Define: Software Device

How is Software Device defined in a legal contract?

• Software Device means an IP-enable, uniquely addressed personal computer, tablet or mobile device which is not identified by the [organization] as being a hardware device and is capable of playing back content from an SVOD (Subscription Video On Demand) service, using a software-based playback client exclusively. This definition also includes mobile devices which receive audio-visual programming via the public internet. Seen in 5 SEC filings
• Software Device means any device where computer software and it's associated visual images, with or without sound, can be embodied or recorded for later manipulation, operation, or communication to users and that are designed for use with the gaming machine. Seen in 4 SEC filings
• Software Device means any device on where computer software and its associated visual images, with or without sound, can be embodied or recorded for later use, manipulation, or communication to users. These devices include, but are not limited to, semiconductor devices, compact disks, ROM cartridges, magnetic disks, and tapes. Such devices are used directly or with the aid of a machine or device and are designed for use with the gaming machine. Seen in 3 SEC filings
• Software Device means any device upon which computer software and its associated visual images, with or without sound, existing now or developed later, can be embodied. Seen in 1 SEC filing

Note: The Genie AI Legal Assistant pulled this data out of the SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

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Which definition should you use?

🤔 Our AI Legal Assistant has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

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Genie Definition 1

• Software Device means a device that utilizes computer software to operate, manipulate or communicate visual images or sounds.

Relevant Contract Types

• Service Agreement
• Consultancy Agreement
• Patent Licensing Agreement

Relevant Circumstances

• Outsourcing IT services
• Acquiring or licensing new software
• Setting up a service support for software

Relevant Sectors

• Technology
• Digital Media
• Education

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Genie Definition 2

• Software Device means an IP-enabled device used for playback of digitized content through a software-based client over the internet.

Relevant Contract Types

• Content Licensing Agreement
• Distribution Agreement
• Software as a Service (SaaS) Agreement

Relevant Circumstances

• Licensing audiovisual content for digital platforms
• Providing streaming services to end users
• Outsourcing distribution of digital content

Relevant Sectors

• Entertainment
• Broadcasting
• Telecommunications

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