Protective cover for electronic device

Abstract

A protective cover for an electronic device is disclosed. The electronic device includes a guide rail on a side of the electronic device. The protective cover includes: a rim configured to extend around a periphery of the electronic device; a strap portion including a first portion extending from the rim; and a bottom portion defining a cutout with respect to the first portion of the strap portion. Further, the cutout is configured to allow the rail of the electronic device to mate with a corresponding feature of a charging base when the rim of the protective cover extends around a perimeter of the electronic device.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] Exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure relate generally to protective boots, and more particularly, to a protective boot for an electronic device and methods thereof. BACKGROUND

[0002] Industrial handheld devices are designed to withstand harsh environments with features such as ruggedized housings, reinforced screens, and dust and water resistance. Industrial handheld devices are built to withstand harsh conditions, guaranteeing reliable performance even in challenging environments. However, despite their ruggedness, industrial handheld devices are not indestructible, which necessitates the use of additional protective measures such as rubber booties. Rubber booties provide an additional layer of defense against physical damage, but they also introduce limitations, such as the user having to remove the rubber booties to charge the device using a dock. This extra step of removing the rubber booties for charging the device complicates the charging process and, thus, makes it less efficient and less user-friendly in fast-paced industrial environments.

[0003] The inventors have found many deficiencies and problems in the prior art and processes that are the subject of the embodiments described herein. Through the efforts, ingenuity, and innovation, many of these deficiencies and problems have been solved by the development of solutions included in the embodiments of the present disclosure, many examples of which are described in detail herein. SUMMARY

[0004] A summary of some example embodiments is presented in order to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the present disclosure. This summary is not an extensive overview, and is not intended to identify key or critical elements, nor is it intended to delineate the scope of the disclosure. It will be appreciated that the summary is merely a teaser for the disclosure presented below, and that the scope of the disclosure encompasses many potential embodiments in addition to those summarized here.

[0005] In an example embodiment, a protective boot for an electronic device is disclosed. The electronic device includes a rail on a side of the electronic device. The protective boot includes a rim configured to extend around a perimeter of the electronic device, a strap portion including a first portion extending from the rim, and a bottom portion defining a cut-out relative to the first portion of the strap portion. Thereafter, the cut-out is configured to allow the rail of the electronic device to mate with a corresponding feature of a charging base when the rim of the protective boot extends around the perimeter of the electronic device.

[0006] In some embodiments, the rail includes a slot. In some embodiments, the corresponding feature of the charging base is a protrusion.

[0007] In some embodiments, the band portion includes a second portion extending from the first portion. In some embodiments, the second portion is configured to extend behind the electronic device.

[0008] In some embodiments, the protective cover further includes a top end and a bottom end configured to protect a top edge and a bottom edge of the electronic device. In some embodiments, the charging base further includes a charging receptacle configured to charge the electronic device.

[0009] In another example embodiment, an electronic device assembly is disclosed. The electronic device assembly includes an electronic device including a side surface including a rail, and a protective cover including a rim configured to extend around a perimeter of the electronic device, a band portion including a first portion extending from the rim, and a bottom portion defining a cutout relative to the first portion of the band portion. Further, the electronic device includes a charging base including a corresponding feature that mates with the rail of the electronic device.

[0010] In some embodiments, the cutout is configured to allow the rail of the electronic device to mate with the corresponding feature of the charging base when the rim of the protective cover extends around a perimeter of the electronic device.

[0011] In some embodiments, the electronic device corresponds to a mobile phone, a handheld computer, or a mobile terminal.

[0012] In another example embodiment, a method is disclosed. The method includes extending a rim of a protective cover around a perimeter of an electronic device, extending a first portion of a band portion of the protective cover from the rim, and allowing a rail of the electronic device to mate with a corresponding feature of a charging base via a cutout of a bottom portion of the protective cover relative to the first portion of the band portion when the rim of the protective cover extends around the perimeter of the electronic device.

