Abstract: A wireless audio receiver comprises a housing with a wireless transceiver and a battery disposed therein. An audio cord comprises an audio wire with a pair of earbuds at one end and an audio connection at an opposite end coupled to the housing. A flexible band is coupled to the housing at a proximal end and extends to a distal free end. A magnetic coupling is between the distal free end of the flexible band and the housing. The flexible band and the housing form a ring for enclosing and securing a portion of the audio cord wound around the housing of the wireless audio receiver and secured by the flexible band. The flexible band and the housing form a clip capable of gripping an article of clothing in the magnetic coupling.

Abstract: A cord management system comprises a collar with a bore enclosing a portion of the cord. A flexible band extends from a proximal end at the collar to a distal free end. A free ferromagnetic button is embedded in the distal free end of the band. A fixed ferromagnetic button is embedded in the collar. The band forms a ring with the free ferromagnetic button of the distal free end of the band magnetically coupled to the fixed ferromagnetic button of the collar for enclosing and securing a portion of a loop or a bundle formed by the cord. The proximal end of the band can extend from one side of the collar, and the fixed ferromagnetic button can be disposed in the collar on another side of the collar opposite the proximal end of the band.

Abstract: A multi-speaker audio system is configured to provide flexible use of speakers in any number of different environments. The multi-speaker system may include a stationary speaker unit and a portable speaker unit. The portable speaker unit may be operated in conjunction with, or separate from, the stationary speaker unit. When connected or otherwise used with the stationary speaker unit, the portable speaker unit may receive audio signals and pass at least some of the signals and/or corresponding data to the stationary speaker unit for output. When disconnected from the stationary speaker unit, the portable speaker unit may receive audio signals and output sound accordingly. The stationary speaker unit may also be able to receive audio signals and pass at least some of the signals or corresponding audio data to the portable speaker unit or output the data itself.

Abstract: A wireless speaker and digital camera device comprises a speaker, a lens, and image sensor, a processor, a wireless transceiver, a digital memory device, a battery and a shutter button to cause the at least one processor to capture a still image or video from the image sensor and store a captured image or video in the digital memory device. The processor and the wireless transceiver being configured to pair with a portable, hand-held computer. The device also having a play button to cause the processor and the transceiver to wirelessly receive music data from the portable, hand-held computer and play the music data through the speaker. The device can have a microphone and the processor can be capable of suspending operation of the speaker during operation of the microphone.

Abstract: A computing system is provided with a portable electronic device, a computing accessory, and a multi-functional support accessory. The support accessory may provide a supportive configuration for supporting the portable electronic device in an upright, working position. The support accessory can also transition to a protective configuration for acting as a protective cover for the computing accessory. When the support accessory is in the protective configuration, the computing accessory can be inserted into, or otherwise protected thereby. When the support accessory is in the supportive position, the portable electronic device can be stabilized in an upright orientation by the support accessory.

Abstract: An accessory for an electronic device, such as a mobile computing device, includes a housing and a support element that are configured to support the electronic device in an inclined orientation. The support element of the accessory may comprise an elongated recess that receives a portion (e.g., an edge portion) of an electronic device to orient and support the electronic device in the inclined orientation. The accessory may also include a peripheral component, such as a user interface component (e.g., a keyboard, a track pad, etc.) or any other component that may enhance or supplement functionality of the electronic device.

Abstract: A supplemental, rechargeable battery device has a housing containing a battery and a cord receiving portion circumscribing the housing. A button is coupled directly to and extending directly from a lateral side of the housing. A flexible strap is coupled to the housing and has a fixed end fixedly attached to a distal end of the housing, and an opposite free end removably couplable to the button.

Abstract: A reversible folio for a tablet computer has a tablet shell with a cavity removably receiving the tablet computer. A keyboard is pivotally and removably coupled to the tablet shell. A channel is pivotally coupled to an edge of the keyboard. An interior of the channel removably receives the proximal edge of the tablet shell, and has a profile mating with a profile of the tablet shell. The channel and proximal edge have first and second symmetrical magnet arrays, respectively. The proximal edge of the tablet shell physically mates with the channel of the keyboard, and the second magnet array of the tablet shell magnetically mates with the first magnet array of the channel, in both a first orientation and an opposite second orientation.

Abstract: A folio for use with a tablet computer comprises a pair of leafs pivotally coupled together at a hinge with a keyboard carried by one of the pair of leafs, and another of the pair of leafs carrying the tablet computer and defining a cover for the keyboard in the closed configuration. A fixed top stop is fixed to the cover opposite the hinge and extends outwardly from the cover configured to abut to the tablet computer. A sliding shelf is movably coupled to the cover adjacent the hinge and opposite the fixed top stop to receive the tablet computer thereon in the open configuration. Bias means is coupled to the sliding shelf for biasing the sliding shelf towards the fixed top stop.

Abstract: A case for a portable electronic device, such as a mobile telephone (e.g., a smart phone, etc.), a portable media player or a tablet computer, includes at least one game control element for use in playing a game on the portable electronic device. In addition to the game control element, the protective case may include a receptacle and a base, which may be part of the receptacle or operatively associated with the receptacle. The receptacle is configured to receive or otherwise carry the portable electronic device, and may be configured to protect the portable electronic device. The receptacle may be configured to move relative to the base in a manner that enables a user to select an orientation of a display of the portable electronic device relative to the at least one game control element.

Abstract: A keyboard is configured to protect the display, or screen, and optionally the housing of a mobile computing device, such as a tablet computer, while the mobile computing device is not in use. When positioned over the display of a mobile computing device, the keyboard may provide protection without substantially increasing the thickness or other dimensions of the mobile computing device. The keyboard may also include a slot for orienting the tablet computer or other mobile computing device in a working orientation. Systems including assemblies of a keyboard and a mobile computing device, such as a tablet computer, are also disclosed, as are methods for using keyboards with tablet computers and other mobile computing devices.