COUPLEABLE RECEPTACLE

Abstract

A receptacle for retaining one or more portable devices including a supportive structure formed from a pliant material. The supportive structure includes a front face having one or more front compartments and a back face having one or more back compartments positioned along the back face. The receptacle includes an extension coupled to an upper portion of the supportive structure where the extension supports the supportive structure. The receptacle includes one or more elastic retention cables extending from the supportive structure where the device fastener is configured to be coupled with a portable device.

Description

BACKGROUND

Small, hand-held electrical devices can be important tools in modern homes. These devices can provide convenience and efficiency in everyday tasks. These compact gadgets range from personal care items like hairdryers, electric razors, and toothbrushes, to remote controls, phones, headphones or the like. Their portability increases the usability and ease in storage.

Small, hand-held devices can be designed with user-friendly features. For example, these devices can contribute to time-saving and can improve user's quality of life. Small, hand-held devices can be considered, in some instances these devices can be indispensable.

In some examples, homes, businesses and the like have electronic devices that are operated with remote controls and associated components. Remote controls can be used with televisions, computers, gaming stations, lighting systems, and environmental controls. One purpose of remote controls can include enabling users to operate associated devices from various locations due to their portable nature. Remote controls can also be relatively small devices that can be placed, both during use and when stored, in a multitude of locations around a room, residence or business, or the like.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 illustrates an example front view of a receptacle according to at least one example of the present disclosure.

FIG. 2 illustrates an example of a back view of a receptacle according to at least one example of the present disclosure.

FIG. 3 illustrates a cross section of a receptacle according to at least one example of the present disclosure.

FIGS. 4A and 4B illustrate an example of the receptacle according to at least one example of the present disclosure.

SUMMARY

The universal need to locate small, electronic devices can present a challenge that impacts users across different environments. The small, electronic devices can be portable and do not always remain in the same location. The portability of small, electronic devices can increase a risk of misplacement, leading to disrupted access to electronic devices and time spent searching for the device. This problem is particularly evident in common usage areas like bedrooms, living rooms, dens, offices or the like, where small, electronic devices are frequently used but can become separated from associated devices. The search for misplaced devices, such as remote controls, can be problematic when multiple devices are used to operate electronic devices, as is common in modern households.

In an example, a receptacle or container can be used to retain or hold devices or tools that can be easily relocated or misplaced. For example, baskets, bins, containers, or the like have limitations in addressing this challenge. For example, a storage system can retain, hold, or store the device in a single location, but the storage system does not ensure the device is not misplaced. For example, the device can be removed from the storage system and not returned to the storage system. In other examples, attaching a device with a cord to a storage system or to an article of furniture or other structure can establish constant tension which can interfere with the comfortable usage of the device. The need for a solution that balances remote control accessibility with reliable storage and retrieval remains a persistent challenge for users of electronic devices.

In various examples, a receptacle or container can be provided for retaining and organizing portable devices, such as remote controls, that are prone to being misplaced. The receptacle can include one or more compartments specifically designed to hold specific devices, such as remote controls, smartphones, tablets, telephones, and headphones while maintaining their accessibility for regular use. In another example, the receptacle can include components that can be used to store accessories, such as batteries, user manuals, account password lists, notes, or the like, that are beneficial for the operation of the device.

Optionally, the receptacle or container can be mounted on furniture such as a bed, bed headboards, or parts of couches. The receptacle or container can be positioned on furniture with storage compartments on one side and additional storage features on the opposite side. This design allows for the efficient organization of multiple remote controls while maintaining easy access and preventing loss or misplacement of devices.

In an example, the receptacle can include an adjustable connection system. The adjustable control system can include connectors such as extendable and retractable cords or lanyards associated with each compartment. These connectors can be designed to automatically release tension when fully extended and retract automatically when pulled, returning the remote control to the storage position.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The present disclosure relates to a receptacle designed to retain and organize portable devices, such as remote controls, smartphones, tablets, telephones, headphones, or the like which are prone to being misplaced. The receptacle includes one or more compartments specifically designed to retain portable devices, both when the device is in use and when not in use. Additionally, the receptacle includes a connection system with extendable or retractable connectors, ensuring the device returns to the storage position. This design addresses the issue of misplacing small electronic devices, providing a reliable solution for users in various environments, such as homes, offices, and businesses.

