Accessory device with concealed internal button feature

Abstract

The invention relates to an accessory device with concealed internal button features. The invention discloses an accessory device with a button. The accessory device includes internal features to conceal the button and modifications and features to block light from passing through some locations of the button. The button may include a number of struts and a compressible member located between the struts. The compressible member may conform to the shape of the strut. In some exemplary implementations, the button may also include a seal extending around a perimeter of the button to conceal an internal feature of the button. In addition, the button may include an extension that further conceals the internal component. Further, the button may include an anti-reflective coating. Modifications to the side wall may include a compressible member inclined toward the button and / or a raised lip for use in conjunction with the extension of the button to conceal an internal feature.

Description

[0001] CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0002] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 63 / 537,802, filed on September 11, 2023, entitled “ACCESSORY DEVICE WITH CONCEALED INTERNAL BUTTONS FEATURES,” the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] The present application relates to buttons for devices, and more particularly to modified buttons that indirectly couple with accessory devices and include internal features for concealing the button. Background Art

[0004] An accessory device (e.g., a housing) for an electronic device includes a button positioned at a position corresponding to an electronic device button. When the button is in a static or unactuated position, some internal features of the button (e.g., a button post) may be visible at some locations on the distribution. Therefore, the user may see the internal features, thereby reducing the overall aesthetics of the accessory device. One solution is to provide the accessory device with thicker walls. However, this may prevent the accessory device button from achieving the minimum travel required for the desired functionality (e.g., actuating the electronic device button). BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0005] Certain features of the subject technology are set forth in the appended claims. However, for purposes of explanation, several embodiments of the subject technology are set forth in the following figures.

[0006] Figure 1 A perspective view of an example of an accessory device according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown.

[0007] Figure 2 A plan view of an accessory device and an electronic device positioned in the accessory device according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown.

[0008] Figure 3 A perspective view showing an example of a button according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown.

[0009] Figure 4 A plan view of a button according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown, also showing a post of the button and a compressible member associated with the post.

[0010] Figure 5 A perspective view of a wall of an accessory device and a button designed to couple with the wall is shown according to aspects of the present disclosure.

[0011] Figure 6A cross-sectional view of a button coupled to a wall of an accessory device is shown according to aspects of the present disclosure.

[0012] Figure 7 A perspective view of a seal for use with a button according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown.

[0013] Figure 8 A cross-sectional view of an alternative example of a button for an accessory device is shown, also showing a seal coupled to the button, in accordance with aspects of the present disclosure.

[0014] Fig. 9 A cross-sectional view of an alternative example of a button for an accessory device is shown, also showing modifications to both the accessory device and the button, in accordance with aspects of the present disclosure.

[0015] Fig.10 A cross-sectional view of an alternative example of a button for an accessory device showing a coating applied to the button according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown.

[0016] Fig.11 A cross-sectional view of an alternative example of a button for an accessory device showing a compressible layer applied to the accessory device according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown.

[0017] Fig.12 A plan view of an electronic device according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0018] The specific embodiments shown below are intended to be descriptions of various configurations of the subject technology and are not intended to represent the only configuration that the subject technology can be put into practice. The accompanying drawings are incorporated herein and constitute a part of the detailed description. The detailed description includes specific details intended to provide a thorough understanding of the subject technology. However, it will be clear and obvious to those skilled in the art that the subject technology is not limited to the specific details shown herein and can be put into practice without these specific details. In some cases, well-known structures and components are shown in block diagram form to avoid blurring the concept of the subject technology.

[0019] The present technology relates to accessory devices and buttons for accessory devices. A "button" shown and / or described herein may include a push button, touch sensor, etc. that is capable of operating (e.g., actuating) a switch, trigger, or other similar function of an electronic device. More specifically, the present technology relates to a button that is indirectly coupled to an accessory device. The phrase "indirectly coupled" may refer to an intermediate structure or structural assembly that is coupled to both the button and the accessory device such that the button is a "floating" button that does not physically contact the accessory device, including a wall (e.g., a side wall) of the accessory device. As a non-limiting example, the buttons described herein may be indirectly coupled to the accessory device via a plate (e.g., a welded plate).

