Abstract: A unitary garment having arm sleeves or pants legs in which the length of the arm sleeves or pants legs is selectively adjustable by the user. The arm sleeves or pants legs of the garment include upper and lower sections and an intermediate section therebetween. The intermediate section includes a fabric integrally extending between the upper and lower sections, and matching the fabric of the arms or legs of the garment, and a storage compartment with a closure element for receiving the fabric of the intermediate section in a folded state. The length of the arm sleeves or pants legs of the garment is at a minimum when the fabric of the intermediate section is folded in the storage compartment, and is at a maximum when the fabric is released from the storage compartment.

Abstract: A lightweight, female youth and adult protective garment for use in playing sports (ie. volleyball, lacrosse, gymnastics, rugby, ice skating, wrestling) or any activity where an individual may experience injury to the areas between the waist and mid-thigh (ie. iliac crest, greater trochanter or coccyx). The garment implements an inseam of 6 inches or less and utilizes limited visible shock-absorbing pads. These pads are designed to adhere to a cloth material (ie. spandex, Lyrca®, nylon). The pads included on the garment are specifically placed on the inside of the garment in high prone injury areas of the pelvic girdle. The purpose is to relieve possible discomfort and reduce injury while maintaining a smoother appearance. This also provides a level of desired mobility for the active individual. The garment can be worn as a uniform, an integrated part of a uniform, or as an independent garment.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are embodiments and features of hair styling systems and tools. In one embodiment, a hair styling system comprises a glove, the glove comprising a palm portion with a thumb portion and finger portions extending therefrom, and at least one mounting sleeve on an exterior surface of at least one of the finger portions; and a styling attachment. The styling attachment may comprise a base having a distal end and a proximal end, a receiver on the distal end of the base for receiving a styling tool onto the base, and a coupler for attaching the styling attachment into the at least one mounting sleeve.

Abstract: A mitt system includes a mitt for protecting a user's hand during performance of dirty tasks, and a carrier attachable to the user's body and designed hold the mitt spaced apart from the user's body. The mitt is configured for insertion of the hand through an opening and reception of the hand by a thumb section and a finger section without manipulation of an external surface. The carrier includes a first coupler which retains the mitt and a clip for attachment to the body. In an embodiment, a rigid member maintains the opening of the mitt accessible for reception of the hand.

Abstract: An elastomeric article includes a first surface and a second surface which is treated with a friction treatment. The elastomeric article can be a glove in which the first surface is an inner donning surface and the second surface is an outer grip surface. The friction treatment reduces friction on the grip surface of the gloves in order to make it easier to don a second glove on top of the grip surface of the gloves of the present invention. The gloves of the present invention may be used as a first pair of gloves in a double-gloving configuration to conform with safety protocols.

Abstract: An ambidextrous or hand-specific glove including a wrist region, a palm region, and a digit region. The glove may be fabricated of nitrile rubber that is free of or essentially free of zinc, sulfur and accelerators to reduce allergic reactions in populations required to frequently wear protective gloves. A band region that partially or fully encircles a user's finger knuckles may be provided for easier finger bending. Texturing may be provided on glove surfaces that are used to grip articles. The fingertip regions on the front surface of the index and middle finger regions may be un-textured or smooth to enable a user to take a patient's pulse. These fingertip regions may be of reduced or smaller diameter and circumference so as to pull the glove material tightly around the tips of the user's finger and thereby applying pressure thereto so that even a faint pulse in a patient may be detected.

Abstract: An ambidextrous or hand-specific glove including a wrist region, a palm region, and a digit region. The glove may be fabricated of nitrile rubber that is free of or essentially free of zinc, sulfur and accelerators to reduce allergic reactions in populations required to frequently wear protective gloves. A band region that partially or fully encircles a user's finger knuckles may be provided for easier finger bending. Texturing may be provided on glove surfaces that are used to grip articles. The fingertip regions on the front surface of the index and middle finger regions may be un-textured or smooth to enable a user to take a patient's pulse. These fingertip regions may be of reduced or smaller diameter and circumference so as to pull the glove material tightly around the tips of the user's finger and thereby applying pressure thereto so that even a faint pulse in a patient may be detected.

Abstract: A neckwear includes a neckband and a neckband module and may further include one or more fastener members and one or more display segments for coins, medals or bars. The neckband is connected to said neckband module, and said one or more fastener members pivotably connects said neckband module and said one or more display segments. Also provided for a neckwear are a hermetically sealed neckband module or display segment, a display segment configured to be intra-changeable, display inserts for a neckband module or display segments, torso segments, and a neckband module with a member of a fastener to accommodate interchangeable display segments.

