SLEEVE CONTAINER WITH INTEGRATED SECURITY SLOT

Abstract

A container with an integrated security slot includes a device for securing an electronic device, which includes a container having an opening with a closable access flap; and an integrated security slot in the container, wherein the closable access flap includes a hole for accessing the integrated security slot.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application claims the benefit of priority under 35 U.S.C § 119(e) to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62/580,799, titled “SLEEVE CONTAINER WITH INTEGRATED SECURITY SLOT,” filed on Nov. 2, 2017, the disclosure of which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety for all purposes.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present disclosure generally relates to security device and more particularly, to a container for a laptop or other valuable device, having an integrated security slot for securing the container via a cable lock.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

A lock can be used on the casing of a laptop computer to prevent it from being removed or stolen while the user is away. Such locks include various cable locks also known as “laptop security locks” or “laptop cable locks”, which can be secured around a stationary object at one end and locked to the laptop computer casing at the other end. However, some laptop computers do not feature any ways to attach the lock directly to the casing. Therefore, there remains a need in the art for new devices and methods for securing laptop computers and similar electronic devices.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The disclosure provides a device, such as a laptop case, bag, backpack, and the like, i.e. a “container,” which includes an integrated security slot for a laptop lock, which is typically a cable-lock type design. The design is such that when the container is closed and the lock is inserted into and engaged with the security slot, the container cannot be opened to access the contents inside. Further, the lock can optionally secured to a stationary object or a permanent fixture. The device construction includes materials that are cut and/or tear resistant so the enclosed device is safely secured.

Thus, in one embodiment the disclosure provides a device for securing an electronic device, which includes a container having an opening with a closable access flap; and an integrated security slot in the container, wherein the closable access flap includes an access hole for accessing the integrated security slot.

In another embodiment, the disclosure provides a method of securing an electronic device, which includes locking the electronic device into a security device; and securing the security device to a stationary object, wherein the security device includes: a container having an opening with a closable access flap; and an integrated security slot in the container, wherein the closable access flap includes an access hole for accessing the integrated security slot.

In another embodiment, the disclosure provides a system for securing an electronic device, which includes a container having an opening with a closable access flap; an integrated security slot in the container; an access hole in the closable access flap for accessing the integrated security slot; and a cable lock attachment, with a proximal locking end and a distal securing end, wherein the distal securing end can be attached to any permanent or semi-permanent fixture for securing the container.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The present disclosure, in accordance with one or more various embodiments, is described in detail with reference to the following figures. The drawings are provided for purposes of illustration only and merely depict exemplary embodiments of the disclosure. These drawings are provided to facilitate the reader's understanding of the disclosure and should not be considered limiting of the breadth, scope, size, or applicability of the disclosure. It should be noted that for clarity and ease of illustration these drawings are not necessarily made to scale.

FIG. 1A illustrates an embodiment of a front view of a container with an integrated security slot in an open position;

FIG. 1B illustrates an embodiment of a front view of a container with an integrated security slot in a closed position;

FIG. 2A illustrates an embodiment of a front view of a container with an integrated security slot in a closed position with a cable lock attachment;

FIG. 2B illustrates an embodiment of a close-up front view of a container with an integrated security slot in a closed position with a cable lock attachment;

FIG. 3A illustrates an embodiment of a close-up front view of a container with an integrated security slot in an open position;

FIG. 3B illustrates an embodiment of a close-up front view of a container with an integrated security slot in a closed position;

FIG. 4A illustrates an embodiment of a front view of a container with an integrated security slot in a closed position;

FIG. 4B illustrates an embodiment of a front view of a container with an integrated security slot in a closed position having a ring attachment connected to the access flap;

FIG. 4C illustrates an embodiment of a front view of a container with an integrated security slot in a closed position having an access hole in a strap connected to the access flap;

FIG. 4D illustrates an embodiment of a side view of a container connected with a cable lock attachment in a closed position;

FIG. 4E illustrates an embodiment of a side view of a container in an open position; and

FIG. 4F illustrates an embodiment of a front side view of a messenger bag-style container in a closed position.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

The following description is presented to enable a person of ordinary skill in the art to make and use embodiments described herein. Descriptions of specific devices, techniques, and applications are provided only as examples. Various modifications to the examples described herein will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be applied to other examples and applications without departing from the spirit and scope of the disclosure. Thus, the present disclosure is not intended to be limited to the examples described herein and shown, but is to be accorded the scope consistent with the claims.

It should be understood that the specific order or hierarchy of steps in the process disclosed herein is an example of exemplary approaches. Based upon design preferences, it is understood that the specific order or hierarchy of steps in the processes may be rearranged while remaining within the scope of the present disclosure. Any accompanying method claims present elements of the various steps in a sample order, and are not meant to be limited to the specific order or hierarchy presented.

Normally, a cable laptop lock is connected to an immovable object, such as a desk or a pole, and then locked to a laptop using the laptop's security slot. However, many laptops do not have a security slot, and therefore cannot be easily used with a cable laptop lock.

In one embodiment, the disclosure provides another way for a user to secure their electronic devices, e.g. laptops, etc., and other valuable devices and/or goods by enabling the usage of a cable laptop lock to secure the container that contains their belongings. A single cable laptop lock can both secure the contents of the container from unauthorized access and be secured normally to another object.

FIG. 1A illustrates an embodiment of a front view of a container (101) with an integrated security slot (102) in an open position. As shown in this figure, the container (101) includes an access flap (103) in an opened position, that has an access hole (104) centered therein, which allows access to the integrated security slot (102) when the access flap (103) is in a closed position.