[0013] The above summary is provided merely for purposes of summarizing some example embodiments so as to provide a basic understanding of the disclosure. Accordingly, it will be appreciated that the above described embodiments are merely examples and should not be construed as limiting the scope or spirit of the disclosure in any way. It will be appreciated that the scope of the disclosure encompasses many potential embodiments, some of which will be further explained in following detailed description and accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0014] Having thus described in general terms some exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, reference will now be made to the accompanying drawings, which are not necessarily drawn to scale, and wherein:

[0015] Figure 1A illustrates a front view of a protective cover in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0016] Figure 1B illustrates a side view of a protective cover in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0017] Figure 1C illustrates an isometric view of a protective cover in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0018] Figure 2A illustrates an isometric view of an electronic device separably coupled with a charging base in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0019] Figure 2B illustrates a side view of an electronic device in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0020] Figure 2C illustrates an expanded view of an electronic device having a guide rail in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0021] Figure 3A illustrates a top view of a charging base in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0022] Figure 3B illustrates a front view of a charging base in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0023] Figure 3C illustrates a perspective view of a charging base in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0024] Figure 4A illustrates a front view of an electronic device assembly in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure; and

[0025] Figure 4B illustrates a perspective view of an electronic device assembly in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0026] Some embodiments will now be described below by reference to the accompanying drawings, which depict some but not all exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. Indeed, various embodiments can be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will satisfy applicable legal requirements. As used in this application, the term 'exemplary' is used herein to mean'serving as an example, instance, or illustration.' Any implementation described herein as 'exemplary' is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other implementations.

[0027] The components illustrated in the figures represent components that can or can not be present in various embodiments of the disclosure described herein, such that embodiments can include fewer or more components than those illustrated in the figures, without departing from the scope of the disclosure. Certain components can be omitted from one or more of the figures for the sake of clarity of the following description. The components can be shown in the figures in a particular arrangement, but the arrangement of components can be different in various embodiments.

[0028] As used herein, the term "includes" means includes but not limited to, and is to be interpreted in the same manner as "comprising" in its normal sense. The use of broader terms such as "includes," "including," and "has" are to be understood as permitting more narrow terms as providing support for the broader terms.

[0029] The phrases "in various embodiments," "in one embodiment," "according to one embodiment," "in some embodiments," and the like generally mean that the particular feature, structure, or characteristic following the phrase can be included in at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, and can include more than one embodiment of the present disclosure (importantly, such phrases are not necessarily referring to the same embodiment).

[0030] The word "example" or "exemplary" is used herein to mean "serving as an example, instance, or illustration." Any implementation described herein as "exemplary" is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other implementations.

[0031] If the specification states a component, feature, structure, or characteristic "may," "might," "can," "would," "should," "could," "typically," "often," "usually," "typically," "exemplary," "for example," "for instance," "e.g.," "for example," "often," or "maybe" include or have the characteristic, no such requirement exists. Such components, features, structures, or characteristics are optionally included in some embodiments and are not required by the specification.

[0032] The present disclosure provides various embodiments of a protective cover for an electronic device. Embodiments of the present disclosure can include a rim configured to extend around a perimeter of an electronic device. Embodiments of the present disclosure can include a band portion, which can further include a first portion extending from the rim. Embodiments of the present disclosure can include a bottom portion defining a cutout relative to the first portion of the band portion. The cutout can be configured to allow a rail of the electronic device to mate with a corresponding feature of a charging dock when the rim of the protective cover extends around the perimeter of the electronic device.

