Abstract: Apparatus for covering a portable computer of the type provided with a touch screen as an alternative to a keyboard. A case generally includes a first part connected to a second part by an axial hinge. The axial hinge allows the first part and the second part to be configurable between an open position for receiving the portable computer and a closed position. The case includes a fabric keyboard sensitive to the manual application of pressure, and having defined key positions. The case also includes a control circuit for identifying mechanical interactions to generate output data. The fabric keyboard is connected to the case such that the fabric keyboard may be turned about an axis within the case that extends substantially parallel to the axis of the hinge. The portable computer includes an interface and executable instructions for interpreting the output data. The interface may be a mechanical interface or a radio interface.

Abstract: Apparatus for covering a portable computer of the type provided with a touch screen as an alternative to a keyboard. A rectangular fabric bag has an opening at one of the smaller ends of the rectangle for receiving the portable computer. The bag includes a fabric surface sensitive to the manual application of pressure, key positions defined on the fabric surface and a control circuit for identifying mechanical interactions to generate output data. The portable computer includes an interface and executable instructions for interpreting said output data. The interface may be a mechanical interface or a radio interface.