The receptacle can be mounted on furniture, such as beds, headboards, couches, chairs, or other articles of furniture. Optionally, the receptacle includes storage compartments on one side and additional storage features on the opposite side. This configuration allows for efficient organization of multiple devices while maintaining easy access and preventing loss or misplacement. The compartments and connections are designed to securely hold the devices, minimizing the likelihood of them being lost, misplaced, or stolen.

Illustrated in FIG. 1 is an example receptacle 100. The receptacle 100 can retain one or more portable devices 150. The one or more portable devices 150 can include one or more of remote controls, phones, headphones, or the like. The one or more portable devices 150 can be retained within one or more compartments 120 and with the connection system 130. The combination of the one or more compartments 120 and the connection system 130 can ensure the one or more portable devices 150 are less likely to be misplaced or removed from a desired location.

The receptacle 100 can be sized and shaped according to the desired location of the receptacle 100. For example, the receptacle 100 can have a rectangular profile. In other examples, the receptacle 100 can have other profiles such as circular, polygonal or the like. In an example, the receptacle 100 can have any dimension, such as perimeter or area, as dictated by the purpose. For example, the receptacle 100 can be approximately four inches (10 cm) to twelve inches (30.5 cm) wide. In an example, the receptacle 100 can be approximately ten inches (25.5 cm) to twelve inches (30.5 cm) long. However, the receptacle 100 can be smaller or larger according to the purpose.

The receptacle 100 can include a supportive structure 110. The supportive structure 110 can be formed from a pliable or flexible material. For example, the supportive structure 110 can be formed of fabric, cloth, sheet, or the like. In some examples, the supportive structure 110 is formed from a synthetic material, polymer material, natural material (e.g., cotton, leather or the like), or a blend of materials.

The supportive structure 110 can include a front face 115. The front face 115 can include an upper portion 116 and a lower portion 118. The upper portion 116 can be the top portion of the supportive structure 110 including the area around and proximate to an upper edge 117. The lower portion 118 can be the lower portion of the supportive structure 110 including the area around and proximate to a lower edge of the supportive structure 110.

The supportive structure 110 can include one or more compartments 120. In an example, there is one compartment (e.g., a single compartment of the one or more compartments 120) positioned along the supportive structure 110. In the example illustrated in FIG. 1, there are three compartments positioned along the supportive structure. The one or more compartments 120 can be formed as a pocket, cavity, pouch or the like. The one or more compartments 120 can be formed to securely retain one or more portable devices 150. Optionally, the one or more compartments 120 include closures 122 such as flaps, snaps, hook and loop connectors, buttons or the like that can close (e.g., including completely shut, having an opening or the like) the one or more compartments 120. The closures 122 can be an additional retention feature to assist in ensuring the one or more portable devices 150 remains secured in the one or more compartments 120.

In another example, the one or more compartments 120 can be positioned along the front face 115. The one or more compartments 120 can be spaced at regular intervals from an adjacent compartment of the one or more compartments 120. Optionally, the one or more compartments 120 are positioned closer to adjacent compartments. For example, the one or more compartments 120 are positioned either adjacent laterally to each other or adjacent longitudinally to each other, or both.

The receptacle 100 can include a connection system 130. The connection system 130 can be coupled with the supportive structure 110. For example, the one or more compartments 120 can be associated with a connection system 130 extending from or proximate to the one or more compartments 120. The connection system 130 can be formed to connect one or more portable devices 150 to the receptacle 100. Optionally, the one or more portable devices 150 are removably connected with the connection system 130.

The connection system 130 can include one or more retention cables 132. The connection system 130 can include a device or mechanism that allows the one or more retention cables 132 to be extended or retracted. Optionally, the connection system 130 does not include a device or mechanism that allows the one or more retention cables 132 to be extended or retracted, but instead one or more retention cables 132 includes elastic properties. Elastic properties can include the ability for the one or more retention cables to extend and return to its original, or substantially original, form.

