Audio-controlled image capturing
US9007477B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 30, 2009 |
| Grant date | Apr 14, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 6, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01S3/8022
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method comprising: receiving a plurality of images corresponding to a time period covering the intended moment for releasing the shutter; receiving an audio signal associated with the plurality of images using audio capturing means; analyzing the received audio signal in order to determine an auditory event associated with a desired output image; and selecting at least one of the plurality of images on the basis of the analysis of the received audio signal for further processing in order to obtain the desired output image.
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