Method and apparatus for attaching a personal electronic device
US8505790B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 25, 2011 |
| Grant date | Aug 13, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 25, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA45F2003/148
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods for supporting an electronic device include an electronic device storage chamber; a shoulder strap attached to a top end of the electronic device storage chamber; a chest strap attached to a surface of the electronic device storage chamber; a bottom arm hingeably attached to a bottom end of the electronic device storage chamber; a ball joint attached to the bottom arm; and an electronic device support arm having a first end attached to the ball joint. In one embodiment, a phone arm can be attached to a surface of the electronic device storage chamber to adjustably support the position of a phone so that a user can simultaneously use the phone and the electronic device such as a tablet in a hands-free manner.
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