System for storing and supporting mobile computing devices and accessories

Abstract

A mobile computer case includes a base for placing a mobile computer thereon and a cover that covers the base and the mobile computer when placed on the base. The mobile computer case can be in a closed state for storage and protection, and an open state where the base is exposed for placement and usage of the mobile computer thereon. The case is designed to allow continuous usage of the mobile computer while stored in the case, serving as both a protective storage solution and a working station. The base can include ventilation features such as fans and ventilation openings to prevent overheating during operation. Storage compartments can be provided in a niche at the base for storing computer accessories and other objects. The cover can be separable from the base, allowing the base to be placed within the separated cover to form an alternative working station configuration.

Description

[0001] SYSTEM FOR STORING AND SUPPORTING MOBILE COMPUTING DEVICES AND ACCESSORIES

[0002] CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

[0003]

[0001] This application claims priority to United States Provisional Patent Application No. 36 / 678,107, filed August 01, 2024, the entire contents of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.

[0004] FIELD

[0005]

[0002] The present subject matter relates to systems for storing and supporting mobile computing devices and accessories. More particularly, the present subject matter relates to systems for storing and supporting mobile computing devices and accessories comprising foldable devices.

[0006] BACKGROUND

[0007]

[0003] Currently available cases for mobile computers are used only for storage of the mobile computers and protecting the mobile computers when transported from place to place. However, the currently available cases do not allow comfortable usage of mobile computers while stored in the cases. To use them, mobile computers have to be taken out of the cases. In addition, there is a need for a system that comprises cases for mobile computers and devices for supporting mobile computers and other computing devices and accessories.

[0008] SUMMARY

[0009]

[0004] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this subject matter belongs. Although methods and materials similar or equivalent to those described herein can be used in the practice or testing of the present subject matter, suitable methods and materials are described below. In case of conflict, the patent specification, including definitions, will control. In addition, the materials, methods, and examples are illustrative only and not intended to be limiting.

[0005] According to one aspect of the present subject matter, there is provided a mobile computer case comprising: a base for placing a mobile computer thereon; and a cover configured to cover the base and the mobile computer when placed on the base; wherein the mobile computer case is configured to be in a closed state and an open state, and in the open state the base is exposed for placement and usage of the mobile computer thereon.

[0010]

[0006] According to one embodiment, the cover is configured to be separated from the base, and the base is configured to be placed in the separated cover.

[0011]

[0007] According to one embodiment, the base is a double base comprising a base bottom side and a base top side, defining a base space between the base bottom side and the base top side.

[0012]

[0008] According to one embodiment, the mobile computer case comprising a niche at the base.

[0013]

[0009] According to one embodiment, the mobile computer case comprising at least one storage compartment configured to be placed in the niche.

[0014]

[0010] According to one embodiment, the at least one storage compartment is open at one side and is placed in the niche with the open side exposed.

[0015]

[0011] According to one embodiment, the mobile computer case comprising at least one fan placed in the base space, between the base bottom side and the base top side.

[0016]

[0012] According to one embodiment, the base bottom side comprises at least one ventilation opening positioned under the at least one fan.

[0017]

[0013] According to one embodiment, the base top side comprises at least one fan opening, and the at least one fan is placed under the fan opening.

[0018]

[0014] According to one embodiment, the at least one fan comprises a fan electrical cable configured to connect to an electrical port of the mobile computer.

[0019]

[0015] According to one embodiment, the base comprises at least one hole on a surface of the base.

[0016] According to one embodiment, the mobile computer case comprising at least one locking strap configured to lock the cover with the base.

[0020]

[0017] According to one embodiment, the mobile computer case comprising a fastener attached to the base and configured to be wrapped over the mobile computer.

[0021]

[0018] According to one embodiment, the cover comprises a strap for being hanged on a shoulder of a user.

[0022]

[0019] According to another aspect of the present subject matter, there is provided a system for storing and supporting mobile computing devices and accessories, the system comprising at least two of: at least one mobile computer case; at least one mobile computer stand; at least one smartphone stand; and at least one headphones stand.

[0023] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024]

[0020] Embodiments are herein described, by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings. With specific reference now to the drawings in detail, it is stressed that the particulars shown are by way of example and for purposes of illustrative discussion of the preferred embodiments, and are presented in the cause of providing what is believed to be the most useful and readily understood description of the principles and conceptual aspects of the embodiments. In this regard, no attempt is made to show structural details in more detail than is necessary for a fundamental understanding, the description taken with the drawings making apparent to those skilled in the art how several forms may be embodied in practice.

[0025]

[0021] In the drawings :

[0026]

[0022] Fig. 1 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a system for storing and supporting mobile computing devices and accessories.

[0027]

[0023] Fig. 2 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a side view of a user carrying a mobile computer case.

