TWI606415B - System and method for tagging geographical information based on photos of social networking or electronic commerce and linking to electronic maps - Google Patents

Description

Mark community or e-commerce site photo geos to link to an electronic map System and method

The present invention relates to a system and method for a social networking or e-commerce website, and more particularly to a system and method for tagging social information of a social networking site or e-commerce site to link to an electronic map.

The rise of the Internet has also led to the emergence of social networks such as Wretch, PIXNET and Facebook, which provide users with shared albums. , blogs, message boards and audio and video features, users can further make friends on the community network. However, the above-mentioned social networking webpage lacks the integration of photos and maps, so that the viewer cannot directly know the location where the photo is taken, and the webpage search location information needs to be additionally opened.

Portable network devices are becoming more and more popular, such as PDAs (Personal Digital Assistants), notebook computers, smart phones or tablets, which have made the community more widely available. In the prior art, electronic map services (such as google map) and social dating are independent platforms (or programs), and users need at least two web pages to simultaneously perform community dating and location search, thereby reducing users. Browse the speed of the module.

In order to solve the above-mentioned conventional problems, an integrated platform (or system, or program) combining photos and maps is needed, which not only improves the browsing speed of users, but also immediately knows the location of friends and can be applied to the promotion of tourism.

It is an object of the present invention to provide an integrated social network website or an e-commerce website photo and electronic map integration system, which only needs the same platform (system or program) to complete the search.

It is an object of the present invention to display an image symbol at a location of a photo, by which the image symbol is linked to an electronic map to obtain geographic related information.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides a mark community website or an e-commerce network. The photo geographical information is linked to the electronic map system, and includes at least one server for providing: a publishing module to generate a publishing webpage for a first user to upload a photo to the publishing module; a marking module, wherein the first user inputs one geographic information of the photo; a linking module connects the input geographic information to an electronic map and generates a link, and generates a chain about the chain at a corner of the photo An image symbol (icon); and when a second user clicks on the link to obtain a picture of the geographic information.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides a mark community website or an e-commerce network. The method for linking the photo geographic information to the electronic map includes the following steps: using at least one server to provide a publishing module to generate a publishing webpage for a first user to upload a photo to the posting module; Providing a marking module for the first user to input geographic information of the photo; providing a linking module, connecting the input geographic information to an electronic map and generating a link; generating a corner of the photo An image symbol (icon) relating to the link; and when a second user clicks on the link to obtain a picture of the geographic information.

100‧‧‧ system

12‧‧‧ Client

122‧‧‧Transportation device

124‧‧‧Storage device

126‧‧‧ display device

14‧‧‧Server

16‧‧‧Publishing module

162‧‧‧Selection unit

164‧‧‧Transfer unit

166‧‧‧Search unit

18‧‧‧Marking module

182‧‧‧ text input

184‧‧‧GPS input

20‧‧‧Link Module

22‧‧‧ image symbols

202~210‧‧‧Steps

The first figure shows a block diagram of a tagged community website or an e-commerce website photo geographic information for linking to an electronic map in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

The second figure shows a block diagram of a user terminal in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

The third figure shows a block diagram of a listing module in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

The fourth figure is a block diagram showing a marking module in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

The fifth figure is a schematic diagram showing the display of an image symbol on a photo in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 6 is a flow diagram showing the process of mapping a photo of a community website or an e-commerce website to link an electronic map in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

The above aspects and the advantages of the present invention will be more readily understood from the following detailed description of the appended claims.

The invention will be described in detail in the preferred embodiments and aspects. The following description provides specific details of the implementation of the invention and is intended to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments. Of course Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the present invention may be practiced without these details. In addition, some well-known structures or functions may be described or described in detail to avoid obscuring the description of the various embodiments. The terms used in the following description will be interpreted in the broadest sense, even if A detailed description of a particular embodiment of the invention is used together.

The first figure shows a tagged community website or e-commerce in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention. The website photo geography information is linked to the block diagram of the electronic map. For the sake of clarity of the technical features of the present invention, those skilled in the art should understand that all the details are not exhaustively listed, that is, some units or elements are not shown in the drawings. The first figure shows a system 100 and a client 12 of the present invention. The system 100 includes a server 14, a publishing module 16, a marking module 18, and a bonding module 20.