The connection system 130 can include one or more retention cables 132 formed from a cord, strap, string, lanyard, or the like. The one or more retention cables 132 can have elasticity such that the length of the connection system 130 can be extended and retracted. Optionally, the one or more retention cables 132 is retractably coupled with the supportive structure 110 so the one or more retention cables 132 can be retracted when desired.

In some examples, one or more retention cables 132 of the connection system 130 can be fixed to the supportive structure 110. In an example, the one or more retention cables 132 can be fixed or can be coupled in a decouplable relationship with the supportive structure 110 at a first end portion 133 of the one or more retention cables 132. For example, the first end portion 133 of the one or more retention cables 132 can be coupled with at least one side of the supportive structure 110. For example, the first end portion 133 of the one or more retention cables 132 can be coupled with the front face 115 of the supportive structure 110. In another example, the one or more retention cables 132 can be coupled with the supportive structure 110 through a hole (e.g., opening, recess or the like) in the one or more compartments 120.

The one or more retention cables 132 can include a second end portion 135 at an opposing end of the one or more retention cables 132 from the first end portion 133. The second end portion 135 can be coupled with the one or more portable devices 150. In an example the device end 134 can be removably coupled with the one or more portable devices 150. The device end 134 can include a device fastener 136. While the device fastener 136 is illustrated in FIG. 1 at an end portion of the one or more portable devices 150, the device fastener 136 can be positioned along any surface or portion of the one or more portable devices 150. For example, the device fastener 136 can be coupled to a back of one or more portable devices 150.

The connection system 130 can include a retained configuration and an extended configuration. The retained configuration can include the one or more retention cables 132 in a relaxed configuration where minimal external force is applied to the one or more retention cables 132. In some examples, in the retained configuration no force is applied to the one or more retention cables 132 or other components of the connection system 130 from an external source. In the extended configuration, the connection system 130 including, the one or more retention cables 132 can be subjected to a tensile force. For example, the one or more retention cables 132 can be pulled so the one or more portable devices 150 coupled to the one or more retention cables 132 can be placed into use.

For example, the one or more portable devices 150 can be pulled a specified distance from the supportive structure 110. The connection system 130 in the extended configuration can be pulled, or extended, the maximum length of the connection system 130 as dictated by the length and elasticity of the one or more retention cables 132. In another example, the one or more retention cables 132 can be pulled or extended any distance therebetween.

In some examples, when the one or more portable devices 150 is removed from the receptacle 100 and use is no longer desired, the connection system 130 can be retracted to be proximate to the receptacle 100. In some examples, the elasticity of the connection system 130 can initiate and complete the retraction of the one or more portable devices 150. When one or more portable devices 150 are coupled with the receptacle 100 each one or more portable devices 150 can be extended or retracted individually.

Illustrated in FIG. 2 is an illustration of a receptacle 200 including a back face 210. The receptacle 200 can include a front face similar to the front face 115 discussed related to FIG. 1. The back face 210 can be opposed to the front face. The back face 210 can extend between an upper portion 216 and a lower portion 218. The back face 210 can be formed from the same material as the front face 115. For example, the back face 210 can be a unitary structure with the front face 115 (as related to FIG. 1). In another example, the back face 210 can be formed from a second piece of material coupled with the front face 115. The back face 210 can be formed from the same material as the front face 115 or a different material as the front face 115.

The back face 210 can include a compartment 220 (e.g., pocket, pouch, or the like). The compartment 220 can have one pocket. The compartment 220 can have multiple, and separated, areas to store or retain accessories associated with the devices. For example, the compartment 220 can be sized to store batteries, instructions, important documents (e.g., passwords, user names, warranties or the like) or other information associated with the one or more portable devices 150. The compartment 220 can also be sized to retain additional devices.

The compartment 220 can include a closure 222, such as a hook and loop closure, a latch, a zipper, a button or similar closure. The compartment 220 can be securely closed with the closure 222. For example, the closure 222 can securely shut or close the compartment 220. The closure 222 can partially close the compartment 220. For instance, the closure 222 can remain closed with openings.