Abstract: A neckwear includes a neckband and a neckband module and may further include one or more fastener members and one or more display segments for coins, medals or bars. The neckband is connected to said neckband module, and said one or more fastener members pivotably connects said neckband module and said one or more display segments. Also provided for a neckwear are a hermetically sealed neckband module or display segment, a display segment configured to be intra-changeable, display inserts for a neckband module or display segments, torso segments, and a neckband module with a member of a fastener to accommodate interchangeable display segments.

Abstract: A breathable item of clothing and a breathable insert for items of clothing, the item of clothing includes an external enclosure, the surface of which has at least one opening for evacuating perspiration in the vapor phase in an upper region of the item of clothing, a breathable external covering having a structure for the external retention of water, impurities or others, an internal layer to be directed toward the body of the user of the item of clothing, forming an interspace due to the spacing of the external covering from the body of the user, for the passage of perspiration in the vapor phase, produced by the body and channeled within the interspace, to the external covering. The external covering, structure for external retention of water, impurities or others, and the internal layer are placed in a breathable preassembled insert.

Abstract: A pair of boxer pants is easy to follow the movements of the lower body and is comfortable to wear. A pair of boxer pants is formed using a weft knitted fabric whose stretchability is different between a first direction (a direction along stretch lines S) and a second direction substantially orthogonal to the first direction, and the stretchability in the first direction (the direction along the stretch lines S) is larger than the stretchability in the second direction, resulting in being more extendable and contractable in the first direction (the direction along the stretch lines S) than in the second direction.

Abstract: An adjustable buckle secures a head strap to a head-mounted display and is operable between a first stable mode and a second stable mode in which the adjustable buckle transitions between a shorter and a longer effective length to adjust the fit of the head strap according to a wearer's preference. The adjustable buckle comprises a first plate, a second plate, a third plate, and a fourth plate. The first plate secures to the head strap, and the second plate secures to the head-mounted display. The third and fourth plates are bendably connected between the first and second plates via flexible hinges. The second plate is slidably movable along guide member(s) extending between the first and second plates. Rotation of the fourth plate about its flexible hinges causes corresponding translation of the second plate along the guide member(s), placing the adjustable buckle in the first or second stable mode.

Abstract: Disclosed is a helmet with neck protection, which comprises a helmet shell, a collision displacement sensor disposed in the helmet shell, a gas generator disposed at an inner side of a lower rim of the helmet shell, an airbag stored in the lower rim of the helmet shell. The gas generator is connected to the airbag. The collision displacement sensor is connected to the gas generator through a restraint control module and a wire in order for the gas generator to release gas to inflate the airbag when the collision displacement sensor senses danger, therefore the airbag forms an air curtain falling down to protect the cervical vertebra. The airbag is folded and hidden in the helmet and is opened to fall down to form an annular air curtain under dangerous circumstances to stand against the shoulder to support the helmet to reduce the pressure caused to the neck.

Abstract: A protective helmet has an outer shell configured for surrounding a head of a user and at least one accessory attachment rail connected to the outer shell. The accessory attachment rail has a body having a front end, a rear end, and one or more slots between the front end and the rear end. Each of the one or more slots is configured for removably receiving at least one helmet accessory. A locking mechanism is associated with each of the one or more slots for automatically locking the at least one helmet accessory in the one or more slots upon insertion of the at least one helmet accessory within the one or more slots and for preventing removal of the at least one helmet accessory from the one or more slots. At least one connection element is provided for connecting the accessory attachment rail to the outer shell.

Abstract: A shoe including a knit upper and a sole secured to the upper. The knit upper has a knitted element formed of a unitary one-piece construction during a knitting process on a knitting machine. The knitted element includes a circular vamp oxford pattern. The upper toe region, the upper lateral and medial ball regions, and the upper lateral and medial metatarsal regions of the knit upper collectively are knitted with the circular vamp oxford pattern during the knitting process. The circular vamp oxford pattern is knit with a first knit structure, a second knit structure, and a third knit structure. The first knit structure has a smaller gauge than the second and third knit structures, and the third knit structure has a larger gauge than the second knit structure. The first and third knit structures are separated by the second knit structure.

