Network based media enhancement function based on an identifier
US9020621B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 17, 2010 |
| Grant date | Apr 28, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 18, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04R2227/009
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A network based processing element for processing audio information improves the understanding of speech or music for intended listeners based on an identifier. The processing involves performing a media enhancement function, where a parameter affecting the utilization or performance aspects of the media enhancement function are dependent upon the identifier. A “media enhancement server” (MES) is included, whereby the audio of a telephone call, video call, multimedia program or other stream to be heard by a specific listener is processed using a personalized audio enhancement parameter to enhance the audio signal such that the listener will enjoy a benefit, such as better comprehension of the information, reduced listening effort, and more listening comfort during the call. The personalized parameters are stored and retrieved based upon the identifier, and used within the MES. The audio portion of the call or stream could be speech, music, or a combination.
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