Patent Application
20210378391
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The present invention relates generally to the field of protective case devices and more specifically relates to a smartphone casing with an attached, wearable band, or hand strap structured and arranged to secure a cellular smartphone to the hand of the user.
The market is currently flooded with cell phone accessories that seek to make use of these handy units even more convenient. Compact headsets, featuring a speaker that can be affixed to the ear in addition to an integrally attached mouthpiece, are designed for consumers with busy schedules. Freeing the hands from holding the unit, headsets allow cell phone users to conduct business or personal conversations while attending to other tasks. Additionally, belt clips for encasing devices are very practical, providing a housing for the unit when it is not in use and a sturdy means of storage when the phone is used in conjunction with the headset. However, management problems are exacerbated with slimline smart phones, since these are not kept in a belt clip. With slippery plastic casing and glass fronts, it is not uncommon for these units to easily slip from one's grasp. Should the glass protecting the screen crack or break, it can cost almost as much as a new phone to have it replaced. Moreover, with all the capabilities inherent in smart phones such as Apple's iPhone and Samsung's Android, it is necessary to use both hands to fully operate the device. As can be imagined, trying to send a text message, capturing a candid photo, or simply placing a call can risk one dropping and breaking the equipment. Considering that smart phones are becoming more and more necessary, convenient and reliable means of managing and maintaining these units have become especially important.
Various attempts have been made to solve problems found in protective case device art. Among these are found in: U.S. Pat. No. 8,676,279 to Andy McCurdy; U.S. Pub. No. 20150173497 to David Yu; and U.S. Pat. No. 9,259,077 to Murphy et al. This prior art is representative of protective cases for portable electronic devices comprising a strap.
None of the above inventions and patents, taken either singly or in combination, is seen to describe the invention as claimed. Thus, a need exists for a reliable Grab & Go Phone Case, smartphone casing with an attached, wearable band, or hand strap structured and arranged to secure a cellular smartphone to the hand of the user and to avoid the above-mentioned problems.
In view of the foregoing disadvantages inherent in the known protective case device art, the present invention provides an improved case for electronic devices. The general purpose of the present invention, which will be described subsequently in greater detail, is to provide a smartphone casing with an attached, wearable band, or hand strap structured and arranged to secure a cellular smartphone to the hand of the user. Offering a hand strap that gives a full 360° of rotation, and thus a more comfortable and reliable grasp thereby reducing droppage and increase comfort by offering consumers a more secure and efficient means of handling and operating these expensive devices. The features of the invention which are believed to be novel are particularly pointed out and distinctly claimed in the concluding portion of the specification. These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with reference to the following drawings and detailed description.
The figures which accompany the written portion of this specification illustrate embodiments according to the teachings of the present invention.
The various embodiments of the present invention will hereinafter be described in conjunction with the appended drawings.
As discussed above, embodiments of the present invention relate to a protective case for a smartphone with an attached, wearable band, or hand strap structured and arranged to secure a cellular smartphone to the hand of the user. The hand strap gives a full 360° of rotation, and thus a more comfortable and reliable grasp thereby reducing droppage and increase comfort by offering consumers a more secure and efficient means of handling and operating these expensive devices.
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The first connector member 170 may be formed as a circular disk 171 having a radius and including a plurality of spaced ridges 172 upon an inner circumference thereof. The second connector member 180 may be formed as a circular disk 181 having a radius smaller than the radius of the circular disk of the first connector member and including a plurality of spaced, flexible, teeth 182 upon an outer circumference thereof, such that the plurality of spaced, flexible, teeth of the second connector member releasably engage respective ones of the plurality of spaced ridges of the first connector member thereby allowing the adjustable handle to be rotatably and securely adjusted with respect to the main body.
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The semi-rigid panel may be formed from semi-rigid plastic, the first connector may be formed from a metallic material, and the second connector may be formed from a metallic material.
The instant case may be formed having dimensions including approximately 6″ in height, 3″ in width, and ¼″ in depth.
The instant case has an open face to allow easy view and operation of the smart phone's touchscreen, as well as a rear opening over the smart phone's camera lens. The case may also be produced in a variety of colors to appeal to individual tastes.
The case would provide a sturdy and simple means of securing a cellular smart phone to the person's hand without the person having to grip or intentionally hold the phone. Creatively appropriating a case and band combination, the case would ensure hand strain is a thing of the past, and that costly cellular equipment would not be broken or destroyed because of a potential fumble. heavy-duty, yet flexible, the adjustable band of the case could be positioned to comfortably fit virtually any hand size. As the phone itself would be within easy reach at all times, users would be able to receive and place calls, take instant video shots, and access messages in a matter of seconds. While the case was primarily conceived with popular phone brands in mind, any smart phone device would work this universal product, ensuring that costly smart phones are easily carried, held, accessed, and protected.
Although specific embodiments have been illustrated and described herein, it will be appreciated by those of ordinary skill in the art that any arrangement, which is calculated to achieve the same purpose, may be substituted for the specific embodiment shown. This application is intended to cover any adaptations or variations of the present invention.
Although the invention has been explained in relation to its preferred embodiment, it is to be understood that many other possible modifications and variations can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.
