EYEGLASS SPEAKER CASE
Described is an eyeglass case having integrated speakers. The eyeglass case includes a housing having two compartments, wherein a first compartment is adapted to receive a pair of eyeglasses while a second compartment houses a speaker system.
The embodiments of the present invention relate to an eyeglass case. More specifically, to an eyeglass case having an integrated speaker system.
BACKGROUNDIn today's field of electronics one goal is to make portable electronic devices smaller and lighter. Moreover, there is also an added incentive to integrate electronic devices and provide added functionality so as to give more value to the customer and encourage purchase and utilization of the electronic devices.
Thus, there exists a need for an eyeglass case having an integrated speaker system.
SUMMARYAccordingly, a first embodiment of the present invention discloses an eyeglass case comprising: a first compartment having a first recessed area; a second compartment having a second recessed area; coupling means for coupling the first and second compartments; and at least one speaker integrated into said first or second recessed compartment wherein said speaker is operable to transmit audible sounds from a sound source in communication therewith. In one embodiment, the coupling means is a hinge and the compartments are constructed of plastic, metal, leather or cloth material. In one embodiment, the first recessed compartment houses a speaker system along with a power supply for providing electricity to the speaker system, while the second recessed compartment is adapted to hold a pair of eyeglasses. The second recessed compartment may include securing means for retaining the pair of eyeglasses. The eyeglass case may further include an input aperture for physical connection with the sound source, an indicator light and a volume control knob to facilitate operation of the speaker system.
Other variations, embodiments and features of the present invention will become evident from the following detailed description, drawings and claims.
It will be appreciated by those of ordinary skill in the art that the invention can be embodied in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential character thereof. The presently disclosed embodiments are therefore considered in all respects to be illustrative and not restrictive.
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The upper compartment 14 includes an input aperture 20 along with an indicator light 22 and a volume control knob 24. The input aperture 20 allows a portable music player such as a CD player, MP3 player (e.g., IPOD manufactured by Apple), cellular phone or microphone to be plugged into a speaker system 38 housed within the eyeglass case 10. The music player may also communicate wirelessly with the speaker system 38. Additional description of the speaker system is provided in subsequent figures and discussion. The indicator light 22 allows a user to determine if the speaker system 38 is active while the volume control 24 allows the user to control the volume of the speaker system 38. Optionally, additional control knobs (not shown) for adjusting bass, treble and other sound qualities may be provided. Although portable music players are described, other external devices (e.g., laptop) capable of producing audio frequency can broadcast via the speaker system 38. It will also be understood by one skilled in the art that the input aperture 20, indicator light 22 and the volume control knob 24 can be positioned elsewhere on the eyeglass case 10 based on design or manufacturing preference, and that there can be, as necessary, other items besides the input aperture 20, light 22 and knob 24.
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The upper compartment 14 of the eyeglass case 10, as illustrated in
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In operation, a user plugs his or her portable electronic music device or microphone into the input aperture 20 of the eyeglass case 10, whether the eyeglass case 10 is open or closed. In one embodiment, the upper compartment 14 of the eyeglass case 10 remains in a closed position as shown in
Although the invention has been described in detail with reference to several embodiments, additional variations and modifications exist within the scope and spirit of the invention as described and defined in the following claims.
Claims
1. An eyeglass case comprising:
- a first compartment having a first recessed area;
- a second compartment having a second recessed area;
- coupling means for coupling the first and second compartments; and
- a speaker system integrated into said first or second recessed compartment wherein said speaker is operable to transmit audible sounds from a sound source in communication therewith.
2. The eyeglass case of claim 1, wherein the coupling means includes a hinge.
3. The eyeglass case of claim 1, wherein the first or second recessed area houses a power supply for providing electricity to the speaker system.
4. The eyeglass case of claim 1, further comprising an input aperture, an indicator light and a volume control knob to facilitate operation of the speaker system.
5. The eyeglass case of claim 1, wherein the first or second recessed area is adapted to house a pair of eyeglasses.
6. The eyeglass case of claim 1, wherein the first or second recessed area includes a fastening means for securing a pair of eyeglasses.
7. The eyeglass case of claim 1, wherein the eyeglass case is fabricated of plastic, metal, leather or cloth material.
8. The eyeglass case of claim 1, further comprising attachment means for securing the two compartments to each other.
9. The eyeglass case of claim 1, wherein the sound source is an MP3 player.
10. The eyeglass case of claim 1, wherein the sound source and speakers communicate via wires or wireless signals.
11. An eyeglass case comprising:
- a first compartment having a first recessed area;
- a second compartment having a second recessed area;
- a speaker system integrated into said first or second recessed compartment wherein said speaker is operable to transmit audible sounds from a sound source in communication therewith; and
- wherein the first and second compartments are hingably coupled to one another.
12. The eyeglass case of claim 11, wherein the first or second recessed area houses a speaker system.
13. The eyeglass case of claim 11, wherein the first or second recessed area houses a power supply for providing electricity to the speaker system.
14. The eyeglass case of claim 11, further comprising an input aperture, an indicator light and a volume control knob to facilitate operation of the speaker system.
15. The eyeglass case of claim 11, wherein the first or second recessed area is adapted to housing a pair of eyeglasses.
16. The eyeglass case of claim 11, wherein the first or second recessed area incorporates fastening means for securing the pair of eyeglasses.
17. The eyeglass case of claim 11, wherein the eyeglass case is constructed of plastic, metal, leather or cloth material.
18. The eyeglass case of claim 11, further comprising attachment means for securing the two compartments to each other.
19. The eyeglass case of claim 11, wherein the sound source is an MP3 player.
20. The eyeglass case of claim 11, wherein the sound source and speakers communicate via wires or wireless signals.
21. An eyeglass case comprising:
- a first compartment having a first recessed area;
- a second compartment having a second recessed area;
- one or more hinges connecting the first and second compartments;
- a speaker system integrated into said first or second recessed compartment wherein said speaker is operable to transmit audible sounds from a sound source in communication therewith.
22. The eyeglass case of claim 21, wherein the sound source is an MP3 player.
23. The eyeglass case of claim 21, wherein the sound source and speakers communicate via wires or wireless signals.
Type: Application
Filed: Nov 6, 2007
Publication Date: May 7, 2009
Inventors: Lee Lan Ying (Tainan), Lee Ming Shuang (Tainan)
Application Number: 11/935,650
International Classification: A45C 11/04 (20060101); A45C 11/00 (20060101); B65D 69/00 (20060101);