Mobile device ports—including USB-C, audio jacks, and speaker grilles—present natural ingress points for dust and liquids. Current testing shows that even IP68-rated devices can experience port contamination leading to charging failures and audio degradation, with dust particles as small as 50 microns causing connection issues.

The fundamental challenge lies in maintaining port accessibility for daily use while ensuring reliable protection against environmental contaminants.

This page brings together solutions from recent research—including movable check valves with bellows systems, semi-permeable audio membranes, compression gasket designs, and interlocking seal mechanisms. These and other approaches focus on practical implementations that balance protection with usability in real-world conditions.

1. Mobile Phone Case with Integrated Tray and Elastic Alignment Mechanism for Waterproof Protection

LAN WENHAO, 2024

Waterproof protective case for mobile phones that allows using the phone in harsh environments like rain without damaging it. The case has a bottom shell connected to a face shell covering the phone screen. The bottom shell has a tray for holding the phone and an elastic piece below it to squeeze the phone front and align it with a transparent lens in the front window. This allows using the phone screen through the lens when submerged or exposed to water. The face shell can lock onto the bottom shell.

2. Waterproof Mobile Phone Case with Sliding Inner Bracket and Sealing Door Cover Mechanism

SHENZHEN XUNTENG TECH CO LTD, SHENZHEN XUNTENG TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2024

A waterproof case for protecting mobile phones from water damage. The case has a sliding inner bracket, a door cover with an opening and closing mechanism, and a waterproof component inside the door cover. The sliding inner bracket allows assembly without fully disassembling the case. The door cover seals the phone's ports when closed and opens to access them. The waterproof component inside prevents water ingress when the door is closed. The case has windows for viewing the phone screen and buttons.

3. Mobile Phone Case with L-Shaped Cover Plate and Sealing Ring for Enhanced Screen Protector Sealing

DONGGUAN YOUPENGDA TECH CO LTD, DONGGUAN YOUPENGDA TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2024

Waterproof mobile phone case with improved sealing around the screen protector and cover plate for better water resistance. The case has a frame, a screen protector in the frame, and a cover plate that attaches to the frame. The cover plate has an L-shaped body with one side extending into a groove in the frame. The groove is open on the side facing the frame and has a sealing ring that limits the L-shaped frame in place. This provides a better seal around the screen protector and cover plate for improved waterproofing compared to traditional cases.

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4. Modular Waterproof Mobile Phone Case with Snap-On Front and Back Covers and Replaceable Rear Panel

DONGGUAN YUHENG SPORTING GOODS CO LTD, 2023

Waterproof mobile phone case that provides good protection without adding excessive bulk and weight. The case has a back cover that snaps onto the phone and a front cover that snaps onto the back cover. This sandwich-style assembly protects the phone. The front cover has a screen window for touch input and a camera window aligned with the phone's camera. The back cover has a separate window for the phone's rear camera. This allows normal camera and screen use. The back cover also has a removable plastic cover aligned with the phone's back. If this cover gets damaged, it can be replaced separately, reducing case replacement costs.

5. Smartphone Enclosure with Internal Port Seals and Corner Impact Gussets for Enhanced Waterproofing

SHENZHEN TUGAO INTELLIGENT CO LTD, 2023

Smartphone with deep professional waterproofing that prevents water ingress even if the user forgets to close the ports. The phone has an outer shell with seals inside the top and bottom padding. These seals create a tight barrier around the ports like headphone jack and charging connector. Additionally, the shell has corner impact gussets on top and bottom to protect against drops. This complete encapsulation of the ports prevents water from entering the phone even if the user accidentally leaves the ports open.

6. Smartphone Protective Case with Integrated Frame Sealing and Waterproof Port Plugs

FOSHAN SHENLONGDA TECH CO LTD, FOSHAN SHENLONGDA TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2023

A waterproof protective case for smartphones that provides complete sealing and waterproofing without needing a separate case cover. The case has a frame that wraps around the back of the phone and extends slightly into the screen area. It has waterproof plugs for the charging port, headphone jack, and speaker holes. The frame fits snugly against the phone screen to seal out water. The case also has raised buttons and a volume key cap integrated into the frame. This allows button access while sealing out water. The case back has a lens cover with a raised edge and mounting holes for the camera and flash. This prevents scratches and prevents water vapor from entering the camera area.

