Implementation of media content alteration

• US 20080028422A1
• Filed: 07/10/2007
• Published: 01/31/2008
• Est. Priority Date: 07/01/2005
• Status: Abandoned Application

• Current Assignee: Searete LLC (Intellectual Ventures LLC)
• Original Assignee: Searete LLC (Intellectual Ventures LLC)
• Inventors: Jung, Edward, Cohen, Alexander, Malamud, Mark, Tegreene, Clarence, Lord, Robert, Levien, Royce, Rinaldo, John, Mangione-Smith, William
• Application Number:
  US11/827,440
• Publication Number:
  US 20080028422A1
• Time in Patent Office: Days
• US Class Current: 725/32
• CPC Class Codes: G06F 21/1063 Personalisation
• CPC Class Codes: G11B 27/034 on discs G11B27/036, G11B27/038 take precedence
• CPC Class Codes: G11B 27/036 Insert-editing
• CPC Class Codes: G11B 27/28 by using information signals recorded by the same method as the main recording G11B27/22 takes precedence
• CPC Class Codes: G11B 27/34 Indicating arrangements indicating means incorporated in magazine or cassette G11B23/046 and G11B23/0875; indicating measured values in general G01D

Abstract

A classification method and system for possible content alteration of a media work may include criteria regarding content that is feasible for alteration. Such criteria may be maintained in records that are accessible to an interested party. Some embodiments may include a record of primary authorization rights applicable to a possible content alteration. A further embodiment feature may include a record of secondary authorization rights applicable to substitute altered content incorporated in a derivative version. Various techniques may be used to incorporate substitute altered content in a derivative version of the media work in accordance with applicable substitution guidelines.

Claims

1. An implementation method for content alteration in a media work, comprising:

identifying an existing composite media work having one or more component elements feasible for alteration;

further identifying specified substitute altered content having a substitute designated aspect associated with a real-world entity or real-world person;

obtaining the specified substitute altered content for possible incorporation in the one or more component elements of an additional derivative version of the existing composite media work, wherein the specified substitute altered content is deemed to be in compliance with applicable modification guidelines regarding the existing composite media work; and

implementing incorporation of the specified substitute altered content in the additional derivative version.

2. The method of claim 1 further comprising:

concurring with a determination that the specified substitute altered content is in compliance with applicable modification guidelines that include alteration criteria or primary authorization rights regarding one or more of the following type of alteration of the one or more component elements in the existing composite media work;

addition, deletion, modification, and replacement.

3. The method of claim 2 further comprising:

utilizing one or more of the following type of approval techniques to make a determination that the specified substitute altered content is in compliance with the applicable modification guidelines for the existing composite media work;

programmed, pre-authorization, delegated agent, derivative version review, substitute content review, alteration review, summary characterization, substitute content rating, and aggregate content rating.

4. The method of claim 1 further comprising:

concurring with a determination that the substitute designated aspect associated with the real-world entity or real-world person is in compliance with one or more of the following type of pre-approved alteration parameters for the existing composite media work;

substitute component element, substitute designated aspect, substitution process, alternate media format, and alternate distribution channel.

5. The method of claim 1 further comprising:

concurring with a determination that the substitute designated aspect associated with the real-world entity or real-world person is in compliance with alteration limitations that include forbidding or restricting alteration of one or more of following type of component elements of the existing composite media work;

plot, story, animation, text, narration, dialog, color, actor, character, clothing, product, sound, music, musical lyrics, product, object, item, title, distributor, creative credit, production credit, funding credit, and sponsorship.

6. The method of claim 1 further comprising:

concurring with a determination that the substitute designated aspect associated with the real-world entity or real-world person is in compliance with alteration limitations forbidding or restricting a substitute component element that includes one or more of following;

profanity, violence, murder, death, disfigurement, sexual behavior, nudity, ethnic slur, criminal activity, drug usage, illegal symbol, proprietary material, discriminatory depiction, defamation, slander, disparagement, dissenting material, specified behavior, specified object, specified item, specified depiction, and specified symbol.

