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Arcade-style game controller for a tablet computing device

US8480493B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 10, 2012
Grant dateJul 9, 2013
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Expiry dateJan 10, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA63F2300/204
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A game controller for a tablet computing device is disclosed. The controller includes a control console. A groove on a top portion of the control console configured and arranged to capture an edge of a tablet computing device in an upright orientation. A number of controls are included on the control console for transmitting game control inputs to the tablet computing device.

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