Abstract: A system for providing a console for a mobile phone is disclosed. A connector for mating in communicative relationship with a mobile phone is included. The console has a microphone, a speaker, and a controller configured to disable audio functions of the mobile phone when the mobile phone is mated to the console. The system further comprises a battery charger for charging a battery of the mobile phone when the mobile phone is mated with the console. The system further comprises a keypad for functioning in place of a keypad on the mobile phone when the mobile phone is mated to the console. A console display is further included for display operations on the console. A data port is coupled to the console for transferring data between the mobile phone and another electronic device, or between the console and another electronic device.

Abstract: An electronic business card system provides a compact and portable system to read and store business card data from business cards having computer readable data stored on computer readable storage media on the business cards. The electronic business card system utilizes a reader coupled to a computer control system. The electronic business card system also provides organization and manipulation capabilities for the business card data accept by the electronic business card system.