7. The method of claim 1 further comprising:

making a determination that the specified substitute altered content is in compliance with one or more of the following types of applicable modification guidelines;

automatic, contingent, negotiable, tentative, recommended, required, and compensation.

9. The method of claim 1 further comprising:

utilizing one or more of the following type of approval techniques to make a determination that the specified substitute altered content is in compliance with the applicable modification guidelines for the existing composite media work;

programmed, pre-authorization, delegated agent, derivative version review, substitute content review, alteration review, summary characterization, substitute content rating, and aggregate content rating.

12. The method of claim 1 wherein said implementing incorporation of the specified substitute altered content includes:

implementing incorporation of the specified substitute altered content based on a determination that the one or more component elements were previously associated with a stated real-world entity or stated real-world person having one or more of the following characteristics;

lost, dissolved, bankrupt, insolvent, defunct, non-operative, disqualified, in default of obligation, status change, defective right, relinquished right, faulty claim, non-renewal of prerogative, and expired authorization.

13. The method of claim 1 wherein said implementing incorporation of the specified substitute altered content includes:

implementing incorporation of the specified substitute altered content based on a determination that the one or more component elements were previously associated with a stated real-world person who has died or retired or otherwise changed status.

14. The method of claim 1 wherein said implementing incorporation of the specified substitute altered content includes:

implementing incorporation of the specified substitute altered content in response to a relevant communication received from a stated real-world entity or from a stated real-world person that were previously associated with the one or more component elements of the existing composite media work.

15. The method of claim 1 wherein said obtaining specified substitute altered content includes:

obtaining specified substitute altered content for incorporation in one or more of the following type of additional derivative versions;

original, derived, archived, stored, master, edited, combined, mixed, merged, integrated, dubbed, captioned, subtitled, expurgated, uncut, preview, pre-release, final, special edition, animated, freeze frame, sequential still, translated, targeted, restricted access, promotional, sponsored, subsidized, contracted release, and specified purpose.

16. The method of claim 1 wherein said obtaining specified substitute altered content includes:

obtaining specified substitute altered content for incorporation in an additional derivative version having one or more of the following type of media formats;

analog, digital, VHS, CD, VCD, SVCD, DVD, HD, HD DVD, Blu-ray, MPEG, MP3, reformatted, upgraded, downgraded, future format standard, video snippet, digitized vignette, data compression, and data decompression.

17. The method of claim 1 wherein said obtaining specified substitute altered content includes:

obtaining specified substitute altered content for incorporation in an additional derivative version targeted for one or more of the following type of distribution arrangements;

fund-raising, non-profit, theater, airplane viewing, commercial television, public television, pay-per-view, rental, lease, sale, domestic distribution, foreign distribution, exclusive distribution, non-exclusive distribution, foreign language, infomercial, live, real-time, delayed, and on-demand.

18. The method of claim 1 wherein said obtaining specified substitute altered content includes:

obtaining specified substitute altered content for incorporation in an additional derivative version to be distributed via one or more of the following type of distribution channels;

Internet, network, cable, satellite, wireless, broadcast, narrowcast, download, upload, shared, concurrent, streaming audio, streaming video, packet switching, and storage media delivery.

19. The method of claim 1 wherein said obtaining specified substitute altered content includes:

obtaining specified substitute altered content for incorporation in an additional derivative version targeted for one or more of the following;

geographic area, demographic category, ethnic group, restricted audience, specified devices, group membership, subscriber, distribution channel, distribution time period, and media provider.

21. The method of claim 1 wherein said obtaining specified substitute altered content includes:

obtaining specified substitute altered content having one or more of the following type of substitute designated aspects associated with the real-world entity or real-world person;

brand, trademark, service mark, copyrighted work, name, company name, identity, symbol, commercial symbol, icon, logotype, trade logo, trade dress, packaging, label, emblem, insignia, acronym, abbreviation, certification, MPAA rating, ESRB rating, proprietary rating, government rating, slogan, jingle, animation, animated character, copyrighted item, and personage.