[0020] In addition, the present technology relates to modifying buttons and / or accessory devices to hide, conceal, or otherwise shield internal features of the button. For example, a button may include a plurality of posts and a compressible member (e.g., foam) located between adjacent posts. The compressible member conforms to the shape of the posts and prevents light from leaking through the button while minimizing undesired movement of the button. In other exemplary implementations, the accessory device may include a compressible layer positioned on a sidewall. The compressible layer may form a chamfer at or near the button, thereby reducing the space between the button and the accessory device. Beneficially, modifications to the buttons and / or accessory devices described herein may focus the user's attention on the external aesthetic features of the accessory device while focusing the user's attention away from the internal features.

[0021] References below Figures 1 to 12 However, those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that the detailed description given herein with respect to these figures is for illustration purposes only and should not be construed as limiting.

[0022] Figure 1 A perspective view of an accessory device 100 according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown. As a non-limiting example, the accessory device 100 can take the form of a housing or protective cover for a mobile wireless communication device (including electronic devices such as smart phones and tablet computing devices). As shown, the accessory device 100 includes a wall 102. Wall 102 can be referred to as a bottom wall or a rear wall. The accessory device 100 can also include several walls extending from the wall 102. For example, the accessory device 100 can include a wall 104a, a wall 104b, a wall 104c, and a wall 104d. Each of the walls 104a, 104b, 104c, and 104d can be referred to as a side wall. Collectively, the wall 102 and the walls 104a, 104b, 104c, and 104d combine to form an internal volume or space to accommodate the mobile wireless communication device. Furthermore, in one or more implementations, by way of non-limiting example, the wall 102 and walls 104a, 104b, 104c, and 104d can include a textile layer formed of a woven fabric or a knitted fabric.

[0023] The accessory device 100 may include several features designed to accommodate one or more features of a mobile wireless communication device. For example, the accessory device 100 may include a button 106a, a button 106b, and a button 106c, each of which is designed to be actuated / pressed and move relative to the wall on which each of the buttons 106a, 106b, and 106c is located. For example, the button 106a located on the wall 104a is designed to move relative to the wall 104a. In addition, when the mobile wireless communication device is positioned in the accessory device 100, each of the buttons 106a, 106b, and 106c can be aligned with a corresponding button of the mobile wireless communication device. In this regard, the actuation of the button 106a (representing the buttons 106b and 106c) can result in the actuation of the electronic device button aligned with the button 106a. When button 106a is located on wall 104a and buttons 106b and 106c are located on wall 104c, buttons 106a, 106b and 106c may be located on other walls. In general, the number and location of buttons of accessory device 100 may correspond to the number and location of buttons on a mobile wireless communications device, respectively.

[0024] The accessory device 100 may include several additional features designed to accommodate a mobile wireless communication device. For example, the accessory device 100 may include several openings to enable unimpeded access to the surrounding environment to implement input / output functionality of features such as image sensors (e.g., cameras), camera flashes, etc., as well as unimpeded access to sensors of the electronic device (including but not limited to sound, light, temperature, pressure, etc.), input / output ports for wired or direct contact communication of data and / or power such as through connectors or surface contacts. In addition, the openings of the accessory device 100 may enable access to any other part or component of the electronic device, which is enhanced by unimpeded, uncovered or otherwise unobstructed access to environmental conditions to achieve optimal performance. As shown, the accessory device 100 may include an opening 108a formed in the wall 102. The opening 108a may accommodate one or more cameras, camera flashes, and / or microphones of the mobile wireless communication device. The accessory device 100 may also include openings 108b, 108c, and 108d formed in the wall 104b. Each of the openings 108b, 108c, and 108d can be aligned with a feature of a mobile wireless communication device, such as one or more audio transducers (e.g., speakers, microphones) and / or ports for charging a battery of the mobile wireless communication device and / or communicating data with the mobile wireless communication device. The accessory device 100 can also include an opening 108e formed in the wall 104c. The opening 108e can accommodate a switch (e.g., a slider switch) of the mobile wireless communication device. Although the openings 108a, 108b, 108c, 108d, and 108e are shown as being in discrete locations, the openings 108a, 108b, 108c, 108d, and 108e can generally be located anywhere on the accessory device 100 to accommodate a feature of a mobile wireless communication device.

