Patents Assigned to Incipio, LLC
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Publication number: 20210376872Abstract: A camera ring insert for use with a protective case for a mobile device is disclosed herein. The camera ring insert is configured to be inserted into a camera lens opening of the protective case by attaching the outer edge surface of the camera ring insert to the inner edge surface of the camera lens opening. The outer edge surface of the camera ring insert may include a securing portion and the inner edge surface of the camera lens opening may also include a securing portion that is configured to reversibly engage the securing portion of the camera ring insert to lock the camera ring insert into its inserted position.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 2, 2021Publication date: December 2, 2021Applicant: Incipio, LLCInventors: Andy T. Le, Vincent Chiangtong, Kenji H. Okada, Cody A. Brooner
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Publication number: 20210314013Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device that includes a mobile device cavity that is configured to receive and retain a mobile device and an internal storage compartment is disclosed herein. In some embodiments, the case has a molded multi-layered construction. In such embodiments, the exterior back surface of the case may be configured to conceal the existence of the storage compartment or may alternatively be transparent to facilitate scanning of personal items held in the storage compartment without requiring removal therefrom. In some embodiments, the protective case provides different user viewing/operating positions while minimizing bulkiness and weight.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 21, 2021Publication date: October 7, 2021Applicant: Incipio, LLCInventors: Dailyn Kim, Sung Truong, Cody Brooner, Peter Tu, Timothy Hemesath
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Publication number: 20210281285Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device is disclosed herein. The protective case includes a front cover, a back cover, and a relatively rigid shell. The front cover includes multiple fold lines that extend across the cover and allow adjacent regions of the cover to rotate or move relative to each other. The shell is configured to receive and retain the mobile device while providing user access to the mobile device. The shell has an outer surface configured to include a latch with an integrated hook. In operation, the latch hooks and retains one end section of the front cover to maintain the device in an angled use position when open. When in the fully closed position the latch fits within an aperture defined within a back end region of the front cover. Magnets incorporated into the front cover assist in maintaining the case in the fully closed position.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 21, 2021Publication date: September 9, 2021Applicant: Incipio, LLCInventor: Andy Fathollahi
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Publication number: 20210266027Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device having a multi-layered construction is disclosed herein. The protective case includes a flexible inner sleeve for conformingly surrounding the mobile device and a rigid shell for engaging the flexible inner sleeve. The flexible inner sleeve conforms to, and encapsulates, the mobile device. The rigid shell receives and engages the inner sleeve. The flexible inner sleeve and the rigid shell ma be used separately or may be used as an integrated protective unit to protect a mobile device.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 10, 2021Publication date: August 26, 2021Applicant: Incipio, LLCInventor: Andy Fathollahi
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Publication number: 20210266029Abstract: A protective case for a portable mobile device is disclosed. The protective case comprises a shell that defines a compartment for receiving and retaining a mobile device, a cover panel, and a connector component. The shell has a main panel that includes an aperture and a subpanel that is hinged at a first side within the aperture and reversibly attached to the aperture via mechanical protrusions or detents at a second side so that it can rotatably attach and detach, or snap, into and out of the main panel. The hinge may be formed by one or more flexible layers overlaid on the shell or via mechanical swivel joint such as a pin and socket connection. A connector portion connects the cover panel to the shell and forms a flexible spine between the cover panel and the shell. The connector portion is comprised of opposing inner and outer layers that are overlaid over the internal and external facing surfaces of the shell and cover panel.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 10, 2021Publication date: August 26, 2021Applicant: Incipio, LLCInventors: Andy Fathollahi, Peter Tu, Timothy Hemesath
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Publication number: 20210266028Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device having a multi-layered construction is disclosed herein. The multi layered construction includes three layers that are co-molded to one another. The construction is lightweight and low-profile, and also provides a high level of impact protection. The first layer generally forms the external back face surface of the case, the third layer generally forms the perimeter bumper of the case, and the second layer forms the internal liner and includes an elevated pattern of walls upon which the back face of the mobile device rests. The first layer is comprised of material that has a hardness greater than the other two layers. The third layer is comprised of a material that has a hardness that is greater than the hardness of the second layer. The layers are configured to interact with one another to distribute and absorb impact forces.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 10, 2021Publication date: August 26, 2021Applicant: Incipio, LLCInventor: Andy Fathollahi