[0024] Fig. 3 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer case placed on a surface and started to be opened by a user.

[0028]

[0025] Fig. 4 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer case placed on a surface and being at a middle stage of opening by a user.

[0029]

[0026] Fig. 5 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer case placed on a surface and being at a final stage of opening by a user.

[0030]

[0027] Fig. 6 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer case in an open state.

[0031]

[0028] Fig. 7 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer case during separation of a cover from a base.

[0032]

[0029] Fig. 8 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer case with a cover completely separated from a base.

[0033]

[0030] Fig. 9 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, an early stage of a process of placing a base of a mobile computer case in a separated cover.

[0034]

[0031] Fig. 10 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a final stage of a process of placing a base of a mobile computer case in a separated cover.

[0035]

[0032] Fig. 11 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a base of a mobile computer case placed in a separated cover.

[0036]

[0033] Fig. 12 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer being placed on a mobile computer case serving as a working station.

[0037]

[0034] Fig. 13 illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, connection of a fan electrical cable to a port of a mobile computer.

[0038]

[0035] Fig. 14 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer placed on a mobile computer case serving as a working station.

[0036] Fig. 15 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, working on a mobile computer placed on a mobile computer case.

[0039]

[0037] Fig. 16 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a storage compartment supporting hand palms of a user of a computer placed on a mobile computer case.

[0040]

[0038] Fig. 17 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, opening of a storage compartment of a mobile computer case.

[0041]

[0039] Fig. 18 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer case with an open storage compartment with objects stored in the storage compartment.

[0042]

[0040] Fig. 19 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer case comprising a fastener.

[0043]

[0041] Fig. 20 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer fastened to a mobile computer case with a fastener.

[0044]

[0042] Fig. 21 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a bottom view of a mobile computer case.

[0045]

[0043] Fig. 22 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a top-back perspective view of a mobile computer case in an open state showing a niche.

[0046]

[0044] Fig. 23 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a top-back perspective view of a mobile computer case comprising at least one storage compartment.

[0047]

[0045] Fig. 24 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a top-back perspective view of a case for mobile computers and at least one storage compartment placed inside a niche.

[0048]

[0046] Fig. 25 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a top-back perspective view of a mobile computer case with a niche not fully occupied with storage compartments.

[0047] Fig. 26 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer stand in a spread state.

[0049]

[0048] Fig. 27 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer stand in a first orientation folded state.

[0050]

[0049] Fig. 28 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer stand in a second orientation folded state and a mobile computer 900 placed on the folded mobile computer stand 200.

[0051]

[0050] Fig. 29 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a smartphone stand in a spread state.

[0052]

[0051] Fig. 30 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a smartphone stand in a folded state and a smartphone placed on the folded smartphone stand.

[0053]

[0052] Fig. 31 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a headphones stand in a spread state.

[0054]

[0053] Fig. 32 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a headphones stand in a folded state and headphones hanged on the folded headphones stand.

[0055] DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0056]

[0054] Before explaining at least one embodiment in detail, it is to be understood that the subject matter is not limited in its application to the details of construction and the arrangement of the components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The subject matter is capable of other embodiments or of being practiced or carried out in various ways. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein is for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting. In discussion of the various figures described herein below, like numbers refer to like parts. The drawings are generally not to scale.

[0057]

[0055] For clarity, non-essential elements were omitted from some of the drawings.

[0056] Fig. 1 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a system for storing and supporting mobile computing devices and accessories. As shown in Fig. 1, the present subject matter provides a system 1 for storing and supporting mobile computing devices and accessories. According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the system 1 comprises at least two of: at least one mobile computer case 100, at least one mobile computer stand 200, at least one smartphone stand 300 and at least one headphones stand 400. Any combination of the four components of the system 1 is under the scope of the present subject matter. According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the system comprises: at least one mobile computer case 100 and at least one mobile computer stand 200. According to another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the system comprises at least one mobile computer case 100 and at least one smartphone stand 300. According to yet another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the system 1 comprises at least one mobile computer case 100 and at least one headphones stand 400. According to still another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the system 1 comprises at least one mobile computer stand 200 and at least one smartphone stand 300. According to a further embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the system comprises at least one mobile computer stand 200 and at least one headphones stand 400. According to yet a further embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the system comprises at least one smartphone stand 300 and at least one headphones stand 400. According to still a further embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the system 1 comprises at least one mobile computer case 100, at least one mobile computer stand 200 and at least one smartphone stand 300. According to an additional embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the system 1 comprises at least one mobile computer case 100, at least one mobile computer stand 200 and at least one headphones stand 400. According to yet an additional embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the system 1 comprises at least one mobile computer stand 200, at least one smartphone stand 300 and at least one headphones stand 400. According to still an additional embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the system 1 comprises at least one mobile computer case 100, at least one mobile computer stand 200, at least one smartphone stand 300 and at least one headphones stand 400.

