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System and method for presenting during a programming event an invitation to follow content on a social media site

US9185454B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 14, 2009
Grant dateNov 10, 2015
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Expiry dateFeb 4, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04N21/8173
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A system and method for linking the account of a subscriber of a multi-channel video programming distributor (MVPD) network to an account of the subscriber on a social networking site and to receive invitations to follow a page or join a group hosted on a social networking site that is relevant to the video content being displayed on the subscriber's television.

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