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Interactive program guide with preferred items list apparatus and method

US8024755B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 23, 2004
Grant dateSep 20, 2011
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Expiry dateJan 29, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04N21/23109
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

While reviewing potential programs when using an interactive programming guide, a viewer can select to place information regarding specific programs in a list (in one embodiment, such entries are made on an automated basis). The viewer can then recall that list to make a final selection of a present program to view (or record). In some embodiments, this list can be automatically cleared in response to a predetermined trigger event.

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