[0033] Figure 1A A front view of a protective cover 100 is illustrated in accordance with example embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 1B A side view of a protective cover 100 is illustrated in accordance with example embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 1CAn isometric view of a protective cover 100 is illustrated in accordance with example embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0034] In some embodiments, the protective cover 100 can include a rim 102, a band portion 104, and a bottom portion 106. In some embodiments, the protective cover 100 can be configured to enclose an electronic device 200 Figure 2A ) In some embodiments, the protective cover 100 can be configured to provide protection for the electronic device 200 from various external factors. These external factors can include, but are not limited to, dropping from a height, impact from colliding with external objects. Further, the protective cover 100 can be configured with various materials. Further, these materials can include, but are not limited to, silicone, rubber, or high impact plastic. In some embodiments, the material used for the protective cover 100 can be selected such that the protective cover 100 can provide impact resistance and shock absorption. In some embodiments, the electronic device 200 can include at least one of a hand held data terminal, a scanner, or a mobile computer.

[0035] In some embodiments, the protective cover 100 can include a top portion 108 and a bottom portion 106. In some embodiments, the electronic device 200 can include a top portion 210 Figure 2A ) and a bottom portion 206 Figure 2A ). In some embodiments, the top portion 108 of the protective cover 100 can be configured to protect the top portion 210 of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the top portion 210 of the electronic device 200 can include a screen 216 Figure 2A ). In some embodiments, the top portion 108 of the protective cover 100 can include a top end 110. In some embodiments, the top end 110 of the top portion 108 can be configured to protect a top edge 212 Figure 2A ) of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the top end 110 of the protective cover 100 can extend along a width of the top portion 210 of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the bottom portion 106 of the protective cover 100 can be configured to protect the bottom portion 206 of the electronic device 200. Further, the bottom portion 206 of the electronic device 200 can include a keyboard 218 Figure 2A ). In some embodiments, the bottom portion 106 of the protective cover 100 can include a bottom end 112. In some embodiments, the bottom end 112 of the bottom portion 106 can be configured to protect a bottom edge 214 Figure 2A ) of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the bottom end 112 of the protective cover 100 can extend along a width of the bottom portion 206 of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the width of the top portion 210 of the electronic device 200 is greater than the width of the bottom portion 206 of the electronic device 200. Similarly, the width of the top portion 108 of the protective cover 100 is greater than the width of the bottom portion 106 of the protective cover 100.

[0036] In some embodiments, the protective cover 100 may include a front side 122. In some embodiments, the front side 122 of the protective cover 100 may be configured to protect the electronic device 200 from potential damage to the electronic device 200. Figure 1B Various hazards. In some embodiments, the front side 122 of the protective cover 100 may include a design corresponding to a front open design. Furthermore, the design of the front side 122 of the protective cover 100 allows access to the screen 216 of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the front side 122 of the protective cover 100 may include a plurality of first extending edges 114. In some embodiments, the plurality of first extending edges 114 may be configured to protect each edge of the front side 122 of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the protective cover 100 may include a rear side 124 ( Figure 1C In some embodiments, the rear side 124 of the protective cover 100 may be configured to prevent various hazards that could damage the rear side 124 of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the rear side 124 of the protective cover 100 may include a plurality of second extending edges 126. Figures 1B-1C In some embodiments, each of the plurality of second extended edges 126 may be configured to protect the rear side 124 of the electronic device 200.

[0037] In some embodiments, the protective cover 100 may include a edge 102. Furthermore, the edge 102 of the protective cover 100 may be configured to surround the periphery 222 of the electronic device 200. Figure 2A (Extension). In some embodiments, the edge 102 of the protective cover 100 may be configured to protect the periphery 222 of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the edge 102 of the protective cover 100 may be configured to suppress impacts from falling from a height and / or impacts from colliding with objects. In some embodiments, the edge 102 of the protective cover 100 may be configured to cover the periphery 222 of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the edge 102 of the protective cover 100 may include one or more curved segments 116. In some embodiments, the one or more curved segments 116 of the edge 102 may be configured to allow the protective cover 100 to properly surround the electronic device 200.