[0025] Figure 2A plan view of an accessory device 100 and an electronic device 180 positioned in the accessory device 100 according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown. The electronic device 180 may take the form of a mobile wireless communication device. The electronic device 180 may include a display 182 designed to present visual content (e.g., text information, still images, moving images). The electronic device 180 may also include a button 184 designed to allow a user to interact with the display 182 by, for example, selecting an option presented on the display 182, changing the visual content on the display 182, and / or activating / deactivating the display 182. As shown in the enlarged view, the button 106a of the accessory device 100 is located in a position corresponding to the button 184. Therefore, the button 106a is aligned with the button 184 and covers the latter, and the actuation of the button 106a can cause the corresponding actuation of the button 184. Although not explicitly shown, the electronic device 180 may include two additional buttons, and the buttons 106b and 106c of the accessory device 100 may be in the corresponding position of the corresponding button of the two buttons.

[0026] Figure 3 1 shows a perspective view of a button 106a according to aspects of the present disclosure. The button 106a can be formed of various materials. For example, in one or more implementations, the button 106a is formed of a metal (e.g., aluminum, stainless steel, or an alloy including aluminum or stainless steel). The button 106a may include a surface 110a. When the button 106a is in contact with an accessory device (e.g., Figure 1 When the button 106a is integrated with the accessory device 100 shown, surface 110a represents an outer surface that a user can interact with. The button 106a may also include a surface 110b opposite to the surface 110a. Based on the fact that the surfaces 110a and 110b are part of the button 106a, each of the surfaces 110a and 110b may be referred to as a button surface. When the button 106a is integrated with the accessory device, the surface 110b represents an inner surface. The button 106a may also include several pillars. For example, the button 106a may include pillars 112a, pillars 112b, and pillars 112c, each of which extends from the surface 110b. Pillars 112a, 112b, and 112c may represent pillars for actuating a button ( Figure 3106a). In one or more embodiments, each of the pillars 112a, 112b, and 112c is formed in a diamond shape. However, other shapes are also possible. The size and / or shape of the pillars 112a, 112b, and 112c vary according to the corresponding button or sensor of the electronic device, and in particular, may vary according to the function of the corresponding button or sensor of the electronic device, and the button 106a may be actuated or triggered by the function. Moreover, although the pillars 112a, 112b, and 112c generally include the same shape, the pillar 112b (located between the pillars 112a and 112c) may include a size and volume that is larger than the size and volume of each of the pillars 112a and 112c, respectively. In addition, although the pillars 112a, 112b, and 112c represent three pillars of the button 106a, the number of the pillars may vary. For example, in one or more specific implementations, two pillars extend from the button 106a.

[0027] Several compressible members may be integrated with the button 106a between adjacent or consecutive pillars. For example, the compressible member 114a may be positioned between pillars 112a and 112b, and the compressible member 114b may be positioned between pillars 112b and 112c. In one or more specific implementations, each of the compressible members 114a and 114b includes foam. In this regard, the compressible members 114a and 114b may be designed to deform in response to the applied force. When the button 106a is integrated with the accessory device 100, each of the compressible members 114a and 114b may limit or prevent the movement of the button 106a when the accessory device 100 is shaken or suddenly moved. Advantageously, based on the compressible members 114a and 114b, the button 106a, which may be formed of a rigid material (e.g., metal), is less prone to vibrating and causing undesirable noise.

