Systems and methods for controlling smart devices based upon image data from image sensors
US10356303B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 2, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jul 16, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 29, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W4/90
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present embodiments relate to managing the operation of devices within a home or other property based upon received image data. According to certain aspects, a controller within the home may receive, with customer permission or consent, image data from image sensors disposed throughout the home. The controller may analyze the image data in combination with profile data for individuals associated with the home to determine that a certain individual is indicated in the image data. The controller may further determine an action to facilitate based upon the individual being detected in a certain location of the property, and may direct smart devices to perform that action. As a result, the present embodiments may facilitate providing occupant-location based (or occupant-presence or preference based) functionality, functions, or services, and/or directing operations of smart devices located about a property based upon occupant location, presence, preferences, and/or activities at the property.
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