Charging stand for earphone stand

Abstract

Disclosed is a charging dock for a stand configured to receive a pair of earphones of a user, the charging dock comprising: a user interface configured to provide control of one or more functions of the earphones; and a fixing device configured to fix the bracket in the charging stand.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a charging stand for a stand, wherein the stand is configured to accommodate a pair of earbuds (in-ear headphones) of a user. Background Art

[0002] Many people now use headphones, such as for phone calls or listening to media, such as music, radio or podcasts, via their smartphones, computers, etc. Many people prefer headphones that are small, lightweight and wireless. Such headphones may have rechargeable batteries, but when a person uses the headphones for a long time, the battery may be completely exhausted during the day. Therefore, there is a need for an improved solution for charging and storing headphones. Summary of the invention

[0003] A charging cradle for a stand is disclosed. The stand is configured to accommodate a pair of earphones of a user. The charging cradle includes a user interface configured to provide control of one or more functions of the earphones. The charging cradle includes a fixing device configured to fix the stand in the charging cradle.

[0004] The charging stand may be a base, a workstation, etc. for the stand. The stand may be a housing, a casing, a charging box, etc. for the earphones. The earphones may be a hearing device, an audio device, a headset, etc. Typically, there may be a pair of earphones, i.e. two earphones, one for each ear of a user. The earphones may be a first earphone and a second earphone. The earphones may be a left earphone and a right earphone, for example, an earphone for the left ear of the user and an earphone for the right ear of the user. The earphones may be truly wireless earphones, i.e., without wires to other devices or to each other. The earphones may have a large button on the front for controlling functions.

[0005] The stand is configured to accommodate a pair of headphones. When the user is not using the headphones, the headphones may be in the stand, and the stand is used to protect the headphones when not in use (e.g., when transporting the headphones). The stand may also be configured to charge the headphones, so the headphones may be placed in the stand when charging of the headphones is relevant or required. Thus, the stand may be a charging stand for the headphones, and the stand may include a space for the headphones, wherein the headphones are configured to be placed for charging the headphones.

[0006] The charging cradle includes a user interface configured to provide control of one or more functions of the headset. The user interface can be controlled by touch input from a user's finger.

[0007] The charging station comprises a fixing device configured to fix the holder in the charging station.

[0008] When the stand is fixed in the charging cradle, the functions of the headset can be controlled. When the stand is not fixed in the charging cradle but outside the charging cradle, the functions of the headset can be controlled. When the headset is in the stand and / or when the headset is outside the stand, the functions of the headset can be controlled.

[0009] A problem with prior art headsets is that users are sometimes afraid to use a button or touch knob on the headset when they are on a call because they are afraid that the call will be ended if the button / touch knob is pressed / touched.

[0010] Therefore, the charging stand of the present invention has the advantage that the functions of the earphones can be controlled on the user interface of the charging stand.

[0011] An advantage of the charging stand of the present invention is that functionality can be added to the earphones, such as true wireless earphones, without compromising the size, shape or portability of the earphones or the stand. Thus, the size or shape of the earphones should not be larger or changed, and the earphones can maintain their small size and shape. Thus, the size and portability of the stand should not be larger or changed, and the stand can maintain its size and portability.

[0012] An advantage of the charging stand of the present invention is that it can be relatively heavy and stable and sits well on a desktop without compromising the size, shape or portability of the stand. Stands of the prior art are often too light and too fragile to be handled by a user with one hand when the user places it on a table. For example, in stands of the prior art, a user may have to use two hands to put the earphones in and out of the stand, or use two hands to interact with buttons on the stand because the stand is small and light. Therefore, an advantage is that when the stand is fixed in the charging stand, the user can easily handle the earphones with one hand because the stand is stable in the charging stand standing on the desktop.

[0013] The advantage is that the headset can always be connected to other devices because the headset remains in a cradle fixed in the charging cradle. The cradle and / or the charging cradle may provide a connection to other devices. For example, the headset may be connected to a user's computer, personal computer, smartphone, etc. via the cradle and / or the charging cradle, and thus the headset may be ready for use when the user makes a call, even when the headset is charging and docked in the cradle.

[0014] The advantage is that the charging cradle can provide a user to be urged and reminded to place the headset in the holder in the charging cradle, thereby ensuring that the headset is recharged. In the headsets of the prior art, there may be a problem that the battery power is used relatively quickly and the user forgets to recharge the headset. Therefore, the advantage of the charging cradle is that when the charging cradle is placed on the user's desk, the user can see the charging cradle and it can remind the user to place the headset in the holder in the charging cradle for recharging the headset. Therefore, the storage location of the headset in the office during the day can naturally be the holder in the charging cradle, which ensures that the headset is recharged when it is not used for example for calls. In addition, when the headset is stored in the holder in the charging cradle, the user can more easily locate the headset.

