Method and apparatus for providing access of network based radio frequency identification information

摘要

A method and apparatus for enabling consumers to scan RFID tags using home based endpoint devices that can transmit the scanned information to network based services are disclosed. Using the RFID scanned information, consumers can then access, retrieve and view additional information regarding products, in which RFIDs are embedded, on video display devices, such as televisions or video display monitors. This product related information can include interactive technical support, companion product information, or instructional guidelines.

主权项

1. A method for providing information in a communication network, comprising:
receiving, by a processor of an application server deployed in the communication network, a radio frequency identification and a request for information associated with the radio frequency identification from a device of a subscriber via an application session, wherein the device of the subscriber comprises a home based video display device, wherein the application session is established between the application server and the device of the subscriber by a session controller deployed in the communication network; performing, by the processor, a search to retrieve the information associated with the radio frequency identification, wherein the search is in response to the request from the device of the subscriber; and forwarding, by the processor via the application session, the information associated with the radio frequency identification to the device of the subscriber for display on the home based video display device, wherein the subscriber has a subscription to a telephony communications service with the communication network.