In different embodiments, the container can be made of any material including but not limited to leather, plastic, fabric, and combinations thereof. The container may be reinforced throughout the container or only in certain areas using similar types of materials, especially around the integrated security slot. The container can also include fastening devices, e.g. hook-and-loop fasteners such as VELCRO® straps and the like, a button, and/or a magnetic device, which help to secure the inside of the access flap to the outside of the container.

FIG. 1B illustrates an embodiment of a front view of a container (101) with an integrated security slot (102) in a closed position. As shown in this figure, the access flap (103) of the container (101) is in a closed position onto the container (101). The integrated security slot (102) present on the container (101) can be accessed through the access hole (104) in the access flap (103). The access flap (103) may also be reinforced around the access hole (104) with similar types of materials, especially around the integrated security slot (102).

FIG. 2A illustrates an embodiment of a front view of a container (101) with an integrated security slot (102) in access flap (103), shown in a closed position with a cable lock attachment (106). The other end of a cable lock can be attached to any permanent or semi-permanent fixture for securing the container (101).

FIG. 2B illustrates an embodiment of a close-up front view of a container (101) with an integrated security slot (102) in access flap (103), shown in a closed position with a cable lock attachment (106). As shown in this figure, the cable lock attachment (106) fits securely into an integrated security slot to secure the integrated container (101) and its contents.

FIG. 3A illustrates an embodiment of a close-up front view of a container (101) with an integrated security slot (102) in access flap (103) with access hole (104), shown in an open position.

FIG. 3B illustrates an embodiment of a close-up front view of a container (101) with an integrated security slot (102) in access flap (103) with access hole (104), shown in a closed position.

FIG. 4A illustrates an embodiment of a front view of a container (101) with an integrated security slot (102) in access flap (103) with access hole (104) and cable lock attachment (106), shown in a closed position.

FIG. 4B illustrates an embodiment of a front view of a container (101) with an integrated security slot (102) in a closed position having a ring attachment (109) connected to the access flap (103).

FIG. 4C illustrates an embodiment of a front view of a container (101) with an integrated security slot (102) in a closed position with strap (110) connected to the access flap (103).

FIG. 4D illustrates an embodiment of a side view of a container (101) with the access flap (103) connected with a cable lock attachment (106) in a closed position.

FIG. 4E illustrates an embodiment of a side view of a container (101) with an integrated security slot (102), access flap (103) and access hole (104), in an open position.

FIG. 4F illustrates an embodiment of a front side view of a messenger-bag container (101) with an integrated security slot (102) and access flap (103), in a closed position.

While the inventive features have been particularly shown and described with reference to preferred embodiments thereof, it will be understood by those in the art that the foregoing and other changes may be made therein without departing from the spirit and the scope of the disclosure. Likewise, the various diagrams may depict an example architectural or other configuration for the disclosure, which is done to aid in understanding the features and functionality that can be included in the disclosure. The disclosure is not restricted to the illustrated example architectures or configurations but can be implemented using a variety of alternative architectures and configurations. Additionally, although the disclosure is described above in terms of various exemplary embodiments and implementations, it should be understood that the various features and functionality described in one or more of the individual embodiments are not limited in their applicability to the particular embodiment with which they are described. They instead can be applied alone or in some combination, to one or more of the other embodiments of the disclosure, whether or not such embodiments are described, and whether or not such features are presented as being a part of a described embodiment. Thus, the breadth and scope of the present disclosure should not be limited by any of the above-described exemplary embodiments.

Claims

1. A device for securing an electronic device, comprising:

a container having an opening with a closable access flap; and

an integrated security slot in the container, wherein the closable access flap includes an access hole for accessing the integrated security slot.

2. The device of claim 1, further comprising a cable lock attachment with a proximal locking end and a distal securing end, wherein the distal securing end can be attached to any permanent or semi-permanent fixture for securing the container.

3. The device of claim 1, further comprising a strap for containing the access hole.

4. The device of claim 1, wherein the container comprises leather, plastic, fabric or combinations thereof.

5. The device of claim 1, wherein the container includes a reinforced area.

6. The device of claim 5, wherein the container is reinforced around the integrated security slot.

7. The device of claim 1, further comprising one or more fastening devices for securing the inside of the access flap to the outside of the container.

8. The device of claim 7, wherein the one or more fastening devices is a hook-and-loop fastener, a button, and/or a magnetic device.

9. A method of securing an electronic device, comprising:

locking the electronic device into a security device; and

securing the security device to a stationary object, wherein the security device includes:

a container having an opening with a closable access flap; and

an integrated security slot in the container, wherein the closable access flap includes an access hole for accessing the integrated security slot.

10. The method of claim 9, further comprising a cable lock attachment with a proximal locking end and a distal securing end, wherein the distal securing end can be attached to any permanent or semi-permanent fixture for securing the container.

11. The method of claim 9, further comprising a strap for containing the access hole.

12. The method of claim 9, wherein the container comprises leather, plastic, fabric or combinations thereof.

13. The method of claim 9, wherein the container includes a reinforced area

14. The method of claim 13, wherein the container is reinforced around the integrated security slot.

15. The method of claim 9, further comprising one or more fastening devices for securing the inside of the access flap to the outside of the container.

16. The method of claim 15, wherein the one or more fastening devices is a hook-and-loop fastener, a button, and/or a magnetic device.

17. A system for securing an electronic device, comprising:

a container having an opening with a closable access flap;

an integrated security slot in the container;

an access hole in the closable access flap for accessing the integrated security slot; and

a cable lock attachment, with a proximal locking end and a distal securing end, wherein the distal securing end can be attached to any permanent or semi-permanent fixture for securing the container.

18. The system of claim 17, further comprising a strap for containing the access hole.

19. The system of claim 17, wherein the container comprises leather, plastic, fabric or combinations thereof.

20. The system of claim 17, wherein the container includes a reinforced area