Abstract: A video game controller charging device is supported directly on the top of a video game console and integrated therewith. The device includes a main body portion having a console-engaging structure for providing support to the device while positioned on top of the game console. One or more controller support surfaces, formed as cradles or docking structures for receiving game controllers, are formed on a top surface of the charging device. An extension arm engages a second surface of the game console and includes power connector integrated therein and adapted to engage a power source connection on the game console when the charging device is installed on the game console. Fastening devices may include suction devices that may be selectively activated to secure the charging device to a surface of the game console.

Abstract: A secure charging station for portable electronic devices (PEDs) may include plurality of individual charging sub-stations, each with an associated charging port, PED sensing area and authentication system. The PED sensing area includes one or more sensors sensing the presence and/or absence of the PED. The authentication system permits a PED owner to enter authentication information, such as a four-digit code via keypad, or information on a credit card, to initiate a secure mode in which unauthorized removal of the PED will trigger an alarm. When in the secure mode, the charging station may display a signal to notify unauthorized persons that tampering or removal of a corresponding PED from the sensing area will trigger an alarm.

Abstract: A secure charging station for portable electronic devices (PEDs) may include plurality of individual charging sub-stations, each with an associated charging port, PED sensing area and authentication system. The PED sensing area includes one or more sensors sensing the presence and/or absence of the PED. The authentication system permits a PED owner to enter authentication information, such as a four-digit code via keypad, or information on a credit card, to initiate a secure mode in which unauthorized removal of the PED will trigger an alarm. When in the secure mode, the charging station may display a signal to notify unauthorized persons that tampering or removal of a corresponding PED from the sensing area will trigger an alarm.

Abstract: A secure charging station for portable electronic devices (PEDs) may include plurality of individual charging sub-stations, each with an associated charging port, PED sensing area and authentication system. The PED sensing area includes one or more sensors sensing the presence and/or absence of the PED. The authentication system permits a PED owner to enter authentication information, such as a four-digit code via keypad, or information on a credit card, to initiate a secure mode in which unauthorized removal of the PED will trigger an alarm. When in the secure mode, the charging station may display a signal to notify unauthorized persons that tampering or removal of a corresponding PED from the sensing area will trigger an alarm.

Abstract: A lens accessory for a video game sensor device and a method of adjusting a sensing distance of a video game sensor device. A lens accessory for a video game sensor device includes a first lens configured to cover an infrared light emitter of the video game sensor device, a second lens configured to cover an infrared light receiver of the video game sensor device, and a body portion coupling the first lens and the second lens together, the body portion being removably attachable to the video game sensor device, and the first lens and the second lens having a magnification for adjusting a sensing distance of the video game sensor device.

Abstract: A lens accessory for a video game sensor device and a method of adjusting a sensing distance of a video game sensor device. A lens accessory for a video game sensor device includes a first lens configured to cover an infrared light emitter of the video game sensor device, a second lens configured to cover an infrared light receiver of the video game sensor device, and a body portion coupling the first lens and the second lens together, the body portion being removably attachable to the video game sensor device, and the first lens and the second lens having a magnification for adjusting a sensing distance of the video game sensor device.

Abstract: A lens accessory for a video game sensor device and a method of adjusting a sensing distance of a video game sensor device. A lens accessory for a video game sensor device includes a first lens configured to cover an infrared light emitter of the video game sensor device, a second lens configured to cover an infrared light receiver of the video game sensor device, and a body portion coupling the first lens and the second lens together, the body portion being removably attachable to the video game sensor device, and the first lens and the second lens having a magnification for adjusting a sensing distance of the video game sensor device.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a digital media transfer device adapted to transfer compressed digital multimedia files from one digital media device to another digital media device. The digital media transfer device has two ports for interfacing with respective digital media devices so as to copy, swap, or transfer compressed digital multimedia files between the digital media devices. The digital media transfer device may monitor and control copying activities by the user such that the Digital Rights Management (DRM) and/or the user agreement with the content distributor is not violated. The digital media transfer device may also convert the digital media files between various file formats.

Abstract: A cooling system has one or more fans disposed within a housing adapted to attach to a consumer electronics device. The cooling system can also include a switch, a male connector and a female connector adapted to interface with the consumer electronics device and a power supply of the consumer electronics device. The cooling system may have a pass-through design, in which it receives power from the power supply of the consumer electronics device, taps into the power for its own operation, and passes the power onto the consumer electronics device, and/or it receives power from the consumer electronics device, taps into the power, and passes the power on to another device. The cooling system can also include one or more battery chargers attached to the housing for charging batteries related to the consumer electronics device.

Abstract: A cooling system has one or more fans disposed within a housing adapted to attach to a consumer electronics device. The cooling system can also include a switch, a male connector and a female connector adapted to interface with the consumer electronics device and a power supply of the consumer electronics device. The cooling system may have a pass-through design, in which it receives power from the power supply of the consumer electronics device, taps into the power for its own operation, and passes the power onto the consumer electronics device, and/or it receives power from the consumer electronics device, taps into the power, and passes the power on to another device. The cooling system can also include one or more battery chargers attached to the housing for charging batteries related to the consumer electronics device.

Abstract: A power adapter is provided. The power adapter includes a housing body having a first side and a plurality of second sides. A plug is located on the first side and is adapted to connect to an AC outlet for providing an AC power. A first DC port is located on one of the second sides and is adapted to provide a first DC power to a first external device. A second DC port is located on one of the second sides and is adapted to provide a second DC power to a second external device. An AC-to-DC converter is located in the housing body and is adapted to convert AC power received through the plug to the first DC power and the second DC power.

Abstract: A hand-held video game controller includes a suitable conductor of heat, such as aluminum or copper, disposed on a surface of its hand grips. The heat conductor may be in the form of one or more metal plates at one or more locations on the surface of the hand grips. The metal plates may be perforated and/or may have any suitable shape to enhance cooling characteristics. The video game controller may also include a thermoelectric cooling (TEC) system or a liquid circulation system to enhance cooling, and may have a radiator for dissipating heat to outside of the video game controller.

Abstract: A portable digital video player accessory for use with a portable digital audio player is provided. The portable digital video player accessory includes a display screen for displaying a video. The video is generated using the data stored in a memory and/or a hard disk drive of the portable digital audio player. The portable digital video player accessory further includes a processing core adapted to control the display on the display screen. The portable digital video player accessory also includes an interface port for interfacing the portable digital video player accessory with an interface port of the portable digital audio player. The portable digital video player accessory also includes a power source for supplying power to the display screen and the processing core.

Abstract: A cable providing a visual indication of traffic including a wire and connector. The connector includes detection circuitry capable of detecting traffic on the cable and generating a detection signal responsive to the traffic. A traffic indicator provides the visual indication of the traffic responsive to the detection signal. The detection circuitry includes driving circuitry coupled to the wire, that carries a data signal. The detection circuitry also includes a transistor. The driving circuitry drives the transistor responsive to the data signal to generate the detection signal, which is used to drive the traffic indicator. The connector may have an inner casing for partially enveloping the detection circuitry, and an outer casing for partially enveloping the inner casing.

Abstract: A computer mouse device for manipulating icons on a computer screen includes a mouse housing including a palm area with multiple outlet holes therein to allow air to move from an inside of the housing to an outside of the housing; means for manipulating icons on a computer screen; and an internal fan assembly within the mouse housing to move air through the multiple holes in the palm area from the inside of the housing to the outside of the housing to cool a user's palm.