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Tablet computer carrying case with retractable latch

A tablet computer, retractable locking technology, applied to the structural components of portable computers, electrical digital data processing, instruments, etc., can solve the problem of difficult protection of the front surface touch screen display

Inactive Publication Date: 2013-09-18
PARLE INNOVATION
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The use of such prior art keyboards in combination with tablets has many problems, such as conveniently carrying the keyboard and tablet together, quickly and safely assembling the keyboard and tablet, and protecting the tablet when carried with the keyboard , especially the protection of the front surface touch screen display is difficult

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[0063] In various embodiments disclosed herein, the fixed tablet carrying case can be switched between three modes of operation, storage mode, tablet mode, and keyboard mode, without taking out the tablet or removing any components of the carrying case, Thus providing a robust and safe construction for use in less than ideal use environments such as confined spaces or in a moving vehicle.

[0064] In one embodiment, the carrying case is used to fix the tablet computer and provide a physical keyboard for the tablet computer user. When open, the carrying case supports the tablet in an ergonomic position relative to the keyboard. When closed, the carrying case is constructed to carry the tablet easily while protecting it.

[0065] The portable bag embodiment disclosed herein has:

[0066] a the ability to transition (or reconfigure) from storage mode to any of several modes of operation, including but not limited to keyboard and tablet modes, without disconnecting or disassembl...

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Abstract

The invention provides a tablet computer carrying case with retractable latch, comprising a frame member and a base member. Wherein the frame member is used for retaining a tablet computer and a base member is coupled to the frame member. The frame member includes a recess with a protruding lip to receive a first edge of the tablet computer as it is inserted into the carrying case, and a retractable latching mechanism to secure a second, opposite edge of the tablet computer. The retractable latching mechanism can be moved to a retracted position to enable the second edge of the tablet computer to be inserted within the frame member and then released to a non-retracted position to secure the second edge of the tablet computer within the frame member.

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[0001] Cross References to Related Applications [0002] This application claims the benefit of priority of the following two United States Provisional Patent Applications, the contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference. [0003] Application Number filing date name 61 / 584,287 January 8, 2012 Multifunctional portable case for tablet computer 61 / 641,177 May 1, 2012 Multifunctional portable case for tablet computer technical field [0004] The invention relates to a tablet computer accessory, in particular to a tablet computer carrying case and a tablet computer keyboard with a retractable locking mechanism. Background technique [0005] A tablet is a self-contained computer device, typically portable and hand-held, and is distinguished by the design of its display screen and associated touch-screen interface. Tablet PCs generally do not have physical keyboards, and when users need to input text, they can start...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(China)
IPC IPC(8): A45C11/00A45C13/02
CPCG06F1/162G06F1/1628G06F1/1632G06F1/1662
Inventor 亚瑟·M·疏勒博格
Owner PARLE INNOVATION
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