Abstract: A wireless handheld device having a retractable keypad is provided according to an embodiment of the present invention. The device comprises a housing having an opening and a display coupled to the housing. A keypad is coupled to the housing open. A spring mechanism is coupled to the housing and the keypad, and extends the keypad from the housing open. The keypad and a microphone are positioned in a keypad housing having a first opening and an end for closing the device housing opening. A zigzag spring is positioned in the device housing and the keypad housing for extending the keypad responsive to pressing a button. A first member is coupled to a second member for guiding the keypad housing. The first member has a lock surface and the keypad housing has a lock surface for engaging with the first member lock surface responsive to the keypad housing being inserted into the device housing.

Abstract: A scanner constructed so that it includes a built-in stand which allows it to sit generally upright on a table when not held in the hand. The scanner can be programmed to automatically scan labels without needing to actuate the trigger, so that when it is set on the table in its "standing" position it can act as a "hands free" scanner. The scanner also includes aiming markings to make it easier for the user to intuitively aim the scanner at bar codes.

Abstract: A handheld scanner including a housing with a top head portion and a bottom handle portion with a contoured hand rest portion therebetween. A scanner trigger is located on the top of the top head portion which can be actuated either by a thumb or finger. The angular scanner structure, the trigger location, and the transparent scanning window enables the user to intuitively aim the scanner where the user's finger is aimed. The trigger centerline mark to aid in aiming the scanner at bar codes. A "V"-shaped aiming mark on top of the scanner head also aids in aiming the scanner. The angular shape of the scanner allows it to rest comfortably in the user's hand when being held, or alternately permit it to lie securely on a table without rocking when not being held yet still allow it to be easily picked up by the user.

Abstract: A scanner including an oval-shaped handle and a round dome-shaped scanner head with a transparent scanning window above the trigger area of the dome. Markings on top of the scanner to aid with aiming, and a multi-color indicator light on top of the dome.