Attaching Means Engaged With Finger Patents (Class 224/217)
  • Patent number: 11804738
    Abstract: A communication system, comprising a pendant and a base (comprising a transmitter, a receiver, and a wireless power transmitter) and a pendant (comprising a transmitter, a receiver, and a wireless power receiver configured to wirelessly receive electrical energy from the wireless power transmitter). The transmitters, the receivers, the wireless power receiver, and the wireless power transmitter (at least) are sealed. The communication system is configured affect actions and operations in equipment based on conjectures of whether the pendant is in close proximity or medium proximity to the base by analyzing a power quantity that the wireless power receiver is receiving from the wireless power transmitter, the strength with which a signal emitted from a transmitters is received by a receiver, and/or comparing an extent to which motion detected by a motion detector in the base corresponds to motion detected by a motion detector in the pendant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2022
    Date of Patent: October 31, 2023
    Assignee: Marquardt GmbH
    Inventors: Stephen McMahon, Christopher Berry
  • Patent number: 11791857
    Abstract: A device may include a base configured to be coupled to a mobile communication device; a handle having a grip and a shaft, where the shaft is characterized by a longitudinal handle axis and the grip is coupled to the shaft at spaced-apart portions; and a bracket disposed on the base, where the bracket includes a distal anchor, a proximal anchor and a middle anchor; each of the distal anchor, proximal anchor and middle anchor having a channel that is coaxial with a longitudinal bracket axis. The channel may accommodate the shaft and allow the shaft to be slidably translated along and rotated about the longitudinal bracket axis and longitudinal handle axis within the channel between a first orientation, in which the handle and grip are rotated flush with the base; and a second orientation in which the handle and grip are fixed at an angle relative to the base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2022
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2023
    Inventor: Frank S. Ferrantello
  • Patent number: 11672737
    Abstract: A medicine cup apparatus that includes a cup having a side wall, bottom panel, open top, and an interior for holding a selected medicine. A ring is affixed to the cup that can fit around a user's finger, allowing the user to more easily hold the medicine cup and administer medicine orally. The ring is affixed to the cup bottom panel permanently or removably.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2022
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2023
    Assignee: ALLI L.L.C.
    Inventor: Adrienne Landry Lay
  • Patent number: 11368056
    Abstract: A communication system, comprising a pendant and a base (comprising a transmitter, a receiver, and a wireless power transmitter) and a pendant (comprising a transmitter, a receiver, and a wireless power receiver configured to wirelessly receive electrical energy from the wireless power transmitter). The transmitters, the receivers, the wireless power receiver, and the wireless power transmitter (at least) are sealed. The communication system is configured affect actions and operations in equipment based on conjectures of whether the pendant is in close proximity or medium proximity to the base by analyzing a power quantity that the wireless power receiver is receiving from the wireless power transmitter, the strength with which a signal emitted from a transmitters is received by a receiver, and/or comparing an extent to which motion detected by a motion detector in the base corresponds to motion detected by a motion detector in the pendant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2022
    Assignee: Marquardt GmbH
    Inventors: Stephen McMahon, Christopher Berry
  • Patent number: 11246804
    Abstract: A medicine cup apparatus that includes a cup having a side wall, bottom panel, open top, and an interior for holding a selected medicine. A ring is affixed to the cup that can fit around a user's finger, allowing the user to more easily hold the medicine cup and administer medicine orally. The ring is affixed to the cup bottom panel permanently or removably.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 15, 2022
    Inventor: Adrienne Landry Lay
  • Patent number: 10750844
    Abstract: A protective case system includes an extendable device grip and a protective case. The extendable device grip includes an attachment mechanism and has a stowed configuration and extended configuration. The protective case includes a shell and a receiver. The shell is configured for receiving and removably retaining an electronic device. The shell has at least a back wall and side walls. The outer surface of the back wall of the shell includes a recessed or concave area. The extendable device grip is removably attachable to the receiver for removably attaching the extendable device grip to the protective case. The receiver is positioned in the recessed or concave area of the back wall of the shell such that at least a portion of the extendable device grip is within the recessed area when the extendable device grip is attached to the protective case and is in the stowed configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 25, 2020