[0028] Figure 4A plan view of a button 106a according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown, and pillars 112a, 112b, and 112c of the button 106a and compressible members 114a and 114b associated with the pillars 112a, 112b, and 112c are also shown. In one or more specific implementations, the shape of each of the compressible members 114a and 114b conforms to or adapts to the shapes of multiple pillars. For example, as shown in the enlarged view, each of the pillars 112a and 112b includes a convex surface 116a and a convex surface 116b, respectively. Therefore, the pillars 112a and 112b (as well as the pillar 112c) may include at least one rounded corner. In order to conform to the corresponding shapes of the pillars 112a and 112b, the compressible member 114a includes a concave surface 118a and a concave surface 118b that conform to the convex surface 116a and the convex surface 116b, respectively. The concave surfaces 118a and 118b of the compressible member 114a can allow the compressible member 114a to overlap or at least partially overlap each of the pillars 112a and 112b. The compressible member 114b and the pillars 112b and 112c can include a similar relationship relative to each other. In this regard, light traveling in the direction represented by the arrow 120 is blocked or at least substantially blocked from passing through the button 106a between the pillars 112a, 112b, and 112c.

[0029] Figure 5 A perspective view of a wall 104a of an accessory device 100 and a button 106a designed to be coupled to the wall 104a is shown according to aspects of the present disclosure. As shown, the wall 104a includes a surface 122a and a surface 122b, wherein the surface 122b is sub-flush relative to the surface 122a (e.g., below). In part because the wall 104a is characterized as a sidewall, each of the surfaces 122a and 122b can be characterized as a sidewall surface. The wall 104a may also include a number of openings formed through the surface 122b. For example, the wall 104a includes an opening 124a, an opening 124b, and an opening 124c. In one or more specific implementations, the openings 124a, 124b, and 124c may include sizes and shapes that receive the pillars 112a, 112b, and 112c, respectively. Thus, when button 106a is coupled to wall 104a, posts 112a, 112b, and 112c are positioned or at least partially positioned within openings 124a, 124b, and 124c, respectively.

[0030] Figure 6A cross-sectional view of a button 106a coupled to a wall 104a of an accessory device 100 is shown in accordance with aspects of the present disclosure. The wall 104a may include one or more materials. For example, in one or more implementations, the wall 104a includes a molded polymer shell. As a non-limiting example, the molded polymer shell may include polyester. Additionally, the wall 104a may include a textile layer (e.g., a woven fabric, a knitted fabric) covering the molded polymer shell. Moreover, the compressible members 114a and 114b may be secured to the button 106a by an adhesive (shown, not labeled).

[0031] The accessory device 100 may include a plate 126. In one or more specific implementations, the plate 126 includes a metal sheet. In order to fasten the button 106a to the accessory device 100, the plate 126 can be welded to the button 106a and also coupled to the wall 104a of the accessory device 100 by, for example, an adhesive or ultrasonic welding. In this regard, the plate 126 can take the form of a welded plate. In addition, the wall 104a can be modified to be fastened with the plate 126. For example, the wall 104a may include a lip 128 extending around the periphery of the button 106a. The lip 128 can provide additional material that hides the internal features of the button 106a. As shown, the lip 128 can provide a surface to which the plate 126 is fastened and fixed to the wall 104a. In addition, the button 106a may include a flange 129 extending around the periphery of the button 106a. As shown, flange 129 can provide additional structure for button 106a that extends laterally beyond other features of button 106a (e.g., posts 112a, 112b, and 112c). Based on lip 128 and flange 129 extending toward each other, internal features of button 106a can be further hidden from view. To cover markings or other indications of welding operations, plate 126 can be covered by label 130.

[0032] As shown, the button 106a of the accessory device 100 is positioned above the button 184 of the electronic device 180. In this regard, when the button 106a is actuated in the direction of the arrow 132, the button 106a can cause the actuation of the button 184. In addition, in order to reduce the tolerance stack-up of the accessory device 100 and / or the electronic device 180, the wall 104a can also include a standoff 134 extending around the perimeter of the button 106a. Advantageously, the standoff 134 can allow the wall 104a to include a relatively thin wall. In addition, when the electronic device 180 is removed from the accessory device 100, the standoff 134 can also prevent the button 184 from contacting the accessory device 100. As shown, the standoff 134 is perpendicular to or at least substantially perpendicular to the lip 128. As a non-limiting example, the standoff 134 can include a molded polymer or an elastomer.