[0038] In some embodiments, the protective cover 100 may include a strap portion 104. In some embodiments, the strap portion 104 may be configured to extend from the rear side 124 of the protective cover 100. In some embodiments, the strap portion 104 of the protective cover 100 may be configured to provide support to the rear side 124 of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the strap portion 104 of the protective cover 100 may be configured on the bottom portion 106 of the protective cover 100. In some embodiments, the strap portion 104 of the protective cover 100 may include a first portion 128 ( Figure 1BPart 130 Figure 1B In some embodiments, a first portion 128 of the strap portion 104 may extend from an edge 102 of the protective cover 100. In some embodiments, the first portion 128 of the strap portion 104 may be integral with two of the plurality of second extending edges 126 of the protective cover 100. In some embodiments, a second portion 130 of the strap portion 104 may be integral with the first portion 128 of the strap portion 104, such that the second portion 130 of the strap portion 104 may provide support for the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the strap portion 104 of the protective cover 100 may extend behind the battery pack of the electronic device 200. The strap portion 104 may be positioned near the top of the battery pack to allow the battery pack to be removed when the protective cover 100 is mounted on the electronic device 200.

[0039] In some embodiments, the bottom portion 106 of the protective cover 100 may define a cutout 132. Figure 1B Furthermore, the cut 132 may be relative to the first portion 128 of the strip portion 104. In some embodiments, the cut 132 of the bottom portion 106 may be constructed by various processes. These processes may include, but are not limited to, cutting, trimming, molding, etc. In some embodiments, the cut 132 of the bottom portion 106 may be aligned with the side of the bottom portion 206 of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the cut 132 of the bottom portion 106 may be configured to expose the side of the bottom portion 206 of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the electronic device 200 may include a guide rail 204. Figures 2B-2C In some embodiments, each side of the bottom portion 206 of the electronic device 200 may include a guide rail 204. In some embodiments, when the edge 102 of the protective cover 100 extends around the periphery 222 of the electronic device 200, the cutout 132 of the bottom portion 106 may be configured to allow the guide rail 204 of the electronic device 200 to interact with the charging base 202. Figure 2A The corresponding feature part 306 () Figure 3A Matching. In this way, the electronic device 200 can be placed on the charging base 202 and charged without removing or adjusting the protective cover 100.

[0040] In some embodiments, the protective cover 100 may include a plurality of corner portions 118. Furthermore, the plurality of corner portions 118 of the protective cover 100 may be configured to protect a plurality of corner portions 224 of the electronic device 200. Figure 2A In some embodiments, each of the plurality of corners 118 may be reinforced with a circular filler. In various examples, each of the plurality of corners 118 may be configured to prevent damage to the electronic device 200 from drops or impacts. In some embodiments, the edge 102 of the protective cover 100 may include at least one recess 134. Figure 1B). In some embodiments, the at least one recess 134 of the rim 102 can be configured to accommodate a control button 220 (e.g., a power button or a volume button) of the electronic device 200 Figure 2A ) In some embodiments, the at least one recess 134 of the rim 102 of the protective cover 100 can be configured to provide the user access to the control button 220 without removing the protective cover 100. In various examples, the at least one recess 134 of the rim 102 can be configured such that the user can easily press the control button 220. In some embodiments, the rim 102 of the protective cover 100 can include a textured region 120. In some embodiments, the textured region 120 of the rim 102 can be configured to provide the user with grip when handling the electronic device 200.

