Game controller for a mobile device with flat flex connector
US12145052B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 18, 2021 |
| Grant date | Nov 19, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 23, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63F2300/1043
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A game controller for a mobile device, the game controller including a first handle, a second handle, a bridge, and a flat, flexible cable. The first handle is configured to contact and support a mobile device. The first handle includes a user-accessible, first hardware interface on a main body portion of the first handle that is configured to accept touch inputs. The second handle is configured to contact and support the mobile device. The second handle includes a user-accessible, second hardware interface on a main body portion of the second handle that is configured to accept touch inputs. The bridge couples the first handle to the second handle. The bridge is in sliding engagement with the first handle and the second handle. The flat, flexible cable is configured to conduct an electrical signal between the first handle and the second handle.
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