[0015] An advantage therefore is that the charging cradle can provide a good 'home' for the headset and stand on the user's desk when the headset is not in use, for example for a call.

[0016] The advantage is that the lid of the cradle can be opened by default when the cradle is secured in the charging cradle, and when the cradle lid is opened on a desk ready to receive the headphones, it is assumed that the user will be urged to return the headphones to the cradle for storage and charging. Therefore, the headphones can be configured so that they are not closed when they are docked in the cradle in the charging cradle.

[0017] The charging station may include a first surface configured to be arranged on a surface. The first surface may be a bottom surface / lower surface configured to be arranged on a surface such as a desk or table.

[0018] The charging station may include a second surface, wherein the user interface may be arranged at the second surface. The second surface may be a front surface. The second surface may be flat, may be curved, may have an angle relative to the first surface, such as an angle of about 45 degrees.

[0019] The charging base may have a third surface, which may be a top surface directed toward the ceiling. The third surface may be parallel to the first surface. The fixing device may be arranged on the third surface, or in a recess of the third surface.

[0020] In some embodiments, the user interface includes a touch screen. The touch screen can be configured to receive and respond to touch input from a user's finger, such as a touch gesture. Advantageously, functions of the headset can be controlled via the touch screen of the user interface of the charging station.

[0021] In some embodiments, the user interface includes a display. The display can be configured to display visual information of the headset, the stand, the charging cradle, etc. The display can be configured to receive and react to touch input from a user's finger, such as a touch gesture. Advantageously, functions of the headset can be controlled via the display of the user interface of the charging cradle.

[0022] In some embodiments, the headset is configured to connect to known devices via Bluetooth, and the display is configured to display Bluetooth names of known devices for the headset, and the user interface is configured to enable switching of Bluetooth connections between known devices.

[0023] In some embodiments, the headset is configured to connect to known devices via Bluetooth, and wherein the display is configured to display Bluetooth names of known devices for the headset, and wherein the user interface is configured to enable a user to switch Bluetooth connections between known devices.

[0024] This is an advantage because in prior art headphone products, understanding which known Bluetooth devices the headphones are connected to can be a problem. Therefore, displaying the Bluetooth names of the connected devices and known devices, and enabling the user to switch between these Bluetooth devices, is an advantage of the cradle charging station. The advantage is that there is a user interface, such as a screen or display, on the charging station to provide a good user experience to display the connected Bluetooth devices and switch between them. Having this functionality in the charging station is advantageous over having this functionality in the smartphone application because if this functionality is provided in the smartphone application, then if the user decides to disconnect the Bluetooth device in the application user interface on the smartphone, then the Bluetooth connection may be lost. Therefore, the charging station for the cradle is optimal for this functionality.

[0025] In some embodiments, the user interface includes one or more physical buttons. Thus, an advantage is that the functions of the headset can be controlled via the physical buttons on the user interface.

[0026] In some implementations, the functionality of the user interface includes one or more of the following:

[0027] - Call control;

[0028] - Volume control;

[0029] - Mute control;

[0030] - Connectivity with other devices;

[0031] - Antenna performance;

[0032] - Noise indication of background noise;

[0033] - Control over cloud communication services;

[0034] - Battery status;

[0035] - Setup / configuration controls;

[0036] - Control of external microphone;

[0037] - Control of the dongle for wireless communication.

[0038] Call control can be to accept, reject or end a call conducted using the headset.

[0039] Volume control may be to increase or decrease the volume of sounds in the headset, such as the volume of music or speech.

[0040] Mute control could be, for example, muting the microphone or speaker in a headset during a call.

[0041] Connectivity with other devices may be, for example, a Bluetooth connection with other known devices, such as a Bluetooth connection between a display and control headset and other Bluetooth devices (eg, a personal computer, a telephone, a voice phone, a music device, etc.).

[0042] The antenna performance may be the performance, eg, quality, of a Bluetooth antenna, a Wi-Fi antenna, or the like.

[0043] The noise indication of background noise may indicate a level of background noise detected in the surrounding environment.

[0044] The control of the cloud communication service can be, for example, control of MS Teams, Zoom, Google Meetings, where the headset can be used for sound. The control can be, for example, for accepting / rejecting calls, for making and rejecting calls, for controlling the sound volume in a call, etc.

[0045] The battery status may be the battery status of the headset, for example showing the level of battery power, such as an alarm if the battery power is low.

[0046] The battery status may also be the battery status of the stand.

[0047] The settings and / or configuration controls may be for different settings and / or configurations of the headset.

[0048] Control of the external microphone can be to control the situation where the external microphone should be used, for example for a call, and in this case, to select which external microphone to use, such as the microphone of a connected personal computer, the microphone of a connected telephone, the microphone of a connected voice phone, etc.