[0057] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the present subject matter provides a kit for storing and supporting mobile computing devices and accessories. The kit comprises the system 1 according to the aforementioned embodiments.

[0058]

[0058] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the present subject matter provides also each one of the aforementioned devices individually. Thus, according to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the present subject matter provides a computer case 100. According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the present subject matter provides a mobile computer stand 200. According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the present subject matter provides a smartphone stand 300. According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the present subject matter provides a headphones stand 400.

[0059]

[0059] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, each one of the devices of the system 1 is foldable. According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, each one of the devices of the system 1 is made of any type of material that can be used for manufacturing each one of the devices, for example, but not limited to, plastics, wood, cardboard, metal and the like. Preferably, each one of the devices of the system 1 is made of cardboard or plastic sheets.

[0060]

[0060] The present subject matter provides a mobile computer case 100. According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 is used for storage of a mobile computer 900 and for protection of the mobile computer 900 against damage, humidity, dust, dirt and the like during storage of the mobile computer 900 and during transport of the mobile computer 900 when stored in the mobile computer case 100.

[0061]

[0061] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 is configured to allow permanent storage of the mobile computer 900 in the mobile computer case 100. In other words, the mobile computer case 100 is designed for permanent storage of the mobile computer 900. According to another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 is configured to allow usage of the mobile computer 900 while stored in the mobile computer case 100. That is to say that once the mobile computer 900 is placed in the mobile computer case 100, the mobile computer 900 can be permanently stored in the case, not only for storage and protection of the mobile computer 900, but also for usage of the mobile computer 900.

[0062]

[0062] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 comprises a base 112 for placing upon a mobile computer 900 and a cover 114 configured to cover the base 112. Thus, by covering the base 112 with the cover 114 the mobile computer 900 that is placed on the base 112 is protected at all sides of the mobile computer 900 by the base 112 and the cover 114.

[0063]

[0063] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 comprises at least one fan 130 at the base. The at least one fan 130 is configured to ventilate a bottom part of the mobile computer 900, thereby preventing overheating of the mobile computer 900 during usage. According to another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the at least one fan 130 is configured to electrically connect to an electrical port of the mobile computer 900, for example a USB port of the mobile computer 900, in order to provide the electrical power needed for the operation of the at least one fan 130. In other words, the mobile computer case 100 is designed to ventilate the mobile computer 900 during usage of the mobile computer 900 when placed in the mobile computer case 100.

[0064]

[0064] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the base 112 of the mobile computer case 100 comprises a niche 150, in addition to a part of the base 112 on which the mobile computer 900 is placed. According to another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 comprises at least one storage compartment 160 configured to be placed in the niche 150. The at least one storage compartment 160 can be used for storage of objects, for example accessories for the mobile computer, like a mouse, an electrical cable, earphones, earbuds and the like. Additional objects that can be stored in the at least one storage compartment 160 include writing implements, keys, or any object that can be stored in the at least one storage compartment 160.

[0065] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the cover 114 is configured to be opened, thus revealing the mobile computer 900 placed on the base 112. When the cover 114 covers the base 112, the mobile computer 900 is protected by the base 112 and by the cover 114 of the mobile computer case 100.

[0065]

[0066] Thus, in other words, according to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 comprises a base 112 for placing upon a mobile computer 900 and a cover 114 configured to cover the base 112 and the mobile computer 900 when placed on the base 112.

[0066]

[0067] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 is configured to be in a closed state, or in an open state. In the closed state, the cover 114 covers the base 112 and the mobile computer case 100 is configured to store and protect the mobile computer 900 therein. In the open state, the cover 114 is being opened and the base 112 is exposed, thus allowing the following: placement of the mobile computer 900 on the base 112, usage of the mobile computer 900 that is placed on the base 112, or removal of the mobile computer 900 from the base 112.

[0067]

[0068] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the cover 114 is configured to separated from the base 112. According to another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the base 112 is configured to be placed in the separated cover 114.

