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The software company filed for a patent on technology that would let content owners charge people if they skip over commercials or replay on-screen action.

Microsoft has created technology that could raise the price of a movie or TV show if a TV viewer skips past ads.

Microsoft has filed for a new patent called "control-based content pricing" that will enable content owners to charge users for skipping over ads or watching a replay.

On its face, the description of the technology doesn't sound like a great consumer proposition, to say the least.

"If a user initiates a navigation control input to advance past (e.g., skip over) an advertisement, the cost of a requested on-demand movie may be increased," Microsoft said in the application. A Microsoft representative was not immediately available for comment.

But Microsoft says just because the company filed for the patent doesn't mean we'll see a product like this anytime soon.

"Microsoft regularly applies for and receives patents as part of its business practice," Microsoft said in a statement. "Not all patents applied for or received will be incorporated into a Microsoft product."

Todd Bishop at Geekwire is reporting that the patent application was filed in November and recently surfaced. The technology builds on an existing patent that was issued to Microsoft in 2011, according to the blog.

From the application:

For example, if a user initiates a navigation control input to advance past (e.g., skip over) an advertisement, the cost of a requested on-demand movie may be increased. Similarly, if a user initiates a replay of a sporting event, the user may be charged for the replay control input and for each subsequent view control input. This provides an advertisement revenue model that reflects user viewing choices and selections during playback of requested on-demand media, and enables targeted advertising and media content delivery, while maintaining consumer privacy.

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HE may have found 20 things he disliked about the Philippines, but the country has more than 20, even 100 good things going for it.

Regional Director Rowena Montecillo of the Department of Tourism in Central Visayas (DOT-7) said this in response to the video posted by American Jimmy Sieczka titled 20 Reasons Why I Dislike The Philippines.

The video, which was shot in Cebu City, has been getting the attention of TV and the news media after gaining many Internet viewers.

Jimmy said hes been living and working in Cebu for more than three years now. The video featured landmarks like the Larsian barbecue joint and bars around Mango Avenue.

Jimmys complaints ranged from dirty sidewalks, unsanitary food, uncomfortable toilets, unfinished buildings, lazy security guards and unregulated traffic.

The video directed by American Michael Goodman was first posted in the website channelfix.com last Wednesday.

Montecillo said the DOT-7 is taking Jimmys criticism positively since the video showed what needs to be improved and changed in the province.

Montecillo said the DOT-7 welcomes any comments, including criticism and especially suggestions.

I dont think there are perfect tourist destinations and we would welcome any suggestionThis should bring us, the different agencies to sit down and really see what we can do about all of these things, she told Cebu Daily News.

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Gaelic Girls TV are on the hunt for bubbly, outgoing American girls who would like to become a 'Gaelic Girl' in Ireland this summer for their upcoming web series.

(PRWEB) March 16, 2012

Three lucky winners will be taken on a fun and exciting journey around the Emerald Isle where the girls will take part in a range of activities and adventures. Some of these escapades include trying their hand at surfing in the brisk Irish sea, ghost-hunting in a haunted castle, trekking around the Aran Islands on a bike and much more.

What does it take to be a 'Gaelic Girl'. A Gaelic Girl is energetic and vibrant who can entertain viewers by showing off the fun, festivities and lively atmosphere around Ireland. She is up for adventure and excursion and adores a challenge like no one else. Not one to take herself too seriously, she can easily charm the locals in Ireland with her own style of wit and friendly banter.

Gaelic Girls began with a series of blogs written by American girls studying in Ireland who wanted to share their experiences of life in Ireland. As their stories began to capture an audience, creator of 'Gaelic Girls' Sandy Sheerin, decided it was time to put some of these girls in front of a camera to show their viewers exactly what kind of antics they get up to when here.

Launching their search on St. Patricks Day, March 17th, 2012, Gaelic Girls TV is looking for those bright, vivacious fun-loving girls who think they have what it takes to Be A Gaelic Girl!

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