Abstract: The present invention relates to a communication headset comprising an earpiece housing and a boom having at least two independent pivot points. The boom of the present invention includes a first end, a second end and a universal joint disposed between the first and second ends. The first end of the boom is pivotally attached to a portion of the earpiece housing such that the boom is rotatably adjustable in a plane parallel to a user's ear allowing a user to adjust the microphone disposed at the second end of the boom in a position relative to the user's mouth. The universal joint disposed between the first and second ends of the boom provides the user with a second pivot point such that the user can adjust the second end of the boom to at least one of a plurality of positions independent of the first end of the boom attached to the earpiece housing.

Abstract: A manually-operated device for supplying electrical power to an external electrical device such as a mobile telephone, flashlight, etc. The device includes an electrical generator enclosed within a housing dimensioned for hand-carrying by a user and having a drive member for manually driving the electrical generator to generate an electrical voltage, and a reel having a retractable extension cord wound thereon. One end of the retractable extension cord is connected to the output of the electrical generator, and the opposite end carries an electrical connector for connection to an external electrical device for supplying power thereto when the electrical generator is manually driven by the drive member. The housing further carries a light source selectively energizable by an electrical switch to enable the device also to serve as a flashlight, and a ring which is openable and closable to facilitate carrying the device and its use as a key ring.

Abstract: An inflatable cup holder secures a variety of beverage container sizes and shapes. The cup holder includes a shell having an inner wall defining an internal bore, the inner wall having an aperture therein. An inflatable bladder adjacent to the aperture extends through the aperture and reduces the bore volume upon pressurization. An inflation device for pressurizing the bladder is located within the shell. A manual or air compressor inflation device operation are contemplated. A pressure release valve in full communication with the bladder prevents bladder inflation above a pre-selected threshold and also is activated to release a beverage container from the inventive cup holder.

Abstract: An inflatable cup holder secures a variety of beverage container sizes and shapes. The cup holder includes a shell having an inner wall defining an internal bore, the inner wall having an aperture therein. An inflatable bladder adjacent to the aperture extends through the aperture and reduces the bore volume upon pressurization. An inflation device for pressurizing the bladder is located within the shell. A manual or air compressor inflation device operation are contemplated. A pressure release valve in full communication with the bladder prevents bladder inflation above a pre-selected threshold and also is activated to release a beverage container from the inventive cup holder.

Abstract: A vehicle cigarette lighter connector having a barrel, a body pivotably secured to the barrel and a cable extending from the body. The barrel is preferably insertable into a vehicle cigarette lighter socket and has an end having indentations that are engagable by a detent pin on the body. The engagement of the detent pin in the indentations fixes the body in a predetermined orientation relative to the barrel. The body also includes a female connector into which can be inserted an additional male connector (such as another connector). A cable is secured at one end to the body. An adapter for an electrical device is preferably secured to the opposite end of the cable.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a communication headset comprising an earpiece housing and a boom having at least two independent pivot points. The boom of the present invention includes a first end, a second end and a universal joint disposed between the first and second ends. The first end of the boom is pivotally attached to a portion of the earpiece housing such that the boom is rotatably adjustable in a plane parallel to a user's ear allowing a user to adjust the microphone disposed at the second end of the boom in a position relative to the user's mouth. The universal joint disposed between the first and second ends of the boom provides the user with a second pivot point such that the user can adjust the second end of the boom to at least one of a plurality of positions independent of the first end of the boom attached to the earpiece housing.

Abstract: A portable electronic device charger has circuitry to protect a vehicle power source from excessive drain associated with portable electronic device charging. An air purification system is provided to lessen electrostatic particulate accumulation on the charger and portable electronic device during charging. A flexible portion within the charger is optionally provided to accommodate various vehicle geometries in the region about a cigarette lighter power source.

Abstract: A hitch receiver cover system is used with a hitch receiver of the type having a receiving opening. The cover system includes a decorative cover and a mount with a tube portion for insertion into the receiving opening in the hitch receiver. The tube portion has a cross section smaller than the receiving opening. The mount also has an attaching portion interconnected with the tube portion. At least one connector is provided for selectively interconnecting the cover with the attaching portion.

Abstract: A vehicle cigarette lighter connector having a barrel, a body pivotably secured to the barrel and a cable extending from the body. The barrel is preferably insertable into a vehicle cigarette lighter socket and has an end having indentations that are engagable by a detent pin on the body. The engagement of the detent pin in the indentations fixes the body in a predetermined orientation relative to the barrel. The body also includes a female connector into which can be inserted an additional male connector (such as another connector). A cable is secured at one end to the body. An adapter for an electrical device is preferably secured to the opposite end of the cable.

Abstract: A keypad protector includes a battery compartment cover adapted to secure over the battery compartment of a portable electronic device having a keypad and a flap attached to the cover that pivots to protect the keypad. The keypad protector is readily replaced upon damage without resort to electronic device manufacturer service.

Abstract: An air freshener includes a frame having a clip, the clip for attachment to a vehicle air duct louver and a deflector extending external to the louver into the passenger compartment. The deflector fluttering under operation of a vehicle climate control system to further promote aroma dispersion. The deflector being swivel mounted to the clip.

Abstract: An inflatable cup holder secures a variety of beverage container sizes and shapes. The cup holder includes a shell having an inner wall defining an internal bore, the inner wall having an aperture therein. An inflatable bladder adjacent to the aperture extends through the aperture and reduces the bore volume upon pressurization. An inflation device for pressurizing the bladder is located within the shell. A manual or air compressor inflation device operation are contemplated. A pressure release valve in full communication with the bladder prevents bladder inflation above a pre-selected threshold and also is activated to release a beverage container from the inventive cup holder.

Abstract: A cradle for use in a motor vehicle for gripping and releasing a portable cellular phone or beverage container is shown.

Abstract: A cradle for use in a motor vehicle for gripping and releasing a portable cellular phone is shown. A motor moves clamping members toward and away from each other so that no manual adjustment is necessary.

Abstract: An electrical power supply connector is disclosed for use with a vehicle having an electrical distribution system including a cigarette lighter receptacle, the power supply connector comprising an opaque elongated body with a longitudinal axis extending the length of the body and an exterior surface having a perimeter encircling the longitudinal axis. Terminals are positioned near the first end of the body and are adapted to be inserted into the receptacle to make electrical connection with the electrical distribution system. An electrical light source is supported within the connector. Circuitry within the connector is adapted to electrically connect the light source to the electrical distribution system to energize the light source when the first end of the connector is inserted into the receptacle. A lens encircling on the surface of the body extending directs light from the light source exteriorly of the body.