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7. Waterproof Case with Dual-Sealed Speaker and Charging Slots for Electronic Devices

NANJING FURONG ELECTRONIC TECH CO LTD, NANJING FURONG ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2023

General-purpose waterproof case for electronic devices like smartphones that provides improved waterproofing compared to traditional cases. The case has a speaker slot and charging slot on one end. The speaker slots are symmetrically positioned on either side of the charging slot. Inside the case, there are waterproof plates and rubber seals around the speaker and charging slots to prevent water ingress. This dual sealing configuration improves the waterproofing of the case compared to just sealing the openings. The back of the case is fully sealed to prevent water entering through there.

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8. Smartphone Case with Raised Nylon Backplate, Stepped Camera Cutout, and Integrated Waterproof Assemblies

LUO XIAOMING, 2023

Comprehensive protective case for smartphones that provides improved drop protection, water resistance, and shock absorption compared to conventional cases. The case has multiple components like a raised nylon plate at the back with damping, a stepped camera cutout, plug waterproof assembly, and silent waterproof assembly. This configuration provides features like camera protection, water resistance, and shock absorption. The stepped camera cutout prevents impact damage to the camera module. The plug waterproof assembly seals the charging port. The silent waterproof assembly blocks sound. The raised back nylon with damping cushions impact.

9. Phone Case with Interlocking Lips and Rotating Port Cover for Tool-Free Installation

DONGGUAN SHENHAI SPORTS PRODUCT CO LTD, 2023

Simple waterproof phone case that is easy to install without tools or special techniques. The case has a soft rubber frame with raised lips, seals, and interlocking features to securely hold and protect the phone. The lips interlock with transparent covers for the lens and screen. The bottom lip has a removable lens cover. The phone slides into the frame through a mounting hole, allowing adjustment. A rotating charging port cover seals when closed.

10. Multi-Layered Waterproof Mobile Device Case with Redundant Water Stop Mechanisms

ASTERISK INC, 2023

A waterproof case for protecting a mobile device that prevents moisture from entering the case even when the waterproof seals become saturated. The case has a container sandwiched between an upper and lower case that contains the device. The container has a first water stop portion around the device screen. The upper case has a frame over the first water stop. The lower case locks while the frame biases against the screen edge. This creates a secondary water barrier. Additionally, the container and lower case have a second water cutoff between them, a third water cutoff around the device, and a container for the back device. This provides multiple water barriers to prevent intrusion even if seals become saturated.

11. Smartphone Case with Multi-Layer Shock-Absorbing and Waterproof Interlayers and Sliding Anti-Fall Buffer

JIANGXI AIPURUO TECH CO LTD, JIANGXI AIPURUO TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2023

Waterproof and drop-resistant smartphone case with improved protection against water and drops compared to conventional cases. The case has multiple layers of shock-absorbing and waterproof materials between the phone and the case. This includes a first shock-absorbing and waterproof interlayer between the phone and the case, and an anti-fall shock-absorbing buffer that slides in channels inside the case. This configuration provides better waterproofing by sealing the phone edges and surfaces, and better drop protection by cushioning impacts. The case also has magnetic covers over the ports to further seal against water and prevent dust.

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12. Ruggedized Mobile Device Case with Peripheral Attachment Interface and Programmable Control Circuitry

MobileDemand LC, 2023

A ruggedized protective case for mobile devices that allows easy attachment of peripheral devices like barcode scanners and payment devices. The case has a secondary housing with port protectors to shield the mobile device's connectors. A circuit housing mounts to the case and provides a rear-facing mount for peripherals. The circuit housing also has programmable buttons to control device functions. The case may include features like a rotatable terminal for wireless payment devices.