[0068]

[0069] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 can be in any size that allows storage of a mobile computer 900 therein. In other words, the mobile computer case 100 can be manufactured in any size. For example, the mobile computer case 100 can be manufactured in sizes that allow storage of mobile computers 900 having standard sizes. Some exemplary standard sizes of mobile computers 900 include 12 inches, 14 inches and 15.4 / 15.6 inches. That is to say that the mobile computer case 100 is manufactured in a size that allows storage of a mobile computer 900 in a certain size. In another exemplary embodiment, the mobile computer case 100 is manufactured in custom sizes, according to a specific need. In other words, if a user has a mobile computer 900 in a special size that is different from the standard sizes of mobile computers 900, a mobile computer case 100, or a batch of mobile computer cases 100, can be manufactured in a custom size that fits the special size of the mobile computer 900. This flexibility in the manufacture of mobile computer cases 100 in various sizes, in an easy and cheap manner, is an advantage over currently available cases for mobile computers that are manufactured only in standard sizes, while custom manufacturing of cases that are suited to specific sizes of mobile computers 900 is cumbersome, and may be even impossible, for currently available cases for mobile computers. The reason for the advantage of the mobile computer case 100 of the present subject matter in relation to the size of the mobile computer case 100 lies in the material from which the mobile computer case 100 is made.

[0069]

[0070] Currently available cases for mobile computers are made of materials like fabric that is sewn in a tedious and expensive way. In contrast, according to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 of the present subject matter is made of a cheap material that does not require special ways for manufacture and assembly. For example, the mobile computer case 100 is made of plastic sheets that can be easily folded and assembled. Another exemplary material from which the mobile computer case 100 is made is cardboard, that is cheap, can be folded easily and does not require any special techniques for assembly of the mobile computer case 100. Simple folding of the cardboard to the shape of the mobile computer case 100 and simple attachment of different parts made of cardboard, are enough for the manufacture of the mobile computer case 100.

[0070]

[0071] Another advantage of using plastic sheets, or cardboard, for the manufacture of the mobile computer case 100, is that printing of words, or images, on any surface of the mobile computer case 100 is easily possible and cheap. Thus, the present subject matter allows easy and cheap printing of logos, ornamental elements, words, or images, on any surface of the mobile computer case 100, either an internal surface or an external surface of the mobile computer case 100.

[0071]

[0072] The plastic from which the mobile computer case 100 can be made is water-proof, thus providing protection against humidity and water for the mobile computer 900 stored therein. However, in order for the cardboard to provide protection against water and humidity, a cardboard coated with a water-proof material can be used for the manufacture of the mobile computer case 100. Any type of water-proof material for the coating of the cardboard is under the scope of the present subject matter, for example vinyl, or any other type of plastic.

[0073] One advantage of using plastic for the manufacture of mobile computer case 100 is that the plastic is recyclable. Thus, once the mobile computer case 100 made of plastic has to be thrown to the waste, it can be easily recycled by existing plastic recycling facilities, thus contributing to the quality of the environment.

[0072]

[0074] One advantage of using cardboard for the manufacture of the mobile computer case 100 is that cardboard is environmentally friendly. Thus, the mobile computer case 100 can be thrown to the waste without causing harm to the environment, since cardboard is naturally decomposed. In addition, cardboard can be easily recycled by existing cardboard recycling facilities.

[0073]

[0075] Nevertheless, it should be noted that the scope of the present subject matter should not be limited to specific types of material that is used for the manufacture of the mobile computer case 100. The present subj ect matter covers any type of material that is used for the manufacture of the mobile computer case 100.

[0074]

[0076] It should be noted also that all the aforementioned embodiments regarding the material from which the mobile computer case 100 is manufactured are also relevant to the other devices disclosed herein: the mobile computer stand 200, smartphone stand 300 and headphones stand 400.

[0075]

[0077] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the cover 114 comprises a back side 1142.

[0076]

[0078] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 comprises a carrying handle 122 attached to the cover 114. The carrying handle 122 can be attached to any place on a surface of the cover 114, for example to the back side 1142 of the cover 114, in order to allow easy holding of the mobile computer case 100. It should be noted that the embodiment of the carrying handle 122 attached to the back side 1142 of the cover 114 is only exemplary and should not be considered as limiting the scope of the present subject matter. When the mobile computer case 100 is in the closed state, namely when the cover 114 covers the base 112, the carrying handle 122 allows carriage of the mobile computer case 100 by hand, similarly to a file holder. According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the carrying handle 122 is permanently attached to cover 114. According to another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the carrying handle 122 is removably attached to the cover 114. In other words, the carrying handle 122 can be removed, or reattached to the cover 114.

[0077]

[0079] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 comprises a strap 124 for being hanged on a shoulder of a user, for easy and convenient carriage of the mobile computer case 100. According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the strap 124 is permanently attached to the back side 1142 of the cover 114. According to another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the strap 124 is removably attached to the back side 1142 of the cover 114. In other words, the strap 124 can be removed, or reattached to the back side 1142 of the cover 114.

[0078]

[0080] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the cover 114 is configured to be removed from the base 112. According to another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, after removal of the cover 114, the base 112 is configured to be placed inside the cover 114, for example in order to save place, or to prevent loss of the cover 114 after it is removed from the base 112.

