Interactive video distribution systems – System for awarding coupon – token – or credit
Reexamination Certificate
2004-04-29
2010-11-23
Hirl, Joseph P (Department: 2426)
Interactive video distribution systems
System for awarding coupon, token, or credit
C725S032000, C725S036000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07840975
ABSTRACT:
Described are methods and apparatus for encouraging viewers to pay attention to television programs, commercials in particular, by offering viewers some incentive to watch. In one embodiment, viewers are notified that they can receive frequent-flier miles for answering one or more simple questions at the conclusion of the commercial. To verify that the viewer paid attention to the commercial, the answer to the question may be based on the content of the commercial. A sponsor might ask, for example, that the viewer identify the name of the sponsor or the color of an announcer's shirt. A correct answer indicates that the viewer watched the commercial, and that the viewer is therefore entitled to some reward. For example, viewers who watch the commercial may be entered in a prize drawing, or may receive prize points, such as frequent-flier miles. In other embodiments, viewers may verify that they watched a given program by selecting an icon or pressing a button on a remote control.
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