The second figure shows a block diagram of a user terminal in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention. The The client 12 includes a transmitting device 122, a storage device 124, and a display device 126. The transmitting device 122 shown in the second figure is used to receive the relevant information from the server 14 in addition to the request for transmitting the client terminal 12. The storage device 124 shown in the second figure is used for storing various information, and the storage device 124 is any storage medium that can be read and written, such as a hard disk, a software or a firmware, but is not limited thereto. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the storage device 124 stores a plurality of materials, including information about the client 12, such as basic information of the client 12, account settings, and historical information, but is not limited thereto. . The display device 126 shown in the second figure comprises a desktop computer, a notebook computer, a lithographic computer, a smart phone, a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) or other electronic devices with a network to display the obtained Various information, but not limited to this. The display device further includes a microphone, a network camera, and other devices having a recording and audio function, but is not limited thereto.

The third figure shows a block diagram showing a posting module in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention. Figure. The posting module 16 is configured to generate a publishing webpage (not shown) for the first client 12 to upload (transfer) the photo to the posting module 16. The publishing module 16 includes a selection module 162, a transmission module 164, and a search unit 166. The selection module 162 allows the first user terminal 12 to select a photo (or a picture, a photo, etc.), and the source of the photo may include a mobile phone, a computer, a camera, or other device for storing photos or taking photos. The selected photo is uploaded (transferred) to the posting webpage via the network by the transmitting unit 164 for browsing by the user terminal 12. The transfer unit 164 includes any hardware, software or firmware having a storage function.

In an embodiment, the searching unit 166 includes a forward search and uses geographic information as a keyword to search for related users, for example, inputting a keyword of "Freshwater Fisherman's Wharf", that is, You can search for the client 12 that has been marked by the Danshui Fisherman's Wharf, such as Wang Daming, but not limited to this. In another embodiment, the searching unit 166 further includes a reverse search, using the name of the user terminal 12 as a keyword word to search for related geographic information, for example, inputting the keyword word "Wang Daming" to search for the Wang Daming mark. Historical information on geographic information, but not limited to it.

Figure 4 is a block diagram showing a marking module in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention. Figure. The tag module 18 is configured to input geographic information to the first user 12, and the geographic information includes location name, location latitude and longitude or other location related information. In an embodiment, after the first user terminal 12 uploads (transfers) the photo, the tag module 18 can be used to mark the geographic information of the photo, for example, the tag "Freshwater Fisherman's Wharf". In another embodiment, the first user terminal 12 can further annotate the photo by the marking module 18, so that the second user can more clearly understand the geographic information, for example, introducing the scenery of the Fisherman's Wharf or the food introduction, but Not limited to this. The tagging module includes a GPS (Global Positioning System) input 184 and a text input 182. The GPS input 184 can be applied to a mobile phone, a camera or the like with a GPS positioning system. For example, after taking a photo with a mobile phone with a GPS positioning system, the mobile phone automatically detects the location of the shooting and automatically imports the geographic information. Marked in module 18. The text input 182 can be applied to a mobile phone, a camera, a computer, or the like. For example, after selecting a photo in the computer, the first client 12 utilizes any input device (such as a keyboard, whether physical or virtual). Enter the geographic information of the photo. Further, the photo can be described, but not limited to.

Figure 5 is a diagram showing the display of image symbols on a photo in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention. Schematic diagram of (icon). The link module 20 links the input geographic information to an electronic map and generates a link, and the link generates an image icon 22 at a corner of the photo, as shown in FIG. The symbol 22 can be displayed in the upper right corner, the lower right corner, the upper left corner or the lower left corner of the picture according to the setting of the system 100 or the user terminal 12. In an embodiment, after the first user terminal 12 uploads a photo and marks the geographic information, the link module is linked to the electronic map according to the geographic information, and generates an image icon 22, which may be obtained by the system 100. Set, or freely set by the client 12. Search for the landscape map, street map, satellite image, latitude and longitude map of the geographic information in the electronic map. For example, the electronic map will display the scenery map of “Freshwater Fisherman's Wharf” or the freshwater fisherman's wharf as the center point, and display the scenery map or street map within a certain range according to the center point, but not limited to this.

The second user terminal 12 views the photo of the first user terminal 12 by various means, and clicks The image symbol 22 of the first user terminal 12 is used to obtain pictures related to geographic information, such as a landscape map, a street map, a satellite image, a latitude and longitude map, and the like.

In one embodiment, the system 100 is horizontally viewed. In another embodiment, the system 10 series vertical browsing.

