Patents Assigned to ThinkGeek, Inc.
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Patent number: 8648242Abstract: Embodiments are directed to a novel technique used to create electronic apparel that is powered by batteries and generates light, or sound in reaction to various sensors on the garment. The wearer through the use of various options or effects can further modify the output through the use of various options or effects. The electronic apparel includes an image of an instrument and a keypad that allows for user control of sounds generated by electronic circuits incorporated in the garment. Sound generation circuitry and speakers are coupled to the keypad in an electronic assembly that is detachably coupled to the garment in such a way as to allow regular washing of the garment without any damage to the electronic devices.Type: GrantFiled: February 10, 2011Date of Patent: February 11, 2014Assignee: ThinkGeek, Inc.Inventor: Tyson Liotta
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Patent number: 8642873Abstract: Embodiments are directed to a novel technique used to create electronic apparel that is powered by batteries and generates light, or sound in reaction to various sensors on the garment. The wearer through the use of various options or effects can further modify the output through the use of various options or effects. The electronic apparel includes an image of an instrument and a keypad that allows for user control of sounds generated by electronic circuits incorporated in the garment. Sound generation circuitry and speakers are coupled to the keypad in an electronic assembly that is detachably coupled to the garment in such a way as to allow regular washing of the garment without any damage to the electronic devices.Type: GrantFiled: February 10, 2011Date of Patent: February 4, 2014Assignee: ThinkGeek, Inc.Inventor: Tyson Liotta
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Patent number: 8476519Abstract: Embodiments are directed to a novel technique used to create electronic apparel that is powered by batteries and generates light, or sound in reaction to various sensors on the garment. The wearer through the use of various options or effects can further modify the output through the use of various options or effects. The electronic apparel includes an image of an instrument and a keypad that allows for user control of sounds generated by electronic circuits incorporated in the garment. Sound generation circuitry and speakers are coupled to the keypad in an electronic assembly that is detachably coupled to the garment in such a way as to allow regular washing of the garment without any damage to the electronic devices.Type: GrantFiled: February 10, 2011Date of Patent: July 2, 2013Assignee: Thinkgeek, Inc.Inventor: Tyson Liotta
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Publication number: 20120169597Abstract: Embodiments are directed to a physical joystick input device for use with tablet computers that utilize touch screen technology to receive user input through virtual user input graphical elements. The physical joystick comprises a base that attaches to the touch screen surface through a suction cup and provides conductivity between the user and touch screen surface through conductive felt attached to a support ring of the joystick. The joystick can be configured to be placed over a virtual D-pad or other interface portion of a tablet to transmit physical user input of directional commands to the virtual touch-screen input interface.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 3, 2012Publication date: July 5, 2012Applicant: ThinkGeek, Inc.Inventor: Tyson Liotta
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Publication number: 20110197742Abstract: Embodiments are directed to a novel technique used to create electronic apparel that is powered by batteries and generates light, or sound in reaction to various sensors on the garment. The wearer through the use of various options or effects can further modify the output through the use of various options or effects. The electronic apparel includes an image of an instrument and a keypad that allows for user control of sounds generated by electronic circuits incorporated in the garment. Sound generation circuitry and speakers are coupled to the keypad in an electronic assembly that is detachably coupled to the garment in such a way as to allow regular washing of the garment without any damage to the electronic devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 10, 2011Publication date: August 18, 2011Applicant: ThinkGeek, Inc.Inventor: Tyson Liotta
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Publication number: 20110197334Abstract: Embodiments are directed to a novel technique used to create electronic apparel that is powered by batteries and generates light, or sound in reaction to various sensors on the garment. The wearer through the use of various options or effects can further modify the output through the use of various options or effects. The electronic apparel includes an image of an instrument and a keypad that allows for user control of sounds generated by electronic circuits incorporated in the garment. Sound generation circuitry and speakers are coupled to the keypad in an electronic assembly that is detachably coupled to the garment in such a way as to allow regular washing of the garment without any damage to the electronic devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 10, 2011Publication date: August 18, 2011Applicant: ThinkGeek, Inc.Inventor: Tyson Liotta
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Publication number: 20110197333Abstract: Embodiments are directed to a novel technique used to create electronic apparel that is powered by batteries and generates light, or sound in reaction to various sensors on the garment. The wearer through the use of various options or effects can further modify the output through the use of various options or effects. The electronic apparel includes an image of an instrument and a keypad that allows for user control of sounds generated by electronic circuits incorporated in the garment. Sound generation circuitry and speakers are coupled to the keypad in an electronic assembly that is detachably coupled to the garment in such a way as to allow regular washing of the garment without any damage to the electronic devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 10, 2011Publication date: August 18, 2011Applicant: ThinkGeek, Inc.Inventor: Tyson Liotta
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Patent number: D755018Type: GrantFiled: September 22, 2014Date of Patent: May 3, 2016Assignee: ThinkGeek, Inc.Inventors: Tyson Liotta, Taehoon Kim
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Patent number: D758136Type: GrantFiled: September 22, 2014Date of Patent: June 7, 2016Assignee: ThinkGeek, Inc.Inventors: Tyson Liotta, Taehoon Kim
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Patent number: D758804Type: GrantFiled: September 12, 2014Date of Patent: June 14, 2016Assignee: ThinkGeek, Inc.Inventors: Tyson Liotta, Taehoon Kim