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WO2017132598A1
WO2017132598A1 PCT/US2017/015482 US2017015482W WO2017132598A1 WO 2017132598 A1 WO2017132598 A1 WO 2017132598A1 US 2017015482 W US2017015482 W US 2017015482W WO 2017132598 A1 WO2017132598 A1 WO 2017132598A1
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Carrie BASHAM
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    • A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
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  • the present invention relates generally to a system for customizing a device case or bag.
  • device cases include cases for laptops, tablets, and cell phones.
  • bags include, handbags, purses, briefcases, portfolio, backpacks, satchels, totes, camera, messenger, duffel, athletic, waist/fanny pack, and travel. More specifically the present disclosure relates to customizable features for the device cases and bags such as removable handles and removable multifunctional pieces.
  • the multifunctional piece may be a mouse pad, card holder, zippered bag, purse/clutch, organizer, or solar panel.
  • the present invention advantageously fills the aforementioned deficiencies by providing a customizable, multi-functional case or bag system which allows the user to customize the case or bag in order to function as either a handle-held case or bag or as a carrying sleeve, attache, or portfolio.
  • the user may customize the case or bag through the use of a removable multifunctional piece.
  • the removable multifunctional piece is attached to the outside of the case or bag using an
  • attachable/detachable system such as snaps, magnetic snaps, buttons, buckles, clips, ties, magnets, zippers, hook and loop fasteners (e.g. Velcro® fastener), touch fasteners, suction cups, buckles with magnetic snaps, swing locks, turn locks, cinch plate, tuck lock, hooks, clasp hook, spring snap hooks, spring snap, fireman hook, trigger snap, swivel snaps, squeeze clasp, etc.
  • the removable multifunctional piece is attached to the inside of the case or bag using an attachable/detachable snaps, magnetic snaps, buttons, buckles, clips, ties, magnets, zippers, hook and loop fasteners (e.g.
  • the removable multifunctional piece may serve the dual purpose of an interchangeable, detachable fashion element as well as a functional element.
  • Non-limiting fashion elements include customized print, a partem, a texture, a design, a logo, a trademark, an advertisement, a lifestyle expression, a religious expression, a political expression, and a philosophical expression.
  • the design may be made using various techniques such as beads, stitching/embroidery, rhinestones, embossing, tooling, carving, and the like.
  • the logos or trademarks may be for schools, companies, military branch, religious groups, political groups, government agencies, organizational groups, charities, or sports teams.
  • Non-limiting functional elements include a mouse pad, a closeable pouch, an organizer, a cell phone case, a camera bag, an e-reader case, a tablet case, a wallet, a purse/clutch, a card holder, a gun holder, refrigerator magnet, paperweight, or a solar charging station.
  • the core components of the invention include the case or bag may be made from various materials with a main compartment of the case or bag and a zipper or latch fastener; one or more outside pockets; the interchangeable removable multifunctional piece, made from various materials, attached to the front side of the case or bag; and removable handles made from matching or contrasting material attaching/detaching to the case or bag.
  • the general configuration of the system is as follows: case or bag with removable handles fastened for hand holding similar to the way a briefcase is held or, detached, making the case or bag a sleeve, attache, or portfolio and held in the arm or under the arm like a book.
  • the interchangeable removable multifunctional piece is fastened for a fashion accessory, advertising, lifestyle expression or statement accessory and detached may be utilized as a mouse pad, a closeable pouch, an organizer, a cell phone case, a camera bag, an e-reader case, a tablet case, a wallet, a purse/clutch, a card holder, a gun holder, refrigerator magnet, paperweight, or a solar charging station if desired, to both the case and bag.
  • the invention is a system which provides interchangeability of function and design in a single product through customization by the user.
  • the present invention is a customizable, multi-functional case or bag system which may be made from various materials.
  • Non-limiting materials include fabric, leather, canvas, metal, plastic, waterproof parachute, nylon, denim, corduroy, or flame retardant fabrics among other materials.
