Apparatuses, methods and storage mediums associated with evaluating previously-owned electronic devices are described. An example apparatus includes an evaluation area configured to temporarily include within it a previously owned electronic device, and one or more cameras arranged to capture images of the previously owned electronic device within the evaluation area. The example apparatus also includes a processor configured to evaluate the previously-owned electronic device using at least the one or more cameras, and, based on the evaluation, provide at least one of a repair quote, a protection plan quote, a protection plan claim, a certification, or a promise to purchase for the previously-owned electronic device.
A kiosk for accepting a portable electronic device from a client in exchange for payment includes a display, one or more cameras, a portable device receiving arrangement, a payment dispensing arrangement, and a communication connection to a remote server and/or operator. The kiosk is configured to, in conjunction with the remote server and/or operator, control an application program executing on the portable electronic device and one or more the cameras to detect characteristics of the portable electronic device. The kiosk is also configured to determine a value for the portable electronic device based upon aspects including the detected characteristics, and to display the determined value on said at least one display for approval by the client. Subsequently, based upon the determined value, the kiosk provides a payment to the client via the payment dispensing arrangement, and deposits the portable electronic device in the kiosk for subsequent collection.
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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENHANCED EVALUATION OF PRE-OWNED ELECTRONIC DEVICES AND PROVISION OF RELATED SERVICES
Enhanced evaluation of pre-owned electronic devices related services are described. Example evaluation devices (e.g. kiosks etc.) and techniques for such enhanced evaluation are described. An example evaluation device includes an evaluation area in which a previously-owned electronic device (e.g. smartphone etc.) is arranged with one of its cameras configured to capture images of the evaluation area. An example apparatus includes an evaluation area, and a previously-owned electronic device arranged with one of its cameras configured to capture images of another previously-owned electronic device within the evaluation area. Other example implementations include detecting microdefects and/or micro-differences in captured images, and thereby identifying previously-owned electronic device; evaluating a previously-owned electronic device, and based on the evaluation, providing any of a repair quote, an insurance or warranty quote, an insurance or warranty claim, a certification, or a promise to purchase; selecting a context from the plurality of contexts for an evaluation, and processing evaluation session attributes based on the selected context; and providing a point-of-sale integration component configured to intercept data from a coupon reader associated with a point-of-sale system.
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METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR EXTRACTING PRIVILEGED INFORMATION FROM A MOBILE DEVICE AND DETERMINING PROOF OF SECURE ERASURE
The technology presented herein relates to change of ownership and/or protection (e.g., for insurance, warranty, etc.) of pre-owned portable electronic devices (POD) for trade-in, recycling, evaluation, or the like. More particularly, this technology relates to the accessing of privileged information on the POD and/or secure erasure of information on the POD. Methods and systems are described for accessing of privileged information on the POD. Some methods and systems are provided to, in addition, provide improved proof of secure erasure of the POD.
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5.
Low-cost computerized kiosks for remote collection of electronic devices for value
An example kiosk for accepting a portable electronic device (PED) associated method and systems are described. The kiosk includes an upper container to evaluate the PED, a lower container to store the PED, a network interface to connect to a portable interaction control device, and a computer. The upper container includes at least one camera, and a plurality of mirrors arranged at one or more angles to enable capturing by the at least one camera, in one image, a top surface of the PED and reflected views of sides of the PED. The computer may, in response to an instruction received from a remote operator via the portable interaction control device control the at least one camera to capture the one image, and transmit, via the portable interaction control device, the captured one image to the remote operator.
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6.
PORTABLE EVALUATION DEVICE, ASSOCIATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS
A portable evaluation device for at least partially evaluating a pre-owned electronic device is described. An evaluation app executing on the portable electronic device communicates with a diagnostic app executing on the pre-owned electronic device perform the at least partial evaluation of the pre-owned electronic device. The portable evaluation device may be used with or without being associated with an evaluation kiosk.
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7.
KIOSKS FOR REMOTE COLLECTION OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES FOR VALUE, AND ASSOCIATED MOBILE APPLICATION FOR ENHANCED DIAGNOSTICS AND SERVICES
A kiosk for accepting a portable electronic device from a client in exchange for payment includes a display, one or more cameras, a portable device receiving arrangement, a payment dispensing arrangement, and a communication connection to a remote server and/or operator. The kiosk is configured to, in conjunction with the remote server and/or operator, perform one or more of associating a fundraising even with an amount payable for the accepted portable electronic device, change or defer payments in accordance with at least some attributes that are yet to be evaluated, and to perform authentication of the accepted portable electronic device.
