US Patent 7548875 Media delivery platform

A improved method for delivery and play back of sound and image files is provided, including the use of the files as alerts for various electronic devices or for playing on a handheld device. Algorithms are provided for the delivery, storage, and playback of sound files, including a delivery method algorithm, a parametric optimization and compression algorithm, and an error correction algorithm. The files may be selected from and downloaded to the electronic device with or without the use of a worldwide network connection.