[0079]

[0081] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 comprises at least one fan 130 installed in the base 112 in a manner that places the at least one fan 130 under a bottom part of the mobile computer 900 when placed on the base 112. According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, mobile computer case 100 comprises two fans 130. However, it should be noted that any number of fans 130 installed in the base 112 is under the scope of the present subject matter. According to another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the at least one fan 130 is configured to be electrically connected to an electrical port of the mobile computer 900, for example the at least one fan 130 comprises a fan electrical cable 1135 with a USB plug that can be connected to a USB port of the mobile computer 900 in order to provide electrical power to the at least one fan 130. This embodiment ensures proper ventilation of the mobile computer 900 when used while placed on the base 112. Any type of fan 130 is under the scope of the present subject matter, for example, but not limited to, a fan 130 working in a voltage of 5V. In addition, the at least one fan 130 is electrically connected to the electrical port of the mobile computer 900 in a manner that the operation of the at least one fan 130 is synchronized with the operation of the mobile computer 900. When the mobile computer 900 is switched-on, the at least one fan 130 starts to operate, and when the mobile computer 900 is switched-off the at least one fan 130 ceases to operate. Alternatively, the at least one fan 130 can comprise a switch that allows switching-on / off of the at least one fan 130 independently from the operation of the mobile computer 900.

[0080]

[0082] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the base 112 comprises a base bottom side 1122. According to another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the base bottom side 1122 comprises at least one ventilation opening 132. According to yet another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the at least one ventilation opening 132 is positioned under the at least one fan 130 in a manner that allows flow of air driven by the at least one fan 130 into the mobile computer case 100 towards the bottom side of the mobile computer 900. According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the at least one ventilation opening 132 can have any size and any shape.

[0081]

[0083] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the base 112 is a double base 112 comprising an inner space. According to this embodiment, the base 112 comprises a base bottom side 1122 and a base top side 1124, defining a base space between the base bottom side 1122 and the base top side 1124.

[0082]

[0084] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the at least one fan 130 is placed in the base space, between the base bottom side 1122 and the base top side 1124. According to another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the at least one ventilation opening 132 is at the base bottom side 1122 underneath the at least one fan 130. According to yet another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the base top side 1124 comprises at least one fan opening 1123. According to this embodiment, the at least one fan 130 is placed under the fan opening 1123. This embodiment allows the at least one fan 130 to blow air towards the bottom side of the mobile computer 900 that is placed on the base top side 124, thereby ventilating the mobile computer 900 and preventing overheating of the mobile computer 900.

[0085] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the base top side 1124 is smaller than the base bottom side 1122. As a result, a niche 150 is created at the base 112. According to another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the niche 150 allows placement of objects therein. For example, a smartphone 910 can be placed in the niche 150, thus rendering the niche 150 a smartphone holder, for example.

[0083]

[0086] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the niche 150 serves as a soundbox that increases the transfer to the environment of sound, from the mobile computer 900 placed on the base top side 1124, or from the smartphone 910 placed in the niche 150. This embodiment increases the volume of the sound that originates from the mobile computer 900, or from the smartphone 910.

[0084]

[0087] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the niche 150 serves as a place for positioning at least one storage compartment 160.

[0085]

[0088] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 comprises at least one storage compartment 160 configured to be placed in the niche 150. Any number of storage compartments 160 is under the scope of the present subject matter. For example, the mobile computer case 100 comprises two storage compartments 160 - a first storage compartment 160-1 and a second storage compartment 160-2. However, it should be mentioned that the embodiment of two storage compartments 160, is only exemplary and should not be considered as limiting the scope of the present subj ect matter.

[0086]

[0089] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 comprises a plurality of storage compartments 160. According to another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the plurality of storage compartment 160 fully occupy the niche 150. According to yet another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the plurality of storage compartments 160 not to fully occupy the niche 150. As a result, a part of the niche 150 is vacant and can be used for other purposes, for example for placing a smartphone 910 in the vacant part of the niche 150.

[0090] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the at least one storage compartment 160 is configured to store objects, for example accessories for the mobile computer 900, like a mouse, an electrical cable, earphones, earbuds and the like. Additional objects that can be stored in the at least one storage compartment 160 include writing implements, like pencils, pens, keys, or any object that can be stored in the at least one storage compartment 160.

[0087]

[0091] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the at least one storage compartment 160 is open at one side. According to another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the at least one storage compartment 160 is placed in the niche 150 with the open side exposed, for example in order to allow placement of objects in the storage compartment 160, or removal of objects from the storage compartment 160. According to yet another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the storage compartment 160 is placed in the niche 150 in a way that the open side of the storage compartment 160 is not exposed.