22. The method of claim 1 wherein said obtaining specified substitute altered content includes:

obtaining specified substitute altered content having one or more of the following type of substitute designated aspects associated with the real-world entity or real-world person;

livery, color scheme, dress, fabric, jewelry, pattern, design, sculpture, artistic work, musical work, composition, publication, document, event, exhibit, performance, person, animal, mascot, character, obscured attribute, highlighted attribute, and avatar.

23. The method of claim 1 wherein said obtaining specified substitute altered content includes:

obtaining specified substitute altered content having one or more of the following type of substitute designated aspects associated with the real-world entity or real-world person;

product, service, invention, accessory, vehicle, place, address, location, store, building, school, university, hospital, church, club, group, organization, and business.

25. The method of claim 1 wherein said obtaining specified substitute altered content for possible incorporation in a derivative version includes:

obtaining specified substitute altered content having one or more of the following type of substitute designated aspects associated with the real-world entity or real-world person;

name, face, personal characteristics, identity, residence, title, achievement, occupation, career, role, activity, hobby, rank, medal, badge, award, identification features, biometric attribute, photographic image, voice recording, accent, dialect, recognizable personality trait, gesture, demeanor, mannerism, appearance, clothing, hairstyle, tattoo, accessory, jewelry, piercing, avatar, setting, item possession, and property ownership.

26. The method of claim 1 wherein said identifying an existing composite media work having one or more component elements feasible for alteration includes:

identifying an existing composite work having one or more of the following specified portions feasible for alteration;

frame, scene, setting, building, house, office, store, room, vehicle, car, boat, train, plane, street, town, and country.

27. The method of claim 1 wherein said identifying an existing composite media work having one or more component elements feasible for alteration includes

identifying an existing composite work having one or more of the following specified portions feasible for alteration:

landscape, vegetation, packaging, labeling, arrangement, item display, items depicted, signage, informational sign, directional sign, seasonal setting, temporal setting, light intensity, directional lighting, shadow, character statement, compass orientation, foreground, and background.

28. The method of claim 1 wherein said obtaining specified substitute altered content includes:

obtaining one or more of the following type of specified substitute altered content;

related set of substitute designated aspects, related set of substitute component elements, identical objects, same object in different scenes, and same object in different settings.

29. The method of claim 1 wherein said obtaining specified substitute altered content includes:

obtaining one or more of the following type of specified substitute altered content;

textual, verbal, audio, musical, visual, image, live action, reenactment, simulation, and animation.

30. The method of claim 1 wherein said obtaining specified substitute altered content includes:

obtaining specified substitute altered content for one or more of the following type of component elements feasible for alteration;

music, setting, hero, heroine, villain, clothing, vehicle, company, animal, food, product, brand, and dialogue.

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31. An implementation system for content alteration of a media work, comprising:

a data record that identifies an existing composite media work having one or more component elements feasible for alteration;

a capture module capable of obtaining substitute altered content that includes a substitute designated aspect associated with a real-world entity or real-world person wherein the substitute altered content has been approved or authorized for alteration of existing content in the one or more component elements of the existing composite media work; and

computerized apparatus operably coupled to the data record and to the capture module and to an editor module, wherein the editor module is configured to incorporate the substitute altered content in an additional derivative version of the composite media work in compliance with applicable alteration criteria or authorization rights regarding the existing composite media work.

32. The system of claim 31 further comprising:

an editor module configured to incorporate in the additional derivative version one or more of the following categories of substitute altered content;

related set of substitute designated aspects, related set of substitute component elements, identical objects, same object in different scenes, and same object in different settings.

33. The system of claim 31 wherein said computerized apparatus includes:

an editor module configured to incorporated substitute altered content in the additional derivative version targeted for one or more of the following;

geographic area, demographic category, ethnic group, restricted audience, specified devices, group membership, subscriber, distribution channel, distribution time period, and media provider.

