Sonos had seven patents in mobile during Q2 2024. Sonos Inc’s patents filed in Q2 2024 include methods for seamless zone grouping in a media playback system, utilizing social networking services for registration of streaming media services, enabling guest access to control a host’s media playback system, position-based playback of multichannel audio, and utilizing communication routes based on operation modes within a networked media system. GlobalData’s report on Sonos gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Sonos had no grants in mobile as a theme in Q2 2024.
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Application: Zone grouping (Patent ID: US20240192915A1)
The patent filed by Sonos Inc. describes a method and system for controlling media playback in a multi-zone system. The method involves displaying a graphical user interface on a control device indicating a first zone of the media playback system, detecting user input to synchronize the first zone with a second zone, and playing back media content in synchrony. The system allows for seamless control and playback management between different zones within the media playback system.
The patent claims detail the functionalities of a computing device configured to play back media content, determine available playback devices, display indications on a user interface, detect user input for device selection, and initiate playback. The claims also cover features such as ungrouping devices, communication protocols, proximity detection, playback interaction information, playback history, and user input commands. Overall, the patent aims to enhance the user experience in managing and controlling media playback across multiple zones within a media system, ensuring seamless synchronization and playback control based on user preferences and device interactions.
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