Abstract: An article of footwear, motorized lacing system, and method includes a motor, a transmission, operatively coupled to the motor, a power source, operatively coupled to the motor, a lace spool, operatively coupled to the motor via the transmission, configured to spool and unspool the lace based on operation of the motor, a printed circuit board, and a housing. The housing contains the motor, the transmission, the power source, the lace spool and the printed circuit board, the printed circuit board positioned between an interior surface of the housing and at least one of the power source and the motor, wherein the interior surface includes a post that extends through a hole formed in the printed circuit board. A flexing of the interior surface causes force on the housing to be at least partially imparted on the at least one of the power source, the transmission, and the motor.

Abstract: A climbing shoe comprising: a shoe-upper which is shaped so as to accommodate and cover substantially the whole foot of the user; a sole made of polymeric material, which is fixed to the bottom of the shoe-upper so as to cover the front part of the bottom of said shoe-upper; a front tensioning band made of elastomeric material, which is substantially U-bent and is fixed to the toe of the shoe-upper so as to embrace/surround the front part of the bottom of the shoe-upper, while joining to the front sole; a rear patch made of soft and flexible material, which is arranged astride of the rear part of the shoe-upper, in the area above the heel portion of the shoe-upper; and a rear tensioning band which is substantially U-bent and is firmly fixed to the shoe-upper so that the central elbow/bend of the rear tensioning band covers the plantar arch portion of the bottom, and the two branches of the rear tensioning band extend obliquely along the two lateral sides of the shoe-upper up to reach and firmly join said rear

Abstract: The present application provides for a shoe cover for protecting cleated shoes from contact with the ground while also allowing the wearer to run or engage in sporting activities while wearing the product, as well as kits that include the shoe cover and methods for the use and manufacturing of the shoe cover. A shoe cover as provided herein includes a sole, a first cover, a second cover, a first fastener, and a second fastener. Another shoe cover as provided herein includes a sole, a cover, and a fastener.

Abstract: Components for articles of footwear and athletic equipment are provided including a high energy return foam having improved abrasion resistance. A variety of foams and foam components and compositions for forming the foams are provided. In some aspects, the foams and components including the foams can have exceptionally high energy return while also having improved durability and softness and an improved abrasion resistance. In particular, midsoles including the foams are provided for use in an article of footwear. Methods of making the compositions and foams are provided, as well as methods of making an article of footwear including one of the foam components. In some aspects, the foams and foam components can be made by injection molding or injection molding followed by compression molding.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a footwear technology system including a multilayer shoe sole system. The multilayer shoe sole insert can include a lower outsole layer, a midsole layer, and an upper insole layer, wherein the midsole layer includes a plurality of pins extending from the bottom surface of the midsole layer, wherein the pins engage with the pin holes in the outsole layer. The system can include a dynamic upper foot retention system that moves in harmony with the foot's optimal natural movement. The dynamic upper foot retention system can include a top component connecting the lace area to the sole system, and back component that connects the upper heel area to the sole system, wherein when the laces are tightened, the force is directed towards the heel securing the foot to the shoe without forcing the arch down or constricting the raising of the foot arch.

Abstract: A shoe construction having an outsole wherein the exterior face includes a forefoot section, a midfoot section, and a heel foot section, the forefoot and midfoot sections including a stair step pattern, the heel foot section including a plurality of projections, the interior face of the outsole including a forefoot cavity having a plurality of wavy rib members and a hind foot cavity having a plurality of straight rib members, a dual density midsole having a first density in the forefoot area and a second density in the hind foot area, and an insole receivable within the midsole and having a top face which includes a scored geometric pattern forming a plurality of non-linear grooves and projections some of which spiral outwardly from around the arch area and some of which extend into the forefoot and hind foot areas, and a pair of cushioning members receivable respectively within the forefoot and hind foot cavities of the outsole.

Abstract: A three-layered shoe construction including an outsole having a shoulder portion and a plurality of two different types of grooves, one set of grooves being wave-like channels and one set of grooves being substantially straight, the grooves creating flow channels to guide liquid off the outer surface of the outsole and providing additional flexibility; a dual density midsole having an angled portion and a first density in the forefoot area and a second density in the hind foot area, the second density being greater than the first density, the angled portion of the midsole mating with the shoulder portion of the outsole; and an insole having a plurality of apertures that cover the top face. The specific construction associated with the outsole, midsole and insole enhance traction, flexibility, cushioning, comfort, breathability and water displacement.