[0033] Figures 7 to 11Alternative examples of accessory devices and / or features integrated with accessory devices are shown and / or described. Figures 7 to 11 The accessory device shown and / or described in the accompanying drawings may include an accessory device 100 (in Figures 1 to 6 In addition, in one or more specific implementations, the accessory device 100 may be modified to include Figures 7 to 11 At least some of the structures and associated features and functions of the accessory devices shown and / or described in the accompanying drawings.

[0034] Figure 7 A perspective view of a seal 240 for use with a button according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown. As shown, the seal 240 can take the form of a ring or annular structure. As a non-limiting example, the seal 240 can be formed of one or more compressible materials (such as rubber). As shown, the seal 240 includes a portion 242a and a portion 242b.

[0035] Figure 8 A cross-sectional view of an alternative example of a button 206 for an accessory device 200 according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown, and a seal 240 coupled to the button 206 is also shown. As shown, a portion 242a of the seal 240 is positioned in a cavity (shown, not labeled) of the button 206. As a non-limiting example, the cavity can be formed by a cutting operation (such as a T-cut operation) on the button 206. The portion 242b can take the form of a tail extending from the button 206. Based on the position of the seal 240, and specifically based on the position of the portion 242b of the seal 240, the seal 240 can prevent contaminants and / or liquids from entering and reaching the electronic device 280 positioned in the accessory device 200. In addition, the seal 240 can hide or shield at least some internal features of the accessory device 200 (e.g., the internal features of the button 206), thereby reducing the visibility of the internal features of the accessory device 200.

[0036] As further shown, button 206 of accessory device 200 is aligned with button 284 of electronic device 280. When button 206 is actuated in the direction of arrow 244, button 206 can cause corresponding actuation of button 284. Although seal 240 moves with button 206 and can contact wall 204 of accessory device 200, seal 240 can compress and / or deform in response to contacting wall 204. Advantageously, seal 240 can be positioned relatively close to wall 204 without affecting the travel of button 206. Moreover, button 206 and seal 240 can be formed of different materials. For example, button 206 can include a rigid material (e.g., metal) and seal 240 can include a non-rigid material (e.g., rubber).

[0037] Fig. 9A cross-sectional view of an alternative example of a button 306 for an accessory device 300 is shown, showing modifications to both the accessory device 300 and the button 306, according to aspects of the present disclosure. As shown, the button 306 includes a surface 310a and a surface 310b opposite the surface 310a. The button 306 may also include an extension 346 extending from the surface 310b. The extension 346 may represent additional material of the button 306 for hiding or masking one or more internal features of the button 306. In addition, the extension 346 may extend around the perimeter of the button 306.

[0038] The accessory device 300 may include modifications to the internal features of the hidden button 306. For example, the accessory device 300 may include a wall 304 including a lip 332. As shown, the lip 332 includes different sections with different heights. For example, the lip 332 may include a section 348a at a certain height and a section 348b at a height different from the height of the section 348a. As shown, the section 348b is elevated relative to the section 348a (e.g., at a higher height). Based on the position of the section 348b of the lip 332 relative to the extension 346, the gap (indicated by the double-headed arrow) may be smaller than the gap of the accessory device without the extension or the elevated section. Advantageously, the gap is smaller, thereby further hiding one or more internal features of the button 306.

[0039] Fig.10 A cross-sectional view of an alternative example of a button 406 for an accessory device 400 according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown, showing a coating 450 applied to the button 406. In one or more specific implementations, the coating 450 includes an anti-reflective material designed to minimize reflection of light incident on the coating 450. In this regard, the coating 450 may include several small holes designed to receive and internally reflect incident light. In one or more specific implementations, the coating 450 includes a light absorbing material designed to absorb light incident on the coating 450. Therefore, the coating 450 can be referred to as a light absorbing coating. Advantageously, the specific implementation of the coating 450 on the button 406 can make at least some internal features of the button 406 less visible to a user of the accessory device 400.

