Magnetically configurable strap accessory for a mobile communications device
US10694837B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 19, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jun 30, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 19, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04B2001/3861
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A magnetically configurable strap accessory for a mobile communications device and method of using the same is disclosed. The magnetically configurable strap accessory includes a strap and a base. The strap includes a first strap magnet and a second strap magnet. The base includes a first base magnet, a second base magnet, a third base magnet, and a sleeve disposed at a first end of the base into which a portion of the strap can be retracted when the accessory is in a closed position and from which a portion of the strap can be extended when the accessory is in an open position; wherein, in the closed position, the first strap magnet is positioned in proximity to the first base magnet and the second strap magnet is positioned in proximity to the third base magnet such that the strap is held in a substantially flat position against the base by way of magnetic attraction between the first strap magnet and the first base magnet and magnetic attraction between the second strap magnet and the third base magnet; and wherein, in an open position, the first strap magnet is positioned in proximity to the second base magnet such that the strap is held in a substantially arched position with …
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