TWI683120B - Method of information sending based on location and device ofthere. - Google Patents

Abstract

A method of information sending based on location includes steps as following: uploading step: first user terminal creates an original information included received location information and uploads to a server. Sending step: sending an inviting information to a second user terminal based on the received location information. Comparing step: Comparing actual location information of the second user terminal with default location information of the first user terminal. Display step: display the content of information on the second user terminal when the default location information of the first user terminal located on the predetermined area.

Description

Information sending method and device based on geographical position

The invention relates to an information transmission method capable of locating and processing geographic location equipment to transmit digital information such as text, video and audio, and particularly relates to a geographic location-based information transmission method and device.

With the rapid development of mobile terminal technology and communication technology, it has become more and more common for users to use mobile terminals to send digital information such as text, video, and audio, in addition to the real-time information sending function provided by mobile terminals in a built-in manner. In the market, there are many applications dedicated to instant messaging (TM), such as line/Whatsapp/Wechat, etc., which greatly facilitates users to send digital information in real time. In addition, most mobile terminals represented by smartphones have positioning systems. Therefore, these mobile terminals can easily obtain geographic information of the user's own location through the positioning system. Furthermore, social application software such as Facebook/Twitter/Tnstagram, which is widely used all over the world, has also allowed users to upload or share information while displaying the user's geographic location information.

As mentioned above, although the existing information sending or sharing methods can easily carry geographic location information in the content of the information, the target contact person is not subject to any restrictions on the geographic location when receiving the information. In other words, the target contact person is a one-time To receive complete information in real time. However, in some specific scenarios, such real-time information sending or sharing methods are not suitable for users' communication requirements. For example, the information sender sends out information in a specific geographic location, and hopes that the target contact person can receive the complete information within the range of reaching the specific geographic location. If the target contact person is not within the range of the specific geographic location, you know The information sender sent the information in a specific geographic location but could not display the complete information. The current method of sending or sharing information cannot be realized.

Although the widely used instant information sending method is convenient at present, it has the following disadvantages: 1. If there is important information, it is easily overwhelmed by the constantly updated real-time information. 2. The main function of real-time information transmission is transmission speed and time. It cannot be based on information consistency and collectability. 3. Although the method of sending instant information has specific properties, there is no special operating experience. 4. The sender of the instant message sending method can only send a message to the user who has become a contact, but cannot choose to disclose the information. Although some applications support the disclosure of information, it is not possible to set the method of publishing the information. 5. The way of sending instant information can't make public information fixed. 6. The method of sending instant information lacks real interactivity. 7. After sending the current instant information sending method, the default is that both parties directly receive the information content, lacking surprises, and lacking the intention to choose whether to read the content.

In summary, the existing way of sending or sharing information is single, not location-specific, the user experience is poor, and it cannot meet the requirements of the communication users. Therefore, it provides a simple, geographically specific, and novel information distribution. The method and device are the motivation of the invention.

The purpose of the present invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, and to provide a novel geographic location-based information transmission method and device that are simple to operate, have geographic location specificity, and have a good user experience. The present invention provides a geographic location-based information transmission method, and its technical solution is: a geographic location-based information transmission method, including the following steps: an uploading step, the first user terminal creates source information containing received geographic location information, and Upload the source information containing the received geographic location information to the information server; In the sending step, the first user terminal selects at least one second user terminal as the receiver, the information server sends the invitation information based on the received geographic location information to the second user terminal, and displays the invitation on the second user terminal Information; in the comparison step, the information server obtains the actual geographic location information of the second user terminal and compares it with the received geographic location information set by the first user terminal; the display step, if the actual geographic location of the second user terminal is Within a predetermined range of the receiving geographic location set by a user terminal, the information content is displayed on the second user terminal.

Preferably, in the sending step, the information server sends the ontology information together with the invitation information to the second user end, but in this step the second user end does not display the ontology information; the second user end is based on the invitation The information is marked on the map with the receiving geographic location.

Preferably, in the sending step, the information server does not send the ontology information to the second user terminal, the second user terminal marks the receiving geographic location on the map based on the invitation information; in the displaying step, when the actual geographic location acquired When the location is within the predetermined range of the receiving geographic location, the second user terminal obtains and displays the ontology information from the information server.