[0041] Figure 2A FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of an electronic device 200 according to example embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 2B FIG. 2 illustrates a side view of the electronic device 200 according to example embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 2C FIG. 3 illustrates an expanded view of the electronic device 200 with a guide rail 204 according to example embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0042] In one instance, when the battery of the electronic device 200 is discharged, it can be desirable to detachably couple the electronic device 200, which can be enclosed within the protective cover 100, to the charging base 202 so that the battery can be charged. In another instance, when the battery of the electronic device 200 is discharged, it can be desirable to detachably couple the electronic device 200, which is not enclosed within the protective cover 100, to the charging base 202 so that the battery can be charged. In other words, when the battery of the electronic device 200 is discharged, the electronic device can be placed on the charging base 202 with the protective cover 100 mounted on the electronic device 200, as well as with the protective cover 100 not mounted on the electronic device. In some embodiments, the charging base 202 can include at least one slot, as shown at 302 Figure 3A ) Furthermore, the at least one slot 302 of the charging base 202 can be configured to receive the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the at least one slot 302 can include a corresponding feature 306. In various examples, the at least one slot 302 can include a plurality of corresponding features. In some embodiments, the corresponding feature 306 of the at least one slot 302 can facilitate the coupling of the electronic device 200 to the charging base 202. In some embodiments, the corresponding feature 306 can correspond to a protrusion extending from the body of the charging base 202.

[0043] As Figures 2B-2CAs shown in FIG. 1, the rails 204 on each side of the bottom portion 206 of the electronic device 200 can facilitate separable coupling of the electronic device 200 with the charging base 202. In some embodiments, the cutouts 132 of the bottom portion 106 can be configured to allow the rails 204 of the electronic device 200 to mate with the corresponding features 306 of the charging base 202 without removing the protective cover 100 from the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the rails 204 can include slots 208. In some embodiments, the slots 208 of the rails 204 can be configured to receive the corresponding features 306 when the electronic device 200 is inserted into the charging base 202. In some embodiments, the corresponding features 306 of the charging base 202 can be configured to slide into the slots 208 of the rails 204 of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the slots 208 can be configured on the rails 204 such that when the corresponding features 306 mate with the rails 204, then the electronic device 200 is oriented in a vertical plane relative to the charging base 202.

[0044] In some embodiments, the electronic device 200 can correspond to a mobile phone, a handheld computer, or a mobile terminal. In some embodiments, the electronic device 200 can include a top portion 210 and a bottom portion 206. In some embodiments, the top portion 210 can include a top edge 212 and the bottom portion 206 can include a bottom edge 214. In some embodiments, the top portion 210 of the electronic device 200 can include a screen 216. In addition, the bottom portion 206 of the electronic device 200 can include a keyboard 218. In some embodiments, the screen 216 of the electronic device 200 can be configured to provide visual information to a user associated with a target application. In some embodiments, the keyboard 218 of the electronic device 200 facilitates the user to provide various commands to the electronic device 200 when executing various applications.

[0045] In some embodiments, the electronic device 200 can include a control button 220. In addition, the control button 220 can correspond to a power button or a volume button. In some embodiments, the bottom portion 206 of the electronic device 200 can include a bottom edge 214. In addition, the bottom edge 214 of the electronic device 200 can include a charging port (not shown). In some embodiments, the charging base 202 can include a charging receptacle 308 Figure 3A In some embodiments, the charging port of the electronic device 200 can be configured to connect with the charging receptacle 308 when the electronic device 200 is placed in the at least one slot 302 of the charging base 202. In some embodiments, the charging receptacle 308 of the charging base 202 can be configured to charge the electronic device 200 when the rim 102 extends around the perimeter 222 of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the plurality of corners 118 of the protective cover 100 can be configured to protect the plurality of corners 224 of the electronic device 200.

[0046] like Figure 2B As shown, electronic device 200 may include a communication port 226. In some embodiments, the communication port 226 may be configured on the periphery 222 of electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the communication port 226 of electronic device 200 may be configured to enable wired communication between electronic device 200 and various other external devices, such as mobile terminals, scanners, handheld devices, servers, etc. In various examples, the communication port 226 may facilitate electronic device 200 to transmit and / or receive data from external devices via a communication bus (not shown). In some embodiments, electronic device 200 may include a covering tab 228. In some embodiments, the covering tab 228 of electronic device 200 may be movably coupled to the communication port 226 of electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the covering tab 228 may be configured to protect the communication port 226 from various environmental factors, such as dust, debris, moisture, etc.