13. Mobile Phone Case with Thickened Edges, Raised Back Edge, Dust Cover, and Sliding Top Covers with Auxiliary Joint Parts

DONGGUAN GEWALA COMMUNICATION TECH CO LTD, DONGGUAN GEWALA COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2022

Highly efficient dustproof and dropproof mobile phone case that provides better protection compared to standard cases. The case has thickened edges around the back and camera area to prevent damage. The back edge is raised to protect the phone's edge. The bottom has a dust cover. The case attaches with sliding covers at the top. The covers have auxiliary parts at the joints to prevent gaps.

14. Mobile Phone Case with Dustproof Sunken Sound Holes and Protruding Corner Arches

SHENZHEN HONGKEBAO PLASTIC MOULD CO LTD, 2022

A mobile phone case with a dustproof and drop-resistant structure. The case has a unique design to prevent dust from entering the phone's speakers and charging port while also providing good drop protection. The case has sunken sound holes that disperse the cavity size required by the speakers, blocking dust. The bottom edge near the phone has a sunken groove to prevent dust from accumulating in the gap between the case and phone. The case also has protruding corner arches that provide a gap between the case and phone, improving drop protection without impeding phone removal.

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15. Mobile Phone Case with Interchangeable Rubber Plugs for Selective Waterproof and Audio Functionality

Wu Zhiwei, WU ZHI-WEI, 2022

A two-in-one mobile phone case that can switch between waterproof and audio functionality by interchangeable rubber plugs. The case has an upper and lower shell that enclose a cavity for the phone. It has slots for cards on the upper shell and a lower slot for a rubber plug. The upper plug can be removed and replaced with a waterproof plug to seal the case for waterproofing. The lower plug can be replaced with an open plug to allow audio from the phone. This provides a convenient way to switch between waterproofing and audio without disassembling the case. The upper plug covers the charging and headphone jacks, and the lower plug has soft rubber pieces that seal those jacks.

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16. Modular Mobile Phone Case with Reversible Lens Protector and Integrated Sealing Mechanisms

LUO XIAOMING, 2022

Three-proof mobile phone case with enhanced drop, scratch and water resistance compared to regular cases. The case has a modular design with a front panel, protective film, middle frame, and back cover. The front and back connect to the middle frame with buckles. The protective film is sandwiched between. The back cover has a reversible lens protector that can be flipped over to form a phone stand. A rotating knob on the middle frame toggles the mute button. Corner thickening and anti-skid bumps protect the phone. A sealing plug on the back connects to the phone's bottom jack for further waterproofing.

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17. Mobile Phone Case with Interlocking Groove and Protrusion Sealing Mechanism

Yanghua Yu, Zhenxiang Liu, 2022

Mobile phone protective case with improved waterproofing compared to existing cases. The case has a groove on the lower cover, a protrusion on the upper cover, and sealing surfaces on both that interlock when assembled to provide waterproofing. A barb on the protrusion allows a small gap for assembly but then secures tightly to prevent leaks. The barb also shows visually if the assembly is complete.

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18. Mobile Phone Case with Integrated Dustproof Glass Lens and Impact Absorption Features

GUANGZHOU GU YUE ELECTRONIC SCIENCE AND TECH CO LTD, GUANGZHOU GU YUE ELECTRONIC SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2022

Mobile phone case with an integrated dustproof and drop-resistant glass lens to protect the camera and prevent dust ingress. The case has corner and side airbags for impact absorption, a lens protrusion with a glass lens and metal ring, and a slide-in metal cover over the speaker to block dust. The lens has corresponding flashing and noise reduction holes aligned with the case. The lens protrusion and metal cover provide additional protection for the camera and speaker.

19. Mobile Phone Case with Sealing Strip, Sliding Charging Port Cover, and Lens Protector

DONGGUAN GEWALA COMMUNICATION TECH CO LTD, DONGGUAN GEWALA COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2022

Waterproof mobile phone case that provides complete protection against water damage without impeding phone functionality. The case has a bottom shell that fits around the phone's sides and back. It has a sealing strip on the top edge to cover the phone's top. The bottom shell attaches to a top shell. The bottom shell also has a sliding charging port cover and lens protector. This design allows the phone to be fully enclosed in the sealed case for waterproofing, while still allowing access to the screen and charging port.