Preferably, the information created by the first user terminal also includes the receiving validity period, and the second user terminal can receive the complete information only when it enters the set receiving geographic location within the set validity period.

Preferably, the information server sends the information content to the second user terminal in batches.

Preferably, the invitation information includes first user terminal information and brief information.

Preferably, receiving the geographic location information is a location determined by the positioning system; at least one of the first user terminal and the second user terminal is a device capable of positioning and/or processing geographic location.

Preferably, the received geographic location information is the geographic location determined by the positioning system at the first user terminal, or the geographic location directly input by the first user terminal.

Preferably, after receiving and reading the ontology information, the second user terminal pushes the read information to the first user terminal.

Preferably, in the sending step, the receiver of the source information is specified in a one-to-one or one-to-many manner, or the broadcast transmission method of the receiver is not specified; the receiving range and sending time of the information Or the receiving validity period is defined by the system or customized by the user; the receiving geographic location information is specific address information, latitude and longitude information, coordinate information, scenic spot information or place name information; the information content is all digital information that can be digitized.

The invention also provides a geographic location-based information sending device, which includes a first user terminal, an information server for storing information, and a second user terminal, both of the first user terminal and the second user terminal have a geographic location The device and the information server include a location comparison module. The location comparison module can compare the receiving geographic location set by the first user terminal with the actual geographic location of the second user terminal.

Source information is information that contains ontology information and receiving geographic location information.

The implementation of the present invention includes the following technical effects: In the geographic location-based information sending method of the present invention, the recipient as the target contact first receives or displays incomplete digital invitation information containing the receiving geographic location, and then when the recipient enters the sender The complete digital information can only be obtained or displayed when the pre-set receiving geographic location is within range. This method of sending information or displaying information based on geographic location not only makes the communication and contact between people not limited to the current method of sending instant information, but also corrects people’s traditional There are technical prejudices about the way digital information is delivered, and it can also have great potential value in personal use and business activities.

The geographical location-based information transmission method of the present invention has good information consistency and collectability, so that the user has a special operation experience, can be based on geographical location, publicly push information, has good real-world interaction, and can be used to create surprises , The receiver can actively choose whether to read the information according to interest.

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FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of an operation process of applying a geographic location-based information sending method to a mobile terminal of a sender.

FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of an operation flow of applying a geographic location-based information transmission method to a mobile terminal of a receiver.

FIG. 3 is a simple schematic diagram of the working process of the geographical location-based information sending method according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a detailed schematic diagram of the working process of the geographical location-based information sending method of Embodiment 1. FIG.

FIG. 5 is a definition diagram of location information used in a geographic location-based information transmission method.

6 is a simple schematic diagram of a workflow of a geographic location-based information sending method according to Embodiment 2 of the present invention.

FIG. 7 is a detailed schematic diagram of the working process of the geographic location-based information sending method of Embodiment 2. FIG. detailed description

The present invention will be described in detail below in conjunction with the embodiments and the drawings. It should be noted that the described embodiments are only intended to facilitate understanding of the present invention, and do not limit it in any way.

Example 1

Referring to FIG. 1 to FIG. 2, this embodiment provides a geographic location-based information transmission method. FIG. 1 is an operation flow of applying a geographic location-based information transmission method to a mobile terminal at a first user end (sender) Schematic diagram, the specific operation is to open the mobile terminal, display the range of the current location, and click to send video information, audio information and text information. FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of an operation process of applying a geographic location-based information sending method to a mobile terminal of a second user terminal (receiver). Specifically, the second user terminal receives push invitation information, which shows the actual geographic location of the mobile terminal. Location and first user The receiving geographic location set by the terminal is different. The mobile terminal moves to the geographic location set by the first user terminal (the circle and the black dot in Figure 2 overlap), and then reads the video information, audio information, and text information.

As shown in FIG. 3 and FIG. 4, this embodiment is a method for sending information based on geographic location by segment receiving and displaying in segments. The main technical solution is to send information to the second user terminal in stages based on geographic location ( Recipient), that is, the information server sends the information at least twice, the first time is only to send the invitation information based on the geographic location information to the second user, and the second time or later is used to send the body information. According to the setting of the first user end, the number of divided transmissions may be two, three, or multiple times. In addition, the first time to send invitation information based on geographic location information, it can contain one geographic location or multiple geographic locations.

Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the workflow of the geographic location-based information sending method, which can be simplified into four steps: the uploading step, the first user terminal creates source information containing the received geographic location information, and includes the source containing the received geographic location information The information is uploaded to the information server; the sending step, the first user selects at least one second client (receiver) as the receiver, and the information server sends the second user based on the receiving geographic The invitation information of the location information, the invitation information is displayed on the second user terminal, and the receiving geographic location is marked on the map; in the comparison step, the information server obtains the actual geographic location information of the second user terminal and communicates with the first user The received geographic location information set by the client is compared; in the displaying step, if the actual geographic location of the second user terminal is within the predetermined range of the received geographic location set by the first user terminal, the second user terminal notifies the information server The information server sends the main body information to the second user terminal once or in batches. Optionally, the information server sends the information content to the second client in batches by means of push notification. The push notification method enumerated in this embodiment is implemented by directly pulling a long connection between the second user terminal and the information server. The principle is that each device has its own device number, and the app in the device has a unique package name. So the information server only needs to find the device number and package name to locate an application on a device, and this device number and package name together form a The identifier is called device token, so the problem is simplified to give the identifier and information content to the information server, and the information server sends the content to the unique identifier. The methods of push notification (Push notification) listed in this embodiment are merely examples. Those skilled in the art should know that there are many principles and methods of information push, and other principles and methods of information push are also within the protection scope of the present invention.

The method for sending information based on geographic location in this embodiment will be described in detail below.

As shown in FIG. 4, the geographic location-based information sending method of this embodiment can be subdivided into the following steps: S11. The first user terminal creates information containing the received geographic location (optional GPS location) and uploads it to the information server S12, the information server stores the information content containing the received geographic location information, and sends the invitation information to the second user terminal; S13, the second user terminal receives the invitation information containing the received geographic location; S14, the second user The client marks the receiving geographic location on the map; S15. The information server compares the actual geographic location of the second user terminal with the receiving geographic location set by the first user terminal. If the actual geographic location is not within the range of the received geographic location set by the first client, then return to the comparison step; S16. The actual geographic location of the second client is within the range of the accepted geographic location set by the first client. The device sends the remaining information content to the second user terminal one or more times; S17, the second user terminal reads the information; S18, the first user terminal receives the read notification information.

As shown in FIG. 5, the information in this embodiment may be defined as one or any of digital information content, location, sending time, receiving time, number of recipients, activation conditions, or receiving range. With these 7 elements (but not limited to these 7 elements) as the main condition, various changes and extensions can be made for private information, public information, commercial promotion, and various information services related to location. Informative The format can also be changed according to different situations (such as: payment, seasonal changes, festivals, general or commercial, activities and needs), change its style, reading range, number of recipients, starting conditions and display methods to meet various situations Under demand.

In this embodiment, receiving geographic location information refers to a geographic information point (for example, within a building) or geographic information range (for example, within a 200-meter-diameter plane range) set by the first user terminal (sender). The location information is the geographic location determined by the positioning system at the first user terminal, or the geographic location directly input by the first user terminal, for example, the location determined by the GPS positioning system based on global positioning or the GIS electronic map Location, or the location determined by the iBeacon indoor positioning system based on small-scale positioning, or the location determined by the positioning system using Bluetooth technology or wifi technology (technology that allows electronic devices to connect to a wireless local area network); or directly enter the longitude and Latitude determines location. Only when the second client (such as a mobile phone) is within the geographic information point or geographic information range set by the first client, can it receive or display complete information. This embodiment is different from general instant messaging. This embodiment is a system that can receive information only at a specific location. Combining the information with the map, people can leave the information at this location when they leave a certain location and notify the second client who wants to forward the information. When the second user reaches around this geographic location, the system will provide the content of relevant information; if it is not in that location, it will only provide information about who sent the information at a certain point and invited information that can accept the information at a certain point, and the content cannot be displayed. . This system can be applied in many ways, so that the person-to-person contact is not limited to the current way of sending instant information. In addition to personal use and official use, it can also be used in shopping mall activities.

