Patents Assigned to Incipio, LLC
  • Patent number: 9521889
    Abstract: A case a mobile device is provided comprising an outer cover and a shell sized to contain a mobile device. The outer cover can include a first member, a second member, and a flexible member. The shell can include a back panel and a protrusion extending along a perimeter of the back panel. The shell may be reversibly attached to the second member of the outer cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2016
    Assignee: INCIPIO, LLC
    Inventors: Andy Fathollahi, Timothy A. Hemesath, Blake H. Robertson
  • Publication number: 20160361852
    Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device having a co-molded multi-layered construction having a first layer that generally forms the external back face surface of the case. A second layer generally forms the perimeter bumper of the case. The first layer is comprised of material that has a hardness and/or rigidity that is greater than the second layer. The layers are configured to interact with one another so that they are capable of distributing impact forces to mitigate damage to the mobile device. One or more reinforcing support members in the form of a beam or rod are provided and extend internally and longitudinally near the sides of the case and preferably near the long sides of a rectangular shaped case.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2016
    Publication date: December 15, 2016
    Applicant: Incipio, LLC
    Inventor: Andy Fathollahi
  • Patent number: 9521236
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are visual notification devices that are capable of wirelessly connecting to a mobile device to provide visual and/or audible notification to users of status changes on their mobile device, such as receipt of SMS, MMS, phone calls, voice mails, calendar appointments, and battery status in a location different from that of the mobile device. In operation a user can place the device in or near a working space (e.g. on a desk, book shelf or table), plug it into an automobile charging port, or strap it on the user's arm, so that the device is in a location different than the user's mobile device The user can visually and/or audibly notified of status changes by simply glancing at the device. The notifications can be user customizable through a user application on the mobile device. Additional user interfaces can be incorporated into the device to provide a set of remote controls for various operation of the mobile device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 24, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2016
    Assignee: INCIPIO, LLC
    Inventors: Carlos Del Toro, Jin Woo Choi, Andy Fathollahi, Ahmed Fathy Abdallah
  • Publication number: 20160360627
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is an enclosure for electronic devices. The enclosure includes a rigid cover and a rigid frame movable between an open position and a closed position. An electronic communication link may pass through the rigid cover and is configured to enable external access to an electronic device inside of the enclosure. The rigid frame is sealed to a flexible sheet including a transparent portion. The rigid frame and the rigid cover may be hingedly connected and may be secured in the closed position by a latching mechanism. The enclosure may also incorporate a battery configured to charge the electronic device. The enclosure may be incorporated into a wearable article. Methods of connecting an electronic device to an electronic port through an enclosure are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2016
    Publication date: December 8, 2016
    Applicant: Incipio, LLC
    Inventors: Ron Wilson, II, Carl Pettersen, Kristian Rauhala, Pete Dirksing, Jim Pena
  • Publication number: 20160359518
    Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device such as a tablet computer is disclosed that includes modular components that can be mixed and matched by the user at the point of purchase to facilitate creation of a user customizable look. The case includes a shell that is configured to retain the tablet device and a front cover that is configured to protect and conceal the screen of the tablet when the case is in the closed position. When the assembled case is in the open position and the tablet is retained within the shell, the cover is configured to stand the shell up on edge. The shell and front cover can be reversibly attached to one another by the user, so that the user can select a shell of one color, material, design, or style and a front cover of another color, material, design or style. Retention tab and slot are employed to reversibly lock the front cover to the shell to form a seamless integrated multi use mode case.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2016
    Publication date: December 8, 2016
    Applicant: Incipio, LLC
    Inventors: Andy Fathollahi, Tom Hee Kwon
  • Publication number: 20160359516
    Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device is disclosed. 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: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2016
    Publication date: December 8, 2016
    Applicant: Incipio, LLC
    Inventor: Andy Fathollahi
  • Publication number: 20160324286
    Abstract: A protective case can be used with a mobile device having front and back surfaces and side surfaces extending between the front and back surfaces, including a top side, a bottom side, a right side, and a left side, the mobile device having a screen on the front surface. The protective case can include a shell configured to engage and substantially surround at least three of the surfaces of the mobile device and preferably all or nearly all surfaces of the mobile device while still capable of allowing the user to functionally interact with biometric sensor (such as a fingerprint sensor) and/or not interfere with the intended functionality of the proximity sensors of the mobile device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 18, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Applicant: Incipio, LLC
    Inventors: Andy Fathollahi, Timothy Alan Hemesath, Kitty Yu-Ling Yung, Carlos Del Toro
  • Patent number: 9489020
    Abstract: The present invention relates to improved protective cases for hand-held electronic devices. More specifically, the present invention relates to cases that protect and modify the functionality of an electronic device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2016
    Assignee: INCIPIO, LLC
    Inventors: Anthony Ahee, John M. Schoenith
  • Patent number: 9473192
    Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device is disclosed. The protective case includes a front cover and a back cover that is comprised of a shell, which together are configured to receive, retain, cover and protect the mobile device. 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 attach to a hinge member which in turn attaches to the front cover. The front cover includes an opaque main region that is configured to overlie the main touchscreen interface region and a generally curved and transparent side region that is configured to overlie a separate touchscreen interface region. When closed the cover is configured to allow for user interaction with the underlying covered screen. The user interaction may be via capacitive and/or mechanical pressure interaction with the touchscreen.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 18, 2016