[0049] Control of the dongle for wireless communication can be used to control the extended range of wireless communication, such as Bluetooth LE (Low Energy).

[0050] Therefore, there is an advantage in that various functions of the user interface for controlling the headset can be provided via the charging cradle.

[0051] In some embodiments, the fixing device comprises a first magnetic element, wherein the first magnetic element is configured to be magnetically attracted to a second magnetic element of the stand. Advantageously, the stand can be fixed in the charging station by the magnetic element, ie, by magnetic attraction.

[0052] In some embodiments, the fixing device comprises a plug, and wherein the plug is configured to be attached to / attached to a corresponding socket of the support. The plug may be, for example, a USB-C type plug. An advantage is that the fixing of the support in the charging station can be achieved by means of the plug and the socket, i.e., by means of a standard plug.

[0053] In some embodiments, the fixing device includes a recess configured to match the outer shape of the bracket. The outer shape of the bracket can correspond to or match the recess of the fixing device of the charging station. The outer shape of the bracket can be, for example, a protruding shape, a convex shape, etc. The recess of the fixing device of the charging station can have a concave shape. The advantage is that the fixing of the bracket in the charging station can be achieved by mechanical fixing caused by the specific matching shapes of the bracket and the charging station.

[0054] In some embodiments, the fixing device comprises an adapter configured to mate with the stand. An advantage of the adapter is that it can ensure fit with future versions of the stand. An advantage is that fixing of the stand in the charging station can be achieved by a future-proof adapter.

[0055] In some embodiments, the charging dock is connected to the stand when the stand is secured in the charging dock.

[0056] In some embodiments, the charging station is configured to connect to the stand through a wireless connection or via pogo pins.

[0057] In some embodiments, the charging cradle is configured such that when the stand is secured in the charging cradle and the earphones are in the stand, the rechargeable battery of the earphones is configured to be charged by the charging cradle via the stand. Thus, the charging cradle can charge the stand, and then the stand can charge the earphones. Battery charging can be achieved via wireless charging. The charging cradle can be connected to a power source, for example, via a power outlet.

[0058] The stand may also include a rechargeable battery that can be used to recharge the headset. The stand's rechargeable battery may also be charged by the charging dock via pogo pins or wirelessly (e.g., via the QI standard).

[0059] In some embodiments, when the stand is secured in the charging dock and the headset is in the stand, the headset is configured to wirelessly connect to one or more electronic devices associated with the user. When the headset is not disposed in the stand, the headset may also wirelessly connect to the electronic device. The electronic device may be, for example, a computer, a personal computer, a tablet computer, a phone, etc.

[0060] The headset may be configured to connect wirelessly to the charging dock.

[0061] In some embodiments, the charging cradle is configured to connect to one or more electronic devices associated with the user. The electronic device may be, for example, a computer, a PC, a Mac, a tablet, a phone, etc. An advantage is that the charging cradle can be connected to the electronic device because the charging cradle can then receive power from the electronic device and therefore the charging cradle does not require its own power cable to a power outlet or its own battery. Furthermore, an advantage is that the charging cradle is connected to the electronic device, which may be a personal computer of the user, in which a program / application using the headset is running, such as an MS Teams call, an IP phone call, a music / radio broadcast, etc.

[0062] In some embodiments, the connection between the charging station and one or more electronic devices is wireless and / or wired. In the case of a wireless connection, the charging station may include an antenna, a transceiver, etc., for providing, for example, a Bluetooth connection to the electronic device. In the case of a wired connection, the charging station may include a UBS connector for connecting to the electronic device via a USB cable.

[0063] In some embodiments, the charging cradle comprises a first trigger component configured to provide for the cover of the cradle to be opened when the cradle is secured in the charging cradle. An advantage is that the cover of the cradle is opened when the cradle is secured in the charging cradle, because the earphones in the cradle are visible to the user and can be easily removed from the cradle by the user.

[0064] In one embodiment, the earphone is configured to be worn by the user. The earphone can be arranged at the user's ear, arranged on the user's ear, arranged above the user's ear, arranged in the user's ear, arranged in the user's ear, arranged in the user's ear canal, arranged behind the user's ear and / or arranged in the user's outer ear, that is, the earphone is configured to be worn in the user's ear, on the ear, above the ear and / or at the ear. The user can wear two earphones, one earphone for each ear. The two earphones can be connected, for example, wirelessly connected to each other.

[0065] The earphone may be audible, such as a headset, a headphone, earphones, a hearing aid, a personal sound amplification product (PSAP), an over-the-counter (OTC) earphone, hearing protection, a one-size-fits-all earphone, a custom earphone, or another wearable headset.