Illustrated in FIG. 3 is a cross sectional view of a receptacle 300 that can have an extension 340. The extension 340 can be coupled to an upper portion 316 of a front face 315 of a supportive structure 310. The extension 340 can be coupled with the front face 315 or between the front face 315 and the back face 360 with a fastener, stitching, adhesive, or the like. The extension 340 can be a continuation of the material that forms the extension 340. Optionally, the extension 340 is formed from a different material than the supportive structure 310. The extension 340 can be formed from a flexible or pliant material that can support the supportive structure 310. In an example, the flexible or pliant material is a material that can have anchoring characteristics. Anchoring characteristics include, non-slip, moldable or the like.

The extension 340 can be formed to support the supportive structure 310 when the receptacle 300 is positioned relative to or on an article of furniture 370. The extension 340 can be a support that anchors the supportive structure 310 to the article of article of furniture 370. Optionally, a biasing member 380 is positioned within the extension 340. The biasing member 380 can be a spring, clamp, clip or the like. The biasing member 380 can be formed or positioned within, for example, the receptacle 300. For instance, the biasing member 380 can extend within the receptacle 300 from the front face 315 through the extension 340 and through the back face 360. The biasing member 380 can assist in retaining the receptacle 300 to an article of furniture as the biasing member 380 can assist with grasping, clamping, or the like the article of furniture. The biasing member 380 can be formed from one or more of steel, aluminum, plastics or the like.

The receptacle 300 can include a supportive structure 310 similar to the supportive structure discussed related to FIG. 1. For example, the supportive structure 310 can include one or more compartments 320. The one or more compartments 320 can be formed to retain one or more portable devices 350. The one or more portable devices 350 can be connected or retained with the receptacle 300 with a connection system 330. The back face 360 can include one or more retention cables 332 similar to the retention cables discussed related to FIG. 1.

The one or more retention cables 332, for example, can be extended or retracted according to the use. Optionally, the one or more retention cables 332 can be coupled with the supportive structure 310 with a mechanism that can cause the one or more retention cables 332 to be extended or retracted. In another example, the one or more retention cables 332 can be formed from an elastic material that allows the one or more retention cables 332 to have a retained configuration and an extended configuration similar to the configurations discussed related to FIG. 1.

In an example, the extension 340 includes a back face 360. The back face 360 can be similar to the back face discussed related to FIG. 2. The back face 360, for example, can include a compartment 322. The one or more compartments 322 can retain one or more accessories or other components that can be beneficial for a user. Optionally, the back face 360 can be positioned to lay flat against an opposing side of an article of furniture 370. For instance, the back face 360 can be in continuous contact with a surface of the article of furniture 370.

In the example illustrated in FIG. 3, the back face 360 can be located on an opposing side of the furniture from the front face 315. The back face 360 can be spaced with the extension 340 from the front face 315. The extension 340 can be wrapped or positioned along a portion of the article of furniture 370. In certain examples, the extension 340 can extend over a headboard of a bed. In another example, the extension 340 can extend over an arm of an armchair or sofa. The extension 340 can be anchored to a piece of furniture with the extension 340.

The receptacle 300 can be positioned with the extension 340 relative to the furniture 370 such that a user has easy access to the one or more portable devices 350. For example, the one or more portable devices 350 can be stored within the one or more compartments 320 and coupled with the supportive structure 310 with the one or more retention cables 332. In this fashion, the user can maintain the location of the one or more portable devices 350 while at least one device of the one or more portable devices 350 is in use.

Illustrated in FIGS. 4A and 4B is an example of a receptacle 400 that has a support structure 410 and a back face 460. In an example, the support structure 410 and the back face 460 can be formed as one structure without an extension, as discussed related to FIG. 3. The support structure 410 can be similar to the support structure discussed related to any of FIG. 1 or 3.

The support structure 410 and the back face 460 can be designed similarly to the receptacle 100 and the receptacle 200 as illustrated in FIGS. 1 and 2, respectively. The support structure 410 and the back face 460 can be formed without an extension connecting the two sides. In an example, the support structure 410 and the back face 460 are formed as the same structure. Optionally, the receptacle 400 can be coupled with an article of furniture or placed on or, in relation, to an article of furniture.

