Abstract: The universal game controller is provided for use with a plurality of different types of cellular phones and permits gaming software on the cellular phones to be played in a convenient manner. The controller includes a phone dock for replaceably receiving any of a plurality of types of cellular phones. A receptor is provided for making electrical connection to the cellular phone. Control pads are provided for receiving pressure from a user's thumbs and generating control and command signals that can be transmitted to the cellular phone.

Abstract: A case for portable electronic devices having a magnetically shielded fastener is provided. The case includes a plurality of walls defining a cavity for slideably receiving a portable electronic device and a flap extending from at least one of the walls to enclose the device within the case. A fastener mechanism for retaining the flap in place includes a first fastener in a front wall of the case and a second fastener in the flap. The first fastener includes a magnet and a receiver configured for receiving the magnet and for redirecting the magnetic field generated by the magnet away from the device disposed within the case. The second fastener is configured from a magnetically attractive material. By shielding the magnet, the magnetic field generated by the magnet is redirected away from the device disposed in the case and focused towards the second fastener to maintain optimal pull force closure.

Abstract: The universal game controller is provided for use with a plurality of different types of cellular phones and permits gaming software on the cellular phones to be played in a convenient manner. The controller includes a phone dock for replaceably receiving any of a plurality of types of cellular phones. A receptor is provided for making electrical connection to the cellular phone. Control pads are provided for receiving pressure from a user's thumbs and generating control and command signals that can be transmitted to the cellular phone.