Abstract: Managing shared usage of a set of parking spaces. A system includes a processor, a control circuit, a memory, and a communication interface. One or more software modules are encoded in the memory that execute a parking management application in the processor. When executed the parking management application configures the control circuit to: receive a user input from an owner through the communication interface, concerning a parking space, an availability of the parking space and a user location. The parking management application further configures the control circuit to receive a request from a visitor through the communication interface to park among the set of parking spaces, process the request together with the user input and user location to determine an optimal parking arrangement, assign a parking destination to the visitor based on the optimal parking arrangement; and transmit the assigned parking destination to the visitor.

Abstract: An accessory for use with a shaving device includes a hollow flexible body having an open first end constructed to receive a free end of the shaving device that is opposite a razor blade and a closed second end. The closed second end has an arcuate shape. The accessory also includes a plurality of micro-blades disposed at the closed second end along an arcuate-shaped exterior surface thereof for trimming hair located in difficult to reach rounded facial areas.

Abstract: An enhanced protective helmet includes in one embodiment an outer shell and a molded lining disposed within the outer shell and contoured to surround a human head. The helmet further includes an elongated antenna having a proximal end and a free end, the antenna being supported by the molded lining. The helmet includes a connection point which can be mounted to the molded lining or otherwise extend away from the proximal end of the antenna, the connection point communicatively connected to the proximal end of the antenna. The connection point receives a connection from a mobile communication device, thereby linking the mobile communication device and the antenna.

Abstract: An enhanced protective helmet includes in one embodiment an outer shell and a molded lining disposed within the outer shell and contoured to surround a human head. The helmet further includes an elongated antenna having a proximal end and a free end, the antenna being supported by the molded lining. The helmet includes a connection point which can be mounted to the molded lining or otherwise extend away from the proximal end of the antenna, the connection point communicatively connected to the proximal end of the antenna. The connection point receives a connection from a mobile communication device, thereby linking the mobile communication device and the antenna. The antenna is located at helmet location that is along one side of the helmet above a left or right ear of the user for optimizing antenna performance.

Abstract: A system and method are provided for a system and method for initiating ad-hoc communication between mobile headsets. A communication device is provided, including a processor and a control circuit which is connected to the processor and which has a paired-communication module that configures the processor to provide paired communication with at least one additional device. The control circuit further includes an ad-hoc communication module that configures the processor to establish and maintain an ad-hoc communication session with a second communication device that is not presently paired with the first communication device. The referenced communication session is enabled by acquiring an open communication channel. Additionally, a method for providing an ad-hoc communication session with at least one communication device is provided.

Abstract: A communications system is configured to attach to a helmet that includes vent openings formed in an outer shell of the helmet. Components of the system are configured to extend through the openings of the helmet for detachably coupling the components to the helmet. The system can include a main communications module that includes electronic components and a control panel and the system can further include other audio components that include speakers and a microphone. The system also provides the ability to communicate with and/or operate as a digital media player, a radio tuner, a telephone, or a global positioning system (GPS) or another device using Bluetooth technology or other technology.

Abstract: A communications system is configured to attach to a helmet that includes vent openings formed in an outer shell of the helmet. Components of the system are configured to extend through the openings of the helmet for detachably coupling the components to the helmet. The system can include a main communications module that includes electronic components and a control panel and the system can further include other audio components that include speakers and a microphone. The system also provides the ability to communicate with and/or operate as a digital media player, a radio tuner, a telephone, or a global positioning system (GPS) or another device using Bluetooth technology.

Abstract: A communications headset for use with a wireless telephone comprises a mount and a first and second attachment shaped to secure itself to the mount, wherein the first attachment is configured to secure itself around the ear of a user and wherein the second attachment includes a top portion to secure itself to the frame of a pair of glasses worn by the user. Optionally, the mount includes a slot formed through the housing of the communication headset and the first and second attachments include a downwardly dependent leg shaped and sized for receipt in the slot. Also optionally, the mount and the first and second attachment are secured to one another using a magnet attached to either of the housing or the attachments.

Abstract: A display for use in connection with a call-receiving electronic device, and an associated headset electronic device, wherein the display is in wireless communication with and physically independent of the call-receiving electronic device and headset. The display is preferably supported by a holster, wherein the holster is further sized to seat the headset while the headset is not in use. The call-receiving electronic device is capable of wirelessly communicating at least caller ID information to a first communication module associated with the headset or to a second communication module associated with the display. Optionally, the first module wirelessly communicates at least the caller ID information to the second communication module associated with the display. The second module outputs at least the caller ID information to the display. Thus, a user can view the caller ID information on the display without having to handle the call-receiving electronic device or the headset.

Abstract: A wireless communication headset for use with an electronic device comprises a first headset housing a first speaker, a first module providing communication over a first protocol with the electronic device, and a circuit connecting the first speaker so as to receive signals from the first module. A second module is provided which is electrically connected through the circuit to the first module, the second module including a transmitter providing one-way communication over a second protocol which is non-compliant with the first protocol. A second headset which is independent of the first headset includes a second speaker and a receiver compliant with the second protocol, the receiver providing signals to the second speaker.

Abstract: A wireless communication headset for reducing wind-induced noise and providing improved microphone performance under a variety of different ambient noise conditions includes a housing defining a cavity and first and second apertures in communication with the cavity. A microphone disposed within the cavity has a transducer oriented along an axis, whereby the first and second apertures are located on opposite sides of the axis. A baffle surrounds the transducer and is oriented along the axial direction. Optionally, a shroud at a forward end of the baffle defines an air space ahead of the transducer. Further still, a liner such as a foam layer or swatch of fabric is disposed within the cavity, providing a diffuse acoustic path between the first and second apertures and the transducer so as to prevent wind flow from directly impinging upon the microphone.

Abstract: A communications headset for use with a wireless telephone comprises a mount and a first and second attachment shaped to secure itself to the mount, wherein the first attachment is configured to secure itself around the ear of a user and wherein the second attachment includes a top portion to secure itself to the frame of a pair of glasses worn by the user. Optionally, the mount includes a slot formed through the housing of the communication headset and the first and second attachments include a downwardly dependent leg shaped and sized for receipt in the slot. Also optionally, the mount and the first and second attachment are secured to one another using a magnet attached to either of the housing or the attachments.

Abstract: A method for guiding a young child, “user” (410), in a controlled virtual environment (400) is disclosed. The controlled virtual environment (400) is constructed by software when executed in a computer. A guardian establishes parameters and a user (410) is thereafter presented with the controlled environment which is governed, in part, by the guardian-provided parameters. Data is accumulated concerning interactions and movements of the user's selector device within the controlled environment. The user (410) is provided with guidance on the basis of the accumulated data (415), within the constraints of the parameters provided by the guardian. The guardian can be provided with reports concerning at least a portion of the accumulated data, for example, by electronic mail.

Abstract: A wireless communication headset for attachment to glasses or sunglasses comprises a transceiver within a housing for bi-directional communication with a communication device, a boom hingedly connected to the housing, a microphone affixed to the boom, an earphone connected to the transceiver, and a grasp shaped to secure the housing to the temple arm of a pair of glasses. Preferably, movement of the boom causes at least a portion of the circuitry within the communication headset to be actuated.