[0047] Figure 3A A top view of a charging base 202 according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. Figure 3B The illustration shows a front view of a charging base 202 according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 3C The illustration shows a perspective view of a charging base 202 according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0048] In some embodiments, the charging base 202 may be configured to charge the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the charging base 202 may include a housing 300. Furthermore, the housing 300 may be configured to cover various components associated with the charging base 202. In some embodiments, the housing 300 may be constructed from various materials. These materials may include, but are not limited to, polycarbonate, metal, silicone, rubber, ceramic, or reinforced plastic. In some embodiments, the material of the charging base 202 may be selected such that the housing 300 can withstand extreme conditions. In some embodiments, the housing 300 of the charging base 202 may be configured to have various shapes. The shapes may include, but are not limited to, U-shaped, V-shaped, planar, or elliptical.

[0049] In some embodiments, the charging base 202 can be connected with a power source (e.g., an electrical outlet). In some embodiments, the power source can be configured to provide an input power supply to the charging base 202. In some embodiments, the charging base 202 can be configured to receive the input power supply from the power source. In some embodiments, the charging base 202 can be configured to regulate the input power supply received from the power source. Further, the charging base 202 can be configured to provide an output power supply to the electronic device 200. Further, the input power supply received from the power source can range between 220V-240V. Further, the output power supply supplied from the charging base 202 to the electronic device 200 can range between 5V-24V.

[0050] In some embodiments, the charging base 202 can include the at least one slot, as shown at 302. In some embodiments, the at least one slot 302 can be configured to receive the bottom portion 206 of the electronic device 200. For example, the portion of the bottom portion 206 of the electronic device 200 including the slot 208 of the rail 204 can be received within the slot 302. In some embodiments, the electronic device 200 can be positioned perpendicular to the charging base 202. In some embodiments, the at least one slot 302 can be configured by various processes. The processes can include, but are not limited to, molding, casting, and the like. In some embodiments, the charging base 202 can include another slot, as shown at 304. Further, the other slot 304 of the charging base 202 can be configured to receive and house the bottom portion 206 of the electronic device 200 behind the portion including the rail 204. In some embodiments, the at least one slot 302 of the charging base 202 can include a corresponding feature 306. Further, the corresponding feature 306 can be configured to mate with the slot 208 of the rail 204 of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the corresponding feature 306 can be configured on the parallel wall of the housing 300 of the charging base 202. In some embodiments, the charging base 202 can include a charging receptacle 308. In some embodiments, the charging receptacle 308 of the charging base 202 can be configured to connect with the charging port of the electronic device 200 when the electronic device 200 is placed into the at least one slot 302 of the charging base 202.

[0051] In some embodiments, the charging base 202 can include a locking section, as shown at 310. In some embodiments, the locking section 310 of the charging base 202 can facilitate locking of the electronic device 200 when placed into the at least one slot 302. In some embodiments, the locking section 310 of the charging base 202 can include a lock 312. Further, the lock 312 of the locking section 310 can be configured to lock the electronic device 200 within the at least one slot 302 and provide stability to the electronic device 200 within the at least one slot 302. In some embodiments, the locking section 310 of the charging base 202 can include one or more channels, as shown at 314. In some embodiments, the bottom edge 214 of the electronic device 200 can include a latch (not shown). In some embodiments, the latch of the electronic device 200 can be configured to detachably couple with the lock 312 of the charging base 202 to lock the electronic device 200 within the at least one slot 302. In some embodiments, the one or more channels 314 can be configured to receive and accommodate a periphery defined by the latch of the electronic device 200.

[0052] In some embodiments, the charging base 202 can include a docking area 316. In some embodiments, the docking area 316 of the charging base 202 can be configured to accommodate the bottom end 112 of the bottom portion 106 of the protective cover 100 that encloses the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the docking area 316 of the charging base 202 can define a width that can be sufficient to accommodate the bottom end 112 of the bottom portion 106. In some embodiments, the docking area 316 can correspond to a planar surface to accommodate the electronic device 200 housed within the protective cover 100 perpendicular to the charging base 202.

