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Santa Barbara, CA, United States of America

Youjin Nam

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This inventor holds 19 USPTO granted patents and 6 published patent applications, primarily in Media Playback Technology. Top assignee: Sonos, Inc.. Active years: 2018-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Youjin Nam. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/youjin-nam-pjkse0x8

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 19 

% Patents Active = 94.7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 136(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal19 out of 2,148 
 
Sonos, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2018-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Playback Transitions
Media Player Device
Audio Layering
Dedicated Controls
Sound Experiences
Light Experiences
Docking Station
Speaker Grill
Graduated Hole Sizing
Operation Modes
Device Detection
Targeted Audio
19 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12745052 - Playback transitions (2026-09-22),
2. D1096607 - Battery for a media player device (2025-10-07),
3. 12342135 - Operation modes, audio layering, and dedicated controls for targeted audio experiences (2025-06-24),
4. 12210797 - Playback transitions (2025-01-28),
5. 12143788 - Playback transitions (2024-11-12),
6. D1045820 - Media player device (2024-10-08),
7. 12063729 - Sound and light experiences (2024-08-13),
8. D1034512 - Media player device docking station (2024-07-09),
9. 11930328 - Operation modes, audio layering, and dedicated controls for targeted audio experiences (2024-03-12),
10. 11706566 - Playback transitions (2023-07-18),
11. 11356777 - Playback transitions (2022-06-07),
12. 11310575 - Speaker grill with graduated hole sizing over a transition area for a media device (2022-04-19),
13. 11188294 - Detecting the nearest playback device (2021-11-30),
14. D930612 - Media playback device (2021-09-14),
15. D924832 - Speaker grill with graduated hole sizing over a transition area for a media device (2021-07-13),

Title: Youjin Nam: Innovator in Media Playback Technology

Introduction

Youjin Nam is a prominent inventor based in Santa Barbara, CA, known for his significant contributions to media playback technology. With a total of 18 patents to his name, Nam has made a notable impact in the field, particularly through his work at Sonos, Inc.

Latest Patents

One of Youjin Nam's latest patents focuses on a battery for a media player device. This invention includes operation modes, audio layering, and dedicated controls for targeted audio experiences. The playback device is designed to adapt based on the room setting, allowing it to determine its association with different rooms in a media playback system. It operates in various modes tailored to user types and playback control options, ensuring a seamless transition between different environments and user preferences.

Career Highlights

Nam's career at Sonos, Inc. has been marked by innovation and a commitment to enhancing user experiences in media playback. His work has contributed to the development of advanced audio technologies that cater to diverse listening environments.

Collaborations

Some of Youjin Nam's coworkers include Dayn Wilberding and Kirsten Lewis, who have collaborated with him on various projects at Sonos, Inc. Their teamwork has fostered an environment of creativity and innovation.

Conclusion

Youjin Nam's contributions to media playback technology exemplify the spirit of innovation in the industry. His patents and collaborative efforts continue to shape the future of audio experiences.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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