Preferably, the information created by the first user terminal also contains the receiving validity period, and the second client terminal can receive the complete information only when it enters the set receiving geographic location within the set validity period; if the second client terminal exceeds the set validity period, it enters the setting , The news server no longer sends news. The invitation information can include first user information and brief information. The first user information can let the other party know who sent the information. The brief information can make the second user know the main content of the information, which is suitable for more important News.

At least one of the first user terminal and the second user terminal is a device capable of locating and/or processing geographic location, such as any one or any of smart phones, tablet computers, car navigation systems, desktop computers, or smart wearable devices Several. Geographic Information System (GIS, Geographic Information System) is a comprehensive subject, combining geography and cartography, remote sensing and computer science, has been widely used in different fields, is used for input, storage, query, analysis and display Computer system for geographic information. GIS is a computer-based tool that can analyze and process spatial information. GIS technology integrates the unique visual effects and geographic analysis functions of maps with general database operations (such as query and statistical analysis, etc.). GPS is a system for positioning and navigation in real time on a global scale. The basic principle of the GPS navigation system is to measure the distance between the satellite whose position is known and the user's receiver, and then integrate the data of multiple satellites to know the specific position of the receiver.

Specifically, in this embodiment, a method for sending information based on geographic location, in the sending step, the receiver of the source information is specified in a one-to-one or one-to-many manner, or the receiver is not specified. Broadcast transmission method, that is, the number of recipients can choose private messages (need to specify 1 person or more than 2 people) or open (no need to specify the range of entry to receive); the range of receipt of readable information can be predefined or used by the system You can customize it; the location can be any location on the earth (address, latitude, longitude, coordinates, scenic spot or place name); the sending time can be defined by the system (now) or the user (future); the end after sending The display time can also be defined by the system or by the user (extended or shortened); the information display period after receipt can be defined by the system or by the user (extended or shortened); the information content is all digital information that can be digitized. Information can be digital elements such as text, pictures, videos, sounds, music, etc. The information sending and reading conditions may be that both parties or either party reach the same point or other setting content.

This embodiment also provides a geographic location-based information sending device, which includes a first user terminal, an information server for storing information, and a second user terminal. Both the first user terminal and the second user terminal have a geographic location. Position information positioning device, information server includes position comparison module, position comparison module The received geographic location information set by the first user terminal can be compared with the geographic location information of the second user terminal. The first user terminal includes the user's current location module, new information module, switching mode module, information location module, information list module, my page module, store module, and return to current location module and many more. The user's current location module can use the positioning function of the mobile phone to automatically locate the location. New information modules include private modules (send to specific people), public modules (send as long as you enter the set location), and commercial public modules (select delivery conditions based on business needs). A specific example may be that the preset range of obtaining information is 200 meters, the default information expires 7 days after being sent, and the information expires 7 days after being opened. You can edit the text you want to send at will, choose attachments (camera, photo, video, recording), choose to send objects (multiple people) and so on. The map on the mobile device will display the information left by me or others at a certain location, and will be displayed on the map as an icon, which can be clicked.

Example 2

This embodiment will focus on the parts that are different from Embodiment 1, and the same parts as Embodiment 1, which will not be repeated in this embodiment.

As shown in FIG. 6 and FIG. 7, this embodiment is a method for sending information based on geographic location and receiving information in segments. The main technical solution is based on geographic location, where information is distributed to the second user end (receiver) ) Display, that is, the server sends both the invitation information and the main body information to the second user terminal, but for the first time, only the invitation information based on the geographic location information is displayed, and the actual geographic location of the second user terminal is within the receiving settings set by the sender Within the predetermined range of geographic location, the main body information is displayed on the second user terminal one or more times. The invitation information based on geographic location information may include one geographic location or multiple geographic locations.

6 is a simplified workflow diagram of a geographic location-based information sending method, which can be simplified into four steps: the uploading step, the first user terminal creates source information containing the received geographic location information, and includes the source containing the received geographic location information Information is uploaded to the information server; in the sending step, the first user terminal selects at least one second user terminal (receiver) as the receiver, and sends the second user terminal based on the received geographic location The invitation information and ontology information of the information are set, but the second user only displays the invitation information and marks the receiving geographic location on the map; in the comparison step, the information server obtains the actual geographic information of the second user and compares it with the first A comparison of the received geographic location information set by a user terminal; display step, if the actual geographic location of the second user terminal is within a predetermined range of the received geographic location set by the first user terminal, the second user terminal Show complete information.

