Subscriber identity module (SIM) ejector
US9787342B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 24, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 10, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 26, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04M1/026
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Several embodiments for ejecting a SIM tray from an electronic device are disclosed. In some embodiments, a lever positioned behind the tray can be actuated to eject the tray. In some embodiments, a pivot mechanism can be actuated to eject the tray. In other embodiments, a gear mechanism can be actuated to eject the tray. In other embodiments, a spring element can be actuated to eject the tray. In some embodiments, the electronic device may include a key feature that allows the tray to eject only when a tool is used having a mating key feature with the key feature of the electronic device.
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