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A handheld-device imaging and collection apparatus, associated techniques and systems are described. An example apparatus may include a first container and a second container attached to each other. The first container includes a top panel arranged to enable acquiring a clear view of an inside of the first container, and one or more mirrors arranged facing inside of the first container, such that an image captured by a camera through the top panel captures reflections, in the one or more mirrors, of an handheld-device placed inside the first container. The second container includes a collection chamber configured to store the handheld-device.
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09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
electronic diagnostic kiosk, namely, interactive computer kiosk systems comprised primarily of computers, computer hardware, computer peripherals, and computer touchscreens for use in diagnosing performance problems with smartphones and mobile phones and for assessing the condition of smartphones and mobile phones
10.
Low-cost computerized kiosks for remote collection of electronic devices for value
An example kiosk for accepting a portable electronic device from a client in exchange for payment, associated method and systems are described. The kiosk may include at least one display, an imaging chamber that includes at least one camera and one or more mirrors fixedly-arranged to capture images of a portable electronic device, at least one communication connection to a remote server and/or operator, and at least one computer. The computer may be configured to, in conjunction with the remote server and/or operator, capture one or more images of the portable electronic device in the imaging chamber while said at least one camera and said mirrors remain in unchanged positions. The computer may also transmit the captured images to the remote server and/or operator, receive an acceptance of the offered payment amount based upon an offered payment amount for the portable electronic device received from the remote server and/or operator, and provide for secure deposit of the portable device in the kiosk.
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11.
Systems and methods for enhanced evaluation of pre-owned electronic devices and provision of related services
Enhanced evaluation of pre-owned electronic devices related services are described. Example evaluation devices (e.g. kiosks etc.) and techniques for enhanced evaluation are described. An example evaluation device includes an evaluation area in which a previously-owned electronic device (e.g. smartphone etc.) is arranged with its camera configured to capture images of the evaluation area. An example apparatus includes a previously-owned electronic device arranged with its camera configured to capture images of another previously-owned electronic device within an evaluation area. Other example implementations include detecting microdefects and/or micro-differences for identifying a device; based on an evaluation of a device, providing any of a repair quote, an insurance or warranty quote, an insurance or warranty claim, a certification, or a promise to purchase; processing evaluation session attributes based on the selected context; and providing a point-of-sale integration component configured to intercept data from a coupon reader.
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12.
PORTABLE EVALUATION DEVICE, ASSOCIATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS, AND RESUMABLE EVALUATION SESSIONS
A portable evaluation device for at least partially evaluating a pre-owned electronic device is described. An evaluation app executing on the portable electronic device communicates with a diagnostic app executing on the pre-owned electronic device perform the at least partial evaluation of the pre-owned electronic device. The portable evaluation device may be used with or without being associated with an evaluation kiosk.
A portable evaluation device for at least partially evaluating a pre-owned electronic device is described. An evaluation app executing on the portable electronic device communicates with a diagnostic app executing on the pre-owned electronic device perform the at least partial evaluation of the pre-owned electronic device. The portable evaluation device may be used with or without being associated with an evaluation kiosk.
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Systems and processes for flexibly and efficiently providing for trading in or recycling previously-owned devices (POD) are described. In example process, one or more images of an electronic device are captured, the one or more images are evaluated using a database to determine a condition of the electronic device, determining an offer value for the electronic device for a first disposition option based on at least the determined condition, and presenting the offer value, projected values for one or more other disposition options for the electronic device, and a report describing the determined condition of the electronic device. Associated devices and storage mediums are also described.
A kiosk for accepting a portable electronic device from a client in exchange for payment includes a display, one or more cameras, a portable device receiving arrangement, a payment dispensing arrangement, and a communication connection to a remote server and/or operator. The kiosk is configured to, in conjunction with the remote server and/or operator, control an application program executing on the portable electronic device and one or more the cameras to detect characteristics of the portable electronic device. The kiosk is also configured to determine a value for the portable electronic device based upon aspects including the detected characteristics, and to display the determined value on said at least one display for approval by the client. Subsequently, based upon the determined value, the kiosk provides a payment to the client via the payment dispensing arrangement, and deposits the portable electronic device in the kiosk for subsequent collection.
