Abstract: A portable power charger is provided for charging an electronic device from a rechargeable battery internally disposed within the charger. An attachment system is also provided for connecting the electronic device to the portable charger and maintaining the connection during charging, whether by wireless means or by direct charging connection. The attachment system can also ensure that respective wireless transmission components in the portable charger and the electronic device, where available, are properly aligned for optimal and efficient wireless charging. The alignment system can comprise an arrangement of magnets on each of the portable charger and the electronic device, whereby said magnets are geometrically arrangement is spaced apart relationship to one another. The alignment system may alternatively comprise a sticky pads, suction cups or hook-and-loop fasteners to physical attach the electronic device to the portable charger.

Abstract: A car charger interface, adapted for connection with a car charger socket, is connected to an electronic device or portable charger unit and movable between an extended condition for use and a retracted condition for storage. The interface has a generally flat shape when not in use and can be unfolded to a shape adapted for complementary connection with the car charger socket for use. The interface comprises a first portion and a second portion movable relative to one another between folded and unfolded conditions. The second portion may comprise wings pivotally connected along the first portion for pivoting to an unfolded position projecting from the first portion to form a generally X-shaped adapter body. Alternately, the second portion may be positioned at the longitudinal end of the first portion and connected thereto via a pivot point at the central longitudinal axis thereof for pivotal movement.

Abstract: A portable charger is provided for charging electronic devices from a rechargeable internal battery. To accommodate multiple electronic devices, a portable charger unit is combined with multiple power output connection interfaces for connecting to more than one electronic device, as necessary, including connector cables attached to the charger housing or power connection ports. The charger also includes at least one power input connection interface for recharging the internal battery from an external power source, including an AC wall plug interface and a DC car charger interface, each connected to the charger housing and movable between a retracted, storage position and an extended use position. The power output connector cables can also be stored within storage cavities formed in the charger housing when not in use and extended therefrom for connection with electronic devices in need of recharging. The power connection ports can act as power inputs, power outputs, or both.

Abstract: A portable charger capable of jump starting a 12 V car battery includes a charger battery, a jump start circuit operatively electrically connected with the charger battery and with an ignition power outlet, and a microcontroller for coordinating safety functions to establish or interrupt the operative electrical connection of the jump start circuit with the ignition power outlet. The ignition power outlet comprises a positive power socket, a negative power socket, a positive sensing socket and a negative sensing socket. The sensing sockets are electrically isolated from the power sockets, and the microcontroller senses voltage across the sensing sockets and is configured to interrupt the operative electrical connection of the jump start circuit to the ignition power outlet until proper voltage is sensed across the sensing sockets.

Abstract: A portable power charger is provided for wirelessly charging an electronic device from a rechargeable battery internally disposed within the charger. An attachment system is also provided for connecting the electronic device to the portable charger so that the respective wireless transmission components therein are properly aligned for optimal and efficient wireless charging. The alignment system can comprise an arrangement of magnets on each of the portable charger and the electronic device, whereby said magnets are geometrically arrangement is spaced apart relationship to one another. The magnetic arrays on each of the portable charger and the electronic device are complementary to ensure the proper positioning of one relative to the other. The electronic device may alternatively use an attachment ship secured thereto with a magnet array complementing the arrangement on the portable charger, or a protective case with a built in magnetic arrangement at a predetermined location and orientation.

Abstract: A portable power charger kit is provided for charging electronic devices from a rechargeable internal battery. The portable charger kit comprises a wallet, a charger unit, and one or more interchangeable charging cables, each having a first end connection interface and a second end connection interface. The ends of the charging cable are storable within respective first and second cavities formed in the charger unit. A power connection port is provided in the charger unit in operative communication with the internal battery. The connection port may be disposed within the first cavity for engagement with the first connection interface of the charging cable. The second end of the charging cable may be removed from its storage cavity and flexed out and away from the charger housing for engagement with a portable electronic device or an external power source while the first end remains in engagement with the power connection port.

Abstract: A compact, decorative portable charger is provided for charging an electronic device on-the-go. The portable charger has a charger housing having a rechargeable battery internally disposed therein for connecting to and recharging an electronic device, as necessary, via a power connection female port, a power connection male interface, and/or a wireless transmitter disposed within the charger housing. The internal rechargeable battery of the portable charger can be recharged via a power connection female port, a power connection male interface, and/or a wireless receiver disposed within the charger housing. The portable charger further includes a motion light triggered by a motion sensor, and an attachment mechanism whereby the portable charger can be used as a fashion accessory attached, for example, to a purse, bag, or article of clothing, readily accessible for use to recharge electronic devices.

Abstract: A compact, decorative and multi-functional portable power charger and cable apparatus includes a portable charger unit with a housing where the housing encloses an internal rechargeable battery unit for connecting to and recharging one or more electronic devices, and a charging cable extending from the charger housing and in operative communication with the rechargeable battery. At least the charger housing is surrounded by an aesthetic feature, which can comprise a tasseled fitting, a puffball, a luggage tag, or a doll or teddy bear to hide the charger unit. Electrical fittings including power connection interfaces for connecting the charger and cable apparatus with at least one electronic device, or an external power source, or both, can be provided on the charging cable and also hidden by the aesthetic feature. The power charger and cable apparatus can be attached to a fashion accessory, such as a purse, a bag, luggage or clothing.

