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System, device, and method for generating and utilizing content-aware metadata

US11557121B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 26, 2020
Grant dateJan 17, 2023
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Expiry dateNov 11, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06V40/174
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

System, device, and method for generating and utilizing content-aware metadata, particularly for playback of video and other content items. A method includes: receiving a video file, and receiving content-aware metadata about visual objects that are depicted in said video file; and dynamically adjusting or modifying playback of that video file, on a video playback device, based on the content-aware metadata. The modifications include content-aware cropping, summarizing, watermarking, overlaying of other content elements, modifying playback speed, adding user-selectable indicators or areas around or near visual objects to cause a pre-defined action upon user selection, or other adjustments or modification. Optionally, a modified and content-aware version of the video file is automatically generated or stored. Optionally, the content-aware metadata is stored internally or integrally within the video file, in its header or as a private channel; or is stored in an accompanying file.

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