[0040] Fig.11A cross-sectional view of an alternative example of a button 506 for an accessory device 500 according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown, showing a compressible layer 552 applied to the accessory device 500. As shown, the accessory device 500 includes a wall 504 that includes a compressible layer 552 and a textile layer 554, wherein the textile layer 554 covers the compressible layer 552. In one or more specific implementations, as a non-limiting example, the compressible layer 552 includes a foam, such as a closed-cell foam. In one or more specific implementations, the compressible layer 552 includes a rubber or plastic having a relatively low hardness. The compressible layer 552 can be tilted and change thickness (e.g., become thicker) at a location at or below the button 506 (e.g., become thicker) (e.g., become thicker) at a location at or below the button 506. Fig.11 In this regard, the gap between the button 506 and the wall 504 can be reduced, thereby hiding at least some internal features of the button 506. In order to hide the compressible layer 552, the accessory device 500. In one or more specific implementations, the textile layer 554 includes a woven or knitted fabric.

[0041] Button 506 can be actuated in the direction of arrow 556 to actuate button 584 of electronic device 580. Thus, button 506 can engage wall 504 (including textile layer 554). However, based on the material composition, compressible layer 552 can compress and reduce in size, thereby allowing button 506 to actuate button 584.

[0042] Fig.12 A plan view of an electronic device 680 according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown. The electronic device 680 may include a display 682 and a housing 686 coupled to the display 682. The electronic device 680 may also include a number of buttons, such as a button 684a, a button 684b, and a button 684c. In one or more specific implementations, at least one of the buttons 684a, 684b, and 684c includes one or more features of a button for an accessory device shown and / or described herein. Therefore, the electronic device 680 may be designed to hide at least some internal features of one or more of the buttons 684a, 684b, and 684c, which undergo modifications of the buttons shown and / or described herein for the accessory device.

[0043] For convenience, various examples of various aspects of the present disclosure are described as clauses below. These examples are provided by way of example and do not limit the subject technology.

[0044] Item A: An accessory device may include a sidewall. The accessory device may also include a button coupled to the sidewall. The button may include a first button surface, a second button surface opposite the first button surface, a first strut extending from the second button surface, and a second strut extending from the second button surface. The accessory device may also include a compressible member positioned between the first strut and the second strut.

[0045] Clause B: An accessory device may include a sidewall. The sidewall may include a first extension and a second extension. The accessory device may also include a button coupled to the sidewall. The button may include a first support, a second support, and a third support. The first extension may be positioned between the first support and the second support, and the second extension may be positioned between the second support and the third support.

[0046] Item C: An accessory device may include a sidewall including a lip. The lip may include a first section at a first height and a second section at a second height different from the first height. The accessory device may include a button coupled to the sidewall. The button may include a first surface, a second surface opposite the first surface, and an extension extending from the second surface. The extension may be aligned with the first section.

[0047] One or more of the above clauses may include one or more of the following features. It should be noted that any of the following clauses may be combined with each other in any combination and placed in a corresponding independent clause, for example, clause A, B or C.

[0048] Clause 1: wherein: the side wall includes a first opening and a second opening, and the first support and the second support are positioned in the first opening and the second opening, respectively.

[0049] Clause 2: wherein the sidewall comprises: a first sidewall surface; and a second sidewall surface that is sub-flush with respect to the first sidewall surface. The first opening and the second opening may be formed in the second sidewall surface.

[0050] Item 3: Also included is a plate coupled to said button and said side wall.

[0051] Clause 4: wherein: the second sidewall surface defines a lip, and the plate is coupled to the lip.

[0052] Clause 5: wherein the compressible member comprises foam.

[0053] Clause 6: wherein: the first strut includes a first rounded corner, the second strut includes a second rounded corner, and the foam conforms to the first rounded corner and the second rounded corner.

[0054] Clause 7: Also included is a seal integral with the button and extending from the second button surface. The button may include a first material, and the seal includes a second material different from the first material.

[0055] Item 8: wherein the sidewall further comprises: a first sidewall surface and a second sidewall surface that is sub-flush with respect to the first sidewall surface, wherein the first extension and the second extension extend from the second sidewall surface.