  • the removable components of the case are connected by way of using an attachable/detachable system such as snaps, magnetic snaps, buttons, buckles, clips, ties, magnets, zippers, hook and loop fasteners (e.g. Velcro® fastener), touch fasteners, suction cups, buckles with magnetic snaps, swing locks, turn locks, cinch plate, tuck lock, hooks, clasp hook, spring snap hooks, spring snap, fireman hook, trigger snap, swivel snaps, squeeze clasp, or other attachment method capable of securing one side to the case and releasing the interchangeable removable multifunctional piece or removable handles. All of which facilitate the functional, customizable and interchangeable system of the invention.
  • an attachable/detachable system such as snaps, magnetic snaps, buttons, buckles, clips, ties, magnets, zippers, hook and loop fasteners (e.g. Velcro® fastener), touch fasteners, suction cups, buckles with magnetic snaps, swing locks, turn locks, cinch plate,
  • the interchangeable removable multifunctional piece may also be fastened by an attachment method which may be visible or hidden; materials for the removable multifunctional piece may include: genuine or synthetic leather, canvas, waterproof parachute, nylon, denim, corduroy, metal, plastic or flame retardant fabrics, among other materials. All materials used can be customized in a manner such as: embroidery, beadwork, printing, stamping, embossing, or other embellishment such as conchos, nailheads, studs, and rhinestones.
  • Leather material may include snake, alligator, shark, ostrich, crocodile, lizard or other exotic leather as well as domestic leather such as cow, lamb and goat among others.
  • the leathers can be metallic, embossed, or printed and be customized in a manner such as embroidery, acid-washing and various embellishments such as conchos, nailheads, beadwork, stitching, studs and rhinestones. Additionally, the interchangeable removable multifunctional piece may be further customized in different shapes, sizes, and portraiture to completely change the look of the case or bag. The interchangeable removable multifunctional piece may also be applied to many items such as: clothing, firearm cases, backpacks, travel gear, book covers, caps/hats, mobile device cases among other items.
  • the removable handles, itself, may be an option converting the customizable case from an electronic device carrying case into a customizable electronic device sleeve, only.
  • any type of case, handbag, traveling bag or case, among many other items can be designed to receive a customized removable piece; removable multifunctional piece; or removable handle.
  • Optional pockets may be added to the inside or outside of the case or bag.
  • An optional detachable shoulder strap attaches to a D-ring Tab attached to the front and back inner panels of the case or bag in addition to the handle.
  • the present invention is unique when compared with other known laptop and tablet cases because the present invention provides a system of interchangeable customization permitting the user to configure, design, and re-design the interchangeable removable multifunctional piece exactly as the user desires. Continuous interchangeability of the removable multifunctional piece allows the product to take on a whole new look creating an entirely new design at minimal cost.
  • the present invention is further unique because of the interchangeable removable multifunctional piece and the removable handles.
  • An additional embodiment may be a
  • the removable multifunctional piece and removable handles provide the versatility of interchangeability and functionality which allows the user to customize their case and bag to their liking and use the removable multifunctional piece, detached, as a mouse pad, a closeable pouch, an organizer, a cell phone case, a camera bag, an e-reader case, a tablet case, a wallet, a purse/clutch, a card holder, a gun holder, refrigerator magnet, paperweight, or a solar charging station if desired.
  • the snap on/snap off function of the removable handles the user can convert a carrying case to a sleeve and back again.
  • the customization system makes two products in one. Further the interchangeable removable multifunctional pieces and removable handles transform the original case or bag into a new functional and creatively expressive product each time a change is made. Any type of bag, case, backpack, handbag, or other items previously disclosed can be designed to receive a customized removable piece like a removable multifunctional piece or removable handle.
  • an object of the present invention is to provide an economical way for continuous customization of one product to meet various needs of the user.
  • FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a handbag.
  • FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a handbag.
  • FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a handbag.
  • FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a handbag.
  • FIG. 5 is a front view of a non-limiting embodiment of a tablet case.