    Assignee: Otter Products, LLC
    Inventors: Joshua K. Peterson, Jamie L. Johnson, Alyson J. Beck, Dustin S. Rodriguez
  • Patent number: 10736555
    Abstract: The present invention is a wearable mood and activity monitoring system comprising a wrist worn device, further comprising an adjustable wrist band and a health monitoring assembly further comprising a faceplate with an interactive touchscreen display, a microchip processor in wired communication via a plurality of circuitry cables with a health sensor for detecting real-time physiological data of the user, an accelerometer, a tracking system for tracking a relative location of the user, an information receiver and transmitter unit, and a power source, a plate securer, and a backplate; and a remote monitoring device. The user selects a user-reported mood using the interactive touchscreen display. The health sensor generates the real-time physiological data of the user. The microchip processor is configured to evaluate the real-time physiological data with the user-reported mood to provide an overall mental health of the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2020
    Inventors: Erin Marie Carr-Jordan, Annissa D. Furr
  • Patent number: 10694835
    Abstract: A protective case system includes an extendable device grip and a protective case. The extendable device grip includes an attachment mechanism and has a stowed configuration and extended configuration. The protective case includes an inner shell having a receiver and an outer cushion layer. The inner shell is configured for receiving and removably retaining an electronic device. The extendable device grip is removably attachable to the receiver for removably attaching the extendable device grip to the inner shell. The outer cushion layer first over the inner shell and includes an aperture for accessing the device grip when the extendable device grip is attached to the inner shell.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2020
    Assignee: Otter Products, LLC
    Inventors: Joshua K. Peterson, Jamie L. Johnson, Alyson J. Beck, Dustin S. Rodriguez
  • Patent number: 10561209
    Abstract: An article of jewelry in the form of a magnetic ring, which includes a substantially circular shank having an upper half and a lower half, where the lower half has a non-magnetizable region of non-magnetizable material; and a magnetized insert embedded within the non-magnetizable region of the lower half of the shank, where the insert is configured to induce a magnetic field beneath the ring, the insert having a magnet joined to a magnetized substrate, which follows a contour of the shank.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2020
    Inventor: Chi Huynh
  • Patent number: 9876524
    Abstract: The glove and swiveling tablet computer case is an apparatus for holding a personal data device. The glove and swiveling tablet computer case comprises a PDD case, a glove, and a fastener. The fastener attaches the glove to the PDD case. The personal data device is inserted into the PDD case. When the glove and swiveling tablet computer case is arranged in this fashion the fastener mechanically attaches the glove to the PDD case to a hand in such a manner that the personal data device does not need to be held when the glove is worn. In the first potential embodiment of the disclosure, the fastener further attaches the personal data device to the glove in such a manner that the personal data device can be rotated to a convenient position while in use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2018
    Inventor: Rajendranauth Motilall
  • Patent number: 9870026
    Abstract: An ergonomic holder and method of supporting a tablet computer by hand includes a base and a handle. The base is configured to operatively connect to the tablet computer for supporting the tablet computer thereon. The handle projects from the base. The handle also at least partially defines a forefinger sleeve and at least partially defines a thumb sleeve for receiving a forefinger and a thumb of the hand. The forefinger sleeve projects relative to the thumb sleeve such that the forefinger sleeve and the thumb sleeve intersect at a predetermined gripping angle for supporting the tablet computer in a plurality of hand positions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 16, 2018
    Assignee: Hand In Glove Innovations, LLC
    Inventors: Diana Papania, David Parrott
  • Patent number: 9838519
    Abstract: A mobile device case which enables a secure use of a mobile device using one hand. An aspect of an embodiment of the invention includes a multi-finger holder which is traversable across the rear of the case. The holder ensures a more secure grip by a user by way of finger holders which fit the user's fingers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 9, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2017
    Inventor: Michael A. Blackwood
  • Patent number: 9793941
    Abstract: An apparatus that facilitates one-handed use of a mobile device has a finger brace coupled a plurality of flexible lengths. At least one of the flexible lengths is coupled to an intermediate point of the finger brace. Each of the flexible lengths is coupled to the mobile device at its rear-facing back. At least two of the flexible lengths are coupled at opposed ends of the rear-facing back. The length of the flexible lengths and where they are coupled to the brace and mobile device are such that two fingers of the user's hand can press against the finger brace on opposed sides of the intermediate point to brace the mobile device when the two fingers are between the finger brace and the mobile device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2017