Figure 6 is a diagram showing a display of a community of websites or electricity in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention. The sub-business website photo geography information is linked to the flow chart of the electronic map. The system 100 of the present invention includes a server 14, a posting module 16, a marking module 18, a linking module 20, and a client terminal 12. The steps are as follows: Step 202: Provide a publishing module 16 to generate a publishing webpage for a first client 12 to upload a photo to the posting module 16. The publishing module 16 includes a selection unit 162, a transmission unit 164, and a search unit 166. The selecting unit 162 is configured for the first user terminal 12 to select a photo (or a picture, a photo, etc.), and the source of the photo may include a mobile phone, a computer, a camera, or other device for storing photos or taking photos. The selected photo is uploaded (transferred) to the posting webpage via the network through the transmitting unit for the user terminal 12 to browse and view. The transfer unit 164 includes any hardware, software or firmware having a storage function.

In an embodiment, the search unit 166 includes a forward search using geographic information. As a keyword word, to search for the relevant client 12, for example, by entering the keyword word "Freshwater Fisherman's Wharf", you can search for the client 12 that has marked the freshwater fisherman's wharf, such as Wang Daming, but not for this. limit. In another embodiment, the searching unit 166 further includes a reverse search, using the name of the user terminal 12 as a keyword word to search for related geographic information, for example, inputting the keyword word "Wang Daming" to search for the Wang Daming mark. Historical information on geographic information, but not limited to it.

Step 204: Provide a marking module 18 for the first user 12 to input the photo One of the geographic information, geographic information includes location name, location latitude and longitude or other location related information. In an embodiment, after the first user terminal 12 uploads (transfers) the photo, the tag module 18 can be used to mark the geographic information of the photo, for example, the tag "Freshwater Fisherman's Wharf". In another embodiment, the first user terminal 12 can further annotate the photo by the marking module 18, so that the second user terminal 12 can clearly understand the geographic information, for example, introducing the scenery of the Fisherman's Wharf or the introduction of the food. But it is not limited to this. The tag module 18 includes a GPS input 184 and a text input 182. The GPS input 184 can be applied to a mobile phone, a camera or the like with a GPS positioning system. For example, after taking a photo with a mobile phone with a GPS positioning system, the mobile phone automatically detects the location of the shooting and automatically imports the geographic information. Marked in module 18. The text input 182 can be applied to a mobile phone, a camera, a computer, or the like. For example, after selecting a photo in the computer, the first client 12 uses any input device (such as a keyboard) to lose. Into the geographical information of the photo, further, the photo can be described, but not limited thereto.

Step 206: Provide a link module 20, and connect the input geographic information to a battery. Submaps and produces a link. In an embodiment, after the first user terminal 12 uploads a photo and marks the geographic information, the connection module 20 is connected to an electronic map according to the geographic information, such as a google electronic map, a Yahoo electronic map, and the like. Search for the landscape map, street map, satellite image, latitude and longitude map of the geographic information in the electronic map. For example, the electronic map will display the scenery map of “Freshwater Fisherman's Wharf” or the freshwater fisherman's wharf as the center point, and display the scenery map or street map within a certain range according to the center point, but not limited to this.

Step 208: Generate an image symbol about the link at one corner of the photo (icon) 22, the graphic or shape of the image symbol can be set by the system 100 or freely set by the user terminal 12. The link generates an image icon 22 about the link at a corner of the photo. As shown in the fifth figure, the image symbol 22 can be displayed on the image according to the setting of the system 100 or the user terminal 12. The upper right corner, the lower right corner, the upper left corner, or the lower left corner, etc., but not limited to this.

Step 210: When a second client 12 clicks on the link, the geographic information can be obtained. A picture. The second user terminal 12 views the photo of the first user terminal 12 by various means, and clicks the image icon 22 of the first user terminal 12 to obtain a picture about the geographic information, such as a landscape map, a street map, and a satellite image. , latitude and longitude map, etc.

With the technical features of the present invention, the system 100 can be applied to tourism through photos Link to an electronic map to get geographic information or landscape maps to promote tourist attractions. Using the system 100 as a promotional method not only reduces costs, but also promotes community making.

The "geographic information" described in the specification includes a place name, an address, a latitude and longitude, and the like.

The "electronic map" described in the specification includes a google electronic map, a Yahoo map, a website (or a program) that provides an electronic map, such as UrMap.

The present invention is applicable to any electronic device having a network device such as a smart phone, a camera, a personal computer, a personal digital assistant (PDA), a tablet, and the like.