  • FIG. 6 is a back view of a non-limiting embodiment of a tablet case.
  • FIG. 7 is a front view of a non-limiting embodiment of a tablet case.
  • FIG. 8 is a back view of a non-limiting embodiment of a tablet case.
  • FIG 9 is a perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a tablet case.
  • FIG 10 is a perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a tablet case.
  • FIG 11 is a perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a tablet case.
  • FIG 12 is a perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a briefcase.
  • FIG 13 is a perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a briefcase.
  • FIG 14 is a perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a briefcase.
  • FIG 15 is a perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a briefcase.
  • FIG 16 is a perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a briefcase.
  • FIG. 17 is a perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a laptop case.
  • FIG. 18 is a perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a laptop case.
  • FIG. 19 is a perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a laptop case.
  • FIG. 20 is a perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a laptop case.
  • FIG. 21 is a front perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a cell phone case.
  • FIG. 22 is a back perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a cell phone case.
  • FIG. 23 is a front perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a cell phone case.
  • FIG. 24 is a front perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a card holder.
  • FIG. 25 is a front perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a cell phone case.
  • FIG. 26 is a back perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a cell phone case.
  • FIG. 27 is a front perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a cell phone case.
  • FIG. 28 is a front perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a card holder.
  • FIG. 29 is a front perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a zipper closed bag.
  • FIG. 30 is a front perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a card holder.
  • FIG. 31 is a front perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a purse/clutch.
  • FIG. 32 is a front view of a non-limiting embodiment of a hook and loop closed bag.
  • FIG. 33 is a front perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a charging station.
  • FIG. 34 is a front perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a device case
  • FIG. 35 is a front perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a device case.
  • FIG. 36 is a back perspective view of a non-limiting embodiment of a device case.
  • the present invention is directed to customizable case and bag systems.
  • the cases are for electronic devices.
  • the invention allows the user to customize the case in order to function as either a handle-held case or a carrying sleeve.
  • the user may customize the case or bag through the use of an interchangeable removable multifunctional piece.
  • cases and bags include backpacks, handbags, purses, briefcases, travel bags, shoulder bags, totes, duffel bags, waist bags, messenger bags, camera cases, firearm cases, satchels, laptop cases, tablet cases, e-reader cases, cell phone cases, and the like.
  • the removable multifunctional piece may serve the dual purpose of a fashion statement or element as well as a utilitarian or functional element.
  • the removable multifunctional piece may have a customized print, a partem, a texture, a design, a logo, a trademark, an advertisement, a lifestyle expression, a religious expression, a political expression, or a philosophical expression.
  • Designs may be made using a number of different techniques such as stitch work, tooling, carving, embroidery, embossing, stamping, beadwork, or rhinestones.
  • logos and trademarks may be for schools, companies, military branch, religious groups, political groups, government agencies, organizational groups, charities, or sports teams.
  • the removable multifunctional piece may be a mouse pad, a closeable pouch, an organizer, a cell phone case, a camera bag, an e-reader case, a tablet case, a wallet, a purse/clutch, a card holder, a gun holder, refrigerator magnet, paperweight, or a solar charging station.
  • the core components of the invention include the case or bag made from various materials with a main compartment for storing items such as electronic devices and a fastener to secure the main compartment; optional outside pocket on either side or both sides; the matching or contrasting removable multifunctional piece, made from various materials attached to the front side of the case or bag; and the removable handles made from matching or contrasting material and attaching to the case using various attachment mechanisms.
  • the general configuration is the case with the removable handles fastened for hand holding similar to the way a briefcase is held, or detached, making the case a sleeve and held in the arm like a book.
  • the interchangeable removable multifunctional piece is fastened to the case or bag for a fashion, advertising, or other lifestyle expression or statement and also functions as a mouse pad, a closeable pouch, an organizer, a cell phone holder, an e-reader holder, a tablet holder, a wallet, a purse/clutch, a card holder, a gun holder, refrigerator magnet, paperweight, or a solar charging station.
