Particular embodiments generally relate to automatically controlling an item. For example, items may include electronic devices, such as televisions, lights, etc, and/or virtual devices, such as applications, etc. In one embodiment, items may be configured using metatags. When a device is connected for...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US7953678?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US7953678 - Automatic configuration and control of devices using metadata