In this example, one or more portable devices 450 can be coupled with the support structure 410. For instance, one or more retention cables 432 can be coupled with the support structure 410 on a first end portion 433 and the one or more portable devices 450 can be coupled with the one or more retention cables 432 at the second end portion 435. The one or more portable devices 450 can be coupled with the second end portion 435 with a device fastener 436. The device fastener 436 can be positioned on the one or more portable devices 450 at an end portion of one of the one or more portable devices 450 or along a back surface of one of the one or more portable devices 450.

The receptacle 400 can include a connection system 430 including the one or more retention cables 432. The connection system 430 can allow for the one or more retention cables 432 to be retracted or extended according to the use. For example, the one or more retention cables 432 can be formed from an elastic material that allows for extension and retraction.

Aspects

Aspect 1 can include subject matter, such as a receptacle for retaining one or more portable devices comprising: a supportive structure including: a front face including an upper portion and a lower portion; and one or more compartments positioned along the front face; an extension coupled to at least a portion of the upper portion; and a connection system including: one or more retention cables coupled with the supportive structure including: a first end portion connected with the supportive structure proximate to at least one of the one or more compartments; and a second end portion including a device fastener.

Aspect 2 can include, or can optionally be combined with the subject matter of Aspect 1, to optionally include the one or more retention are configured to be elastically extendable or retractable.

Aspect 3 can include, or can optionally be combined with the subject matter of one or any combination of Aspects 1 or 2 to optionally include the connection system includes include a retained configuration and an extended configuration; wherein in the retained configuration the one or more retention cables are subjected to minimal external force; wherein in the extended configuration, the one or more retention cables are subjected to a tensile force; wherein the one or more retention cables are configured to return to the retained configuration when the tensile force is removed.

Aspect 4 can include, or can optionally be combined with the subject matter of one or any combination of Aspects 1-3 to optionally include the extension is formed from a flexible material, the flexible material configured to support the supportive structure.

Aspect 5 can include, or can optionally be combined with the subject matter of one or any combination of Aspects 1-4 to optionally include the extension has a length dimension longer than a supportive structure length dimension; wherein the extension is configured to anchor the supportive structure.

Aspect 6 can include, or can optionally be combined with the subject matter of one or any combination of Aspects 1-5 to optionally include the one or more compartments are sized to retain at least one portable device.

Aspect 7 can include, or can optionally be combined with the subject matter of one or any combination of Aspects 1-6 to optionally include each of the one or more retention cables is associated with one of the one or more compartments.

Aspect 8 can include, or can optionally be combined with the subject matter of one or any combination of Aspects 1-7 to optionally include the device fastener is configured to be removably coupled with one portable device of the one or more portable devices.

Aspect 9 can include subject matter, such as a system for retaining one or more portable devices comprising: a supportive structure having an upper portion and a lower portion, the supportive structure including: a front face extending between the upper portion and the lower portion; a back face opposed to the front face, the back face extending between the upper portion and the lower portion; and one or more front compartments positioned along the front face; one or more retention cables extending from the supportive structure including: a first end connected with the supportive structure; and a second end having a device fastener; and one or more portable devices; wherein the device fastener couples the one or more portable devices with the one or more retention cables.

Aspect 10 can include, or can optionally be combined with the subject matter of Aspect 9, to optionally include an extension coupled to the upper portion.

Aspect 11 can include, or can optionally be combined with the subject matter of one or any combination of Aspects 9 or 10 to optionally include the extension is configured to anchor the supportive structure.

Aspect 12 can include, or can optionally be combined with the subject matter of one or any combination of Aspects 9-11 to optionally include the one or more retention cables has elasticity.

Aspect 13 can include, or can optionally be combined with the subject matter of one or any combination of Aspects 9-12 to optionally include the one or more retention cables is configured to extend and retract.

Aspect 14 can include, or can optionally be combined with the subject matter of one or any combination of Aspects 9-13 to optionally include the one or more front compartments are sized to retain one portable device.

Aspect 15 can include, or can optionally be combined with the subject matter of one or any combination of Aspects 9-14 to optionally include at least one retention cable of the one or more retention cables is associated with one of the one or more front compartments.