[0066] The earphones may be custom devices, meaning that the earphones may include a housing having an outer shell made of a hard material, such as a hard polymer or metal, or made of a soft material, such as a rubbery polymer, that is molded to have an outer shape that conforms to the shape of a particular user's ear canal.

[0067] In one embodiment, the headset may include one or more input transducers. The one or more input transducers may include one or more microphones. The one or more input transducers may include one or more vibration sensors configured to detect bone vibrations. The one or more input transducers may be configured to convert an acoustic signal into a first electrical input signal. The first electrical input signal may be an analog signal. The first electrical input signal may be a digital signal. The one or more input transducers may be coupled to one or more analog-to-digital converters configured to convert the analog first input signal into a digital first input signal.

[0068] In one embodiment, the headset may include one or more antennas configured for wireless communication. The one or more antennas may include an electrical antenna. The electrical antenna may be configured for wireless communication at a first frequency. The first frequency may be above 800 MHz, preferably a wavelength between 900 MHz and 6 GHz. The first frequency may be 902 MHz to 928 MHz. The first frequency may be 2.4 GHz to 2.5 GHz. The first frequency may be 5.725 GHz to 5.875 GHz. The one or more antennas may include a magnetic antenna. The magnetic antenna may include a magnetic core. The magnetic antenna may include a coil. The coil may be coiled around the magnetic core. The magnetic antenna may be configured for wireless communication at a second frequency. The second frequency may be below 100 MHz. The second frequency may be between 9 MHz and 15 MHz.

[0069] In one embodiment, the headset may include one or more wireless communication units. The one or more wireless communication units may include one or more wireless receivers, one or more wireless transmitters, one or more transmitter-receiver pairs and / or one or more transceivers. At least one of the one or more wireless communication units may be coupled to the one or more antennas. The wireless communication unit may be configured to convert a wireless signal received by at least one of the one or more antennas into a second electrical input signal. The headset may be configured for wired / wireless audio communication, for example, enabling a user to listen to media such as music or radio broadcasts and / or enabling a user to perform a telephone call.

[0070] In one embodiment, the wireless signal may originate from one or more external sources and / or external devices, such as a companion microphone device, a wireless audio transmitter, a smart computer, and / or a distributed microphone array associated with a wireless transmitter. The wireless input signal may originate from one or more accessory devices, such as a smart phone and / or a smart watch.

[0071] In one embodiment, the headset may include a processing unit. The processing unit may be configured to process the first electrical input signal and / or the second electrical input signal. The processing may include compensating for the user's hearing loss, that is, applying a frequency-dependent gain to the input signal according to the user's frequency-dependent hearing impairment. The processing may include performing feedback cancellation, beamforming, tinnitus reduction / shielding, noise reduction, noise cancellation, speech recognition, bass adjustment, treble adjustment, and / or user input processing. The processing unit may be a processor, an integrated circuit, an application, a functional module, etc. The processing unit may be implemented in a signal processing chip or a printed circuit board (PCB). The processing unit may be configured to provide a first electrical output signal based on processing of the first electrical input signal and / or the second electrical input signal. The processing unit may be configured to provide a second electrical output signal. The second electrical output signal may be based on processing of the first electrical input signal and / or the second electrical input signal.

[0072] In one embodiment, the headset may include an output transducer. The output transducer may be coupled to the processing unit. The output transducer may be a speaker or a receiver. It should be noted that in this context, the receiver may be a speaker and the wireless receiver may be a device configured to process wireless signals. The speaker or the receiver may be configured to convert the first electrical output signal into an acoustic output signal. The output transducer may be coupled to the processing unit via a magnetic antenna.

[0073] In one embodiment, the wireless communication unit may be configured to convert the second electrical output signal into a wireless output signal. The wireless output signal may include synchronization data. The wireless communication unit may be configured to transmit the wireless output signal via at least one of the one or more antennas.

[0074] In one embodiment, the headset may include a digital-to-analog converter configured to convert the first electrical output signal, the second electrical output signal and / or the wireless output signal into an analog signal.

[0075] In one embodiment, the headset may include a power supply. The power supply may include a battery that provides a first voltage. The battery may be a rechargeable battery. The battery may be a replaceable battery. The power supply may include a power management unit. The power management unit may be configured to convert the first voltage into a second voltage. The power supply may include a charging coil. The charging coil may be provided by a magnetic antenna.

[0076] In one embodiment, the headset may include memory, including both volatile and non-volatile forms of memory.

[0077] The present invention relates to different aspects, including the charging stand, bracket and headset described above and below, and corresponding systems, devices and device parts, each of which produces one or more of the benefits and advantages described in combination with the first-mentioned aspect, and each of which has one or more embodiments corresponding to the embodiments described in combination with the first-mentioned aspect and / or disclosed in the attached claims. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0078] The above and other features and advantages will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description of exemplary embodiments of the present invention with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0079] Figure 1a and Figure 1b An exemplary charging base 2 for a stand is schematically shown, which has a user interface 8 and a fixing device 10 .