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20. Silicone Mobile Phone Case with Integrated Sealing Strips, Waterproof Valves, and Deformable Edge

SHENZHEN DAIXINLONG ELECTRONIC SCIENCE AND TECH CO LTD, SHENZHEN DAIXINLONG ELECTRONIC SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2022

A silicone mobile phone case with waterproofing capabilities to prevent water ingress and damage to the phone. The case has features like sealing strips around the camera and charging ports, waterproof valves on the volume buttons, and a deformable rubber edge. This allows the case to tightly seal around the phone when submerged or splashed with water. The valves prevent water from entering the phone's speaker or volume buttons, and the deformable edge compensates for case shrinkage. The charging port seal is flexible to extend into the phone's charging port for charging.

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21. Waterproof Mobile Phone Case with Buckle-Sealed Dual Cover and Button-Accessible Transparent Lens

DONGGUAN TONGZI PLASTIC LEATHER PRODUCT LIMITED CO, DONGGUAN TONGZI PLASTIC LEATHER PRODUCT LTD CO, 2022

A waterproof mobile phone case with a buckle mechanism to seal and protect the phone while allowing button access. The case has an upper and lower cover connected by a buckle. The upper cover has a frame and a transparent lens that form a cavity for the phone. This allows the phone to be fully enclosed and waterproof when the covers are buckled together. The buckle mechanism provides a tight seal around the phone while still allowing the buttons to be pressed through the lens.

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22. Waterproof Mobile Phone Case with Detachable Adsorption Carbon Pack System

GUANGZHOU RUNSEN WATER SPORTS EQUIPMENT ARTICLE LIMITED CO, GUANGZHOU RUNSEN WATER SPORTS EQUIPMENT ARTICLE LTD CO, 2022

Waterproof mobile phone case with detachable adsorption carbon packs that can be replaced to absorb moisture and prevent internal condensation. The case has a main body with sealed lips, front and rear waterproof layers, and Velcro fasteners. Inside the case is a removable groove for the carbon packs to absorb moisture. This allows the case to be submerged without damaging the phone and prevents internal condensation by replacing the carbon packs when they become saturated.

23. Mobile Phone Case with Sliding Corner Mechanism for Selective Port Sealing and Rubber Bezel Seal

DONGGUAN LINZE COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT CO LTD, 2022

Waterproof mobile phone case with flexible port access that allows opening and closing of ports to prevent water ingress while still allowing access. The case has protective corners that slide down into a chute to close ports like headphone jack, power connector, and speaker grilles. This allows the user to seal the case for waterproofing when needed, but still access the ports by sliding the corners back up. A rubber ring seals between the screen bezel and case to further prevent water entry.

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24. Waterproof Mobile Phone Case with Detachable Snap-Fit Structure and Integrated Seals

CHEN LIWU, 2022

A waterproof mobile phone case with detachable snap-fit front and rear parts that provides improved sealing over traditional slide-on covers. The case has an inner PC sheet in the rear case and waterproof seals in the front frame that match the phone's button and port locations. This allows a tight snap fit without needing a separate gasket that can loosen. The front frame also has a removable silicone plug for the charging port.

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25. Integrated Smartphone Case with Side Protrusions and Transparent Film Diaphragm Assembly

DONGGUAN LANXIN ELECTRONIC TECH CO LTD, DONGGUAN LANXIN ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2021

An all-in-one protective case for smartphones that covers the front, back, and sides of the device. The case has a compartment to hold the phone snugly and two protrusions on the sides that engage grooves on the phone to prevent drops. A transparent film diaphragm covers the phone screen and is attached using a frame that fits the protrusions. This provides full front-to-back protection without obstructing screen usage. The frame limits diaphragm movement to improve adhesion. A notch in one protrusion covers by the frame during installation. The diaphragm has a speaker hole with a dust net to allow sound and prevent blockage.

