Methods and systems for interacting with physical objects

Details Methods and systems for interacting with physical objects Methods and systems for interacting with physical objects

2008-05-23

2009-12-08

Labaze, Edwyn (Department: 2887)

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C235S487000, C235S470000

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07628320

ABSTRACT:
A user detects data from a physical object (e.g., a poster) using a handheld appliance. The appliance then contacts a remote computer based on the data obtained from the object, and can perform any of a variety of functions, such as purchasing tickets to a concert or movie, or downloading music. The data can be obtained from the object in various ways, such as by optical sensing or by electromagnetic detection.

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