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Publication number: 20210194529Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device that includes a mobile device cavity that is configured to receive and retain a mobile device and an internal storage compartment is disclosed herein. In some embodiments, the case has a molded multi-layered construction. In such embodiments, the exterior back surface of the case may be configured to conceal the existence of the storage compartment or may alternatively be transparent to facilitate scanning of personal items held in the storage compartment without requiring removal therefrom. In some embodiments, the protective case provides different user viewing/operating positions while minimizing bulkiness and weight.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 8, 2021Publication date: June 24, 2021Applicant: Incipio, LLCInventors: Dailyn Kim, Sung Truong, Cody Brooner, Peter Tu, Timothy Hemesath
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Publication number: 20210083712Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device having a multi-layered construction is disclosed herein. The protective case includes a flexible inner sleeve for conformingly surrounding the mobile device and a rigid shell for engaging the flexible inner sleeve. The flexible inner sleeve conforms to, and encapsulates, the mobile device. The rigid shell receives and engages the inner sleeve. The flexible inner sleeve and the rigid shell may be used separately or may be used as an integrated protective unit to protect a mobile device.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 24, 2020Publication date: March 18, 2021Applicant: Incipio, LLCInventor: Andy Fathollahi
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Publication number: 20210076792Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device having a front cover and a storage compartment for storage of personal items such as credit cards, personal identification cards, and/or cash is disclosed. The protective case includes a main body and a detachable panel configured to cover an aperture through the shell of the protective case providing access to the storage compartment via a hinged connection. The shell, panel, and front are secured to flexible layers, which allow the case to be positioned in one or more viewing/operating positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 24, 2020Publication date: March 18, 2021Applicant: Incipio, LLCInventor: Timothy Hemesath
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Publication number: 20210083713Abstract: A protective case for a portable mobile device is disclosed. The protective case comprises a shell that defines a compartment for receiving and retaining a mobile device, a cover panel, and a connector component. The shell has a main panel that includes an aperture and a subpanel that is hinged at a first side within the aperture and reversibly attached to the aperture via mechanical protrusions or detents at a second side so that it can rotatably attach and detach, or snap, into and out of the main panel. The hinge may be formed by one or more flexible layers overlaid on the shell or via mechanical swivel joint such as a pin and socket connection. A connector portion connects the cover panel to the shell and forms a flexible spine between the cover panel and the shell. The connector portion is comprised of opposing inner and outer layers that are overlaid over the internal and external facing surfaces of the shell and cover panel.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 24, 2020Publication date: March 18, 2021Applicant: Incipio, LLCInventors: Andy Fathollahi, Peter Tu, Timothy Hemesath
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Publication number: 20210013918Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device having a molded multi-layered construction is disclosed herein. The case includes a mobile device cavity that is configured to receive and retain a mobile device and a storage compartment. The exterior back surface of the case may be configured to conceal the existence of the storage compartment or may alternatively be transparent to facilitate scanning of personal items held in the storage compartment without requiring removal therefrom.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 25, 2020Publication date: January 14, 2021Applicant: Incipio, LLCInventors: Dailyn Kim, Sung Truong, Cody Brooner, Peter Tu, Timothy Hemesath
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Patent number: 10848195Abstract: A protective case for a portable mobile device is disclosed. The protective case comprises a shell that defines a compartment for receiving and retaining a mobile device, a cover panel, and a connector component. The shell has a main panel that includes an aperture and a subpanel that is hinged at a first side within the aperture and reversibly attached to the aperture via mechanical protrusions or detents at a second side so that it can rotatably attach and detach, or snap, into and out of the main panel. The hinge may be formed by one or more flexible layers overlaid on the shell or via mechanical swivel joint such as a pin and socket connection. A connector portion connects the cover panel to the shell and forms a flexible spine between the cover panel and the shell. The connector portion is comprised of opposing inner and outer layers that are overlaid over the internal and external facing surfaces of the shell and cover panel.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2019Date of Patent: November 24, 2020Assignee: Incipio, LLCInventors: Andy Fathollahi, Peter Tu, Timothy Hemesath
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Patent number: 10848194Abstract: The disclosure relates to a method and apparatus for protecting a mobile device. In one embodiment, a protection device for a mobile device is disclosed which induces a combination of a flexible inner sleeve and a rigid shell. The flexible inner sleeve conforms to, and encapsulates, the mobile device. The rigid shell receives and engages the inner sleeve. The flexible inner sleeve and the rigid shell can be used separately with the mobile device or can encase the mobile device as an integrated protective unit.Type: GrantFiled: May 30, 2014Date of Patent: November 24, 2020Assignee: Incipio, LLCInventor: Andy Fathollahi