Abstract: A three-layered shoe construction having a mating relationship between an outsole, an midsole, and an insole. The outsole having a shoulder portion and a plurality of non-linear grooves, the grooves creating flow channels to guide liquid off the outer surface of the outsole and providing additional flexibility; the dual density midsole having an angled portion and a first density in the forefoot area and a second density in the hind foot area, the second density being greater than the first density, the angled portion of the midsole mating with the shoulder portion of the outsole; and the insole having a plurality of curved grooves that cover the top face. The specific construction associated with the outsole, midsole and insole enhance traction, flexibility, cushioning, comfort, breathability and water displacement.

Abstract: A shoe includes an outsole having a heel region, a midfoot region, a metatarsal region, and a toe region. The heel region extends longitudinally from the heel end to the midfoot region, the midfoot region extends longitudinally from the heel region to the metatarsal region, and the toe region extends longitudinally from the toe end to the metatarsal region. The outsole has a medial side region, central region, and a lateral side region. A bottom surface of the outsole defines a concavity extending longitudinally from within the heel region to at least within a portion of the midfoot region. The concavity extends laterally within the central region. The concavity has a width at its widest point that is at least between 45% and 55% the width of the outsole at that point.

Abstract: An article of footwear and a method of manufacturing an article of footwear includes a strobel having a forefoot region, a midfoot region, and a heel region. The strobel may define a forefoot through hole in the forefoot region and a heel through hole in the heel region. The shape, the position, or both the shape and the position of the forefoot through hole and the heel through hole may be based on a foot pressure map. A method of manufacturing an article of footwear comprises securing a midsole to a strobel, wherein the strobel has a forefoot region, a midfoot region, and a heel region, the strobel defines a forefoot through hole in the forefoot region and a heel through hole in the heel region, and the shape and/or position of the forefoot through hole and the heel through hole are based on a foot pressure map.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes an upper, a midsole connected to the upper, and an outsole connected to the midsole. The midsole includes a lattice structure comprising a network of laths forming a plurality of cell units, the plurality of cell units arranged in a plurality of layers on the midsole. The cell units in an upper layer are stacked upon the cell units in a lower layer and separated by a set of vertices common to cell units in both the upper layer and the lower layer.

Abstract: An energizing safety shoe is capable of offering the user a high degree of protection in the case of accidents, in accordance with the current standards, together with a higher level of comfort perceived by the user thanks to a specific configuration of the multi-layer sole capable of respecting the ergonomics of the user in accordance with the biomechanics of walking.

Abstract: Sole structures, fluid transfer systems, foot support systems, articles of footwear, and/or other foot-receiving devices include one or more pumps (e.g., foot activated pumps) that facilitate movement of fluid within the sole structure/article of footwear, e.g., to change and/or control pressure (e.g., foot support pressure) in one or more fluid filled bladders included in the overall system.

Abstract: Disclosed is a novel non-slip grippy ventilated shoe made of a slip resistant material with a failure mode of from 1 to 50 Newtons/millimeter, and is generally made of a cage-like configuration to provide maximum slip resistance as well as ventilation with minimum structure, just sufficient enough structure to allow the shoe to provide grip on a surface. The shoe is useful in performing floor exercises such as barre, yoga and pilates among other applications such as water sports like surfing where grip is important, or for hospital settings for fall risk patients to alleviate the risk of falling.

Abstract: A shoe including a pliable layer conformably peelably adhered in generally matched engagement with the outsole periphery of the ground engageable surface of the outsole of the shoe.

Abstract: A shoe deodorizing insert assembly for reducing odor in a shoe includes an insole that is comprised of polyethylene and polypropylene. The insole is positionable in a shoe prior to wearing the shoe. Additionally, the insole is comprised of cellulose fibers to absorb sweat from a user's foot when the shoe is worn. The insole is removable from the shoe after the shoe has been worn for one day. An adhesive layer is positioned on the insole to adhere to the shoe thereby inhibiting the insole from displacing when the shoe is worn.

Abstract: A sockliner assembly can comprise a sockliner and one or more cables. The sockliner can have an upper surface, a lower surface, and a side surface extending between the upper and lower surfaces and defining a peripheral edge of the sockliner. The first cable can have a first attached cable segment and a first free cable segment. The first attached cable segment can be coupled to the sockliner. The first free cable segment can extend from the first attached cable segment and can extend beyond the peripheral edge of the sockliner.