  • the invention allows for interchangeability of function (e.g. carrying case to sleeve) and design (e.g. changing the removable
  • FIG. 1 through FIG. 4 illustrate a handbag
  • FIG. 5 though FIG. 11 illustrate a tablet case embodiment
  • FIG. 12 through FIG. 16 illustrate a briefcase embodiment
  • FIG. 17 through FIG. 20 illustrate a laptop case embodiment
  • FIG. 21 through FIG. 28 illustrate cell phone case embodiments
  • FIG. 29 through FIG. 34 illustrate various removable multifunctional piece embodiments
  • FIG. 35 and FIG. 36 illustrate another laptop case embodiment.
  • the removable multifunctional piece 12 is attached via hook and loop fastener to the front of the Handbag 16 with the hook side of the hook and loop fastener fixed on the Handbag 22 and the loop side of the hook and loop fastener fixed on the Removable Piece 20.
  • the hook side of the hook and loop fastener 22 may be centered or off-centered on the handbag.
  • the back of handbag 18 completes the handbag perspective 10.
  • the handbag 10 main compartment is secured by a zip fastener 14.
  • the handbag has removable handles. Changing handles allows the user to alter the look of the handbag.
  • the handbag has "feet" to keep the bottom of the bag off the ground.
  • the removable multifunctional piece 24 is attached via hook and loop fastener to the front of the tablet case 26 with the hook side of the hook and loop fastener fixed on the tablet case 36 and the loop side of the hook and loop fastener fixed on the removable multifunctional piece 38.
  • the hook side of the hook and loop fastener 36 may be centered or off-centered on the tablet case 21.
  • the removable handles 32 are centered on the front side of the tablet case 21 and in the identical place on the back of the tablet case 30. In one embodiment, the removable handles 32 use snap fasteners 40 to attach the removable handle to the front of the tablet case 26 and the back of the tablet case 30.
  • the tablet case 21 main compartment is secured with a zip fastener 28 and has an optional pocket 34 on the back of the tablet case 30. In one embodiment, the tablet case has "feet" to keep the bottom of the bag off the ground.
  • the briefcase 42 has at least one surface made out of a magnetic material.
  • the removable multifunctional piece is anchored magnetically 46.
  • the removable multifunctional piece 46 is attached to the front of the briefcase 44, either centered or off center.
  • FIG. 12, FIG. 13, FIG. 15 and FIG. 16 the removable multifunctional piece is shown as an optional circular shape. Magnets or magnetic material or component is fixed on the back side of the removable multifunctional piece 50.
  • the front of the briefcase 44 is attached to the back 48 with hinges 54 on one end of the briefcase.
  • Latch fasteners 52 secure the other end and may have optional lock combinations included with the latch fasteners 52.
  • the briefcase has "feet" to keep the bottom of the case off the ground.
  • the removable multifunctional piece 64 is attached via hook and loop fastener to the front outer panel 60 of the laptop case with the hook side of the hook and loop fastener 70 fixed to the laptop case and the loop side of the hook and loop fastener 72 fixed to the removable multifunctional piece 64.
  • the hook side of the hook and loop fastener 70 may be centered or off-center on the front outer panel 60 of the laptop case. In one embodiment, more than one removable multifunctional piece 64 may be attached to the front outer panel 60 of the laptop case.
  • An optional detachable shoulder strap 68 attaches to the front inner panel 82 by means of a front D-ring tab 78 and to the back inner panel 76 by means of a back D-ring tab 80.
  • the laptop case main compartment is secured with a zip fastener 66.
  • the laptop case has removable handles.
  • the laptop case has "feet" to keep the bottom of the bag off the ground.
  • FIG. 21 to FIG. 28 show two different cell phone case 84 embodiments.
  • the first embodiment is 84A (FIG. 21 and FIG. 23), which has a flap 85 closure.
  • the second embodiment is 84B (FIG. 25 and FIG. 27), which has a strip 86 closure.
  • the flap 85 or strip 86 may be held closed using snaps, hook and loop fastener, magnets, buckles, ties, and the like.