[0056] Clause 9: wherein: the side wall includes a lip, and the button includes a flange at least partially covering the lip.

[0057] Clause 10: wherein: the side wall further comprises a support, and the support is perpendicular relative to the lip.

[0058] Clause 11: Also included is: a first compressible member positioned between the first strut and the second strut; and a second compressible member positioned between the second strut and the third strut.

[0059] Clause 12: wherein: the second strut is positioned between the first strut and the third strut, the first strut and the third strut comprise a first dimension, and the second strut comprises a second dimension greater than the first dimension.

[0060] Clause 13: wherein actuation of the button causes the extension to move toward the first section.

[0061] Item 14: wherein the button comprises a light absorbing coating.

[0062] Clause 15: wherein: the button further comprises a support, and the light absorbing coating is positioned on the support and the second surface.

[0063] Clause 16: Also included is a compressible member conformable to said strut.

[0064] Clause 17: Also including a welding plate coupled to the button and the second section.

[0065] It is understood that the use of personally identifiable information should be subject to privacy policies and practices that are generally recognized to meet or exceed industry or government requirements for maintaining user privacy. Specifically, personally identifiable information data should be managed and processed to minimize the risk of unintentional or unauthorized access or use, and the nature of the authorized use should be clearly stated to users.

[0066] As used herein, the phrase "at least one of" following a list of items, any of which is separated by the terms "and" or "or", modifies the list as a whole, rather than each member of the list (i.e., each item). The phrase "at least one of" does not require selection of at least one of each item listed; rather, the phrase allows for a meaning that includes at least one of any one item and / or at least one of any combination of items and / or at least one of each item. For example, the phrases "at least one of A, B, and C" or "at least one of A, B, or C" each refer to only A, only B, or only C; any combination of A, B, and C; and / or at least one of each of A, B, and C.

[0067] The predicate words "configured to," "operable to," and "programmed to" do not imply any specific tangible or intangible modification of a subject matter but are intended to be used interchangeably. In one or more specific implementations, a processor configured to monitor and control an operation or component may also mean that the processor is programmed to monitor and control the operation or that the processor is operable to monitor and control the operation. Similarly, a processor configured to execute code may be interpreted as a processor programmed to execute code or operable to execute code.

[0068] When an element is referred to herein as being "connected" or "coupled" to another element, it is understood that the element may be directly connected to the other element, or have intermediate elements present between the elements. Conversely, when an element is referred to as being "directly connected" or "directly coupled" to another element, it is understood that there are no intermediate elements in the "direct" connection between the elements. However, the presence of a direct connection does not exclude other connections that may have intermediate elements.

[0069] Phrases such as aspect, this aspect, another aspect, some aspects, one or more aspects, a specific implementation, this specific implementation, another specific implementation, some specific implementations, one or more specific implementations, an embodiment, this embodiment, another embodiment, some embodiments, one or more embodiments, configuration, this configuration, another configuration, some configurations, one or more configurations, subject technology, disclosure, the present disclosure, other variations, etc. are for convenience and do not mean that the disclosure involving such one or more phrases is essential to the subject technology, or that such disclosure applies to all configurations of the subject technology. Disclosures involving such one or more phrases may apply to all configurations or one or more configurations. Disclosures involving such one or more phrases may provide one or more examples. Phrases such as aspect or some aspects may refer to one or more aspects, and vice versa, and this applies similarly to the other aforementioned phrases.

[0070] The word "exemplary" is used herein to mean "serving as an example, instance, or illustration." Any embodiment described herein as "exemplary" or as an "example" is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other embodiments. Furthermore, to the extent that the terms "including," "having," and the like are used in the specification or claims, such terms are intended to be inclusive, in a manner similar to the way the term "comprising" is interpreted when used as a transitional word in a claim.