Abstract: A device configured to surround a portion of a foot-receiving cavity at a heel region of an article of footwear comprises a control bar having a center segment, a first side arm extending from the center segment, and a second side arm spaced from the first side arm and extending from the center segment. The control bar may include a series of slats. A base supports the control bar and is connected to the first side arm and the second side arm. The control bar is biased to an unstressed position with the center segment a first distance from the base, and elastically bends under an applied force to a loaded position with the center segment a second distance from the base less than the first distance. The device stores potential energy that returns the control bar to the unloaded position upon removal of the applied load.

Abstract: A knitted shoe upper includes a unitary one-piece knitted element with an integrated tongue. The upper also includes a lacing system including a medial side eyestay and a lateral side eyestay. The medial side eyestay includes a plurality of medial side eyelets, and the lateral side eyestay includes a plurality of lateral side eyelets. The medial and lateral eyestays are configured such that a single shoelace can be placed through each of the plurality of lateral and medial side eyelets without extending through the knitted element.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a shoe shaper or pair of shoe shapers that may be worn by a user while wearing a pair of shoes. In particular, each wearable shoe shaper is a complex contoured sheet configured to fit over a user's foot in a front portion of the shoe. Each wearable shoe shaper includes one or more features related to performance and or comfort.

Abstract: An article of footwear, method, and motorized lacing system includes a motor, including a motor shaft, a spool, coupled to the motor shaft, configured to spool and unspool the lace based on the turning of the motor shaft, a processor circuit, and a three-dimensional encoder. The three-dimensional encoder defines a major axis and has a surface having a tabs extending from a drum, an optical sensor, positioned within optical range of the cylindrical encoder, configured to output a signal to the processor circuit indicative of a detected one of the tabs, and a beam break, positioned between the three-dimensional encoder and the optical sensor, forming a pair of slits. The optical sensor is positioned to view the tabs through the pair of slits, wherein the processor circuit is configured to operate the motor based, at least in part, on the signal as received from the optical sensor.

Abstract: An article of footwear and method of manufacturing includes a midsole, an upper, secured with respect to the midsole, forming an opening to admit a foot of a wearer, the opening being adjustable between a first segment of the upper and a second segment of the upper to secure the article of footwear to the foot of the wearer, and a slidable securing device. The slidable securing device is coupled between the first segment and the second segment of the upper, configured to slide along a length of track and secure the first and second segments together. A motorized lacing system engages with a lace to increase and decrease tension on the lace. The lace is secured to the slidable securing device, and when tension is placed on the lace, the lace causes the slidable securing device to slide along the track and secure the first and second segments together.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes an upper and a sole connected to the upper. The sole includes a plurality of cleat mounts. A plurality of cleats is releasably connected to the cleat mounts of the sole. Each of the plurality of cleats includes a mount coupling and a plurality of legs connected to the mount coupling. The mount coupling is configured to engage one of the plurality of cleat mounts and releasably connect the cleat to the sole. The plurality of legs includes at least one lateral leg having a first hardness and at least one medial leg having a second hardness, the first hardness different from the second hardness.

Abstract: Apparatus for holding loose end of a belt in place. The apparatus comprises a clip member having a predetermined shape and formed of a first predetermined material for engagement with a user's belt. There is a loop member of a second predetermined material that is attached to one leg of the clip member. There is a connector member of a second predetermined shape and formed of a third predetermined material which is attached to the loop member as well as to the base of the clip member.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an eyelet (100) for a flexible sheet such as a tarpaulin, canvas, foil or linen, the eyelet (100) forming a generally round loop having a central aperture (1) suitable for receiving a rope. The eyelet (100) comprises a metal body (110) comprising a cylindrical section (119) comprising a first end (111) and a second end (112). The first end (111) is provided with a radially extending first flange (113) extending towards the second end (112). The second end (112) is provided with a radially extending second flange (114) extending towards the first end (111). A partly confined space (115) is formed by the first (113) and second flange (114) and the cylindrical section (119). The eyelet further comprises a plastic body (120) enclosing the metal body (110), whereby the plastic body (120) is securely joined to the metal body (110) due to plastic at least occupying the partly confined space (115).

Abstract: A male touch fastener product with a resin surface and an array of spaced-apart male touch fastener elements carried on the surface. Each touch fastener element has a stem extending from the surface and a head disposed at a distal end of the stem and extending laterally from the stem to a distal edge overhanging the surface. The head, stem and surface form a contiguous mass of resin, the head. The distal edge has multiple toes extending laterally outward and varying in shape and size about the edge, with adjacent toes having facing, free-form resin surfaces defining crevices therebetween. The fastener element is particularly flexible and engages with very fine fibers.