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Publication number: 20200313713Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device is disclosed herein. The protective case includes a front cover, a back cover, and a relatively rigid shell. The front cover includes multiple fold lines that extend across the cover and allow adjacent regions of the cover to rotate or move relative to each other. The shell is configured to receive and retain the mobile device while providing user access to the mobile device. The shell has an outer surface configured to include a latch with an integrated hook. In operation, the latch hooks and retains one end section of the front cover to maintain the device in an angled use position when open. When in the fully closed position the latch fits within an aperture defined within a back end region of the front cover. Magnets incorporated into the front cover assist in maintaining the case in the fully closed position.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 14, 2020Publication date: October 1, 2020Applicant: Incipio, LLCInventor: Andy Fathollahi
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Publication number: 20200288833Abstract: Protective cases and case systems for a mobile device are disclosed herein. The cases include a multi component structure that defines a compartment dimensioned to receive a mobile device and includes one or more shock absorber elements embedded within its side walls. The multi-component construct may be configured as a standalone case or as a sleeve that reversibly fits within another external component or shell. The shock absorber element may be formed in multiple segments and may be formed of a softer material than adjacent regions of the case and co-molded into a channel in a supporting wall component that is formed of a more rigid material. The shock absorber component may have one or more channels formed in its outer surface and may extend internally into the device compartment to form relatively soft corner pads or cushions. Some embodiments may further include an optional screen protector lid.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 2, 2020Publication date: September 17, 2020Applicant: Incipio, LLCInventors: Andy Fathollahi, Peter Tu
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Publication number: 20200295795Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device having a multi-layered construction is disclosed herein. The multi-layered construction includes three layers that are co-molded to one another. The construction is lightweight and low-profile, and also provides a high level of impact protection. The first layer generally forms the external back face surface of the case, the third layer generally forms the perimeter bumper of the case, and the second layer forms the internal liner and includes an elevated pattern of walls upon which the back face of the mobile device rests. The first layer is comprised of material that has a hardness greater than the other two layers. The third layer is comprised of a material that has a hardness that is greater than the hardness of the second layer. The layers are configured to interact with one another to distribute and absorb impact forces.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 30, 2020Publication date: September 17, 2020Applicant: Incipio, LLCInventor: Andy Fathollahi
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Publication number: 20200288832Abstract: A protective case for a mobile electronic device that includes a storage compartment for a user's personal items and a pivot stand is disclosed herein. The protective case includes a first or main panel and a second or sub-panel that are configured to cover the storage compartment and provide access thereto. Such access may be provided, for example, via a hinged connection. Each panel may also function as independent pivot stand capable of positioning the case in one or more viewing/operating positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 2, 2020Publication date: September 17, 2020Applicant: Incipio, LLCInventors: Peter Tu, Timothy Hemesath, Andy Fathollahi
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Publication number: 20200170365Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device having a front cover and a storage compartment for storage of personal items such as credit cards, personal identification cards, and/or cash is disclosed. The protective case includes a main body and a detachable panel configured to cover an aperture through the shell of the protective case providing access to the storage compartment via a hinged connection. The shell, panel, and front are secured to flexible layers, which allow the case to be positioned in one or more viewing/operating positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 10, 2020Publication date: June 4, 2020Applicant: Incipio, LLCInventor: Timothy Hemesath
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Patent number: 10667586Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device having a storage compartment for a user's personal items such as credit cards, license, cash, etc. is disclosed. The protective case includes a first or main panel and a second or sub-panel that are configured to cover the storage compartment and provide access thereto, via a hinged connection. Each panel may also function as independent pivot stand that can position the case in one or more operating/viewing positions.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 2018Date of Patent: June 2, 2020Assignee: Incipio, LLCInventors: Peter Tu, Timothy Hemesath, Andy Fathollahi
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Patent number: D916072Type: GrantFiled: February 10, 2020Date of Patent: April 13, 2021Assignee: Incipio, LLCInventors: Timothy Hemesath, Sung Truong