Mirror arrangement for mobile devices

Abstract

The invention relates to a mirror arrangement for mobile communication devices (7) for producing selfie photographs and is applicable for producing photographs with a mobile phone in everyday life. The mirror arrangement according to the invention comprises a mirror (1), a mounting device (2) and a flexible connecting element (3), wherein the mirror (1) can be positioned so that the user (6) can see the image to be taken by the main camera (4) of the back of the mobile device (7) facing him on the display (5) in the mirror (1).

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a mirror arrangement for mobile devices for producing selfie photos and is applicable for taking photos with a mobile phone in everyday life.

[0002] A preferred application area of ​​the invention is the production of selfie photos with an impressive background.

[0003] The practice of taking selfie photos using mobile devices has been known in many forms for a long time.

[0004] Modern mobile devices have a main camera on the back and a front-facing camera on the front, i.e., the side with the display. The main camera is usually equipped with significantly higher-quality recording technology than the front camera.

[0005] From DE 20 2017 005 608 U1 a selfie mirror for smartphones is known, which is characterized in that it consists of a combination of a mirror and a ferromagnetic metal plate arranged under it and connected to the mirror, and has means for fixing the assembly of the mirror and the ferromagnetic metal plate to the smartphone or a smartphone case.

[0006] With this solution, it is possible for the user to see themselves in the mirror, but not what is actually displayed on the screen and captured when the shutter is released.

[0007] The invention is based on the objective of creating a mirror arrangement for mobile devices that is easy and inexpensive to manufacture, is detachable, can be operated easily and conveniently, and enables predefined selfie photo taking with the main camera of the mobile device.

[0008] This problem is solved by the features in claim 1. Advantageous embodiments of the invention are contained in the dependent claims.

[0009] A particular advantage of the invention lies in the safe and convenient handling of the mirror arrangement for mobile devices when taking selfie photos, wherein the mirror arrangement comprises a mirror, a mounting device and a flexible connecting element, and wherein the mirror can be positioned so that the user can see the image to be taken by the main camera on the back of the mobile device facing him on the display of the mobile device in the mirror.

[0010] An additional advantage of the invention results from the fact that the mounting device is detachably connected to the mobile phone or a protective case for the mobile phone. This makes it possible to attach the mirror arrangement to the mobile phone or the protective case only when it is needed.

[0011] Because the mounting device is a clamping device, secure fastening is ensured and easy attachment and removal is possible.

[0012] The mirror's large range of motion results from the fact that the connecting element is connected to the mounting device on one side and / or to the mirror on the other via a ball joint.

[0013] The mirror can have a circular, oval, or rectangular cross-section.

[0014] The invention will be explained in more detail below with reference to exemplary embodiments illustrated at least partially in the figures. The figures show: Fig. 1 a schematic representation of the mirror arrangement according to the invention

[0015] Fig. Figure 1 shows the mirror arrangement according to the invention in a schematic representation.

[0016] In the present embodiment, a mirror 1 is circular in shape and its dimensions harmonize with the dimensions of the display on the front of the mobile phone 7.

[0017] The mirror 1 is connected to the mounting device 2 via a flexible connecting element 3. In the present embodiment, the flexible connecting element 3 is a gooseneck or a flexible arm, which is semi-rigid and flexible and made of coiled metal tubing.

[0018] The mounting device 2 has two clamping arms 2a and 2b, the distance between which is adjustable. This allows the mounting device 2 to be adapted to the different dimensions of the various mobile communication devices 7.

[0019] A ball joint 5a is arranged between the mirror 1 and the connecting element 3. This allows for extreme mobility of the mirror 1 and the adjustment of many possible positions.

[0020] The mounting device 2 is attached to the housing of the mobile communication device 7 by means of a clamping connection, whereby the clamping connection can be released at any time and the mounting device 2 with connecting element 3 and mirror 1 can be removed from the housing of the mobile communication device 7.

[0021] A ball joint 5b is also arranged between the mounting device 2 and the connecting element 3, which further improves the mobility and positionability of the mirror 1.

[0022] When the mirror arrangement is in operation, user 6 sees in mirror 1 exactly the subject shown on the display, as well as all functions such as zoom, telephoto or wide-angle lens, the shutter button, and the filters used by apps. User 6 can now take high-quality selfie photos by triggering the main camera 4.

[0023] The invention is not limited to the embodiments shown. Rather, it is possible to realize further embodiments by combining and varying the means and features shown, without departing from the scope of the invention. QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

[0000] This list of documents cited by the applicant was automatically generated and is included solely for the reader's convenience. The list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature

[0000] DE 20 2017 005 608 U1

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Claims

[1] Mirror arrangement for mobile radio devices (7) for taking selfie photographs, comprising a mirror (1), a holding device (2) and a flexible connecting element (3), wherein the mirror (1) can be positioned so that the user (6) can see the image to be taken by the main camera (4) on the back of the mobile radio device (7) facing him on the display (5) in the mirror (1). [2] Mirror arrangement according to claim 1, characterized by that the holding device (2) is detachably connected to the mobile radio device (7) or a protective cover of the mobile radio device (7). [3] Mirror arrangement according to claim 2, characterized by that the holding device (2) is a clamping device. [4] Mirror arrangement according to claim 3, characterized by that the holding device (2) has two clamping arms (2a, 2b) adjustable in their distance from each other [5] Mirror arrangement according to claim 1, characterized bythat the connecting element (3) is connected on the one hand to the holding device (2) and / or on the other hand to the mirror via a ball joint (5a, 5b). [6] Mirror arrangement according to claim 1, characterized by that the mirror has a circular, oval or rectangular cross-section.

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