The "photograph" described in the manual includes personal photos, group photos, landscape photos, article photos, and the like of the user terminal.

The "pictures" related to geographic information described in the specification include landscape maps, street maps, satellite maps, latitude and longitude maps, and the like.

The "user end" described in the specification includes an individual, a company, a manufacturer or a supplier, and the like.

The present invention includes different processing procedures, which may be executed on a hard disk or built in Within a computer readable instruction, it can form a processor or logic circuit with programming instructions for general or special purpose to facilitate execution of the program. In addition, these programs can also be executed by a combination of hardware and software.

One or more modules, elements or components described herein, as described in the embodiments or related The DRAM gain mechanism includes a combination of hardware, software, and/or both. The modules described in the embodiments comprise software, software files, instructions and/or configurations, which may be provided by the fabrication of the mechanisms/electronics/hardware described herein.

Part of the invention provides a computer program product comprising non-transitory with stored instructions The computer readable medium, the computer program (or other electronic component) is in accordance with the present invention to perform a processing procedure. Computer readable media may include, but is not limited to, flexible floppy disks, optical disks, CD-ROMs, ROMs, RAMs, EPROMs, EEPROMs, magnets or optical cards, flash memory, or other types that may be suitable for storage. The media/computer that can take electronic instructions can read the media. In addition, the present invention can also be downloaded as a computer program product, which can be transmitted from a remote computer to a designated computer.

If a component "A" is coupled (or coupled) to component "B", component A may be directly Coupling (or coupling) to B, or indirectly coupling (or coupling) to B via component C. If the specification states that a component, feature, structure, program, or characteristic A will result in a component, feature, structure, procedure, or characteristic B, it indicates that A is at least part of B, or indicates that there are other components, features, or structures. , program or feature assists in causing B. The word "may" as used in the specification, its elements, features, procedures or characteristics are not limited to the description; the number mentioned in the specification is not limited to the words "a" or "an".

The invention is not limited to the specific details described herein. In the spirit of the present invention Many different inventive variations related to the prior description and schema are permitted. Accordingly, the invention is intended to cover the modifications and modifications of the invention

100‧‧‧ system

12‧‧‧ Client

14‧‧‧Server

16‧‧‧Publishing module

18‧‧‧Marking module

20‧‧‧Link Module

Claims (8)

A system for marking social information of a social networking site or an e-commerce website for linking to an electronic map, comprising at least one server for providing: a publishing module to generate a publishing webpage for uploading a photo by a first client The listing module includes a search unit, a marking module for the first user to input geographic information of the photo, and a linking module to connect the input geographic information to an electronic The map generates a link, and an image symbol (icon) is generated at a corner of the photo; when a second user clicks the image symbol to obtain a picture of the geographic information The search unit provides: a forward search with the geographic information as a keyword word; and a reverse search with the user name as a keyword word. The system for linking the social network to the electronic map according to the tagged social network or the e-commerce website, as described in claim 1, wherein the published webpage includes a plurality of photos of the client. The tagging community website or the e-commerce website photo geography information as claimed in claim 1 is linked to the electronic map system, wherein the tag module includes a GPS (Global Positioning System) input and a text input. The system for linking the social network to the electronic map, such as a landscape map, a street map, a latitude and longitude map, etc., for viewing and viewing by the second user. A method for marking a geographic information of a social networking site or an e-commerce website to link to an electronic map, comprising: using at least one server to perform the following steps: providing a publishing module to generate a publishing webpage for uploading by a first client The photo to the listing module, the posting module includes a search unit; Providing a marking module for the first user to input geographic information of the photo; providing a linking module, connecting the input geographic information to an electronic map and generating a link; generating a corner of the photo An image symbol of the link; when a second user clicks on the image symbol to obtain a picture of the geographic information; wherein the search unit provides: a forward search to The geographic information is used as a keyword word; and a reverse search uses the name of the client as a keyword word. The method for linking the social media information of the mark community website or the e-commerce website to the electronic map as claimed in claim 5, wherein the published web page includes a plurality of photos of the user terminals. The method for linking the social network information to the electronic map according to the tag community website or the e-commerce website as described in claim 5, wherein the marking module comprises a GPS input and a text input. The method for linking the social network to the electronic map according to the method for marking the community website or the e-commerce website according to claim 5, wherein the image includes a landscape map, a street map, a latitude and longitude map, etc., for the second user to browse and view.