Synchronous sounds for audio assistant on devices
US12360732B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 19, 2024 |
| Grant date | Jul 15, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 19, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04R2420/07
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The various implementations described herein include methods and systems for synchronous audio playback. An electronic device can receive an identification of a first device as a common clock device that has a first internal clock being designated as a master clock. The electronic device receives a synchronized audio playback command that includes audio data to be output and a future playback time. In response to receiving the audio data, the device determines a synchronized audio playback time for audio to be output. An optimal time for output can be calculated and transmitted to the server system for future playback time calculations.
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