Aspect 16 can include, or can optionally be combined with the subject matter of one or any combination of Aspects 9-15 to optionally include a back compartment positioned on the back face; wherein the back compartment includes a closure.

Aspect 17 can include subject matter, such as a receptacle for retaining one or more portable devices comprising: a supportive structure formed from a pliant material, the supportive structure including: a front face including one or more front compartments positioned along the front face; and a back face opposing the front face including one or more back compartments positioned along the back face; an extension coupled to an upper portion of the supportive structure; wherein the extension is configured to support the supportive structure; and one or more elastic retention cables extending from the supportive structure, the one or more elastic retention cables including: a first end connected with the supportive structure; and a second end including a device fastener; wherein the device fastener is configured to be coupled with a portable device.

Aspect 18 can include, or can optionally be combined with the subject matter of Aspect 17, to optionally include the one or more elastic retention cables includes a retained configuration and an extended configuration; wherein in the retained configuration the one or more elastic retention cables are subjected to minimal external force; wherein in the extended configuration, the one or more elastic retention cables are subjected to a tensile force; wherein the one or more elastic retention cables is configured to return to the retained configuration when the tensile force is removed.

Aspect 19 can include, or can optionally be combined with the subject matter of one or any combination of Aspects 17 or 18 to optionally include the supportive structure is configured to be associated with an article of furniture; wherein the extension is configured to anchor the supportive structure to the article of furniture.

Aspect 20 can include, or can optionally be combined with the subject matter of one or any combination of Aspects 9-19 to optionally include the device fastener is configured to be removably coupled with the portable device.

The above description includes references to the accompanying drawings, which form a part of the detailed description. The drawings show, by way of illustration, specific embodiments in which the invention can be practiced. These embodiments are also referred to herein as “aspects” or “examples.” Such aspects or example can include elements in addition to those shown or described. However, the present inventors also contemplate aspects or examples in which only those elements shown or described are provided. Moreover, the present inventors also contemplate aspects or examples using any combination or permutation of those elements shown or described (or one or more features thereof), either with respect to particular aspects or examples (or one or more features thereof), or with respect to other Aspects (or one or more features thereof) shown or described herein.

In the event of inconsistent usages between this document and any documents so incorporated by reference, the usage in this document controls.

In this document, the terms “a” or “an” are used, as is common in patent documents, to include one or more than one, independent of any other instances or usages of “at least one” or “one or more.” In this document, the term “or” is used to refer to a nonexclusive or, such that “A or B” includes “A but not B,” “B but not A,” and “A and B,” unless otherwise indicated. In this document, the terms “including” and “in which” are used as the plain-English equivalents of the respective terms “comprising” and “wherein.” Also, in the following claims, the terms “including” and “comprising” are open-ended, that is, a system, device, article, composition, formulation, or process that includes elements in addition to those listed after such a term in a claim are still deemed to fall within the scope of that claim. Moreover, in the following claims, the terms “first,” “second,” and “third,” etc. are used merely as labels, and are not intended to impose numerical requirements on their objects.

Geometric terms, such as “parallel,” “perpendicular,” “round,” or “square,” are not intended to require absolute mathematical precision, unless the context indicates otherwise. Instead, such geometric terms allow for variations due to manufacturing or equivalent functions. For example, if an element is described as “round” or “generally round,” a component that is not precisely circular (e.g., one that is slightly oblong or is a many-sided polygon) is still encompassed by this description.

The above description is intended to be illustrative, and not restrictive. For example, the above-described aspects or examples (or one or more aspects thereof) may be used in combination with each other. Other embodiments can be used, such as by one of ordinary skill in the art upon reviewing the above description. The Abstract is provided to comply with 37 C.F.R. § 1.72 (b), to allow the reader to quickly ascertain the nature of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. Also, in the above Detailed Description, various features may be grouped together to streamline the disclosure. This should not be interpreted as intending that an unclaimed disclosed feature is essential to any claim. Rather, inventive subject matter may lie in less than all features of a particular disclosed embodiment. Thus, the following claims are hereby incorporated into the Detailed Description as aspects, examples, or embodiments, with each claim standing on its own as a separate embodiment, and it is contemplated that such embodiments can be combined with each other in various combinations or permutations. The scope of the invention should be determined with reference to the appended claims, along with the full scope of equivalents to which such claims are entitled.