[0080] Figure 2a and Figure 2b An exemplary charging base 2 for a stand is schematically shown, which has a user interface 8 and a fixing device 10 .

[0081] Figure 3a and Figure 3b An exemplary charging cradle 2 for a stand 4 accommodating a pair of earphones 6 of a user and having a user interface 8 and a fixing device 10 is schematically shown.

[0082] Figure 4a and Figure 4b An exemplary charging cradle 2 for a stand 4 accommodating a pair of earphones 6 of a user and having a user interface 8 and a fixing device 10 is schematically shown.

[0083] Figure 5a and Figure 5b An exemplary charging dock 2 for a stand 4, a pair of earphones 6, and a wired / wireless connection between these elements are schematically shown.

[0084] Figure 6a and Figure 6b An exemplary charging dock 2 for a stand 4, a pair of earphones 6, and a wired / wireless connection between these elements are schematically shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0085] Various embodiments are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The same reference numerals always represent the same elements. Therefore, the same elements will not be described in detail with respect to the description of each figure. It should also be noted that the drawings are intended only to facilitate the description of the embodiments. The drawings are not intended to serve as an exhaustive description of the claimed invention or as a limitation on the scope of the claimed invention. In addition, the illustrated embodiments do not need to have all the aspects or advantages shown. The aspects or advantages described in conjunction with a particular embodiment are not necessarily limited to that embodiment, and may be practiced in any other embodiment even if not shown or explicitly described as such.

[0086] Figure 1a An exemplary charging cradle 2 for a stand (not shown) is schematically shown. The stand is configured to accommodate a pair of earphones (not shown) of a user. The charging cradle 2 includes a user interface 8 configured to provide control of one or more functions of the earphones. The charging cradle 2 includes a fixing device 10 configured to fix the stand in the charging cradle.

[0087] exist Figure 1a In the embodiment, the user interface 8 includes a touch screen 11 or a display 12 .

[0088] exist Figure 1a In the embodiment, the fixing device 10 includes a first magnetic element 22, wherein the first magnetic element 22 is configured to be magnetically attracted to a second magnetic element (not shown) of the bracket.

[0089] Figure 1b An exemplary charging cradle 2 for a stand (not shown) is schematically shown. The stand is configured to accommodate a pair of earphones (not shown) of a user. The charging cradle 2 includes a user interface 8 configured to provide control of one or more functions of the earphones. The charging cradle 2 includes a fixing device 10 configured to fix the stand in the charging cradle.

[0090] exist Figure 1b In FIG. 8 , the user interface 8 includes one or more physical buttons 14 .

[0091] Figure 1b The functionality of the user interface is shown to include one or more of a call control 16 , a volume control 18 , and a mute control 20 .

[0092] exist Figure 1b In the embodiment, the fixing device 10 includes a first magnetic element 22, wherein the first magnetic element 22 is configured to be magnetically attracted to a second magnetic element (not shown) of the bracket.

[0093] Figure 2aAn exemplary charging cradle 2 for a stand (not shown) is schematically shown. The stand is configured to accommodate a pair of earphones (not shown) of a user. The charging cradle 2 includes a user interface 8 configured to provide control of one or more functions of the earphones. The charging cradle 2 includes a fixing device 10 configured to fix the stand in the charging cradle 2.

[0094] exist Figure 2a In the embodiment, the user interface 8 includes a touch screen 11 or a display 12 .

[0095] exist Figure 2a In FIG. 1 , the fixation device 10 includes a recess 24 configured to match the outer shape of the bracket.

[0096] Figure 2b An exemplary charging cradle 2 for a stand (not shown) is schematically shown. The stand is configured to accommodate a pair of earphones (not shown) of a user. The charging cradle 2 includes a user interface 8 configured to provide control of one or more functions of the earphones. The charging cradle 2 includes a fixing device 10 configured to fix the stand in the charging cradle 2.

[0097] exist Figure 2b In FIG. 8 , the user interface 8 includes one or more physical buttons 14 .

[0098] Figure 2b The functionality of the user interface is shown to include one or more of a call control 16 , a volume control 18 , and a mute control 20 .

[0099] exist Figure 2b In FIG. 1 , the fixation device 10 includes a recess 24 configured to match the outer shape of the bracket.

[0100] Figure 3a An exemplary charging cradle 2 for a stand 4 is schematically shown. The stand 4 is configured to accommodate a pair of earphones 6 of a user. The charging cradle 2 includes a user interface 8 configured to provide control of one or more functions of the earphones 6. The charging cradle 2 includes a fixing device 10 configured to fix the stand 4 in the charging cradle 2.