    Inventor: Allen Hirsch
  • Patent number: 9397717
    Abstract: An electronic device gripping system allows a user to securely and comfortably hold a portable electronic device using one or more fingers. The system includes a base member having a first surface, a second surface, and a perimeter edge coupled to and extending between the first surface and the second surface. A finger securement member is coupled to the first surface of the base member and receives a finger of a user therein. A connector is coupled to the base member and couples the base member to a cell phone.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2016
    Inventor: John S. Curran
  • Patent number: 9204711
    Abstract: Finger holds that are adhesively secured and form ridges jutting downwardly from the back surface of an associated handheld device are described. Each finger hold provides a location by which the user's finger tip can brace and consequently permit the user to better grip and hold the device with a single hand.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 8, 2015
    Inventor: Robin Schaffer
  • Patent number: 9179565
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a portable electronic device holder which is attached to the rear surface of a smartphone or tablet computer in such a way as to help the user to stably hold the same. The holder according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a base plate having an adhesive pad which is removably attached to a rear surface of the portable electronic device; a ring to be placed on a finger of a user to allow the user to hold the electronic device; and a connector which is provided with the ring and is fitted into a coupling hole of the base plate so that the holder is integrally coupled to a rear surface of the base plate. The present invention can prevent the user from dropping the electronic device through carelessness.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2015
    Inventor: Sung-mok Cho
  • Patent number: 9155377
    Abstract: The invention disclosed herein is a finger loop for use with a portable electronic device case, housing or enclosure. The finger loop is formed by a strip of material such as silicone or rubber that extends away from the rear outer surface of the case, housing, or enclosure, and returns to the rear outer surface of the case, housing, or enclosure thereby forming a loop through which a user can insert at least one, or a plurality of fingers to aid in holding the device. The strip of material may include features to increase friction with the inside surface of the case or with the portable electronic device itself.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 2, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2015
    Inventors: George J. Wangercyn, Jr., John T. Wangercyn, James R. Wangercyn
  • Patent number: 9149077
    Abstract: A cell phone glove includes a wrist portion, a wrist space in the wrist portion, a cell phone pocket in the wrist portion adjacent to the wrist space, a finger portion disposed in spaced-apart relationship to the wrist portion, a plurality of connecting straps connecting the finger portion to the wrist portion and a hand space between the wrist portion and the finger portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2015
    Inventor: Susan L. Browning
  • Patent number: 8950638
    Abstract: The invention disclosed herein is a finger loop for use with a portable electronic device case, housing or enclosure. The finger loop is formed by a strip of material such as silicone or rubber that extends away from the rear outer surface of the case, housing, or enclosure, and returns to the rear outer surface of the case, housing, or enclosure thereby forming a loop through which a user can insert at least one, or a plurality of fingers to aid in holding the device. The strip of material may include features to increase friction with the inside surface of the case or with the portable electronic device itself.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2015
    Assignee: Loopy Cases LLC
    Inventors: George J. Wangercyn, Jr., John T. Wangercyn, James R. Wangercyn
  • Patent number: 8939483
    Abstract: Disclosed is a handle structure formed on the rear surface of the portable terminal, which comprises: fixing holes parallel formed in an shape on the rear surface; and a belt-type handle of which both ends are inserted and fixed into the fixing holes. The belt-type handle comprises: a fixing part, folded parts, and a human body contact part extending from and connecting both folded parts. The human body contact part has a curved shape the width of which is narrow at the center and gradually increases toward both folded parts. Each of the folded parts has a cylindrical shape, and a silicone layer is pressed and attached to the inner surfaces of the folded parts. The silicone layer extends to surround a hole jaw within each of the fixing holes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2015
    Inventor: Yong Sun Kim
  • Patent number: 8887970
