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Method and apparatus for improving quality of experience and bandwidth in virtual reality streaming systems

US10460700B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 6, 2017
Grant dateOct 29, 2019
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Expiry dateJul 3, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L43/08
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus and method for improving the quality of user experience and reducing bandwidth consumption in Virtual Reality systems that optimize bandwidth by restricting the transmitted stream to only what is in the field of view of a virtual reality headset are disclosed. The actual content streamed may vary from interactive games to pre-recorded or live video.

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