[0101] exist Figure 3a In the embodiment, the user interface 8 includes a touch screen 11 or a display 12 .

[0102] exist Figure 3a In the embodiment, the fixing device 10 comprises a first magnetic element (not visible here, but Figure 1a The first magnetic element is configured to be magnetically attracted to the second magnetic element (not shown) of the bracket 4. The second magnetic element can be arranged on the bottom surface of the bracket 4.

[0103] Figure 3bAn exemplary charging cradle 2 for a stand 4 is schematically shown. The stand 4 is configured to accommodate a pair of earphones 6 of a user. The charging cradle 2 includes a user interface 8 configured to provide control of one or more functions of the earphones 6. The charging cradle 2 includes a fixing device 10 configured to fix the stand 4 in the charging cradle 2.

[0104] exist Figure 3b In FIG. 8 , the user interface 8 includes one or more physical buttons 14 .

[0105] Figure 3b The functionality of the user interface is shown to include one or more of a call control 16 , a volume control 18 , and a mute control 20 .

[0106] exist Figure 3b In the embodiment, the fixing device 10 comprises a first magnetic element (not visible here, but Figure 1a The first magnetic element is configured to be magnetically attracted to the second magnetic element (not shown) of the bracket 4. The second magnetic element can be arranged on the bottom surface of the bracket 4.

[0107] exist Figure 3a and Figure 3b In the embodiment, when the holder 4 is fixed in the charging cradle 2, the charging cradle 2 is connected to the holder 4. The charging cradle 2 is configured to be connected to the holder 4 by a wireless connection or via a spring pin. The charging cradle 2 is configured so that when the holder 4 is fixed in the charging cradle 2 and the earphone 6 is in the holder 4, the rechargeable battery of the earphone 4 is configured to be charged by the charging cradle 2 via the holder 4. The charging cradle 2 is configured so that when the holder 4 is fixed in the charging cradle 2 and the earphone 6 is in the holder 4, the earphone 6 is configured to be wirelessly connected to one or more electronic devices (not shown) associated with the user. The holder 4 typically also includes a rechargeable battery for recharging the earphone 6. The rechargeable battery of the holder 4 can also be charged by the charging cradle 2 via a spring pin or wirelessly (for example, in accordance with the QI standard).

[0108] Figure 4a An exemplary charging cradle 2 for a stand 4 is schematically shown. The stand 4 is configured to accommodate a pair of earphones 6 of a user. The charging cradle 2 includes a user interface 8 configured to provide control of one or more functions of the earphones 6. The charging cradle 2 includes a fixing device 10 configured to fix the stand 4 in the charging cradle 2.

[0109] exist Figure 4a In the embodiment, the user interface 8 includes a touch screen 11 or a display 12 .

[0110] exist Figure 4a In FIG. 4 , the fixing device 10 includes a recess 24 configured to match the outer shape of the bracket 4 .

[0111] Figure 4bAn exemplary charging cradle 2 for a stand 4 is schematically shown. The stand 4 is configured to accommodate a pair of earphones 6 of a user. The charging cradle 2 includes a user interface 8 configured to provide control of one or more functions of the earphones 6. The charging cradle 2 includes a fixing device 10 configured to fix the stand 4 in the charging cradle 2.

[0112] exist Figure 4b In FIG. 8 , the user interface 8 includes one or more physical buttons 14 .

[0113] Figure 4b The functionality of the user interface is shown to include one or more of a call control 16 , a volume control 18 , and a mute control 20 .

[0114] exist Figure 4b In FIG. 4 , the fixing device 10 includes a recess 24 configured to match the outer shape of the bracket 4 .

[0115] exist Figure 4a and Figure 4b , when the holder 4 is fixed in the charging cradle 2, the charging cradle 2 is connected to the holder 4. The charging cradle 2 is configured to be connected to the holder 4 by a wireless connection or via a spring pin. The charging cradle 2 is configured such that when the holder 4 is fixed in the charging cradle 2 and the earphones 6 are in the holder 4, the rechargeable battery of the earphones 4 is configured to be charged by the charging cradle 2 via the holder 4. The charging cradle 2 is configured such that when the holder 4 is fixed in the charging cradle 2 and the earphones 6 are in the holder 4, the earphones 6 are configured to be wirelessly connected to one or more electronic devices (not shown) associated with the user.

[0116] Figure 5a and Figure 5b An exemplary charging cradle 2 for a stand 4 is schematically shown. The stand 4 is configured to accommodate a pair of earphones 6 of a user. The charging cradle 2 includes a user interface 8 configured to provide control of one or more functions of the earphones 6. The charging cradle 2 includes a fixing device 10 configured to fix the stand 4 in the charging cradle 2.

[0117] The user interface 8 may include a touch screen 11 , a display 12 , and / or one or more physical buttons 14 .