[0088]

[0092] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 comprises at least one hole 180 on a surface of the base 112. The at least one hole 180 can be positioned in any place on the surface of the base 112. The at least one hole 180 can be used for various purposes, for example but not limited to, the at least one hole 180 can be used for ventilating the a base space between the base bottom side 1122 and the base top side 1124, for example when the at least one fan 130 operates. Another purpose of the at least one hole 180 is to be used for the passage of cables that have to be connected to the mobile computer 900, for example electrical cable, communication cable and the like. This embodiment contributes to the ability of the mobile computer case 100 of the present subject matter to continuously accommodate the mobile computer 900, for storage and during operation, without needing to remove the mobile computer 900 from the mobile computer case 100.

[0089]

[0093] Fig. 2 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a side view of a user carrying a mobile computer case. Fig. 2 shows a user 500 carrying a mobile computer case 100 hanged on his shoulder with a strap 124. When carried, the mobile computer case 100 is in the closed state.

[0094] Fig. 3 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer case placed on a surface and started to be opened by a user. Fig. 3 shows the mobile computer case 100 is placed on a surface 700, when still in the closed state. The mobile computer case 100 is placed on the surface 700, when the cover 114 faces upwards. Also shown in Fig. 3 is the carrying handle 122 attached to the cover 114, in addition to the strap 124. In addition, fingers of a user are seen starting to remove the cover 114 from the base 112 that is hidden in Fig. 3.

[0090]

[0095] Fig. 4 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer case placed on a surface and being at a middle stage of opening by a user.

[0091]

[0096] Fig. 5 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer case placed on a surface and being at a final stage of opening by a user.

[0092]

[0097] As can be seen in Figs. 4 and 5, the cover 114 is locked with the base 112 with at least one locking element 126, for example two locking elements 126. Thus, according to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 comprises at least one locking element 126 configured to lock the cover 114 with the base 112, for example to prevent accidental opening of the mobile computer case 100, which may result in falling of the mobile computer 900 stored therein. Thus, according to this embodiment, in order to open the mobile computer case 100, the user 500 has to release the at least one locking element 126, as shown in Figs. 3-5. Additionally shown in Fig. 5 is the base 112 being exposed during the opening of the mobile computer case 100.

[0093]

[0098] Fig. 6 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer case in an open state. Fig. 6 shows the mobile computer case 100 after being completely opened, namely, after the cover 114 was completely opened and the base 112 was exposed. Fig. 6 shows additional embodiments of the mobile computer case 100: the base top side 1124 of the base 112, the at least one fan opening 1123 and the at least one fan 130 seen through the at least one fan opening 1123. The at least one hole 180 can also be seen in Fig. 6, as well as at least one fan electrical cable 1135 protruding out through the at least one hole 180. The fan electrical cable 1135 is attached to the at least one fan 130 and is configured to connect to a port of the mobile computer 900 in order to provide electrical power to the at least one fan 130 from the mobile computer 900. In addition, a storage compartment 160 is shown in Fig. 6. As described above, the storage compartment 160 is configured to reside in a niche 150 that is fully occupied by the storage compartment 160 in Fig. 6.

[0094]

[0099] Fig. 7 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer case during separation of a cover from a base. According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the cover 114 is configured to be separated from the base 112. This can be achieved, for example, by pulling the cover 114 away from the base 112, as shown in Fig. 7. Actually, Fig. 7 shows the cover 114 being partially separated from the base 112 during the process of separation of the cover 114 from the base 112.

[0095]

[0100] Fig. 8 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer case with a cover completely separated from a base. Fig. 8 shows an advanced stage of the separation of the cover 114 from the base 112, when the cover 114 is completely separated from the base 112.

[0096]

[0101] Fig. 9 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, an early stage of a process of placing a base of a mobile computer case in a separated cover.

[0097]

[0102] Fig. 10 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a final stage of a process of placing a base of a mobile computer case in a separated cover.

[0098]

[0103] Fig. 11 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a base of a mobile computer case placed in a separated cover.

[0099]

[0104] As mentioned above, after the cover 114 is separated from the base 112, the base 112 can be placed in the cover 114. Fig 9 shows an early stage of the process in which the base 112 is held above the separated cover 114. Fig. 10 shows a final stage of the process in the base 112 is finally placed in the separated cover 114. Fig. 11 shows the base 112 completely placed in the separated cover 114. At this stage, the mobile computer case 100 is ready to serve as a working station for a mobile computer 900.

[0100]

[0105] Fig. 12 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer being placed on a mobile computer case serving as a working station. After the base 112 is placed in the separated cover 114, a mobile computer 900 can be placed on the base 112. This embodiment shows the advantage of the mobile computer case 100 of the present subject matter, as configured to serve as a working station, not only for storage of mobile computers 900. As can be seen in Fig. 12, compared for example with Fig. 11, the mobile computer 900 can be placed on the part of the base 112 that is not occupied by the at least one storage compartment 160.