    Abstract: A portable electronic module including a portable electronic device and a holder applied to hold the portable electronic device is provided. The portable electronic device includes a first surface, a second surface opposite to the first surface, and a display unit disposed on the first surface, wherein a connecting unit is disposed on the second surface. The holder includes a first body having a first connecting portion and a first wearing portion and a second body having a second connecting portion suited to connect with the first connecting portion and a second wearing portion, wherein the first body is suitable to connect with the second body. At least one of the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion is suitable for connecting with the connecting unit, and a wearing space is formed to wear for users by the combination of the first wearing portion and the second wearing portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2014
    Assignee: Hannspree, Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen Tsai, Mei-Ching Tsai, Shao-Yu Hwang
  • Patent number: 8833620
    Abstract: A retractable finger handle assembly, the finger handle assembly comprising a housing, a retractable finger holder assembly coupled to the housing, the retractable finger holder assembly comprising, a belt, a first end of the belt coupled to the housing, and a finger slide coupled to a second end of the belt and slidably coupled to the housing. A resizable finger handle assembly for holding an object, comprising a retractable finger holder assembly, the retractable finger holder assembly comprising a belt coupled at a first end to a surface of the object, and a finger slide coupled to a second end of the belt and slidably coupled to the object.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2014
    Inventor: Rich Interdonato
  • Patent number: 8833819
    Abstract: A cover with structure for facilitating hold a device enables a user to hold the device with plurality of faces stably. It can be configured to ridge a ridgeable portion and form a tubular space. The user can retain at least one finger in the space to hold the cover such that his palm can be placed more close to the center of the device to facilitate hold the device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2014
    Inventor: Jen-Te Chen
  • Patent number: 8746448
    Abstract: Disclosed is a case for an electronic device that includes a retaining loop. The loop includes a first end, a second end, and a fastener. A recess on the interior of the case is adapted to house the fastener when the retaining loop is engaged therewith, while a pair of openings positioned over the recess allows the retaining loop to pass through. The loop is positioned so that a user can place a finger inside the loop, which in turn provides a secure grip on the case and electronic device. The fastener sits flush within the recess on the interior of the case, and can be used to detach the loop for replacement thereof as desired. The fastener and recess are positioned between the case and the phone, and includes a low profile design that prevents bulging in the case.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2014
    Inventor: Charles A. Bellace
  • Publication number: 20140151417
    Abstract: An electronic tablet case includes a body configured to receive an electronic tablet and one or more sets of finger loops on a rear surface of the body. The finger loops are configured to receive a user's individual fingers thereby allowing the user to hold the case and electronic tablet with one hand while operating the electronic tablet with the other hand. In one version, there are four sets of finger loops spaced (i.e., one set along each edge) about a perimeter of the rear of the body. The case may be fabricated of four layers of materials comprising: a waterproof outer layer, rigid protective layer, durable padded layer and non-scratch inner layer. A neoprene face perimeter layer connected to a body defines a sleeve for receiving a tablet Distinguishable portions of the case identify functional tablet buttons thereunder allowing a user to operate the tablet by pressing the distinguishable portions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 2, 2013
    Publication date: June 5, 2014
    Inventor: William Gayler
  • Patent number: 8740270
    Abstract: Embodiments include a rotatable member that can be removably attached to a portable electronic device. The rotatable member includes a support member that is adjustably extendable from the rotatable member. The support member is adapted to support the portable electronic device at a substantially upright angle relative to an underlying surface when the support member is extended.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2014
    Inventors: John Mizell, Anthony Genzianelli, Daniel Deutsch
  • Patent number: 8737066
    Abstract: A gripping device has a base element, a gripping element, and a flexible cord. The base element is adapted to be attached to the portable electronic device, and the gripping element is shaped to be gripped by the user. The flexible cord is connected to the base element and the gripping element, to be inserted between two of the user's fingers. As a result, the gripping device enables the user to hold the portable electronic device via the gripping device using just two fingers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2014
    Assignee: Mobile Innovations, Inc.
