Secure Locking Mechanisms for Mobile Phone Cases

Locking device for electronic devices that allows secure disassembly without specialized tools. The device has a locking component between the device's housings that can move between locked and unlocked positions. A driving member moves the locking component. An identity recognition module connects to the driving member and identifies user identity. When an unauthorized user is detected, the module keeps the locking component locked. For authorized users, it unlocks the device. This prevents unauthorized disassembly while allowing authorized servicing without special tools.

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Locking mechanism for foldable electronic devices like folding phones that reduces friction and improves durability compared to existing mechanisms. The mechanism has a button, a locking member, and a linkage member. The locking member has a lock tongue that engages with the device housing. The linkage member connects the button to the locking member. The button moves the linkage member to slide the lock tongue between locked and unlocked positions. Elastic rods between the button and linkage provide force transmission without direct contact. This prevents friction between the button and locking member. The arc-shaped lock tongue contacts the housing smoothly. The button protrusions and housing grooves align. This reduces friction when folding/unfolding. The protrusions and grooves also align the button and housing for consistent assembly.

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Mounting a wireless cellphone charger to a cellphone case for charging a cellphone when secured. A cellphone case has a bore, recess, and retention ring. The charger mount has a protrusion, wireless charger, and metal plate. The charger mounts onto the cellphone case by aligning and magnetically coupling the protrusion and metal plate.

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Protective case for portable electronic devices like smartphones with a built-in stand that supports the device at an angle. The stand has an inner and outer section connected by hinges to the case back. The inner stand slides along tracks in the outer stand. A locking feature on the outer stand holds the inner stand open. Applying pressure flexes a portion of the outer stand to release the lock and close the stand.

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A tension-spring-assisted protective cover for foldable electronic devices like smartphones that prevents unintended opening or closing. The cover has a front and back shell connected by tension springs. The springs keep the cover in fully open or fully closed positions and also allow opening. The shells have holding posts that engage the springs.

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An electronic device housing with an automatic locking mechanism that eliminates the need for manual latching. The locking module has a base, a latch, and an action member. The latch moves between positions and has a groove. The action member also moves between positions and has a fixing part. In the unlocked state, the latch is in one position, the action member is in another position, the latch is in the groove, and the fixing part is separate. In the locked state, the latch moves, the action member moves, and the fixing part detaches from the groove. This automatic locking is triggered by the device body pushing the action member when closed.

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This is a mobile device case with a camera lens cover that automatically opens and closes when the phone is unlocked and locked. When the phone is locked, the cover is closed. When the phone is unlocked, the cover automatically opens.

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Structure for locking a mobile phone by friction to provide an easy way to securely lock and unlock a phone without needing a padlock hole. It uses a fingerprint scanner, motor, lock plate, and friction surfaces. The fingerprint board unlocks the motor to rotate the lock plate. The friction surfaces have slopes, rollers, and plates that engage to prevent phone removal. It allows locking phones on bikes, bags, etc. without holes.

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Foldable case with tension springs to assist opening and closing of foldable portable electronic devices like phones. The case has two shells connected by one or more tension springs. The tension springs attach to posts on the shells and provide a force to keep the case in the fully open or fully closed positions when intended, and to prevent unintended opening or closing of the device.

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Sterilizable enclosures for portable electronic devices like tablets and phones are used in medical environments to secure devices and prevent contaminants' ingress and egress. The enclosure has a frame, a base, a transparent panel that abuts the device touchscreen, a seal to prevent contaminants from entering, and a lock. The frame pivots open for device insertion/removal, then closes and locks to seal the device. The transparent panel allows touch input. The seal prevents contaminants from entering. The enclosure can be sterilized without damaging the device.

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A secure mobile phone and wallet combination that protects sensitive information. The device has a phone section and a wallet section that can be locked together. The phone controls the lock and can be remotely activated to secure the wallet. This prevents unauthorized access to documents, cards, and cash stored in the wallet if it is lost or stolen.

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A carrying case for a cellphone and cards with a panel for the cellphone and a hinged panel with card pockets. The case closes with a flap and lock.

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This is a sterilizable enclosure for portable electronic devices in sterile environments like hospitals. It has a frame, base, transparent panel, and seal to prevent contaminants from reaching the enclosed device. The enclosure also has a lock to secure it and keep it closed. When locked, the transparent panel abuts the touchscreen. The seal prevents contaminants from ingressing/egressing. The enclosure can be sterilized after use.

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Mobile device case with changeable design inserts. The case has an outer rim and a back cover that is attached to the mobile device. They form a slot between them where design inserts can be inserted and locked in place. The inserts have graphics that can be easily swapped to change the case design without replacing the entire case.

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Mobile phone case with changeable design inserts to allow users to easily and affordably change the look of their phone case without buying a new case. The case has a removable back cover with a slot to insert and lock in a decorative insert. The back cover has openings that align with openings in the insert to allow access to buttons and ports.

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Securing and protecting portable electronic devices like tablets and phones in sterile environments like hospitals. A sterilizable enclosure with a window, lock, seal, and transparent touchscreen panel is provided. The device is placed inside, the enclosure is closed and locked, preventing contaminants from entering and exiting. The seal between the base and frame forms a barrier. The touchscreen panel enables touch interaction while being sterilized, and the enclosure is designed to be cleaned and disinfected without damaging the enclosed device.

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Sterilizable enclosure for portable electronic devices to enable their safe use in sterile environments like hospitals without risk of contamination between patients. The enclosure prevents ingress/egress of contaminants while allowing touchscreen use. It has a frame, base, lock, seal and transparent panel that abuts the device touchscreen. The device is placed inside, sealed and locked. The enclosure can then be sterilized.

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Compact, discreet and inexpensive anti-theft device for electronic equipment like smartphones and tablets that provides physical prevention of theft without adding bulk or cables. The device has a foldable clamp that securely attaches to the device housing when closed. It uses a locking mechanism where the clamp engages the device's existing ports to prevent sliding. Unlocking is done via remote control. The device can be integrated into the equipment or used as an accessory. The foldable clamp allows compact storage when not in use. The remote unlocking provides convenience compared to manual unlocking.

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Locking mechanism for mobile phone card slots to prevent unauthorized removal of SIM cards. The mechanism uses a lever, springs, and a sensor. When a card is inserted, a telescoping plate extends into the slot and separates the lever from a first spring. The lever then pushes out the baffle, compressing a second spring. A sensor at the bottom detects the card and sends a signal to a controller. The controller extends the telescoping plate again, locking the lever and baffle in place. This prevents card removal without the correct PIN or fingerprint. The lever and baffle are connected by springs to allow card insertion/removal.

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Protective case for mobile devices with a retractable and lockable cover over the home button. This cover limits access to the home button to prevent accidental presses or unauthorized use. The cover can be locked closed, and unlocking it requires simultaneous coordinated actions.

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