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Earbud adapter

US7349550B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 7, 2004
Grant dateMar 25, 2008
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Expiry dateOct 5, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04R1/1016
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Adapters for use with sound devices and methods for making and using the same. In some embodiments, an example adapter may include an adapter body having a first side, a port or projection extending from the first side, and a second side. The second side is generally configured to be attachable to a sound device such as an earbud or earbud-type of headphone. The projection may include a sleeve attached thereto. The projection and sleeve are generally configured to at least in part extend into the ear canal of a user during use.

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