[0053] In some embodiments, the charging base 202 can include another corresponding feature 318. Further, the other corresponding feature 318 of the charging base 202 can be configured to extend from the parallel walls of the charging base 202. In some embodiments, the other corresponding feature 318 of the charging base 202 can be configured to provide support to the back side 124 of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the other corresponding feature 318 can define a width that is greater than the width of the corresponding feature 306. In some embodiments, the other corresponding feature 318 of the charging base 202 can be configured to provide support to the electronic device 200 when locked by the lock 312 of the charging base 202.

[0054] Figure 4A FIG. 4 illustrates a front view of an electronic device assembly 400, in accordance with example embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 4B FIG. 5 illustrates a perspective view of the electronic device assembly 400, in accordance with example embodiments of the present disclosure. Figures 4A-4B In conjunctionFigures 1A-3C To describe.

[0055] In some embodiments, the electronic device assembly 400 may include an electronic device 200, a protective cover 100, and a charging base 202. In some embodiments, the electronic device 200 may correspond to a mobile phone, a handheld computer, or a mobile terminal. In some embodiments, the protective cover 100 may be configured to surround the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the protective cover 100 may include an edge 102. Furthermore, the edge 102 may be configured to extend around a periphery 222 of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the edge 102 may be configured to protect the sidewalls of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the protective cover 100 may include a front side 122 and a rear side 124. In some embodiments, the rear side 124 of the protective cover 100 may be configured to protect the rear side 124 of the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the rear side 124 of the protective cover 100 may include a band portion 104. Furthermore, the band portion 104 of the protective cover 100 may include a first portion 128 and a second portion 130.

[0056] In some embodiments, a first portion 128 of the band portion 104 may extend from the edge 102 of the protective cover 100. In some embodiments, a second portion 130 of the band portion 104 may extend from the first portion 128 of the protective cover 100. In some embodiments, the second portion 130 of the band portion 104 of the protective cover 100 may be configured to extend behind the electronic device 200. In some embodiments, the band portion 104 of the protective cover 100 may be configured to provide support for the electronic device 200 enclosed within the protective cover 100. In some embodiments, the electronic device assembly 400 may include the electronic device 200 enclosed within the protective cover 100 and detachably coupled to the charging base 202.

[0057] In some embodiments, a method is disclosed. The method includes one or more operations. In one operation, an edge 102 of a protective shield 100 may be configured to extend around a periphery 222 of an electronic device 200. Furthermore, the edge 102 may be configured to protect the periphery 222 of the electronic device 200 from various hazards. In another operation, a first portion 128 of a band portion 104 of the protective shield 100 may be configured to extend from the edge 102. Furthermore, the band portion 104 may include a second portion 130. Furthermore, the second portion 130 may be configured to extend from the first portion 128. Furthermore, the second portion 130 of the band portion 104 may be configured to extend behind the electronic device 200 that may be enclosed within the protective shield 100. In another operation, the cutout 132 of the bottom portion 106 of the protective cover 100 relative to the first portion 128 of the band portion 104 can be configured to allow the guide rail 204 of the electronic device 200 to match the corresponding feature 306 of the charging base 202 when the edge 102 of the protective cover 100 extends around the periphery 222 of the electronic device 200.

[0058] This invention provides charging for electronic device 200 with or without a protective cover 100, improving the convenience and efficiency of the electronic device 200. The edge 102 of this invention protects the electronic device 200 from accidental drops, impacts, dust, and moisture, even during charging. The protective cover 100 increases the lifespan of the electronic device 200 by minimizing physical handling. This invention aims to save time in various applications such as logistics, construction, or fieldwork by minimizing downtime of the electronic device 200. The protective cover 100 makes the electronic device 200 compatible with various docking stations (i.e., charging bases 202).

