Methods and systems for connecting caller and callee client devices
US10368034B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 28, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jul 30, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 28, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L65/403
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Exemplary embodiments relate to techniques for facilitating a connection between two users in a call by providing an “answering window” when a user calls. When a caller places a call to a callee, the call invitation may remain open for a window of time during which the caller remains available. The callee may opt to answer the call at any time during the window. During the window, the caller may be placed in a lobby and may share audio and/or video. Accepting the call during the answering window may place the callee in the lobby or may directly convert the interaction into an active call. The callee may request that the window can be altered, or may signal their intention to answer the call at a particular time.
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