Claims

1. A receptacle for retaining one or more portable devices comprising: a supportive structure including: a front face including an upper portion and a lower portion; andone or more compartments positioned along the front face;an extension coupled to at least a portion of the upper portion; anda connection system including: one or more retention cables coupled with the supportive structure including: a first end portion connected with the supportive structure proximate to at least one of the one or more compartments; anda second end portion including a device fastener.

2. The receptacle of claim 1, wherein the one or more retention cables are configured to be elastically extendable or retractable.

3. The receptacle of claim 1, wherein the connection system includes a retained configuration and an extended configuration; wherein in the retained configuration the one or more retention cables are subjected to minimal external force;wherein in the extended configuration, the one or more retention cables are subjected to a tensile force; andwherein the one or more retention cables are configured to return to the retained configuration when the tensile force is removed.

4. The receptacle of claim 1, wherein the extension is formed from a flexible material, the flexible material configured to support the supportive structure.

5. The receptacle of claim 1, wherein the extension has a length dimension longer than a supportive structure length dimension; wherein the extension is configured to anchor the supportive structure.

6. The receptacle of claim 1, wherein the one or more compartments are sized to retain at least one portable device.

7. The receptacle of claim 1, wherein each of the one or more retention cables is associated with one of the one or more compartments.

8. The receptacle of claim 1, wherein the device fastener is configured to be removably coupled with one portable device of the one or more portable devices.

9. A system for retaining one or more portable devices comprising: a supportive structure having an upper portion and a lower portion, the supportive structure including: a front face extending between the upper portion and the lower portion;a back face opposed to the front face, the back face extending between the upper portion and the lower portion; andone or more front compartments positioned along the front face;one or more retention cables extending from the supportive structure including: a first end connected with the supportive structure; anda second end having a device fastener; andone or more portable devices; wherein the device fastener couples the one or more portable devices with the one or more retention cables.

10. The system for retaining the one or more portable devices of claim 9, including an extension coupled to the upper portion.

11. The system for retaining the one or more portable devices of claim 10, wherein the extension is configured to anchor the supportive structure.

12. The system for retaining the one or more portable devices of claim 9, wherein the one or more retention cables have elastic properties.

13. The system for retaining the one or more portable devices of claim 12, wherein the one or more retention cables are configured to extend and retract.

14. The system for retaining the one or more portable devices of claim 9, wherein each of the one or more front compartments are sized to retain one portable device.

15. The system for retaining the one or more portable devices of claim 9, wherein at least one retention cable of the one or more retention cables is associated with one of the one or more front compartments.

16. The system for retaining the one or more portable devices of claim 9, including a back compartment positioned on the back face; wherein the back compartment includes a closure.

17. A receptacle for retaining one or more portable devices comprising: a supportive structure formed from a pliant material, the supportive structure including: a front face including one or more front compartments positioned along the front face; anda back face opposing the front face including one or more back compartments positioned along the back face;an extension coupled to an upper portion of the supportive structure; wherein the extension is configured to support the supportive structure; andone or more elastic retention cables extending from the supportive structure, the one or more elastic retention cables including: a first end connected with the supportive structure; anda second end including a device fastener; wherein the device fastener is configured to be coupled with a portable device.

18. The receptacle for retaining the one or more portable devices of claim 17, wherein the one or more elastic retention cables include a retained configuration and an extended configuration; wherein in the retained configuration the one or more elastic retention cables are subjected to minimal external force;wherein in the extended configuration, the one or more elastic retention cables are subjected to a tensile force; andwherein the one or more elastic retention cables are configured to return to the retained configuration when the tensile force is removed.

19. The receptacle for retaining the one or more portable devices of claim 17, wherein the supportive structure is configured to be associated with an article of furniture; and wherein the extension is configured to anchor the supportive structure to the article of furniture.

20. The receptacle for retaining the one or more portable devices of claim 17, wherein the device fastener is configured to be removably coupled with the portable device.