[0118] The functions of the user interface 8 may include one or more of call control, volume control, and mute control.

[0119] The fixing device 10 may include a first magnetic element, wherein the first magnetic element is configured to be magnetically attracted to a second magnetic element of the bracket. The fixing device 10 may include a plug, and wherein the plug is configured to be attached in / attached to a corresponding socket of the bracket 4. The fixing device 10 may include a recess configured to match the outer shape of the bracket 4. The fixing device 10 may include an adapter configured to match the bracket 4.

[0120] Figure 5a It is schematically shown that the earphone 6 is configured to be wirelessly connected 26 to the charging base 2 .

[0121] Figure 5b The charging cradle 2 is schematically shown such that when the holder 4 is fixed in the charging cradle 2, the earphones 6 are configured to wirelessly connect 28 to one or more electronic devices 30 associated with the user, and the same is true when the earphones 6 are not in the holder 4 but the earphones 6 are outside the holder 4, for example being worn in the ears of the user.

[0122] Figure 5a and Figure 5b The charging station 2 is schematically shown configured to be connected 32 to one or more electronic devices 30 associated with a user. Figure 5a and Figure 5b In the embodiment, the connection 32 between the charging station 2 and one or more electronic devices 30 is wired.

[0123] Figure 6a and Figure 6b An exemplary charging cradle 2 for a stand 4 is schematically shown. The stand 4 is configured to accommodate a pair of earphones 6 of a user. The charging cradle 2 includes a user interface 8 configured to provide control of one or more functions of the earphones 6. The charging cradle 2 includes a fixing device 10 configured to fix the stand 4 in the charging cradle 2.

[0124] The user interface 8 may include a touch screen 11 , a display 12 , and / or one or more physical buttons 14 .

[0125] The functions of the user interface 8 may include one or more of call control, volume control, and mute control.

[0126] The fixing device 10 may include a first magnetic element, wherein the first magnetic element is configured to be magnetically attracted to a second magnetic element of the bracket. The fixing device 10 may include a plug, and wherein the plug is configured to be attached in / attached to a corresponding socket of the bracket 4. The fixing device 10 may include a recess configured to match the outer shape of the bracket 4. The fixing device 10 may include an adapter configured to match the bracket 4.

[0127] Figure 6a and Figure 6b It is schematically shown that the earphone 6 is configured to be wirelessly connected 26 to the charging base 2 .

[0128] Figure 6a and Figure 6b The charging station 2 is schematically shown configured to be connected 32 to one or more electronic devices 30 associated with a user. Figure 6a and Figure 6bIn FIG. 1 , the connection 32 between the charging station 2 and one or more electronic devices 30 is shown as being wired 32 and / or wireless 34 .

[0129] Figure 6b It is schematically shown that the charging station 2 can be arranged on a support 36 and that the support 36 has a power cable 38 connected to a power socket.

[0130] Although specific features have been shown and described, it will be understood that they are not intended to limit the claimed invention, and it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes and modifications may be made without departing from the scope of the claimed invention. Accordingly, the specification and drawings should be regarded as illustrative rather than restrictive. The claimed invention is intended to cover all alternatives, modifications and equivalents.

[0131] project:

[0132] 1. A charging cradle for a stand, the stand being configured to accommodate a pair of earphones of a user, the charging cradle comprising:

[0133] - a user interface configured to provide control over one or more functions of the headset;

[0134] - A securing device configured to secure the holder in the charging station.

[0135] 2. A charging stand as described in any of the preceding items, wherein the user interface comprises a touch screen.

[0136] 3. A charging stand as described in any of the preceding items, wherein the user interface comprises a display.

[0137] 4a. A charging stand according to the preceding clause, wherein the headset is configured to connect to a known device via Bluetooth, and wherein the display is configured to display the Bluetooth name of the known device for the headset, and wherein the user interface is configured to enable switching of Bluetooth connections between known devices.

[0138] 4b. A charging stand according to the preceding clause, wherein the headset is configured to connect to a known device via Bluetooth, and wherein the display is configured to display the Bluetooth name of the known device for the headset, and wherein the user interface is configured to enable a user to switch Bluetooth connections between known devices.

[0139] 5. A charging stand as described in any of the preceding items, wherein the user interface includes one or more physical buttons.

[0140] 6. The charging stand according to any of the preceding clauses, wherein the functions of the user interface include one or more of the following:

[0141] - Call control;

[0142] - Volume control;

[0143] - Mute control;

[0144] - Connectivity with other devices;

[0145] - Antenna performance;

[0146] - Noise indication of background noise;

[0147] - Control over cloud communication services;

[0148] - Battery status;

[0149] - Setup / configuration controls;

[0150] - Control of external microphone;

[0151] - Control of the dongle for wireless communication.