    Inventor: Aaron Block
  • Patent number: 8714422
    Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed to conveniently carry a mobile device, among others, on a wrist brace. The systems include a case to enclose the mobile device and a system to wear the apparatus on a wrist. The system is comprised of the case; a case tether coupled to the case; a wristband tether coupled to a wrist brace; a finger ring to loop around a finger and a case lock to secure the case in a closed position. Also presented, a method to carry and use the device while tethered to a wrist.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2014
    Inventor: David Chen Yu
  • Patent number: 8690211
    Abstract: A securement device to make it much easier for a user to securely hold onto a personal, hand-held, tablet-shaped device such as an electronic reader, a tablet computing device, a cellular phone, a personal data assistant, and a common clipboard—while minimizing the fatigue and discomfort on the user's hands: A typical device solves this problem by providing a system of one or more finger holds formed with a fabric or pliable material that are disposed on the back side of the personal, hand-held, tablet-shaped device. In many devices, the position and fit of the finger holds are easily adjustable by a user via hook-and-loop schemes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2014
    Inventors: Christine Potter, Daniel Russell Potter, II
  • Patent number: 8690210
    Abstract: A shell case for use with a pad style computer can have a rotating disc at its bottom. This disc can have a strap which connects to a user's hand to allow the user to rotate and/or hold the computer at a desired position with one hand, thereby allowing the other hand to do other things, such as type on the keypad. Meanwhile the holding hand does not quickly tire out as it is not typically grasping the computer as would often occur without the use of a case.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2014
    Inventor: Brian May
  • Publication number: 20140084034
    Abstract: The invention disclosed herein is a finger loop for use with a portable electronic device case, housing or enclosure. The finger loop is formed by a strip of material such as silicone or rubber that extends away from the rear outer surface of the case, housing, or enclosure, and returns to the rear outer surface of the case, housing, or enclosure thereby forming a loop through which a user can insert at least one, or a plurality of fingers to aid in holding the device. The strip of material may include features to increase friction with the inside surface of the case or with the portable electronic device itself.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2013
    Publication date: March 27, 2014
    Inventors: George J. WANGERCYN, JR., John T. Wangercyn, James R. Wangercyn
  • Patent number: 8672374
    Abstract: A grip for holding a tablet computer in one hand while activating and using the device with the other hand comprises a stem connecting a base portion attached to the tablet and a top portion, with a central hole of appropriate size in the stem to accommodate a finger inserted through the grip. Opposing walls of the stem are biconcave in the plane perpendicular to the plane of the hole in the stem, defining a shape convenient for gripping between two fingers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2014
    Inventor: Paul M Webber
  • Publication number: 20140021234
    Abstract: A light bulb carrying device is provided for transporting light bulbs to a fixture for installation. Locations for attachment of light bulbs allow the bulbs to be worn on the user's body for access to a light fixture without the need for occupying the user's hands in carrying the light bulbs during transportation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2013
    Publication date: January 23, 2014
    Inventor: James R. Kesan
  • Patent number: 8622447
    Abstract: A cellular telephone support device for releasably holding a cellular telephone having a top edge and a bottom edge is provided. The support device comprises a main support member having a first side, a second side, a first edge, and a second edge. A slotted first opening formed in the first edge. A second slotted opening is formed in the second edge. A ring attachment is positioned on the first side. A first clamping member is slidably receivable within the first slotted opening. A second clamping member is slidably receivable within the second slotted opening of the second edge. Upon positioning the cellular telephone against the second side, the first clamping member is slidable against the top edge of the telephone and the second clamping member is slidable against the bottom edge of the telephone thereby releasably securing the telephone between the first clamping member and the second clamping member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2014
    Inventor: Craig G. Wirtz
  • Patent number: 8579112
    Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a holding device for a phone or other electronic device. The device has an exterior housing and a generally hollow interior. The back of the exterior housing has a plurality of finger receiving finger loops which pivot from a generally parallel position with respect to the back of the device to a generally perpendicular position with respect to the back of the device. The finger loops may move independently and be independently added or removed from the device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2013
    Inventor: Webelene Bethea
  • Patent number: 8561862
