Patents Assigned to ThinkGeek, Inc.
  • Patent number: 8648242
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2014
    Assignee: ThinkGeek, Inc.
    Inventor: Tyson Liotta
  • Patent number: 8642873
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2014
    Assignee: ThinkGeek, Inc.
    Inventor: Tyson Liotta
  • Patent number: 8476519
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2013
    Assignee: Thinkgeek, Inc.
    Inventor: Tyson Liotta
  • Publication number: 20120169597
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: January 3, 2012
    Publication date: July 5, 2012
    Applicant: ThinkGeek, Inc.
    Inventor: Tyson Liotta
  • Publication number: 20110197334
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: February 10, 2011
    Publication date: August 18, 2011
    Applicant: ThinkGeek, Inc.
    Inventor: Tyson Liotta
  • Publication number: 20110197742
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: February 10, 2011
    Publication date: August 18, 2011
    Applicant: ThinkGeek, Inc.
    Inventor: Tyson Liotta
  • Publication number: 20110197333
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: February 10, 2011
    Publication date: August 18, 2011
    Applicant: ThinkGeek, Inc.
    Inventor: Tyson Liotta
  • Patent number: D755018
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 3, 2016
    Assignee: ThinkGeek, Inc.
    Inventors: Tyson Liotta, Taehoon Kim
  • Patent number: D758136
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2016
    Assignee: ThinkGeek, Inc.
    Inventors: Tyson Liotta, Taehoon Kim
  • Patent number: D758804
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2016
    Assignee: ThinkGeek, Inc.
    Inventors: Tyson Liotta, Taehoon Kim