  • the flap 85 and strip 86 are held closed using a snap 94.
  • the snap is magnetized.
  • FIG. 27 also shows a cell phone 105 partially inserted into the cell phone case 84B.
  • the removable multifunctional piece 87 may be attached to either the flap closure 85, as shown in FIG. 21, or the front 88 of the cell phone case as shown in FIG. 25.
  • the removable multifunctional piece may be attached to the back of the cell phone case or two removable multifunctional pieces may be attached to one cell phone case.
  • the removable multifunctional piece may be attached to the cell phone case using a variety of different fasteners as snaps, magnetic snaps, buttons, buckles, clips, ties, magnets, zippers, hook and loop fasteners (e.g.
  • Velcro® fastener touch fasteners, suction cups, buckles with magnetic snaps, swing locks, turn locks, cinch plate, tuck lock, hooks, clasp hook, spring snap hooks, spring snap, fireman hook, trigger snap, swivel snaps, squeeze clasp, and the like.
  • the removable multifunctional piece is attached using a hook and loop fastener, with one side (e.g. hook side) of the fastener 89 attached to the cell phone case and the other side (e.g. loop side) of the fastener 90 attached to the removable multifunctional piece (outlined to indicate it is on the non-visible side).
  • the back of cell phone case 84A and 84B have a clip 91 attached thereto.
  • the clip may be used to attach the cell phone case to a purse, bag, pocket, belt, or the like.
  • the clip may be replaced with a belt loop, hook, buckle, or the like.
  • clip may be replaced with a fastening device, thus turning the cell phone holder 84 into a removable multifunctional piece.
  • the removable multifunctional piece is a card holder shown with cards 92 partially inserted therein.
  • the cards may be a driver's license, credit card, gym membership, or the like.
  • FIG. 29 to FIG. 33 show various non-limiting embodiments of the removable multifunctional piece.
  • the removable multifunctional piece may be a mouse pad, a closeable pouch, an organizer, a cell phone case, a camera bag, an e-reader case, a tablet case, a wallet, a purse/clutch, a card holder, a gun holder, refrigerator magnet, paperweight, or a solar charging station.
  • FIG. 29 to FIG. 33 show various non-limiting embodiments of the removable multifunctional piece.
  • the removable multifunctional piece may be a mouse pad, a closeable pouch, an organizer, a cell phone case, a camera bag, an e-reader case, a tablet case, a wallet, a purse/clutch, a card holder, a gun holder, refrigerator magnet, paperweight, or a solar charging station.
  • FIG. 29 shows a closable pouch 95 with a zip fastener 96 type of closure.
  • FIG. 32 shows a closable pouch 95 with a hook and loop fastener 97 (outlined to indicate it is non-visible from the exterior) type of closure.
  • the interior of pouch 95 has one compartment.
  • the interior of pouch 95 has multiple compartments.
  • the interior of pouch 95 has an organizer.
  • the interior of pouch 95 has various holders to organize writing instruments, cell phone, change, cards, and the like.
  • FIG. 30 shows card holder 87 with cards 92 partially inserted therein.
  • FIG. 31 shows a purse/clutch 98.
  • FIG. 33 shows a solar charging station with solar panels 100, battery pack 101, and connector 102.
  • Connector 102 may be any number of connectors that are capable of connecting to an electronic device.
  • FIG. 34 shows a solar charging station 99 removeably attached to a tablet case 21.
  • At least one side of the removable multifunctional piece may also include a customized print, a pattern, a texture, a design, a logo, a trademark, an advertisement, a lifestyle expression, a religious expression, a political expression, or a philosophical expression. Designs may be made using a number of different techniques such as beads, stitching/embroidery, rhinestones, embossing, tooling, carving, and the like. Logos and trademarks may be for logos or trademarks may be for schools, companies, military branch, religious groups, political groups, government agencies, organizational groups, charities, or sports teams.
  • FIG. 30 and FIG 32 also show designs 106Aand 106B, respectively.
