Abstract: A laptop holder for an exercise apparatus is provided which includes a base having a generally planar front surface for receiving a laptop computer and a rear surface configured for engaging a generally planar surface of the exercise apparatus. At least one strap extends from the base and is configured to wrap around a portion of the exercise apparatus to form a loop with the base. Disposed on the base is a pocket defining a pocket opening for receiving a laptop computer.

Abstract: A pill case has an oblong base with pill spaces on opposite sides of a cup holder in the base. A collapsible cup is provided within the cup holder. A lid has an accessory housing. The lid is attached to the base via a hinge or fold joint. The lid may have a lower edge or lip generally having the same shape as an upper edge, lip or groove on the base, to form a clamshell-type container. The accessory housing fits into the cup within the cup holder when the pill case is closed. An electronic accessory, such as a clock, may be contained within the accessory housing.

Abstract: A combination desk accessory and USB device includes an electric motor or mechanism in a housing, and USB ports on the housing. A least one of the USB ports is electrically linked to the electric motor or mechanism for providing power to the motor or mechanism. Batteries may optionally be provided in a battery compartment in the housing, with the battery compartment electrically linked to the electric motor or mechanism and to one or more of the USB ports. A power supply circuit electrically connected to at least one of the USB ports, the battery compartment and motor or mechanism, may be provided to control electrical power. The desk accessory may be an electric stapler, pencil sharpener, letter opener, fan, or similar electrically powered device.

Abstract: A pedometer or other portable electronic device may include substantially triangular first and second sections hinged together along a diagonal. A storage compartment is provided in one or both of the sections. The storage compartment may be accessed when the first section is pivoted open relative to the second section. A belt or pocket clip may be provided on the back of the first or second section. If used, the clip may extend in a direction substantially parallel to the hinge. A display, and control switches are provided for interaction with the electronic device.

Abstract: A portable electronic device has a plate pivotably attached to the housing. A cover assembly is pivotably attached to the plate. A cover plate is pivotably attached to the plate. A clip is provided on the cover plate. The cover plate can be pivoted to cover either side of the housing, or to position the clip into a desired orientation. The clip may also act as a stand, to allow the device to stand up on a flat surface.

Abstract: A flashlight/pedometer has a pedometer assembly in a body. The pedometer assembly detects and counts paces or steps. The number of steps is displayed on a display on the body. A head is pivotally attached to the body via a hinge connection. The head includes one or more lighting elements controlled by a switch. The flashlight/pedometer performs both pedometer and flashlight functions.

Abstract: A card holder includes a first or front section having a front section wall, a front radius section joining the front section wall to a front top lip, and a compartment attached to the front section wall. The compartment may be sized and shaped to hold standard business cards (which are typically about 3½ inches long and 2 inches high). A second or back section is pivotally attached to the front section by a hinge joint. The back section has a back section wall and a back radius section joining the back section wall to a back top lip. A display, such as an electronic display of a clock or other device, may be positioned on the back section wall. The front and back sections may be folded together to provide a more compact card holder, especially for packaging, shipping or storage.

Abstract: A desk or office accessory, such as an adhesive tape dispenser, has a base holding one, two, or more smaller office sub-components or devices that may be removed from the base, used as preferred, and then optionally returned or reattached to the base. The sub-components may be, for example, a calculator, a staple remover, a letter opener, etc. The sub-components may be attached to the base via magnets, Velcro hook and loop tape, fasteners, adhesive areas, etc. The base may include areas intended be printed with or holding an image, such as a photograph, artwork, corporate logo, etc.

Abstract: A pedometer or other portable electronic device may include substantially triangular first and second sections hinged together along a diagonal. A storage compartment is provided in one or both of the sections. The storage compartment may be accessed when the first section is pivoted open relative to the second section. A belt or pocket clip may be provided on the back of the first or second section. If used, the clip may extend in a direction substantially parallel to the hinge. A display, and control switches are provided for interaction with the electronic device.

Abstract: A multipurpose apparatus useful for carrying liquid, providing storage and emitting light includes a vessel with a removable drinking cap and carrying handle. The bottom end of the vessel is detachably fastened to a removable storage container, which is detachably fastened to a removable flashlight. The storage container may also include a removable lid for use without the vessel.

Abstract: A combination stapler and tape dispenser device is adapted to lay prone on a bottom surface or to allow it to stand up on at least one end. An analog or digital display on the device can pivot or rotate and is typically weighted so that it remains upright, and hence easily readable, regardless of the orientation of the device. The display may be at a front end of the device for greater visibility when the device is standing up.