Patent ID: 8346617
Filing Date: 2013-01-01
Classification: G06Q

Abstract:
1. A processor-implemented method, comprising: detecting, by a merchandising server, a communications device initiating contact with an electronic storefront; determining, by the merchandising server, a balance of funds in a deposit account associated with the communications device and a services subscription account; reducing, by the merchandising server, the prices of selected electronic products for sale by the electronic storefront, wherein the selected electronic products bear prices higher than the balance of funds, and wherein the prices are reduced to levels one of at and below the balance of funds; transmitting, by the merchandising server, price information about the selected electronic products to the communications device, wherein the price information comprises the reduced prices of the selected electronic products; and transmitting, by the merchandising server, instructions to the communications device on the manner of presentation of the price information in the display of the communications device.