The method for sending information based on geographic location in this embodiment will be described in detail below.

As shown in FIG. 7, the geographic location-based information sending method of this embodiment can be subdivided into the following steps: S21. The first user terminal creates information containing the received geographic location (you can choose the location determined by the GIS electronic map), and Upload to the information server; S22, the information server stores the information content containing the received geographic location information, and sends the invitation information and ontology information to the second user terminal; S23, the second client receives the invitation with the received geographic location Information and Ontology information, but the second user only displays invitation information, and cannot view Ontology information. For example, the conditions for viewing Ontology information are set in advance so that the second user can only read it if the predetermined conditions are met; S24. The second user terminal marks the receiving geographic location on the map; S25. The information server compares the actual geographic location of the second user terminal with the receiving geographic location set by the first user terminal. If the actual geographic location is not within the range of the received geographic location set by the first user terminal, then return to the comparison step; S26. The actual geographic location of the second client is within the accepted geographic location range set by the first user terminal , The second user terminal displays and reads the information; S27, the second user terminal displays the information read; S28, the first user terminal receives the read notification information.

In the geographic location-based information sending method of the present invention, the recipient as the target contact first receives or displays incomplete digital invitation information containing the receiving geographic location, and then when the recipient enters the receiving geographic location range preset by the sender Only then can complete digital information be obtained or displayed. This method of sending information or displaying information based on geographic location not only makes the communication and contact between people not limited to the current method of sending instant information, but also corrects people’s traditional There are technical prejudices about the way digital information is delivered, and it can also have great potential value in personal use and business activities. The following will be illustrated with specific application examples.

For directions, the first client creates information containing the received geographic location information (intersections, sign buildings, or elevators), uploads the information containing the received geographic location information to the information server that stores the information content, and is directed When reaching the receiving geographic location, the routed person continuously receives the routing information and realizes the function of leading the way. For example, if a friend goes to an unfamiliar environment, he can leave a location specific message (Location Specific Message) to the friend in advance. When the friend enters the set location, he sends specific information to the friend and gives instructions. Specifically, when you turn right at the current intersection, and then go to the next intersection, you are prompted to turn left, walk a distance, send information, please go straight, etc., making it easy for friends to find a specific place.

Used to send greetings and/or warm reminders, the company creates information containing the company's plant or company building, uploads the information containing the company's plant or company building to the information server that stores the information content, and when the company customer or visitor walks to the company In the factory area or company building, company customers or visitors receive greetings and/or warm reminders to increase their intimacy.

It is used to explain park attractions and museums. Park attractions and museums create information containing important scenic spots and important antiques, and upload information containing important scenic spots and important antiques to information servers that store information content. When the visitor arrives For important scenic spots and important antiques, visitors receive information about park attractions and museums, which increases the effect of the visit and saves the cost of manual explanations.

It is used to leave a message for children who come home from school when parents go out. Parents create information containing home location information and upload the information containing home location information to the information server that stores the information content. When the child returns home, the child receives a message from the parents, which prevents the child from receiving information at school, which can cause distractions in class. Parents also know that their children are home safely.

Used to leave a blessing or expectation to his relatives before his death, create information containing the location of the cemetery or memorial before his death, upload the information containing the location of the cemetery or memorial to the information server that stores the information content, and when the relative reaches the location of the cemetery or memorial When in the position, relatives receive blessings or expectations from the deceased, which has a strong memory.

Used by the company to assess whether the outgoing person is diligent and responsible, the company manager creates information containing the outgoing person to reach the work position, and uploads the outgoing person to the work position to the information server that stores the information content, when the outgoing person arrives at the work position When receiving information from company managers, it can increase employee self-discipline. For example, B tells A that he is at location A, and A can send a text message with geographic location A to B to see if B can read the content of the text message and verify it.

It is used for the work that is more confidential and needs to be completed immediately. The boss creates information containing the received geographic location information (office), uploads the information containing the received geographic location information to the information server that stores the information content, and returns when the employee travels or goes to work After receiving the information from the boss, the employees were prevented from knowing the work content in advance, which caused the leak.