[0101]

[0106] Fig. 13 illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, connection of a fan electrical cable to a port of a mobile computer. After, or before, being placed on the base 112, the mobile computer 900 can be electrically connected to the at least one fan 130 by plugging the fan electrical cable 1135 to a port of the mobile computer 900, in order to provide electrical power from the mobile computer 900 to the at least one fan 130.

[0102]

[0107] Fig. 14 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer placed on a mobile computer case serving as a working station. After the at least one fan 130 is electrically connected to the mobile computer 900, and the mobile computer 900 is placed on the base 112, the mobile computer 900 can be used by the user 500.

[0103]

[0108] As shown in Fig. 12, the mobile computer 900 can be placed on the base 112 when the base 112 is placed in a separated cover 114. However, as shown in Fig. 14, the mobile computer 900 can be placed on the base 112 when the cover 114 is still connected to the base 112, but opened. Thus, also a mobile computer case 100 that is open can serve as a working station.

[0104]

[0109] Fig. 15 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, working on a mobile computer placed on a mobile computer case. As can be seen in Fig. 15, after the mobile computer 900 is placed on the base 112, it is possible to work on the computer.

[0105]

[0110] Fig. 16 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a storage compartment supporting hand palms of a user of a computer placed on a mobile computer case. Additionally, as shown in Figs. 15-16, according to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the at least one storage compartment 160 is configured to support hand palms of a user while working on the mobile computer 900. This is another advantageous feature of the mobile computer case 100 of the present subject matter.

[0106]

[0111] Fig. 17 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, opening of a storage compartment of a mobile computer case. According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the at least one storage compartment 160 is configured to be opened, for example in order to place object in the storage compartment 160, or remove object from the storage compartment 160. Opening of the storage compartment

[0107] 160 is shown in Fig. 17.

[0108]

[0112] Fig. 18 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer case with an open storage compartment with objects stored in the storage compartment. As can be seen in Fig. 18, the storage compartment 160 is configured to store objects 950 like computer accessories. The embodiment of the storage compartment 160 configured to be opened and closed allows placement of the objects 950 in the storage compartment 160 and removal of the objects 950 from the storage compartment 160.

[0109]

[0113] Fig. 19 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer case comprising a fastener.

[0110]

[0114] Fig. 20 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer fastened to a mobile computer case with a fastener.

[0111]

[0115] According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer case 100 further comprises a fastener 118 configured to fasten the mobile computer 900 when stored in the mobile computer case 100. According to another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the fastener 118 is attached to the base 112. According to another embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the fastener 118 is configured to be wrapped over the mobile computer 900 and fasten the mobile computer 900. These embodiments are advantageous because the strap 118 holds the mobile computer 900 in place when stored in the mobile computer case 100, thus providing additional protection to the mobile computer 900 when stored in the mobile computer case 100.

[0112]

[0116] Fig. 21 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a bottom view of a mobile computer case. Fig. 20 shows a bottom view of the base 112. Fig. 20 illustrates base bottom side 1122 and the at least one ventilation opening 32 described above.

[0113]

[0117] Fig. 22 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a top-back perspective view of a mobile computer case in an open state showing a niche. As mentioned above, the base 112 is a double base comprising an inner space. According to this embodiment, the base 112 comprises a base bottom side 1122 seen in Fig. 21, and a base top side 1124, shown in Fig. 22, defining a base space between the base bottom side 1122 and the base top side 1124.

[0114]

[0118] Fig. 23 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a top-back perspective view of a mobile computer case comprising at least one storage compartment. Fig. 23 shows the at least one storage compartment 160 configured to be placed in the niche 150. Any number of storage compartments 160 is under the scope of the present subject matter. For example, the mobile computer case 100 comprises two storage compartments 160 - a first storage compartment 160-1 and a second storage compartment 160-2, as shown in Fig. 23. Fig. 23 shows the storage compartments 160 separated from the niche 150, as if the storage compartments 160 are held above the niche 150.

[0115]

[0119] Fig. 24 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a top-back perspective view of a case for mobile computers and at least one storage compartment placed inside a niche. As can be seen in Fig. 24, all the storage compartments 160 - the first storage compartment 160-1 and the second storage compartment 160-2 are placed inside the niche 150. As a result, the niche 150 is entirely occupied by the at least one storage compartment 160.

[0116]

[0120] Fig. 25 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a top-back perspective view of a mobile computer case with a niche not fully occupied with storage compartments. In embodiments of the mobile computer case 100 comprising more than one storage compartment 160, there is a possibility not to fully occupy the niche 160 with the storage compartments 160. Such a situation is shown in Fig. 25. Out of two storage compartments 160, only the second storage compartment 160-2 occupies the niche 150. As a result, a part of the niche 150 is vacant and can be used for other purposes, for example for placing a smartphone 910 in the vacant part of the niche 150, as can be seen in Fig. 25.