Abstract: A compact, decorative portable charger is provided for charging an electronic device on-the-go. The portable charger has a charger housing having a rechargeable battery internally disposed therein for connecting to and recharging an electronic device, as necessary, via a power connection female port, a power connection male interface, and/or a wireless transmitter disposed within the charger housing. The internal rechargeable battery of the portable charger can be recharged via a power connection female port, a power connection male interface, and/or a wireless receiver disposed within the charger housing. The portable charger further includes a motion light triggered by a motion sensor, and an attachment mechanism whereby the portable charger can be used as a fashion accessory attached, for example, to a purse, bag, or article of clothing, readily accessible for use to recharge electronic devices.

Abstract: A battery-operated light bulb can be used as (i) a regular light bulb, inserted into a standard light socket to be powered off an electrical grid; (ii) an automatically battery back-up emergency and safety light bulb for operation when the electrical grid is offline; and (iii) a portable flashlight when separated from the light socket. The light bulb is also equipped with a motion sensor for turning on the light bulb when movement is detected; a timer for turning off the light bulb after a preset time period, and an ambient light sensor for adjusting the intensity of the light bulb depending on ambient light levels, with all of which the operation of the light bulb can be controlled so as to conserve power, to preserve battery life so it is available when needed in emergency situations, and to prolong the life of the bulb.

Abstract: A compact, decorative and multi-functional portable power charger and cable apparatus includes a portable charger unit with a housing where the housing encloses an internal rechargeable battery unit for connecting to and recharging one or more electronic devices, and a charging cable extending from the charger housing and in operative communication with the rechargeable battery. At least the charger housing is surrounded by an aesthetic feature, which can comprise a tasseled fitting, a puffball, a luggage tag, or a doll or teddy bear to hide the charger unit. Electrical fittings including power connection interfaces for connecting the charger and cable apparatus with at least one electronic device, or an external power source, or both, can be provided on the charging cable and also hidden by the aesthetic feature. The power charger and cable apparatus can be attached to a fashion accessory, such as a purse, a bag, luggage or clothing.

Abstract: A safety circuit is provided for a portable charger having a charger battery operatively connected by a power supply to positive and negative jumper cable jacks capable of jump starting a 12V car battery as well as at least one USB port capable of charging 5V portable electronic devices. The safety circuit includes a jump start relay operatively connecting the power supply to the positive and negative jumper cable jacks; a microprocessor, and a voltage input analyzer operatively connected with the microprocessor to enable or disable the jump start relay.

Abstract: A portable power charger is provided for charging one or more electronic devices from a rechargeable internal battery. The portable power charger is attachable to the surface of an electronic device via an attachment means located on the charger housing. The portable power charger includes at least one power connection for connecting the charger with an external power source, or at least one electronic device, or both, for direct charge connectivity. The power connection can be a power connection port or a power connector cable, attached to the charger housing, each capable of acting as a power input, a power output, or both. The portable charger also includes wireless power transmission components, such as a transmitter and a receiver, for recharging the charger as well as electronic devices via wireless power transmission methods.

Abstract: A portable power charger having an internal rechargeable battery includes a charger housing having at least one power connection port and a flashlight feature having at least one light source. The power connection port is operatively connected to the rechargeable battery and used for connecting the charger with an external power source, an electronic device, or both. The flashlight feature is also operatively connected to the internal battery. The charger housing takes the form of a fashion accessory that can be worn by the user, making the power charger readily available and accessible when needed to charge an electronic device when a standard power source is not available. The charger housing can be opened or folded to expose the power connection port for use, and closed or unfolded to hide the power connection port so as not to detract from the charger's use as a fashion accessory.

Abstract: A portable charger and cradle assembly is provided for holding and charging an electronic device from an internal battery or an external power source wirelessly or via direct connection between the electronic device and the assembly. The assembly has a cradle housing with a support surface against which the electronic device may be held for wireless charging, and a support member attached to the cradle housing for positioning the cradle and electronic device as desired. At the end of the support member, a power connection interface is provided for coupling with an external power source to provide a charge to the electronic device via the charger and cradle assembly. In alternate embodiments, mounting means, such as a clip, can be provided at the end of the support member for holding the assembly in place.

Abstract: A portable charger is provided for charging electronic devices from a rechargeable internal battery. To accommodate multiple electronic devices, a portable charger unit is combined with multiple power output connection interfaces for connecting to more than one electronic device, as necessary, including connector cables attached to the charger housing or power connection ports. The charger also includes at least one power input connection interface for recharging the internal battery from an external power source, including an AC wall plug interface and a DC car charger interface, each connected to the charger housing and movable between a retracted, storage position and an extended use position. The power output connector cables can also be stored within storage cavities formed in the charger housing when not in use and extended therefrom for connection with electronic devices in need of recharging. The power connection ports can act as power inputs, power outputs, or both.