Used for shopping mall promotion, the mall creates information containing the location of the promotion event, uploads the information containing the location of the promotion event to the information server that stores the content of the information, and pushes advertisements to the customers or fans when they enter the promotion location, promotion event information .

Used to push information to group members in a specific location. Companies generally have exchange groups, but there will be multiple projects. In order to keep the secret, the general project team will build another exchange group. Over time, more and more groups will become more and more inconvenient to manage. With the solution of this embodiment, there is no need to build groups repeatedly, only the person who sets the meeting position can receive information, and the validity period of the received information is the meeting period, so that it is possible to achieve confidentiality without building groups.

In addition, employees take leave and claim to go somewhere to see the training. The boss can send a text message to the employee at the training place to check. It is also possible to indicate to someone that they have been to a certain location through Location Specific Message.

The above disclosure is only for the preferred embodiments of the present invention, and of course it cannot be used to limit the scope of rights of the present invention. Therefore, equivalent changes made according to the patent application scope of the present invention still fall within the scope of the present invention. It should be understood that the above description is intended to be illustrative, not limiting. For example, the above-described embodiments (and/or aspects thereof) can be used in combination with each other. In addition, many modifications can be made according to the teachings of the present invention to suit specific situations or materials without departing from the scope of the present invention. From reading the above description, many other embodiments and modifications within the scope and spirit of the claims will be apparent to those skilled in the art.

The description of the present invention is as above, but it is not intended to limit the scope of patent rights claimed in this creation. The scope of patent protection depends on the scope of the attached patent application and its equivalent fields. Anyone with ordinary knowledge in this field who makes changes or retouching without departing from the spirit or scope of this patent belongs to the equivalent change or design completed under the spirit disclosed in this creation, and shall be included in the scope of the following patent application Inside.

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A method for sending information based on geographic location is characterized by the following steps: an uploading step, a first user terminal creates source information containing received geographic location information, and uploads the source information containing received geographic location information to An information server; in the sending step, the first user terminal selects at least one second user terminal as a receiver, the information server sends an invitation message to the second user terminal based on the received geographic location information, And display the invitation information on the second user terminal; in the comparison step, the information server obtains the actual geographic location information of the second user terminal and compares it with the receiving geographic location information set by the first user terminal Yes; and the display step, if the actual geographic location of the second user terminal is within the predetermined range of the receiving geographic location set by the first user terminal, then display the information content on the second user terminal; wherein, the first One user terminal is different from the second user terminal. The method for sending information based on geographic location as described in item 1 of the patent application scope, wherein in the sending step, the information server sends the main body information and the invitation information to the second user terminal, but here In the step, the second user terminal does not display the ontology information; the second user terminal marks the receiving geographic location on the map based on the invitation information. The method for sending information based on geographic location as described in item 1 of the scope of patent application, wherein the information created by the first user terminal also includes a receiving validity period, and the second user terminal enters the set receiving geographic location within the set validity period To receive complete information. The method for sending information based on geographic location as described in item 1 of the patent application scope, wherein the invitation information includes the first user terminal information and brief information. The method for sending information based on geographic location as described in item 1 of the patent application scope, wherein at least one of the first user terminal and the second user terminal is a device capable of locating and/or processing geographic location. The method for sending information based on geographic location as described in item 1 of the patent application scope, wherein the received geographic location information is the geographic location determined by the positioning system at the first user terminal, or directly input by the first user terminal Location. The method for sending information based on geographic location as described in any one of the first to sixth items of the patent application range, wherein in the sending step, the recipient of the source information is specified in a one-to-one or one-to-many manner , Or it does not specify the receiver's broadcast transmission method; the information receiving range, sending time or receiving validity period is predefined by the system or customized by the user; receiving geographic location information is specific address information, latitude and longitude information, coordinate information, Spot information or place name information; information content is all information that can be digitized. An information sending device based on geographic location includes a first user terminal, an information server for storing information, and a second user terminal, both the first user terminal and the second user terminal have a geographic location A positioning device, the information server includes a location comparison module, the location comparison module can compare the receiving geographic location set by the first user terminal with the actual geographic location of the second user terminal; Wherein, the first user terminal is different from the second user terminal; wherein, the information server sends an invitation message to the second user terminal based on the actual geographic location of the second user terminal.

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