Abstract: Multi-use mounts adapted to hold a portable electronic device, such as a smartphone, in a plurality of different positions, are described herein. In certain embodiments, a multi-use mount comprises a main body configured to be selectively attached to the portable electronic device to thereby attach the multi-use mount to the portable electronic device, a neck pivotably connected to the main body, and a base pivotably connected to the neck. The multi-use mount is configured to be positioned in the plurality of different positions by pivoting at least a portion of at least one of the main body, the neck, or the base, relative to at least a further portion of at least one of the main body, the neck, or the base. The plurality of different positions include at least a closed position and a standing easel position. The base can include one or more magnets.
Abstract: Adjustable portable device holders are herein disclosed. According to one embodiment, an adjustable portable device holder includes an adjustable clamping element and a rotatable mounting element attached to the adjustable clamping element for removably securing a portable device to the adjustable portable device holder.
Abstract: A portable support apparatus for an electronic device. The portable support apparatus can be connected to an electronic device to provide support. The portable support apparatus has a central portion which has a yolk retainer coupled to a proximal end of a central leg, and a central foot coupled to a distal end of the central leg. The portable support apparatus can also include side-support portions coupled to the central portion. The side support portions can be deployable to form a tripod. The adjustable device receiver can include a ball-connector which is received within a receiving yolk and a tongue coupled to the ball-connector. The tongue can be configured to be insertable into an opening of an electronic device.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
November 5, 2015
Date of Patent:
October 2, 2018
Assignee:
KENU, INC.
Inventors:
Kenneth Y. Minn, David E. Yao, Leonard John Duran
Abstract: Adjustable portable device holders are herein disclosed. According to one embodiment, an adjustable portable device holder includes an adjustable clamping element and a rotatable mounting element attached to the adjustable clamping element for removably securing a portable device to the adjustable portable device holder.