34. The system of claim 31 wherein said computerized apparatus includes:

an editor module configured to incorporated substitute altered content in the additional derivative version targeted for one or more of the following distribution channels;

Internet, network, cable, satellite, wireless, broadcast, narrowcast, download, upload, shared, concurrent, streaming audio, streaming video, packet switching, and storage media delivery.

35. The system of claim 31 wherein said capture module includes:

a capture module capable of obtaining one or more of the following type of substitute altered content;

textual, verbal, visual, image, audio, musical, live action, reenactment, simulation, and animation.

36. The system of claim 31 wherein said data record includes:

a listing of one or more substitute designated aspects of the substitute altered content.

37. The system of claim 36 wherein said capture module includes:

a capture module capable of obtaining substitute altered content having one or more of the following type of substitute designated aspects associated with a real-world entity or real-world person;

brand, trademark, service mark, copyrighted work, name, company name, identity, symbol, commercial symbol, icon, logotype, trade logo, trade dress, packaging, label, emblem, insignia, acronym, abbreviation, certification, MPAA rating, ESRB rating, proprietary rating, government rating, slogan, jingle, animation, animated character, copyrighted item, and personage.

38. The system of claim 36 wherein said capture module includes:

a capture module capable of obtaining substitute altered content having one or more of the following type of substitute designated aspects associated with a real-world entity or real-world person;

livery, color scheme, dress, fabric, jewelry, pattern, design, sculpture, artistic work, musical work, composition, publication, document, event, exhibit, performance, person, animal, mascot, character, obscured attribute, highlighted attribute, and avatar.

39. The system of claim 36 wherein said capture module includes:

a capture module capable of obtaining substitute altered content having one or more of the following type of substitute designated aspects associated with a real-world entity or real-world person;

name, face, personal characteristics, identity, residence, title, achievement, occupation, career, role, activity, hobby, rank, medal, badge, award, identification features, biometric attribute, photographic image, voice recording, accent, dialect, recognizable personality trait, gesture, demeanor, mannerism, appearance, clothing, hairstyle, tattoo, accessory, jewelry, piercing, avatar, setting, item possession, and property ownership.

40. The system of claim 31 wherein the computerized apparatus includes:

a management module operably coupled to the computer apparatus and configured to coordinate compliance with applicable alteration criteria or authorization rights regarding the composite media work.

43. The system of claim 31 wherein the data record further includes:

applicable alteration criteria or authorization rights regarding a media format limitation or distribution channel limitation for the additional derivative version that incorporates the substitute altered content.

47. The system of claim 31 wherein the data record further includes:

informational data that identifies an entity or person associated with substituted content incorporated in the additional derivative version of the composite media work.

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49. A computer program product comprising one or more computer programs including instructions encoded on signal-bearing media to execute the following process:

identifying an existing composite media work having one or more component elements feasible for alteration, wherein at least one component element includes a designated aspect associated with a real-world entity or real-world person;

obtaining access to substitute altered content suitable for an addition or deletion or modification or replacement of existing content in the at least one component element of the existing composite media work;

confirming that the substitute altered content is deemed to be in compliance with applicable alteration criteria and/or with certain primary authorization rights regarding the existing composite media work; and

implementing incorporation of the substitute altered content in an additional derivative version of the existing composite media work.

50. The computer program product of claim 49 further comprising:

signal-bearing storage media or signal-bearing communication media for encoding the instructions to execute the process.

52. The computer program product of claim 49, wherein said process feature implementing incorporation of the substitute altered content in an additional derivative version includes:

implementing incorporation of the substitute altered content in an additional derivative version targeted for one or more of the following;

geographic area, demographic category, ethnic group, restricted audience, specified devices, group membership, subscriber, distribution channel, distribution time period, and media provider.

53. The computer program product of claim 49, wherein said process feature confirming that the substitute altered content is deemed to be in compliance includes:

confirming compliance regarding one or more of the following type of limitations for the additional derivative version incorporating the substitute altered content;

distribution, media format, pre-approved alteration parameter, objectionable alteration, restricted alteration, and forbidden alteration.

