Abstract: A carrying case for a portable electronic device is disclosed. Generally speaking, the protective case for a portable electronic device comprises a body section having a back surface and upturned sides, and a rim affixed to an edge of the upturned sides of the body sections, the rim defining an open area. Preferably, the body section is comprised of contrasting colors and forms a cavity defined by the back surface and the upturned sides. Further, the body section and the rim are preferably formed of the same material. A second protective section may be used to form a protective shell-like structure about the electronic device.

Abstract: A method for applying an image onto a surface (or substrate) of most any material, including thermoplastic, thermoset plastic, metal, metal alloys, wood, cellulose material, polymer, synthetic fabric, natural fabric, glass, ceramic, and combinations thereof, includes the steps of preparing a substrate for application of an image, placing the transfer sheet onto the prepared substrate, applying heat to the substrate and image sufficient to sublimate the image, allowing the image to absorb into the prepared substrate, and then curing the imaged substrate. Multiple substrates may be individually imaged and joined, if desired. One or more of the substrates may be at least partially transparent (e.g., clear, transparent or translucent) such that portions of other images, substrates or objects placed behind the one or more substrates are at least partially visible through the one or more substrates.

Abstract: A folio for an electronic device, the folio having an outer housing, an inner housing within the outer housing and including electronics, and a hinged cover attached to one of either the inner or outer housing. The cover may attach along any of four sides of one of the housings. Further, the electronics of the inner housing are divided into a plurality of components. The sensor circuit board assembly, the main electronics circuit board assembly and the dock connector are separate components. The cover attaches to the inner housing on either or both sides of the sensor assembly and the dock connector is positioned at the opposite end of the inner housing. Preferably, the three separate components are connected by ribbon wire or the like.

Abstract: A charging case or system for an electronic device case, having a protective housing capable of aesthetic alteration, includes a replaceable and customizable shell and a rechargeable battery unit. A plurality of shells may have different images thereon and can be interchanged in a continuous sidewall portion to alter the look of the case. The shell images may include various colors, pictures, designs, logos, or even text.

Abstract: A two-piece carrying case for a portable electronic device is disclosed. Generally speaking, the protective case includes a first body section and a second body section, each having a back surface, upturned sides, a connecting surface and a rim tightly bonded to an edge of the upturned sides of each body section. The rim defines an open area. The first and second body sections are joined by overlapping the respective connecting surfaces. Correspondingly aligned protrusions and depressions in the connecting surfaces retain the two sections in an overlapping configuration.

Abstract: An electronic device case or system having a protective housing capable of aesthetic change. A plurality of back panels having different images thereon can be interchanged in a sidewall portion to alter the look of the case. The panel images may be colors, pictures, designs, logos, or even text.

Abstract: A charging case or system for an electronic device case, having a protective housing capable of aesthetic alteration, includes a replaceable and customizable shell and a rechargeable battery unit. A plurality of shells may have different images thereon and can be interchanged in a continuous sidewall portion to alter the look of the case. The shell images may include various colors, pictures, designs, logos, or even text.

Abstract: A waterproof case intended to protect an electronic device from harm caused by exposure to material, such as dirt, dust and water. Generally, the case includes a shell having front and back panels, peripheral sidewalls on three sides, and an opening on a fourth side defined by edges of the shell. A fourth sidewall is attached to the shell, via a hinge, and is configured to seal the opening of the shell. A latch secures the fourth sidewall in a closed position as well. A lock may be used to engage the latch to prevent unintended unlatching of the sidewall. Further, as it is intended that the phone be fully functional while stored in the waterproof case, at least one button interface is positioned on a peripheral sidewall to permit operation of phone features, such as placing and receiving calls, photographing, game operation and control, etc.

Abstract: An electronic device case or system having a protective housing capable of aesthetic change. A plurality of back panels having different images thereon can be interchanged in a sidewall portion to alter the look of the case. The panel images may be colors, pictures, designs, logos, or even text.

Abstract: A cover for an electronic device having a first panel including a first and second edge, a second panel including a first and second edge and being positioned adjacent the first panel, a third panel including a first edge adjacent the second panel opposite the first panel, and means for connecting the first panel to a device holder or to the device itself. The cover may attach to a separate back panel which can be detachably secured to the electronic device. The second edge of the first panel, the first and second edges of the second panel and the first edge of the third panel are slanted so as to allow adjacent panels to be configured to form an angle to one another. The edges of adjacent panels are V-shaped and include two sidewalls which abut when the panels move together. This limits the minimum angle between adjacent panels.

Abstract: A two-piece carrying case for a portable electronic device is disclosed. Generally speaking, the protective case includes a first body section and a second body section, each having a back surface, upturned sides, a connecting surface and a rim tightly bonded to an edge of the upturned sides of each body section. The rim defines an open area. The first and second body sections are joined by overlapping the respective connecting surfaces. Correspondingly aligned protrusions and depressions in the connecting surfaces retain the two sections in an overlapping configuration.

Abstract: A method for applying an image onto a surface (or substrate) of most any material, including thermoplastic, thermoset plastic, metal, metal alloys, wood, cellulose material, polymer, synthetic fabric, natural fabric, glass, ceramic, and combinations thereof, includes the steps of preparing a substrate for application of an image, placing the transfer sheet onto the prepared substrate, applying heat to the substrate and image sufficient to sublimate the image, allowing the image to absorb into the prepared substrate, and then curing the imaged substrate. Multiple substrates may be individually imaged and joined, if desired. One or more of the substrates may be at least partially transparent (e.g., clear, transparent or translucent) such that portions of other images, substrates or objects placed behind the one or more substrates are at least partially visible through the one or more substrates.

Abstract: A carrying case for a portable electronic device is disclosed. Generally speaking, the protective case for a portable electronic device comprises a body section having a back surface and upturned sides, and a rim affixed to an edge of the upturned sides of the body sections, the rim defining an open area. Preferably, the body section is comprised of contrasting colors and forms a cavity defined by the back surface and the upturned sides. Further, the body section and the rim are preferably formed of the same material. A second protective section may be used to form a protective shell-like structure about the electronic device.