Accessory for electronic devices

A retractable accessory with transverse walls on the device's rear blocks sunlight to improve screen visibility in bright conditions, addressing glare and reflections effectively.

WO2025210287A1PCT designated stage Publication Date: 2025-10-09VILA CO LAURA
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Patent Information

Application Number
PCT/ES2025/070148
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2024-04-04
Filing Date
2025-03-20
Publication Date
2025-10-09

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Technical Problem

Existing mobile devices face issues with screen readability in direct sunlight due to reflections and glare, conventional solutions like anti-glare films and manual brightness adjustments being inadequate in high-light environments.

Method used

An accessory with retractable transverse walls attached to the rear of the device blocks direct sunlight incidence, improving visibility by minimizing reflections and glare.

Benefits of technology

Enhances screen visibility in bright conditions without altering device functionality or portability, providing a convenient and efficient solution for outdoor use.

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Abstract

The invention relates to an accessory for electronic devices that comprises a case (1) designed to be attached to the rear face of the electronic device, such that walls (2) perpendicular to the electronic device extend from the perimeter of the case (1), the walls being designed to prevent sunrays from hitting the screen (3) of the electronic device directly.
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Description

[0001] DESCRIPTION

[0002] Accessory for electronic devices

[0003] OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

[0004] The invention, as the title of this specification indicates, establishes an accessory for electronic devices. This is an innovation that, within current techniques, offers previously unknown advantages.

[0005] This accessory for electronic devices prevents sunlight from directly hitting the device's screen, thus avoiding reflections that could obscure vision. This is especially useful for cell phones and tablets.

[0006] TECHNICAL SECTOR

[0007] Therefore, this invention is limited to the sector of manufacturing accessories for mobile phones.

[0008] STATE OF THE ART

[0009] Since its inception, the mobile phone has undergone a rapid evolution, transforming from a mere communication device into a multifunctional instrument that has become deeply integrated into the everyday life of modern societies. Its widespread use is due to the diversity of applications and utilities it offers, ranging from communication functions to entertainment platforms, work tools, and personal management applications. However, interacting with these devices is not without its drawbacks, especially regarding their usability in outdoor environments.

[0010] A recurring issue associated with mobile phone use is screen readability in direct sunlight. When used outdoors where sunlight is intense, users often experience difficulties due to reflections and excessive glare on the screens, which reduce visibility and can lead to an uncomfortable and frustrating user experience. Most current phone screens are designed with some level of adaptive brightness, but even so, clear, glare-free viewing is not always guaranteed.

[0011] Conventional solutions to mitigate this problem have included the use of anti-glare films and manual screen brightness adjustments. However, these measures are not always effective in counteracting the effects of direct sunlight and may not be satisfactory for all users, who must make frequent adjustments depending on lighting conditions. Furthermore, the use of additional accessories such as films or screen protectors can alter the device's touch response or degrade visual quality.

[0012] The current state of the art therefore recognizes the need to improve the visibility of mobile phone screens in high-light environments. The present invention addresses this challenge with an innovative solution that improves the user experience when using their mobile device under any lighting conditions, without requiring external accessories or continuous adjustments, thus simplifying interaction with the device and improving its functionality in everyday use situations.

[0013] In order to solve the detailed problems, the current invention is presented.

[0014] The existence of any product with the same technical characteristics as the invention presented here is unknown.

[0015] DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0016] The object of the present invention is the creation of an accessory for electronic devices that provides a notable innovation within its field of application in the current state of the art, the characterizing details that make it possible being conveniently included in the final claims that accompany this description.

[0017] The accessory allows you to use different types of electronic devices outdoors, preventing sunlight from creating glare when viewing the screen.

[0018] To this end, the accessory for electronic devices comprises a housing configured to be attached to the electronic device on its rear side.

[0019] Transverse walls emerge from the perimeter of the housing with respect to the electronic device, configured to prevent the direct incidence of sunlight on the screen of the electronic device.

[0020] Typically, these walls can be folded up when not in use and unfolded when needed.

[0021] EXPLANATION OF THE FIGURES

[0022] To complete the description being made and in order to help better understand the characteristics of the invention, this descriptive report is attached, as an integral part thereof, with a figure in which, for illustrative and non-limiting purposes, the following has been represented.

[0023] Figure 1 corresponds to a perspective view of the accessory placed on a mobile phone.

[0024] PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

[0025] The present invention relates to an accessory designed to improve the functionality of electronic devices, especially with regard to the use of these devices outdoors, where the visibility of the screen may be compromised by direct sunlight. This accessory is characterized by including a housing (1) that is fixed to the back of the electronic device. From the perimeter of said housing (1), walls (2) emerge arranged transversely with respect to the device, which are specially configured to block the direct incidence of sunlight on the screen (3). This structure is essential to reduce the reflection and glare that affect the visibility of the screen, thus allowing a better user experience in high brightness conditions.

[0026] Typically, the walls (2) are retractable, allowing the user to move them from a folded to an unfolded position. In their unfolded state, the walls (2) project transversely with respect to the screen of the electronic device, maximizing shading and minimizing light that may affect the display of the screen.

[0027] In this case, the walls (2) may have an accordion-shaped structural configuration. This feature facilitates an effective and aesthetically pleasing extension and retraction mechanism, allowing the accessory to adapt to the user's needs and the size of the device, maintaining a low profile when not in use and expanding efficiently when sunlight blocking is required.

[0028] The development of this accessory represents an ingenious solution to a common problem faced by electronic device users. The implementation of this design not only improves the functionality of the devices by allowing their use in adverse lighting conditions, but also provides convenience and efficiency without compromising the device's portability or design.

[0029] Having sufficiently described the nature of the present invention, as well as the manner of putting it into practice, it is not considered necessary to explain it further so that any expert in the field may understand its scope and the advantages derived from it, stating that, within its essence, it may be put into practice in other embodiments that differ in detail from that indicated by way of example, and to which it will also achieve the protection sought provided that its fundamental principle is not altered, changed or modified.

Claims

CLAIMS 1.- Accessory for electronic devices, characterized in that it comprises a casing (1) configured to be fixed to the electronic device on its rear face, in such a way that some transverse walls (2) emerge from the perimeter of the casing (1) with respect to the electronic device, configured to prevent the direct incidence of the sun's rays on the screen (3) of the electronic device. 2.- Accessory for electronic devices, according to claim 1, characterized in that the walls (2) are retractable, moving from a folded position to an unfolded position in which they protrude transversely with respect to the screen of the electronic device. 3.- Accessory for electronic devices, according to claim 2, characterized in that the walls (2) have a structural configuration in the form of an accordion.

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