[0152] 7. The charging stand according to any of the preceding clauses, wherein the fixing device comprises a first magnetic element, wherein the first magnetic element is configured to be magnetically attracted to a second magnetic element of the bracket.

[0153] 8. A charging stand according to any of the preceding items, wherein the fixing device comprises a plug, and wherein the plug is configured to be attached in / to a corresponding socket of the stand.

[0154] 9. A charging stand according to any of the preceding clauses, wherein the fixing device comprises a recess configured to match an outer shape of the bracket.

[0155] 10. A charging stand according to any of the preceding clauses, wherein the fixing device comprises an adapter configured to mate with the bracket.

[0156] 11. A charging cradle according to any of the preceding clauses, wherein the charging cradle is connected to the stand when the stand is fixed in the charging cradle.

[0157] 12. The charging cradle according to any of the preceding items, wherein the charging cradle is configured to connect to the bracket by a wireless connection or via spring pins.

[0158] 13. A charging cradle according to any of the preceding items, wherein, when the cradle is secured in the charging cradle and the headset is in the cradle, a rechargeable battery of the headset is configured to be charged by the charging cradle via the cradle.

[0159] 14. A charging cradle according to any preceding clause, wherein when the holder is secured in the charging cradle and the earphones are in the holder, the earphones are configured to wirelessly connect to one or more electronic devices associated with a user.

[0160] 15. A charging station according to the preceding clause, wherein the charging station is configured to be connected to one or more electronic devices associated with a user.

[0161] 16. The charging station according to the preceding clause, wherein the connection between the charging station and one or more electronic devices is wireless and / or wired.

[0162] 17. The charging stand according to any of the preceding items, wherein the charging stand comprises a first trigger component, the first trigger component being configured such that a cover of the stand opens when the stand is secured in the charging stand.

[0163] List of reference numerals

[0164] 2 Charging cradle

[0165] 4 Bracket

[0166] 6 Headphones

[0167] 8 users

[0168] 10Fixed Equipment

[0169] 11 Touch screen

[0170] 12 Displays

[0171] 14 physical buttons

[0172] 16Call control function

[0173] 18 volume control function

[0174] 20 mute control function

[0175] 22 first magnetic element

[0176] 24 recesses

[0177] 26 Wireless connection between charging station 2 and headset 6

[0178] 28 Wireless connection between electronic device 30 and headset 6

[0179] 30 Electronic devices

[0180] 32 Wired connection between the charging station 2 and the electronic device 30

[0181] 34 Wireless connection between the charging station 2 and the electronic device 30

[0182] 36 Support parts

[0183] 38 Power Cable

Claims

1. A charging cradle for a stand, the stand being configured to accommodate a pair of earphones of a user, the charging cradle comprising: - a user interface configured to provide control over one or more functions of the headset; - A fixing device configured to fix the holder in the charging station.

2. The charging stand according to claim 1, wherein: The user interface includes a touch screen.

3. A charging station according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein: The user interface includes a display.

4. A charging station according to the preceding claim, wherein: The headset is configured to connect to a known device via Bluetooth, and wherein the display is configured to display the Bluetooth name of the known device for the headset, and wherein the user interface is configured to enable a user to switch Bluetooth connections between the known devices.

5. A charging station according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein: The user interface includes one or more physical buttons.

6. A charging station according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein: The functionality of the user interface includes one or more of the following: - Call control; - Volume control; - Mute control; - Connectivity with other devices; - Antenna performance; - Noise indication of background noise; - Control over cloud communication services; - Battery status; - Setup / configuration controls; - Control of external microphone; - Control of the dongle for wireless communication.

7. A charging station according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein: The fixing device includes a first magnetic element, wherein the first magnetic element is configured to be magnetically attracted to a second magnetic element of the bracket.

8. A charging station according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein: The fixing device comprises a plug, and wherein the plug is configured to be attached in or to a corresponding socket of the bracket.

9. A charging station according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein: The fixing device includes a recess configured to match an outer shape of the bracket.

10. A charging station according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein: The securing device includes an adapter configured to mate with the bracket.

11. A charging station according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein: When the bracket is fixed in the charging base, the charging base is connected to the bracket.

12. A charging station according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein: The charging station is configured to connect to the support via a wireless connection or via pogo pins.

13. A charging station according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein: When the cradle is secured in the charging dock and the earphones are in the cradle, the rechargeable battery of the earphones is configured to be charged by the charging dock via the cradle.

14. A charging station according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein: When the cradle is secured in the charging dock and the earphones are in the cradle, the earphones are configured to wirelessly connect to one or more electronic devices associated with a user.

15. A charging station according to the preceding claim, wherein: The charging dock is configured to connect to one or more electronic devices associated with a user.

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