US Patent:
20120159541, Jun 21, 2012
Inventors:
Owen A. Carton - Hillsborough CA, US
Martha C. Carton - Hillsborough CA, US
Andy J. Nelson - Orangevale CA, US
International Classification:
H04N 21/00
Abstract:
Users are prompted to request more information via an on-screen message when viewing a television program, commercial, movie, or other video. If accepted by using a remote control or computer input device, the user receives related promotional or informational content to another device, such as a computer, smart-phone or tablet, or platform, such as a social network, for later consumption.