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16.
Kiosks for remote collection of electronic devices for value, and associated mobile application for enhanced diagnostics and services
A kiosk for accepting a portable electronic device from a client in exchange for payment includes a display, one or more cameras, a portable device receiving arrangement, a payment dispensing arrangement, and a communication connection to a remote server and/or operator. The kiosk is configured to, in conjunction with the remote server and/or operator, perform one or more of associating a fundraising even with an amount payable for the accepted portable electronic device, change or defer payments in accordance with at least some attributes that are yet to be evaluated, and to perform authentication of the accepted portable electronic device.
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17.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENHANCED EVALUATION OF PRE-OWNED ELECTRONIC DEVICES AND PROVISION OF RELATED SERVICES
Enhanced evaluation of pre-owned electronic devices related services are described. Example evaluation devices (e.g. kiosks etc.) and techniques for enhanced evaluation are described. An example evaluation device includes an evaluation area in which a previously- owned electronic device (e.g. smartphone etc.) is arranged with its camera configured to capture images of the evaluation area. An example apparatus includes a previously-owned electronic device arranged with its camera configured to capture images of another previously-owned electronic device within an evaluation area. Other example implementations include detecting microdefects and/or micro-differences for identifying a device; based on an evaluation of a device, providing any of a repair quote, an insurance or warranty quote, an insurance or warranty claim, a certification, or a promise to purchase; processing evaluation session attributes based on the selected context; and providing a point-of-sale integration component configured to intercept data from a coupon reader.
A handheld-device imaging and collection apparatus, associated techniques and systems are described. An example apparatus may include a first container and a second container attached to each other. The first container includes a top panel arranged to enable acquiring a clear view of an inside of the first container, and one or more mirrors arranged facing inside of the first container, such that an image captured by a camera through the top panel captures reflections, in the one or more mirrors, of an handheld-device placed inside the first container. The second container includes a collection chamber configured to store the handheld-device.
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An example kiosk for accepting a portable electronic device from a client in exchange for payment, associated method and systems are described. The kiosk may include at least one display, an imaging chamber that includes at least one camera and one or more mirrors fixedly-arranged to capture images of a portable electronic device, at least one communication connection to a remote server and/or operator, and at least one computer. The computer may be configured to, in conjunction with the remote server and/or operator, capture one or more images of the portable electronic device in the imaging chamber while said at least one camera and said mirrors remain in unchanged positions. The computer may also transmit the captured images to the remote server and/or operator, receive an acceptance of the offered payment amount based upon an offered payment amount for the portable electronic device received from the remote server and/or operator, and provide for secure deposit of the portable device in the kiosk.
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20.
Systems and methods for remote collection of electronic devices for value
A kiosk for accepting a portable electronic device from a client in exchange for payment includes a display, one or more cameras, a portable device receiving arrangement, a payment dispensing arrangement, and a communication connection to a remote server and/or operator. The kiosk is configured to, in conjunction with the remote server and/or operator, control an application program executing on the portable electronic device and one or more the cameras to detect characteristics of the portable electronic device. The kiosk is also configured to determine a value for the portable electronic device based upon aspects including the detected characteristics, and to display the determined value on said at least one display for approval by the client. Subsequently, based upon the determined value, the kiosk provides a payment to the client via the payment dispensing arrangement, and deposits the portable electronic device in the kiosk for subsequent collection.
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21.
LOW-COST COMPUTERIZED KIOSKS FOR REMOTE COLLECTION OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES FOR VALUE
An example kiosk for accepting a portable electronic device from a client in exchange for payment, associated method and systems are described. The kiosk may include at least one display, an imaging chamber that includes at least one camera and one or more mirrors fixedly-arranged to capture images of a portable electronic device, at least one communication connection to a remote server and/or operator, and at least one computer. The computer may be configured to, in conjunction with the remote server and/or operator, capture one or more images of the portable electronic device in the imaging chamber while said at least one camera and said mirrors remain in unchanged positions. The computer may also transmit the captured images to the remote server and/or operator, receive an acceptance of the offered payment amount based upon an offered payment amount for the portable electronic device received from the remote server and/or operator, and provide for secure deposit of the portable device in the kiosk.
