherein the dedicated broadcast channel is used to transmit other broadcast data during times other than the proposed scheduled time.   The device of claim 8, wherein the sender carries a unicast-only update based on updates from at least one of the plurality of client devices.   9. The device of claim 8, wherein the sender transmits a time sensitive update at a time that is substantially the same as the time it is available. Means for notifying multiple receiving devices of upcoming updates;
An apparatus for selectively transmitting a scheduled download comprising means for transmitting said upcoming update at a scheduled time.   The apparatus of claim 15, further comprising means for scheduling the upcoming update at a plurality of times such that the plurality of receiving devices are allowed an opportunity to receive the update. Means to classify the update as a time sensitive update or a non-time sensitive update;
Means for broadcasting said time sensitive updates as real time data;
16. The apparatus of claim 15, further comprising means for transmitting the non-time sensitive update as the upcoming update.   The apparatus of claim 15, wherein the upcoming update comprises non-time sensitive data. Means for receiving a request to send the update at a time different from the scheduled time;
16. The apparatus of claim 15, further comprising means for transmitting a unicast dedicated update in response to the request.   Means for determining a time associated with at least one of the plurality of receiving devices; and means for transmitting the update based on the scheduled time associated with the at least one receiving device. 16. The apparatus of claim 15, comprising.   16. The apparatus of claim 15, further comprising means for transmitting a time sensitive update at a time substantially the same as the time it is available. Schedule at least one non-time sensitive update;
Let multiple client devices be notified of the proposed schedule,
Scrutinize the proposed schedule; and
A machine-readable medium having stored machine-executable instructions that cause the at least one non-time sensitive update to be transmitted at the appropriate time. The instructions are
Further comprising comparing the proposed schedule with a current time, wherein the current time is referenced by a machine readable medium or by at least one of the plurality of client devices. 24. The machine readable medium of claim 23, wherein the machine readable time. The instructions are
Broadcasting the at least one non-time sensitive update on a dedicated broadcast channel;
24. The machine-readable medium of claim 23, further comprising transmitting other broadcast data during a time other than the proposed scheduled time. In a wireless communication system,
Notify multiple clients of upcoming updates, and
An apparatus comprising a processor configured to transmit the update at a scheduled time. Receiving notifications of scheduled updates;
A method of receiving a scheduled download comprising tuning the update at the scheduled time. Automatically starting the background functionality,
27. The method of claim 26, further comprising downloading the scheduled update outside a primary application.   27. The method of claim 26, wherein the scheduled update comprises non-time sensitive data. Receiving an alternative time for the scheduled update;
27. The method of claim 26, further comprising selecting at least one of the alternative times for tuning to receive the update. Determining periods of low activity,
30. The method of claim 29, further comprising selecting at least one of the alternative times that occur during the period of low activity.   27. The method of claim 26, wherein the update is received on a broadcast connection. Determining that the scheduled update was not received during the scheduled time;
27. The method of claim 26, further comprising requesting a dedicated update sent in a unicast environment.   27. The method of claim 26, further comprising receiving a time sensitive update at substantially the same time that it is broadcast. Monitoring relevant time zone changes;
27. The method of claim 26, further comprising adjusting the scheduled time corresponding to the changed time zone. A computer platform having a memory and a processor, the memory storing information related to decisions made by the processor;
An update verifier that determines if the scheduled update is appropriate for the wireless communication device;
A schedule handler that monitors a current time and compares the scheduled time for the update with the current time;
A wireless communications apparatus comprising an update acceptor that initiates a background process to receive the scheduled update.   36. The wireless communication device of claim 35, wherein the schedule handler monitors the time zone change of the wireless communication device.   36. The wireless communication device of claim 35, wherein the update acceptor receives the scheduled update when the wireless communication device is idle.   36. The wireless communication device of claim 35, wherein the update acceptor selectively ignores the scheduled download when the wireless communication device is busy.   36. The wireless communications apparatus of claim 35, wherein the scheduled update comprises non-critical data.   36. The wireless communications apparatus of claim 35, further comprising an optimizer that determines whether the scheduled update has not been received during the scheduled time and transmits a request for a dedicated update.   36. The wireless communication device of claim 35, wherein the update acceptor makes a connection to time sensitive data while a user is actively using an application. A means for receiving notification of scheduled updates;
An apparatus for selectively receiving a scheduled download comprising means for tuning at the scheduled time to receive the update. Means for automatically starting the background functionality;
43. The apparatus of claim 42, further comprising means for downloading the scheduled update outside a primary application.   43. The apparatus of claim 42, wherein the scheduled update comprises non-time sensitive data. Means for receiving an alternative time for the scheduled update;
43. The apparatus of claim 42, further comprising means for selecting at least one of the alternative times to tune to receive the update. A means of determining periods of low activity;
43. The method of claim 42, further comprising means for selecting at least one of the alternative times that occur during the period of low activity.   43. The method of claim 42, wherein the update is received on a broadcast connection. Determining if the scheduled update is appropriate;
Allowing the current time to be monitored and the scheduled time for the update to be compared with the current time;
A machine-readable medium storing machine-executable instructions for initiating background functionality to receive the scheduled update. The instructions are
49. The machine-readable medium of claim 48, further comprising receiving the scheduled update during a period of low activity. In a wireless communication system,
Receiving notification of the scheduled update;
Tuned at the scheduled time to receive the update;
Automatically starts the background functionality,
An apparatus comprising a processor configured to download the scheduled update outside a primary application.

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