    Assignee: INCIPIO, LLC
    Inventors: Andy Fathollahi, Peter Tu
  • Publication number: 20160294433
    Abstract: A protective cover for a tablet computer is disclosed, which comprises a back cover and a front cover. The front cover includes an input side and a connector including a planar portion and a coupler for removably connecting the front cover to the back cover. The planar portion engages at least portion of a front surface of the tablet computer and the coupler engages an edge of the back cover.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 31, 2016
    Publication date: October 6, 2016
    Applicant: Incipio, LLC
    Inventors: Anthony Ahee, John M. Schoenith
  • Patent number: 9461493
    Abstract: A battery case for a mobile device is provided comprising a case, electrical components, a port, and an aperture size to contain at least one rechargeable battery. Also provided is a charger including a mount to receiving a rechargeable battery. The rechargeable battery may be configured to fit inside of the battery case. The charger may be figured to fit inside of the battery case.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 24, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 4, 2016
    Assignee: INCIPIO, LLC
    Inventor: Andy Fathollahi
  • Patent number: 9432074
    Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device having a co-molded multi-layered construction having a first layer that generally forms the external back face surface of the case. A second layer generally forms the perimeter bumper of the case. The first layer is comprised of material that has a hardness and/or rigidity that is greater than the second layer. The layers are configured to interact with one another so that they are capable of distributing impact forces to mitigate damage to the mobile device. One or more reinforcing support members in the form of a beam or rod are provided and extend internally and longitudinally near the sides of the case and preferably near the long sides of a rectangular shaped case.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2016
    Assignee: Incipio, LLC
    Inventor: Andy Fathollahi
  • Patent number: 9426560
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is a waterproof case for protecting electronic devices. The waterproof case includes a flexible waterproof bag attached to a rigid lid that can be opened to allow electronic devices to pass into the bag. When closed, the lid forms a watertight seal that protects the inside of the bag from ingress of water. The lid can include a pass-through jack which allows a user to connect an electronic device, such as an audio device, to an output through the lid. The case may also be incorporated into a flexible attachment system, such as an armband or swimbelt. Methods of connecting an electronic device to an electronic output, such as an audio output, through a waterproof case are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2016
    Assignee: INCIPIO, LLC
    Inventors: Ron Wilson, II, Carl Pettersen, Kristian Rauhala, Peter Dirksing, Cory McCluskey, Jim Pena
  • Patent number: 9425848
    Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device such as a tablet computer is disclosed that includes modular components that can be mixed and matched by the user at the point of purchase to facilitate creation of a user customizable look. The case includes a shell that is configured to retain the tablet device and a front cover that is configured to protect and conceal the screen of the tablet when the case is in the closed position. When the assembled case is in the open position and the tablet is retained within the shell, the cover is configured to stand the shell up on edge. The shell and front cover can be reversibly attached to one another by the user, so that the user can select a shell of one color, material, design, or style and a front cover of another color, material, design or style. Retention tab and slot are employed to reversibly lock the front cover to the shell to form a seamless integrated multi use mode case.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2016
    Assignee: Incipio, LLC
    Inventors: Andy Fathollahi, Tom Hee Kwon
  • Patent number: 9419670
    Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device is disclosed. The protective case includes a front cover and a relatively rigid shell, which together are configured to receive, retain, cover and protect the mobile device. 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. The aperture may be defined by a ring component that is dimensioned to receive the latch and firmly support the latch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: Incipio, LLC
    Inventor: Andy Fathollahi
  • Patent number: 9392854
    Abstract: A protective case can be used with a mobile device having front and back surfaces and side surfaces extending between the front and back surfaces, including a top side, a bottom side, a right side, and a left side, the mobile device having a screen on the front surface. The protective case can include a shell configured to engage and substantially surround at least three of the surfaces of the mobile device and preferably all or nearly all surfaces of the mobile device while still capable of allowing the user to functionally interact with biometric sensor (such as a fingerprint sensor) and/or not interfere with the intended functionality of the proximity sensors of the mobile device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2016
    Assignee: Incipio, LLC
    Inventors: Andy Fathollahi, Timothy Alan Hemesath, Kitty Yu-Ling Yung, Carlos Del Toro
  • Publication number: 20160191102
    Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device having a multi-layered construction is disclosed. The multi-layered construction includes three layers that are co-molded to one another and is capable of being lightweight and low-profile, yet provide 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 of the case and includes an elevated pattern of walls upon which the back face of the mobile device rest upon. 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 second layer. The layers are configured to interact with one another so that they are capable of distributing and absorbing impact forces to mitigate damage to the mobile device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 7, 2016
    Publication date: June 30, 2016
    Applicant: INCIPIO, LLC
    Inventor: Andy Fathollahi
  • Patent number: D764473
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2016
    Assignee: Incipio, LLC
    Inventors: Anthony Ahee, John M. Schoenith
  • Patent number: D767553
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2016
    Assignee: Incipio, LLC
    Inventor: Andy Fathollahi
  • Patent number: D770421
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 1, 2016
    Assignee: Incipio, LLC
    Inventors: Carl Pettersen, Peter Dirksing, Joshua Martin