A handheld-device imaging and collection apparatus, associated techniques and systems are described. An example apparatus may include a first container and a second container attached to each other. The first container includes a top panel arranged to enable acquiring a clear view of an inside of the first container, and one or more mirrors arranged facing inside of the first container, such that an image captured by a camera through the top panel captures reflections, in the one or more mirrors, of an handheld- device placed inside the first container. The second container includes a collection chamber configured to store the handheld-device.
A kiosk for accepting a portable electronic device from a client in exchange for payment includes a display, one or more cameras, a portable device receiving arrangement, a payment dispensing arrangement, and a communication connection to a remote server and/or operator. The kiosk is configured to, in conjunction with the remote server and/or operator, perform one or more of associating a fundraising even with an amount payable for the accepted portable electronic device, change or defer payments in accordance with at least some attributes that are yet to be evaluated, and to perform authentication of the accepted portable electronic device.
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A kiosk for accepting a portable electronic device from a client in exchange for payment includes a display, one or more cameras, a portable device receiving arrangement, a payment dispensing arrangement, and a communication connection to a remote server and/or operator. The kiosk is configured to, in conjunction with the remote server and/or operator, control an application program executing on the portable electronic device and one or more the cameras to detect characteristics of the portable electronic device. The kiosk is also configured to determine a value for the portable electronic device based upon aspects including the detected characteristics, and to display the determined value on said at least one display for approval by the client. Subsequently, based upon the determined value, the kiosk provides a payment to the client via the payment dispensing arrangement, and deposits the portable electronic device in the kiosk for subsequent collection.
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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REMOTE COLLECTION OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES FOR VALUE
A kiosk for accepting a portable electronic device from a client in exchange for payment includes a display, one or more cameras, a portable device receiving arrangement, a payment dispensing arrangement, and a communication connection to a remote server and/or operator. The kiosk is configured to, in conjunction with the remote server and/or operator, control an application program executing on the portable electronic device and one or more the cameras to detect characteristics of the portable electronic device. The kiosk is also configured to determine a value for the portable electronic device based upon aspects including the detected characteristics, and to display the determined value on said at least one display for approval by the client. Subsequently, based upon the determined value, the kiosk provides a payment to the client via the payment dispensing arrangement, and deposits the portable electronic device in the kiosk for subsequent collection.
G07F 7/00 - Mécanismes actionnés par des objets autres que des pièces de monnaie pour déclencher ou actionner des appareils de vente, de location, de distribution de pièces de monnaie ou de papier-monnaie, ou de remboursement
A system (10) and method (200) for presenting digital media for promotion thereof provides for presentation of promotional media elements (32) associated with advertisements (52) and campaigns (48) defined by promoters to users on end-user computers (20) by presentation of the promotional media elements (32) from a media provider (18) thereon. Presentation of the promotional media elements (32) is based upon advertisement parameters (66, 78, 92, 96, 100, 106, 108, 112, 114, 116, 172, 270, 280) defined for the advertisements (52) and campaigns (48) by the promoters. The promotional media elements (32) may be submitted by the promoter to the media providers (18) and may be proposed to end-users with greater or lesser degrees of prominence (233), also based upon advertisement parameters (66, 78, 92, 96, 100, 106, 108, 112, 114, 116, 172, 270, 280). Compensation for presentation of the promotional media elements (32) for advertisements (52) and campaigns (48) is also provided.
A kiosk for accepting a portable electronic device from a client in exchange for payment includes a display, one or more cameras, a portable device receiving arrangement, a payment dispensing arrangement, and a communication connection to a remote server and/or operator. The kiosk is configured to, in conjunction with the remote server and/or operator, control an application program executing on the portable electronic device and one or more the cameras to detect characteristics of the portable electronic device. The kiosk is also configured to determine a value for the portable electronic device based upon aspects including the detected characteristics, and to display the determined value on said at least one display for approval by the client. Subsequently, based upon the determined value, the kiosk provides a payment to the client via the payment dispensing arrangement, and deposits the portable electronic device in the kiosk for subsequent collection.
