Encasements for an electronic device having a biometric scanner
US8915361B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 31, 2014 |
| Grant date | Dec 23, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 31, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S206/811
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
This disclosure relates generally to an apparatus for retaining an electronic device as well as for methods for using the device for the purpose of doing the same. In various instances, the electronic device includes a housing including top and bottom members, and having a membrane region configured to facilitate interaction with a biometric scanner on the electronic device. In certain instances, the housing for the electronic device is adapted for protecting the device from one or more of shock, liquid, dust, snow, and the like. The electronic device may be any suitable electronic device, such as a computer, mobile computer, notebook computer, tablet computer, telephone, personal digital assistant, or the like.
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