Patents by Inventor Keith Comer

Keith Comer has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Power adapter carrying strap
    Patent number: 6471542
    Abstract: A power adapter carrying strap for a portable electronic device includes a carrying strap and a power adapter coupled to the carrying strap to receive power from an outlet and to provide power useable by the portable electronic device. A power plug is connected to the power adapter via a cable so that the power plug is adapted to plug into the outlet to receive power. A power supply plug is connected to the power adapter, wherein the power supply plug is adapted to plug into the portable electronic device to provide power to the portable electronic device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 29, 2002
    Assignee: Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
    Inventor: Keith Comer
  • Intelligent keypad overlay for portable personal computers
    Patent number: 5486846
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for an improved user interface for indicating a current keyboard operating mode for a computer having a small keyboard with multi-function keys. An iconic indicator is displayed for indicating a current mode of operation of the keyboard which allows a user to easily determine an expected response from keys actuated in a particular keyboard mode.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 1994
    Date of Patent: January 23, 1996
    Assignee: Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Keith Comer, Gary Elsasser, Takano Iwakiri