[0071] All structural and functional equivalents to the elements of the various aspects described throughout this disclosure that are known or later become known to those of ordinary skill in the art are expressly incorporated herein by reference and are intended to be covered by the claims. In addition, nothing disclosed herein is intended to be made available to the public regardless of whether the disclosure is explicitly stated in the claims. Pursuant to the provisions of 35 USC §112, paragraph 6, no claim element shall be construed unless the element is expressly stated using the phrase “means for…” or, in the case of a method claim, the element is stated using the phrase “step for…”

[0072] The previous description is provided to enable any person skilled in the art to practice the various aspects described herein. Various modifications to these aspects will be apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be applied to other aspects. Therefore, the claims are not intended to be limited to the aspects shown herein, but are intended to make the full scope consistent with the language claims, wherein the reference to a singular element is not intended to mean "only one", but to mean "one or more", unless specifically noted. Unless otherwise specifically stated, the term "some" refers to one or more. Male pronouns (e.g., his) include female and neutral (e.g., her and its), and vice versa. Headings and subheadings (if any) are used only for convenience and do not limit the subject disclosure.

Claims

1. An accessory device, comprising: Side wall; and a button coupled to the side wall, the button comprising: First button surface, a second button surface, the second button surface being opposite to the first button surface, a first support post extending from the second button surface, and a second post extending from the second button surface; as well as A compressible member is positioned between the first strut and the second strut.

2. The accessory device according to claim 1, wherein: The side wall includes a first opening and a second opening, and The first and second struts are positioned in the first and second openings, respectively.

3. The accessory device of claim 2, wherein the side wall comprises: a first sidewall surface; and A second sidewall surface is sub-level relative to the first sidewall surface, wherein the first opening and the second opening are formed in the second sidewall surface.

4. The accessory device of claim 3, further comprising a plate coupled to the button and the side wall.

5. The accessory device of claim 4, wherein: The second sidewall surface defines a lip, and The plate is coupled to the lip.

6. The accessory device of claim 1, wherein the compressible member comprises foam.

7. The accessory device of claim 6, wherein: The first pillar comprises a first rounded corner, The second support includes a second rounded corner, and The foam conforms to the first radiused corner and the second radiused corner.

8. The accessory device of claim 1, further comprising a seal integral with the button and extending from the second button surface, wherein: The button comprises a first material, and The seal includes a second material different from the first material.

9. An accessory device, comprising: A side wall, the side wall comprising: a first extension, and a second extension; and a button coupled to the side wall, the button comprising: The first pillar, The second pillar, and The third pillar, in: The first extension is positioned between the first support and the second support, and The second extension is positioned between the second strut and the third strut.

10. The accessory device of claim 9, wherein the side wall further comprises: a first sidewall surface, and A second sidewall surface is sub-flush with respect to the first sidewall surface, wherein the first extension and the second extension extend from the second sidewall surface.

11. The accessory device of claim 9, wherein: The side wall includes a lip, and The button includes a flange at least partially covering the lip.

12. The accessory device of claim 11, wherein: The side wall also includes a support, and The seat is perpendicular relative to the lip.

13. The accessory device of claim 9, further comprising: a first compressible member positioned between the first strut and the second strut; and A second compressible member is positioned between the second strut and the third strut.

14. The accessory device of claim 9, wherein: The second support post is positioned between the first support post and the third support post, The first strut and the third strut comprise a first dimension, and The second strut includes a second dimension that is greater than the first dimension.

15. An accessory device, comprising: A sidewall comprising a lip, wherein the lip comprises: a first section at a first height, and a second section at a second height different from the first height; and a button coupled to the side wall, the button comprising: First surface, a second surface, the second surface being opposite to the first surface, and An extension extends from the second surface, the extension being aligned with the first section.

16. The accessory device of claim 15, wherein actuation of the button causes the extension to move toward the first section.

17. The accessory device of claim 15, wherein the button comprises a light absorbing coating.

18. The accessory device of claim 17, wherein: The button also includes a support, and The light absorbing coating is positioned on the pillars and the second surface.

19. The accessory device of claim 18, further comprising a compressible member conformable to the post.

20. The accessory device of claim 15, further comprising a welding plate coupled to the button and the second section.

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