G07F 7/00 - Mécanismes actionnés par des objets autres que des pièces de monnaie pour déclencher ou actionner des appareils de vente, de location, de distribution de pièces de monnaie ou de papier-monnaie, ou de remboursement
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LOW-COST COMPUTERIZED KIOSKS FOR REMOTE COLLECTION OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES FOR VALUE
An example kiosk for accepting a portable electronic device from a client in exchange for payment, associated method and systems are described. The kiosk may include at least one display, an imaging chamber that includes at least one camera and one or more mirrors fixedly-arranged to capture images of a portable electronic device, at least one communication connection to a remote server and/or operator, and at least one computer. The computer may be configured to, in conjunction with the remote server and/or operator, capture one or more images of the portable electronic device in the imaging chamber while said at least one camera and said mirrors remain in unchanged positions. The computer may also transmit the captured images to the remote server and/or operator, receive an acceptance of the offered payment amount based upon an offered payment amount for the portable electronic device received from the remote server and/or operator, and provide for secure deposit of the portable device in the kiosk.
E05G 1/06 - Coffres-forts ou chambres fortes pour objets de valeur pouvant être divisés en compartiments multiples
G03B 15/12 - Photographie avec truquage utilisant des miroirs
G06Q 20/18 - Architectures de paiement impliquant des terminaux en libre-service, des distributeurs automatiques, des bornes ou des terminaux multimédia
G07F 7/00 - Mécanismes actionnés par des objets autres que des pièces de monnaie pour déclencher ou actionner des appareils de vente, de location, de distribution de pièces de monnaie ou de papier-monnaie, ou de remboursement
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LOW-COST APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DISTRIBUTED REMOTE COLLECTION OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES FOR VALUE
A handheld-device imaging and collection apparatus, associated techniques and systems are described. An example apparatus may include a first container and a second container attached to each other. The first container includes a top panel arranged to enable acquiring a clear view of an inside of the first container, and one or more mirrors arranged facing inside of the first container, such that an image captured by a camera through the top panel captures reflections, in the one or more mirrors, of an handheld-device placed inside the first container. The second container includes a collection chamber configured to store the handheld-device.
E05G 1/06 - Coffres-forts ou chambres fortes pour objets de valeur pouvant être divisés en compartiments multiples
G03B 15/12 - Photographie avec truquage utilisant des miroirs
G06Q 20/18 - Architectures de paiement impliquant des terminaux en libre-service, des distributeurs automatiques, des bornes ou des terminaux multimédia
G07F 7/00 - Mécanismes actionnés par des objets autres que des pièces de monnaie pour déclencher ou actionner des appareils de vente, de location, de distribution de pièces de monnaie ou de papier-monnaie, ou de remboursement
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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENHANCED EVALUATION OF PRE-OWNED ELECTRONIC DEVICES AND PROVISION OF RELATED SERVICES
Enhanced evaluation of pre-owned electronic devices related services are described. Example evaluation devices (e.g. kiosks etc.) and techniques for enhanced evaluation are described. An example evaluation device includes an evaluation area in which a previously- owned electronic device (e.g. smartphone etc.) is arranged with its camera configured to capture images of the evaluation area. An example apparatus includes a previously-owned electronic device arranged with its camera configured to capture images of another previously-owned electronic device within an evaluation area. Other example implementations include detecting microdefects and/or micro-differences for identifying a device; based on an evaluation of a device, providing any of a repair quote, an insurance or warranty quote, an insurance or warranty claim, a certification, or a promise to purchase; processing evaluation session attributes based on the selected context; and providing a point-of-sale integration component configured to intercept data from a coupon reader.
A portable evaluation device for at least partially evaluating a pre-owned electronic device is described. An evaluation app executing on the portable electronic device communicates with a diagnostic app executing on the pre-owned electronic device perform the at least partial evaluation of the pre-owned electronic device. The portable evaluation device may be used with or without being associated with an evaluation kiosk.
G06Q 30/02 - MarketingEstimation ou détermination des prixCollecte de fonds
H04W 4/70 - Services pour la communication de machine à machine ou la communication de type machine
H04W 4/80 - Services utilisant la communication de courte portée, p. ex. la communication en champ proche, l'identification par radiofréquence ou la communication à faible consommation d’énergie
H04W 76/14 - Établissement de la connexion en mode direct