    Abstract: A securing apparatus for a handheld device or object is comprised of a sleek, fashionable, flexible elastic strip or band, enhancing a user's gripping capability, thereby preventing abuse and accidental dropping of the device. The elastic strip is removably attached to the device by removable attaching means connected or integrated to each end of the strip. The apparatus may be further provided with a discrete lift mechanism, either attached or integrally formed with the elastic strip. The apparatus retains its form after stretching, and is taut against a surface of the device to avoid catching against exterior objects, fitting discretely on any surface of the device. The securing apparatus can be installed for easy use and minimal dexterity for all users and can be made in different sizes, color, and of different materials having elastomeric properties.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 22, 2013
    Inventor: Jai Foggiato
  • Patent number: 8550317
    Abstract: In one preferred embodiment, the present invention is a gripper for gripping a portable electronic device case. The case has a defined opening, and an inside and outside. The gripper comprises a retainer to partially pass through the case opening, and the retainer defines two opposing slots. There is a retractable strap having two flanged ends. Each strap flanged end is passed through the retainer slots to communicate with the case inside. The strap flange is shaped to prevent the strap from completely passing through said retainer slots to the case outside when the strap is pulled. The gripper facilitates carrying a portable electronic device using a single finger, or an open hand, depending on the size of the device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Inventor: Ervis Hyseni
  • Publication number: 20130240580
    Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed to conveniently carry a mobile device, among others, on a wrist brace. The systems include a case to enclose the mobile device and a system to wear the apparatus on a wrist. The systems comprised of the case; a case tether coupled to the case, a base with a case lock; a wristband tether coupled to a wrist brace, a flexible finger ring to loop around a finger. The flexible case lock secures the case in a closed position. Also presented, a method to carry and use the device while tether to a wrist.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 16, 2012
    Publication date: September 19, 2013
    Inventor: David Chen Yu
  • Publication number: 20130240579
    Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed to conveniently carry a mobile device, among others, on a wrist brace. The systems include a case to enclose the mobile device and a system to wear the apparatus on a wrist. The systems comprised of the case; a case tether coupled to the case; a wristband tether coupled to a wrist brace; an finger ring to loop around a finger and an case lock to secure the case in a closed position. Also presented, a method to carry and use the device while tethered to a wrist.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 16, 2012
    Publication date: September 19, 2013
    Inventor: David Chen Yu
  • Patent number: 8528798
    Abstract: An electronic mobile device support apparatus includes a plurality of generally tubular finger receivers disposed adjacent a rear surface of an electronic mobile device. Each of the plurality of finger receivers defines a passageway configured to receive a corresponding finger of an electronic mobile device user such that the electronic mobile device is supportable thereby.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2013
    Assignee: BlackBerry Limited
    Inventor: Chao Chen
  • Patent number: 8480144
    Abstract: A securement device to make it much easier for a user to securely hold onto a personal, hand-held, tablet-shaped device such as an electronic reader, a tablet computing device, a cellular phone, a personal data assistant, and a common clipboard—while minimizing the fatigue and discomfort on the user's hands: A typical device solves this problem by providing a system of one or more finger holds formed with a fabric or pliable material that are disposed on the back side of the personal, hand-held, tablet-shaped device. In many devices, the position and fit of the finger holds are easily adjustable by a user via hook-and-loop schemes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2013
    Inventors: Christine Potter, Daniel Russell Potter, II
  • Publication number: 20130146625
    Abstract: An attachable holder includes a flexible ring that can be attached to a portable electronic device, or a case of a portable electronic device, to allow a user to insert their finger to hold the case. The flexible ring would be able to swivel, relative to the phone, for comfort for a user's finger, such as an index or ring finger, to easily slide through to help the user make and retain a good grip on the mobile device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2012
    Publication date: June 13, 2013
    Inventors: Bryan Karle, Rozana Karle
  • Publication number: 20130119099
    Abstract: A retractable finger handle assembly, the finger handle assembly comprising a housing, a retractable finger holder assembly coupled to the housing, the retractable finger holder assembly comprising, a belt, a first end of the belt coupled to the housing, and a finger slide coupled to a second end of the belt and slidably coupled to the housing. A resizable finger handle assembly for holding an object, comprising a retractable finger holder assembly, the retractable finger holder assembly comprising a belt coupled at a first end to a surface of the object, and a finger slide coupled to a second end of the belt and slidably coupled to the object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 11, 2013