[0117]

[0121] Fig. 26 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer stand in a spread state. According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the mobile computer stand 200 comprises a computer stand sheet 210 that is configured to be in a spread state, as shown in Fig. 26 and in a folded state, as shown hereinafter. In the spread state the computer stand sheet 210 does not occupy a large space.

[0122] Fig. 27 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer stand in a first orientation folded state. In the first orientation folded state the mobile computer stand is configured to support a mobile computer 900 in an angle.

[0118]

[0123] Fig. 28 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a mobile computer stand in a second orientation folded state and a mobile computer 900 placed on the folded mobile computer stand 200. The second orientation of the folded mobile computer stand 200 provides support to the mobile computer 900 in a different angle compared to the first orientation shown in Fig. 25.

[0119]

[0124] Fig. 29 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a smartphone stand in a spread state. According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the smartphone stand 300 comprises a smartphone stand sheet 310 that is configured to be in a spread state, as shown in Fig. 29 and in a folded state, as shown hereinafter. In the spread state the smartphone stand sheet 310 does not occupy a large space.

[0120]

[0125] Fig. 30 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a smartphone stand in a folded state and a smartphone placed on the folded smartphone stand. In the folded state the smartphone stand 300 is configured to support a smartphone 910 in an angle.

[0121]

[0126] Fig. 31 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a headphones stand in a spread state. According to one embodiment, which may be combined with each other embodiment described herein, the headphones stand 400 comprises a headphone stand sheet 410 that is configured to be in a spread state, as shown in Fig. 31 and in a folded state, as shown hereinafter. In the spread state the headphones stand sheet 410 does not occupy a large space.

[0122]

[0127] Fig. 32 schematically illustrates, according to an exemplary embodiment, a headphones stand in a folded state and headphones hanged on the folded headphones stand. In the folded state the headphones stand 400 is configured to support headphones 970, for example by hanging the headphones 970 on the folded headphones stand 400.

[0123]

[0128] It is appreciated that certain features of the subject matter, which are, for clarity, described in the context of separate embodiments, may also be provided in combination in a single embodiment. Conversely, various features of the subject matter, which are, for brevity, described in the context of a single embodiment, may also be provided separately or in any suitable sub combination.

[0129] Although the subject matter has been described in conjunction with specific embodiments thereof, it is evident that many alternatives, modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Accordingly, it is intended to embrace all such alternatives, modifications and variations that fall within the spirit and broad scope of the appended claims.

Claims

CLAIMS1. A mobile computer case comprising: a base for placing a mobile computer thereon; and a cover configured to cover the base and the mobile computer when placed on the base; wherein the mobile computer case is configured to be in a closed state and an open state, and in the open state the base is exposed for placement and usage of the mobile computer thereon.

2. The mobile computer case of claim 1, wherein the cover is configured to be separated from the base, and the base is configured to be placed in the separated cover.

3. The mobile computer case of claim 1 or 2, wherein the base is a double base comprising a base bottom side and a base top side, defining a base space between the base bottom side and the base top side.

4. The mobile computer case of claim 3, comprising a niche at the base.

5. The mobile computer case of claim 4, comprising at least one storage compartment configured to be placed in the niche.

6. The mobile computer case of any one of claims 1-5, wherein the at least one storage compartment is open at one side and is placed in the niche with the open side exposed.

7. The mobile computer case of any one of claims 3-6, comprising at least one fan placed in the base space, between the base bottom side and the base top side.

8. The mobile computer case of claim 7, wherein the base bottom side comprises at least one ventilation opening positioned under the at least one fan.

9. The mobile computer case of claim 7 or 8, wherein the base top side comprises at least one fan opening, and the at least one fan is placed under the fan opening.

10. The mobile computer case of claim 7, 8 or 9, wherein the at least one fan comprises a fan electrical cable configured to connect to an electrical port of the mobile computer.

11. The mobile computer case of any one of claims 1-10, wherein the base comprises at least one hole on a surface of the base.

12. The mobile computer case of any one of claims 1-11, comprising at least one locking element configured to lock the cover with the base.

13. The mobile computer case of any one of claims 1-12, comprising a fastener attached to the base and configured to be wrapped over the mobile computer.

14. The mobile computer case of any one of claims 1-13, wherein the cover comprises a strap for being hanged on a shoulder of a user.

15. A system for storing and supporting mobile computing devices and accessories, the system comprising at least two of: at least one mobile computer case; at least one mobile computer stand; at least one smartphone stand; and at least one headphones stand.

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