[0059] Benefiting from the teachings presented in the foregoing description and related drawings, those skilled in the art to which this disclosure pertains will conceive of numerous modifications and other embodiments of the disclosure set forth herein. Therefore, it is to be understood that this disclosure is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed, and that modifications and other embodiments are intended to be included within the scope of the appended claims. Furthermore, although exemplary embodiments have been described in the context of certain exemplary combinations of elements and / or functions in the foregoing description and related drawings, it should be appreciated that different combinations of elements and / or functions may be provided by alternative embodiments without departing from the scope of the appended claims. In this regard, for example, combinations of elements and / or functions different from those explicitly described above are also contemplated as being set forth in some of the appended claims. Although specific terminology is used herein, it is used only in a general and descriptive sense and not for limiting purposes.

Claims

1. A protective cover for an electronic device, the electronic device including a guide rail located on a side of the electronic device, the protective cover comprising: The edges are configured to extend around the periphery of the electronic device; The strip portion includes a first portion extending from the said edge; as well as The bottom portion defines a cutout relative to the first portion of the band portion, wherein the cutout is configured to allow the rails of the electronic device to mate with corresponding features of the charging base as the edge of the protective cover extends around the periphery of the electronic device.

2. The protective cover according to claim 1, wherein, The guide rail includes a groove.

3. The protective cover according to claim 1, wherein, The corresponding feature of the charging base is a protrusion.

4. The protective cover according to claim 1, wherein, The strip portion includes a second portion extending from the first portion.

5. The protective cover according to claim 4, wherein, The second part is configured to extend behind the electronic device.

6. The protective cover of claim 1 further includes a top end and a bottom end, the top end and the bottom end being configured to protect the top edge and bottom edge of the electronic device.

7. The protective cover according to claim 1, wherein, The charging base also includes a charging port configured to charge the electronic device.

8. An electronic device assembly, comprising: An electronic device, including a side surface, the side surface including a guide rail; The protective shield includes: The edge extending around the periphery of the electronic device; The strip portion includes a first portion extending from the edge; and The bottom portion defines a cut relative to the first portion of the strip portion; and A charging base, which includes corresponding features that match the guide rail of the electronic device.

9. The electronic device assembly according to claim 8, wherein, The cutout is configured to allow the rails of the electronic device to mate with the corresponding features of the charging base when the edge of the protective cover extends around the periphery of the electronic device.

10. The electronic device assembly according to claim 8, wherein, The guide rail includes a groove.

11. The electronic device assembly according to claim 8, wherein, The corresponding feature of the charging base is a protrusion.

12. The electronic device assembly according to claim 8, wherein, The strip portion includes a second portion extending from the first portion.

13. The electronic device assembly of claim 12, wherein, The second part is configured to extend behind the electronic device.

14. The electronic device assembly according to claim 8, wherein, The protective cover also includes a top end and a bottom end, which are configured to protect the top and bottom edges of the electronic device.

15. The electronic device assembly according to claim 8, wherein, The charging base also includes a charging port configured to charge the electronic device.

16. The electronic device assembly of claim 8, wherein, The electronic device corresponds to a mobile phone, handheld computer, or mobile terminal.

17. A method comprising: Make the edge of the protective cover extend around the perimeter of the electronic device; The first portion of the band portion of the protective cover extends from the edge; as well as As the edge of the protective cover extends around the periphery of the electronic device, a cutout in the bottom portion of the protective cover relative to the first portion of the band allows the guide rail of the electronic device to align with a corresponding feature of the charging base.

18. The method according to claim 17, wherein, The guide rail includes a groove.

19. The method of claim 17, wherein, The corresponding feature of the charging base is a protrusion.

20. The method of claim 17, wherein, The strip portion includes a second portion extending from the first portion, wherein the second portion is configured to extend behind the electronic device.

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