CONTENT ACCESS PLATFORM AND METHODS AND APPARATUS PROVIDING ACCESS TO INTERNET CONTENT FOR HETEROGENEOUS DEVICES

摘要

A content access platform and methods and apparatus are provided for improved access to internet content for users of heterogeneous devices, such as mobile telephones and PDAs. The platform provides a delivery mechanism for requested content that is adapted for the capabilities of the requestor device type, using device-type-specif?c mini pages that replace original Web pages and using templates implemented as XML configuration files for generating the mini pages. The platform also provides support for customized combinations of content to be provided in accordance with requirements specified in stored templates, such that Web site providers and others can provide a customized user experience for different users according to their preferences or device type. The mini pages are generated with reference to an analysis and categorization of the original Web page or site as well as the capabilities of requestor devices. Device-compatible directory pages are also provided, in response to directory requests including a device type identifier to ensure that an appropriate directory page is served.