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Destination device initiated caller identification

US7003466B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 12, 2001
Grant dateFeb 21, 2006
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Expiry dateDec 18, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG10L17/00
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method, system, and program for origin device initiated caller identification are provided. In response to detecting a call extended to a destination device, extending a request from said destination device to an origin device requesting a voice utterance of the caller at said origin device. A caller identity associated with the voice utterance is identified at the destination device, such that a callee receiving the call at the destination device is informed of the caller identity before choosing whether to speak with the caller.

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