Mobile device holder with activation interface, recording system, and methods for the use and assembly thereof
AssigneeZAGG Inc
InventorsMargaret Duffy Myers, Joshua Keith Peterson
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Abstract
A holder for holding and controlling a mobile device capable of capturing an image includes a housing having an activation interface and a connector configured to transmit data and/or power to the mobile device from the holder. A recording system for actuating the camera on the mobile device includes the holder and the mobile device, with the camera of the mobile device facing but not being obscured by the base portion. Methods of using and assembling the system are also provided.
Claims22
A holder for holding and controlling a mobile device capable of capturing an image, the holder comprising:
- a housing comprising:
- a base portion having an activation interface, wherein the base portion is configured to be positioned adjacent a rear surface of the mobile device;
- at least one engaging feature extending from the base portion, wherein the engagement feature is configured to engage at least one of a side, bottom or top of the mobile device;
- and
- a connector configured to transmit data and/or power to the mobile device from the holder.
A method of recording a user interaction comprising:
- positioning a mobile device comprising a camera on a holder, wherein the holder and mobile device are in communication;
- attaching the holder and mobile device camera to the user;
- actuating an activation interface on the holder;
- and
- sending a signal from the holder to the mobile device to turn on the camera.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.