    Publication date: May 16, 2013
    Inventor: Rich Interdonato
  • Patent number: 8196787
    Abstract: An apparatus comprises a print device and a strap that wraps about one or more proximal phalanges such that the print device is pivotable with the proximal phalanges relative to metacarpophalangeal joints of the hand. In another embodiment, the apparatus comprises a deck configured to be releasably connected to a unit having a housing and a strap that wraps about one or more proximal phalanges. In another embodiment, a gel pad includes a main portion that overlies metacarpophalangeal joints and extensions that overlie proximal phalanges.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2012
    Assignee: Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
    Inventors: Erica S. Strandberg, Jeffrey John Buresh
  • Patent number: 8152396
    Abstract: A writing instrument grip apparatus for holding a writing instrument for performing writing, the apparatus includes a first member adapted to receive a user's thumb and index and side of middle fingers and having a substantially vertical cylindrical chamber for receiving the writing instrument adapted to extend past a bottom surface of the first member for contacting a surface for performing writing; and a second member adapted to receive a user's middle, ring, and small fingers coupled to a top of the first member so that motion of the hand of the user powers the writing instrument for performing the writing in response to the motion; wherein pressure is directed away from joints of the thumb and at least one finger of the hand of the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 10, 2012
    Inventor: Stephanie Flint Kuykendall
  • Publication number: 20120031937
    Abstract: Among other things, a device that helps a user in holding a personal digital assistant (PDA) includes at least one sleeve sized to receive at least one of the user's fingers, and a mechanism to attach the sleeve to the PDA in an orientation to permit the user to hold the PDA by placing the finger in the sleeve while permitting the user to manipulate a function of the PDA with another finger of thumb.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2010
    Publication date: February 9, 2012
    Inventor: Scott T. Baker
  • Publication number: 20110309117
    Abstract: The presently disclosed holding case allows a user to hold a portable electronic device with a single finger, allowing the user to keep the device in a convenient and handy position for use. The device comprises a flat, flexible strap which fits along the backing to a device or device case. The strap adjustably slides into two slots placed on opposing sides of the case. On the inside of the device casing or backing, the strap slides along a raised track. One end of the strap further comprises horizontal ridges across its tail portion, which partially lock into matching grooves in the case. This permits the strap to be temporarily locked in an open position for reception of any finger and to securely hold a device in place. When not in use, a slight touch causes the strap to retract back to its default flat position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 16, 2010
    Publication date: December 22, 2011
    Inventor: Kyle Roberts
  • Publication number: 20110266316
    Abstract: A handheld electronic device grip is provided. The handheld electronic device grip includes a mounting structure and a strap with first and second surfaces configured to engage each other and form a loop. The loop is configured to receive at least one finger of a user, and the mounting structure configured to attach the loop to at least one of a handheld electronic device and a handheld electronic device case. The mounting structure can be configured to orient the loop so that a central axis of an opening of the loop is generally transverse to a longitudinal direction of the handheld electronic device or the handheld electronic device case.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2011
    Publication date: November 3, 2011
    Applicant: GHALIB, LLC
    Inventors: Syed Naveed Ghalib, Maheen Junaid
  • Patent number: 7959351
    Abstract: The hand worn watch apparatus provides a wrist band, an index band, and a thumb band for securing the pliable material to the delta area of a wearer's hand. Not only is the delta area a more comfortable and logical location, the area is larger than a typical wrist, whereby the apparatus can feature far more functions and electronics than a typical wristwatch. Further, a wearer does not have to practice elbow abduction and forearm pronation to read the display, use the controls or tell time. The apparatus is especially useful for those in sports as well as those driving a car. A user need not pronate the hand when engaged in sports and driving. And, a wearer's gold swing is not hindered by the apparatus. The apparatus is further designed to be noticed in making a fashion statement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2011
    Inventor: Derek B. Thorpe
  • Patent number: 7661567
    Abstract: A button provides an adhesive flat bottom surface for attachment to a cell phone or similar hand held device. A leash extends from the button and terminates with a finger ring. When the device is held in a hand with one finger secured in the ring, the device is secured in the hand so that it is less likely to fall. The ring may be an extension of the leash, both a part of an elastic cord loop where the leash is secured within the button and the ring extends away from the button. The leash may be retractable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2010
    Assignee: RND Development
    Inventor: Gregory B. Myers