  • FIG. 35 and FIG. 36 show another embodiment of a lap top case 58.
  • the removable handles attach using a clip 103 and ring 104 system.
  • the ring 104 may be various shapes such as circular, square, rectangular, triangular, D-shaped, polygonal, and the like.
  • two removable multifunctional pieces are attached to the case on opposite sides.
  • the removable multifunctional piece On the first side of the case, shown in FIG. 35, the removable multifunctional piece is a zip fastener pouch 95.
  • the removable multifunctional piece is a solar charging station 99.
  • the laptop case has "feet" to keep the bottom of the bag off the ground.
  • the removable multifunctional piece has both a visual and utilitarian functions.
  • Non-limiting visual functions include a fashion accessory, an advertisement, a lifestyle expression, a philosophical statement, a religious statement, a political statement, words of encouragement, or a favorite photo.
  • Non-limiting utilitarian functions include a mouse pad, a closeable pouch, an organizer, a cell phone case, a camera bag, an e-reader case, a tablet case, a wallet, a purse/clutch, a card holder, a gun holder, refrigerator magnet, paperweight, or a solar charging station.
  • FIG. 29 shows an example of a zippered pouch.
  • FIG. 31 shows an example of a small purse/clutch.
  • FIG. 30 shows an example of a card holder.
  • FIG. 32 shows an example of a pouch with a hook and loop fastener.
  • FIG. 33 shows an example of a solar charging station.
  • the shape of the removable multifunctional piece may be any shape.
  • the size of the removable multifunctional piece varies depending on the case or bag on which it will be attached. In some embodiments, more than one removable multifunctional piece may be attached to one case or bag. For example, a laptop case could have an organizer and a solar charging station attached thereto.
  • the present invention is made up of the following components: material for the case or bag; removable multifunctional piece; and optionally removable handles.
  • material for the case or bag may be made of a variety of fabric, leather, canvas, metal, plastic, waterproof parachute, nylon, denim, corduroy, or flame retardant fabrics among other materials.
  • the interchangeable removable multifunctional piece may be in different sizes, shapes and portraiture.
  • a variety of different fasteners such as snaps, magnetic snaps, buttons, buckles, clips, ties, magnets, zippers, hook and loop fasteners (e.g.
  • Velcro® fastener touch fasteners, suction cups, buckles with magnetic snaps, swing locks, turn locks, cinch plate, tuck lock, hooks, clasp hook, spring snap hooks, spring snap, fireman hook, trigger snap, swivel snaps, squeeze clasp,, and the like may be used to secure the removable pieces.
  • a zip fastener secures the main compartment.
  • a fold over flap or strip may be used to secure the main compartment.
  • the flap or strip may be secured using a variety of different fasteners such as hook and loop, interface, magnets, buckles, snap buckles, ties, clips, snaps, buttons, suction cups, and the like.
  • the fastener is sized to the measurement of the removable multifunctional piece, with one half of the fastening mechanism attached to the case or bag and the other half attached to the removable multifunctional piece.
  • the hook and loop fastener is cut to the measurement of the removable multifunctional piece, with the hook side fixed to the case or bag either centered or off-center and the loop side fixed to the removable multifunctional piece with the edges turned. Both the hook and loop fastener pieces are fixed by stitching or other attachment method (e.g. gluing, cementing, bonding, etc.).
  • the removable handles are centered on the front side of the case or bag and in the identical place on the back side. In one embodiment, the removable handles have snap fasteners attached to each end.
  • the removable handles have fireman hooks or clips attached to each end.
  • the clips may be carabiner, snap clips, and the like.
  • the removable handles have buckles attached to each end.
  • the removable handles have a tack button.
  • the customized interchangeable removable multifunctional piece will have finished stitching around the edges with the loop side of the hook and loop fastener exposed.
  • the case or bag will have the hook side of the hook and loop fastener exposed on the front side, centered or off center, so when the removable multifunctional piece is attached, it is centered or off center.