54. The computer program product of claim 49, wherein said process feature implementing incorporation of the substitute altered content in an additional derivative version includes:

implementing incorporation of one or more of the following type of substitute altered content in the additional derivative version;

related set of designated aspects, related set of designated components, identical objects, same object in different scenes, and same object in different settings.

55. The computer program product of claim 49, wherein said process feature implementing incorporation of the substitute altered content in an additional derivative version includes:

implementing incorporation of one or more of the following type of substitute altered content in the additional derivative version;

textual, verbal, visual, image, audio, musical, live action, reenactment, simulation, and animation.

56. The computer program product of claim 49, wherein said process feature implementing incorporation of the substitute altered content in an additional derivative version includes:

implementing incorporation of one or more of the following type of substitute altered content in the additional derivative version;

brand, trademark, service mark, copyrighted work, name, company name, identity, symbol, commercial symbol, icon, logotype, trade logo, trade dress, packaging, label, emblem, insignia, acronym, abbreviation, certification, MPAA rating, ESRB rating, proprietary rating, government rating, slogan, jingle, animation, animated character, copyrighted item, and personage.

57. The computer program product of claim 49, wherein said process feature implementing incorporation of the substitute altered content includes:

implementing incorporation of the substitute altered content in one or more of the following portions of the existing composite media work;

livery, color scheme, dress, fabric, jewelry, pattern, design, sculpture, artistic work, musical work, composition, publication, document, event, exhibit, performance, person, animal, mascot, character, obscured attribute, highlighted attribute, and avatar.

58. The computer program product of claim 49, wherein said process feature implementing incorporation of the substitute altered content includes:

implementing incorporation of the substitute altered content in one or more of the following portions of the existing composite media work;

product, service, invention, accessory, vehicle, place, address, location, store, building, school, university, hospital, church, club, group, organization, and business.

59. The computer program product of claim 49, wherein said process feature implementing incorporation of the substitute altered content in an additional derivative version includes:

implementing incorporation of one or more of the following type of substitute altered content in the additional derivative version;

name, face, personal characteristics, identity, residence, title, achievement, occupation, career, role, activity, hobby, rank, medal, badge, award, identification features, biometric attribute, photographic image, voice recording, accent, dialect, recognizable personality trait, gesture, demeanor, mannerism, appearance, clothing, hairstyle, tattoo, accessory, jewelry, piercing, avatar, setting, item possession, and property ownership.

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64. An alteration method for incorporating substitute content in media works, comprising:

identifying specified substitute altered content having a substitute designated aspect associated with a real-world entity or real-world person;

making a determination that the specified substitute altered content is deemed to be in compliance with applicable modification guidelines regarding one or more alterable component elements of an existing composite media work; and

editing the existing composite media work by incorporating the specified substitute altered content in an additional derivative version of the existing composite media work.

65. The method of claim 64 further comprising:

obtaining specified substitute altered content that includes previously captured substitute content that is deemed to be in compliance with the applicable modification guidelines.

66. The method of claim 65 wherein said obtaining previously captured substitute content includes:

obtaining one or more of the following types of previously captured substitute content;

textual, visual, image, audio, musical, live action, reenactment, simulation, and animation.

67. The method of claim 64 further comprising:

obtaining specified substitute altered content that includes newly captured substitute content that is deemed to be in compliance with the applicable modification guidelines.

68. The method of claim 67 wherein said obtaining newly captured substitute content includes:

obtaining one or more of the following types of newly captured substitute content;

textual, visual, image, audio, musical, live action, reenactment, simulation, and animation.

69. The method of claim 64 further comprising:

identifying the existing composite media work having the one or more alterable component elements feasible for alteration.

70. The method of claim 64 further comprising:

creating a newly captured composite media work having the one or more alterable component elements.

71. The method of claim 64 further comprising:

making a determination that the specified substitute altered content for incorporation in the additional derivative version is in compliance with one or more of the following types of applicable modification guidelines;

automatic, contingent, negotiable, tentative, recommended, required, and compensation.