Method and apparatus for controlling smart objects with a collage user interface using normalized user interface descriptors

摘要

Methods, apparatus, and computer program products are provided for controlling smart objects with a collage user interface using normalized user interface descriptors. A method is provided for receiving user interface description data from a plurality of utility devices. The user interface description data includes access and control data associated with individual utility devices. The method is also associated with generating a collaged user interface based on the user interface description data and first user interface description data associating the first user interface description data with the second user interface description data. Receiving the signal and causing the collaged user interface to be displayed on the user equipment user interface.