Instant messaging embedded games
US7549924B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 9, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jun 23, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 15, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63F2300/636
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Instant messaging systems and methods are disclosed. The systems and methods allow users to play competitive and collaborative games using an instant messaging client application. The client application may create a user interface screen that includes an instant messaging region or window for exchanging instant messages and a game region or window for playing games.
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