  • the case or bag and interchangeable removable multifunctional pieces correspond in size by measurements for a laptop, tablet, cell phone or other electronic device. It should be noted the size correspondence of the case or bag to the removable multifunctional piece enables the removable multifunctional piece to be interchangeable with other customized removable multifunctional pieces. It should be further noted, a hook and loop fastener exception is fixing the hook and loop fastener with cement, adhesive or some other method to a material such as metal or plastic where stitching is not practical on the case, bag, or removable multifunctional piece.
  • Reference numbers 12, 24, 46, and 64 provide an illustration of a Removable Piece in variations - different size, shapes and portraiture.
  • the attachment method for the interchangeable removable multifunctional piece to a case or bag may vary by using snaps, magnetic snaps, buttons, buckles, clips, ties, magnets, zippers, hook and loop fasteners (e.g. Velcro® fastener), touch fasteners, suction cups, buckles with magnetic snaps, swing locks, turn locks, cinch plate, tuck lock, hooks, clasp hook, spring snap hooks, spring snap, fireman hook, trigger snap, swivel snaps, squeeze clasp, or other attachment method capable of securing the interchangeable removable multifunctional piece to the case or bag.
  • Velcro® fastener e.g. Velcro® fastener
  • the attachment method will differ for a case or bag made out of metal, reference number 46 in FIG. 12, 13, 15 and 16, specifically.
  • the removable multifunctional piece may be attached to the case or bag using magnets, magnetic material, or other attachment method. If the case or bag is a non-magnetic material such as plastic, leather, fabric, non-magnetic metal, among others, and the Removable Piece is magnetic it will attach to a magnetic receptive piece fixed on the case or bag.
  • the present invention may be applied, constructed, and utilized in many different arenas, for example, as an accessory or carrying case for mobile devices, hand held firearms, musical instruments, book covers, or calculators.
  • the size and shape of the removable multifunctional piece can vary to make it applicable to many different types of devices. Any type of bag, case, camera case, firearm case, or backpack can be designed to receive a customized removable piece; removable multifunctional piece; or removable handle. Given the creative expression ability through the customization feature of the removable multifunctional piece or removable handles there are unlimited design possibilities. Likewise, the use of various construction materials for the case or bag and removable pieces make the invention ideal for various environments and situations.
  • a group of items linked with the conjunction "and” should not be read as requiring that each and every one of those items be present in the grouping, but rather should be read as “and/or” unless expressly stated otherwise.
  • a group of items linked with the conjunction "or” should not be read as requiring mutual exclusivity among that group, but rather should also be read as “and/or” unless expressly stated otherwise.
  • items, elements or components of the invention may be described or claimed in the singular, the plural is contemplated to be within the scope thereof unless limitation to the singular is explicitly stated.
  • module does not imply that the components or functionality described or claimed as part of the module are all configured in a common package. Indeed, any or all of the various components of a module, whether control logic or other components, can be combined in a single package or separately maintained and can further be distributed across multiple locations.

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La présente invention concerne de manière générale un système de personnalisation d'un étui ou d'un sac de dispositif. Des exemples non limitatifs d'étuis de dispositif comprennent des étuis destinés à des ordinateurs portables, des tablettes et des téléphones portables. Des exemples non limitatifs de sacs comprennent des sacs à main, des porte-documents, des portefeuilles, des sacs à dos, des sacoches, des cabas, des sacs pour caméra, des sacs de messager, des polochons, des sacs de sport, des sacs pour arme à feu, des sacs de taille/sacs bananes et des sacs de voyage. Plus précisément, la présente invention concerne des éléments personnalisables destinés aux étuis et aux sacs de dispositif tels que des poignées amovibles et des pièces multifonctionnelles amovibles. Dans certains modes de réalisation, la pièce multifonctionnelle peut être un tapis de souris, un sachet refermable, un agenda, un support de téléphone portable, un support de lecteur électronique, un support de tablette, un portefeuille, un sac à main, une pochette, un porte-cartes, un étui pour arme à feu, un étui pour caméra et une station de charge solaire.
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