Abstract: An apparatus to be used as the slider on a zipper chain is disclosed. The apparatus may include a slider that may be configured with an attachment that may add decorative elements to the slider. The attachment may be configured to the slider using a mount that may include an inner opening that may receive the slider.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a multilayered jewelry article, and method of making, comprising stones 2 (synthetic, real, glass, plastic, etc.), wherein the appearance of the stones is enhanced by applying nail polish, or a nail appliqué 1, to the back surface 14 of at least one stone, or to the front surface 18 of the metal casting that the stone is framed in. The nail polish or nail appliqué comprises colors and/or materials (e.g. glitter, foils, mica, etc.) that are reflected through the front surface of the stone to give each stone a unique decorative appearance. The stones may be translucent colored or clear. The nail appliqué comprises an adhesive layer applied atop a removable substrate; and a first semi-dried nail enamel and/or metallic layer applied atop said adhesive layer; and the adhesive layer adheres to the front surface of the jewelry casting upon removal of the substrate.

Abstract: A light-emitting jewelry piece includes a gemstone, a head, and a mounting. The head is configured to interconnect the gemstone to the mounting. The mounting is arranged to secure the light-emitting jewelry piece to a person or a personal adornment.

Abstract: An article of jewelry may include a pod unit fitting into the body of each pod unit, both stacking up vertically and horizontally. Each pod unit is provided be so that the body of each pod unit is designed to have a protrusion extending out on one side, and an opening on the opposite side of body along an axis. In operation, when one pod unit is place next to another, the protrusion extending from the body mates or connects into the opening of the adjacent pod unit, to form a chain of pod units.

Abstract: A handbag system which zippered panels create expanding or contracting interior space in accordance to the users' needs at the moment, while adding design interest and color coordination by zipping open or closing panels, or by zipping on or off the several panels which define the shape of the bag. Additional decorative panel(s) with cut outs and removable inserts may be applied, increasing usability and versatility. Another handbag system has two or more interchanging elements that provides several expressly different fashion options according to the users' needs by utilizing a combination of differing colors, textures, weaves, patterns, fabrics, leather, vinyl or other composite material suitable for this application not mentioned here. The reversible (bi-facial) exoskeleton comprising of a base, sides and of a cutwork or other innovative figure ground reversal design method of allowing the bifacial insert visibility through the exoskeleton to add contrast and visual interest.

Abstract: An interchangeable bag system and method of using the bag. The bag includes a base which forms an interior compartment of the interchangeable bag system, a cover, sets of complementary retention elements and at least one set of interlocking mechanism. The retention elements help secure the interchangeable covers to the base of the bag. The interlocking mechanism ensures that the cover is securely attached to the base of the bag. The interchangeable cover covers the entire surface area of the bag and is securely attached to the base while allowing a user to access the interior compartment of the bag.

Abstract: An electronic device protection apparatus conformal with an electronic device including a retaining sheath having a base section disposed so as to substantially cover the rear of the electronic device, and a rim section, including an inner channel, forming a perimeter around and receiving an exterior edge of the electronic device, at least one aperture defined by and extending through one or more of the base section and the rim section, the aperture configured such that an edge of the aperture at least partially surrounds a camera and flash unit of the electronic device, and at least one hood defined by and projecting from the one or more of the base section and the rim section such that the hood and the one or more of the base section and the rim section are a unitary member, wherein the hood substantially surrounds at least a portion of the edge of the aperture and is configured so as to define a non-reflective pass through, non-reflective of flash illumination of the flash unit with respect to the camera.

Abstract: A protective case for a portable device having a touchscreen constructed from a back frame, a front frame, and a stretchable cover is disclosed herein. The back frame receives the device through an open front and the stretchable cover is stretched over the back frame and the device. A portion of the cover stretches over the back frame and device such that the device is securely held in the back frame. A front frame with a transparent screen protector that allows the touch screen of the device to be used while the device is fully enclosed in the case is removably coupled to the back frame with grasping protrusions that connect to mounting portions on the back frame that extend through openings in the stretchable cover.

Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device having a front cover and a storage compartment for storage of personal items such as credit cards, personal identification cards, and/or cash is disclosed. The protective case includes a main body and a detachable panel configured to cover an aperture through the shell of the protective case providing access to the storage compartment via a hinged connection. The shell, panel, and front are secured to flexible layers, which allow the case to be positioned in one or more viewing/operating positions.