Patent ID: 8869227
Filing Date: 2014-10-21
Classification: H04M,H04N

Abstract:
1. A method for managing a voicemail system through a set-top box, the method comprising: receiving a call from a caller; intercepting the call utilizing a voicemail system, the voicemail system being operable to store the message, wherein the voicemail system is integrated within the set-top box, and wherein the message is stored locally at the set-top box; associating caller information with the caller, wherein associating caller information with the caller includes retrieving a profile image of the caller from a social networking site; displaying an indication that a message is available in response to the message being received; receiving a user selection to access the voicemail system utilizing the set-top box; displaying an interface for the voicemail system to a user utilizing the set-top box, the interface being displayed on a display in communication with the set-top box, wherein displaying the interface for the voicemail system includes displaying the caller information including the profile image of the caller associated with the message; and managing one or more voicemail accounts based on user input communicated to the set-top box.