STRAPPED ELECTRONIC DEVICE HOLDER
A strapped electronic device holder to securely attach an electronic device to a user's hand comprising a clip fastened horizontally around the electronic device, where the clip includes a pair of grips one at each end, where the clips hug each side of the electronic device; a strap wrapped around the user's hand, where the strap includes a slit; a fastener on a backside of the clip, where the fastener includes a dial to rotate the fastener about the clip; and a lock on the dial, where the lock inserts into the slit on the strap and rotates to secure the clip against the strap.
1. Field of the Invention
The present invention relates to a smartphone holder that straps to a user's hand, enabling use and rotation of the device which being securely fastened to the palm.
2. Description of Related Art
Handheld electronic devices are popular work, entertainment and design tools, enjoyed by many because of their simplicity of use and wide user appeal. Young and old are able to use the devices like smartphones, computer tablets, digital music players and the like because they are strategically designed to be intuitive and user friendly allowing almost anyone to use them. Smartphones are especially convenient in combining the utility of a telephone with the powerful processing of a computer, image capture and resolution of a camera, and quality sound output of a music player.
While these tools are fun and helpful, they can often be difficult to hold. Many people find that typing on the go and even picture taking is difficult, because of the narrow body and smooth exterior surface. A tight secure grip is needed to prevent dropping the delicate device. The sleek design and exterior surface of the smartphone typically requires that a case to allow for a better grip more secure. Most of the time, the case interferes with the sleekness of the device thereby defeating the purpose of a small compact design. Therefore it would be beneficial in the art to provide a smartphone holder that is secure yet non-bulky. It would also be desirable in the art to provide a smartphone holder that enables regular use, while still maintaining a secure grasp on the smartphone to prevent dropping during use.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTIONIn view of the foregoing disadvantages inherent in the prior art, the general purpose of the present invention is to provide a strapped electronic device holder to securely attach an electronic device to a user's hand, configured to include all of the advantages of the prior art, and to overcome the drawbacks inherent therein.
Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to provide an electronic device holder that includes a clip fastened around the back of the electronic device. The clip is attached to an adjustable strap that fits snugly around a user's hand.
Another object of the present invention is to provide a strapped electronic device holder that rotates the electronic device about the strap for convenient use in any direction.
To achieve the above objects, in an aspect of the present invention, a strapped electronic device holder is described comprising a clip fastened horizontally around an electronic device, where the clip includes a pair of grips one at each end, where the clips hug each side of the electronic device; a strap wrapped around a user's hand, where the strap includes a slit; a fastener on a backside of the clip, where the fastener includes a dial to rotate the fastener about the clip; and a lock on the dial, where the lock inserts into the slit on the strap and rotates to secure the clip against the strap.
These together with other aspects of the present invention, along with the various features of novelty that characterize the present invention, are pointed out with particularity in the claims annexed hereto and form a part of this present invention. For a better understanding of the present invention, its operating advantages, and the specific objects attained by its uses, reference should be made to the accompanying drawings and descriptive matter in which there are illustrated exemplary embodiments of the present invention.
The advantages and features of the present invention will become better understood with reference to the following detailed description and claims taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein like elements are identified with like symbols, and in which:
Like reference numerals refer to like parts throughout the description of several views of the drawings.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGSThe present invention relates to a smartphone holder that straps to a user's hand, enabling use and rotation of the device which being securely fastened to the palm. The present invention provides a strapped electronic device holder to prevent smartphones from falling during use. The strapped electronic device holder consists of a clip with two grips that wrap on each side of the smartphone. The clip attaches to a strap that is then wrapped around a user's hand. The strap is adjustable to provide a tight yet comfortable fit for the user. With the strapped electronic device holder the user is afforded a convenient, flexible, and comfortable device that prevents slipping and dropping of their smartphone during operation.
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On a central portion of the clip 102 is a fastener 106. The fastener 106 includes a dial 108 with a lock 110. The dial 108 enables the clip 102 and therefore the electronic device 102 to turn and rotate. As will be explained in detail in reference to
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The foregoing descriptions of specific embodiments of the present invention have been presented for purposes of illustration and description. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise forms disclosed, and obviously many modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teaching. The exemplary embodiment was chosen and described in order to best explain the principles of the invention and its practical application, to thereby enable others skilled in the art to best utilize the invention and various embodiments with various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated.
Claims
1. A strapped electronic device holder to securely attach an electronic device to a user's hand comprising:
- a. a clip fastened horizontally around the electronic device, where the clip includes a pair of grips one at each end, where the clips hug each side of the electronic device;
- b. a strap wrapped around the user's hand, where the strap includes a slit;
- c. a fastener on a backside of the clip, where the fastener includes a dial to rotate the fastener about the clip; and
- d. a lock on the dial, where the lock inserts into the slit on the strap and rotates to secure the clip against the strap.
2. The strapped electronic device holder according to claim 1, where the strap includes an adjustor, where the adjustor shortens and lengthens the strap to fit around the user's palm.
3. The strapped electronic device holder according to claim 1, where the strap includes a fastening means to adjustably secure the strap around the user's hand.
4. The strapped electronic device holder according to claim 3, where the fastening means is one of at least a hook and loop fastener, a snap, a clip, or a hook.
5. The strapped electronic device holder according to claim 1, where the clip and the pair of grips include a rubber layer for additional friction around the electronic device.
6. The strapped electronic device holder according to claim 1, where the strap is made from one of at least elastic, rubber, leather, neoprene, or vinyl.
7. The strapped electronic device holder according to claim 1, where the slit is reinforced to prevent damage when the lock is inserted.
8. The strapped electronic device holder according to claim 1, where the electronic device is one of at least a smartphone, a computer tablet or a music player.
Type: Application
Filed: May 21, 2014
Publication Date: Nov 26, 2015
Inventor: Curtis Perry (Baton Rouge, LA)
Application Number: 14/283,560