26. Fully Enclosed Waterproof Mobile Phone Case with Integrated Heat Dissipation Mechanism

GAIKE BIOTECHNOLOGY CO LTD, GAIKE ZHEJIANG BIOTECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2021

A waterproof mobile phone case that provides full protection for the phone without affecting heat dissipation. The case fully encloses the phone instead of just wrapping around the edges. This provides better drop protection compared to cases that only cover the edges. The fully enclosed case also prevents water damage to the phone.

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27. Diving Mobile Phone Case with Rotational Dual-Cover Sealing Mechanism and Transparent Screen Access

CHEN HAIYANG, 2021

A diving mobile phone case with improved waterproofing compared to existing cases. The case has a bottom cover and an upper cover that enclose the phone in an internal cavity. A sealing strip group is positioned between the covers to prevent water ingress. The bottom and upper covers rotate around one side and connect via a buckle on the other side to seal the case tightly. This allows full waterproofing when diving or submerged. The touchscreen area on the upper cover is transparent to allow screen access.

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28. Mobile Phone Case with Waterproof Gasket, Camera Sealing Ring, Rubber Shrink Ring, Buffer Airbag, and Heat Conduction Mechanism

DONGGUAN QUNLI ELECTRONIC TECH CO LTD, DONGGUAN QUNLI ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2021

Mobile phone case with improved airtightness, water resistance, shock absorption, and heat dissipation compared to conventional cases. The case has features like a waterproof gasket, camera sealing ring, rubber shrink ring, buffer airbag, and heat conduction mechanism. These components tightly seal the phone from water and dust, prevent camera fogging, absorb drops, dissipate heat, and provide airtightness.

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29. Waterproof Phone Case with Adjustable Component Access and Integrated Shock Absorption Mechanisms

SHENZHEN YUANDONG ONLINE TRADE CO LTD, 2021

Waterproof phone case with shock absorption protection that allows easy access to device components while maintaining waterproofing. The case has features like a rotating baffle, telescoping rod, and sliding seat to enable adjustment of the camera, charging port, and microphone without removing the case. The case also has a spring-loaded connector, sliding rail, and soft padding for shock absorption. The waterproof skin covers the top and bottom of the case.

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30. Mobile Phone Case with Removable Buoyant Support Block and Anti-Skid Pad

SHENZHEN OALE INTELLIGENT IND CO LTD, SHENZHEN OALE INTELLIGENT INDUSTRIAL CO LTD, 2021

Waterproof structure for mobile phone cases that prevents water ingress when the device is submerged. The case has a removable support block inside that can be pulled out to lift the case body off the water surface. This isolates the phone from the water and prevents it from entering the case. The block has an easy-pull slot and locks into place when pushed down. The block also has an anti-skid pad on the bottom to prevent it from sliding.

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31. Mobile Phone Case with Waterproof Membrane and Integrated Anti-Slip Shock Absorption Mechanism

SHENZHEN YISE TECH CO LTD, SHENZHEN YISE TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2021

Waterproof mobile phone case with anti-slip function that provides both waterproofing and drop protection. The case has a housing with a waterproof membrane, glue, and sound holes to protect the phone's ports. An anti-slip pallet with rubber pads attaches to the case bottom. The pallet has a connecting rod that attaches to a pull ring. The case has a middle plate with a seat and ring clamp. A piston with spring connects to the ring and seat. This mechanism allows the case to compress and absorb shock when dropped. The compression forces the piston rod to push against the pallet, preventing the phone from sliding out.

32. Mobile Phone Case with Integral Sealing Surfaces and Waterproof Plugs

SHENZHEN NONY ELECTRONIC CO LTD, 2020

Mobile phone case with good sealing and waterproofing that allows using a regular phone underwater without any external seals or gaskets. The case has a rear shell and a front shell connected by sealing surfaces around the phone's perimeter. Charging and headphone holes are sealed with waterproof plugs. This design provides a watertight enclosure without complex seals or external gaskets.

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33. Integrally Molded Waterproof Mobile Phone Case with Silicone-Sealed Compartment and Openable Cover

SHENZHEN TONGHUAWEIYE TECH CO LTD, SHENZHEN TONGHUAWEIYE TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2020

Waterproof mobile phone case for diving and swimming that provides excellent sealing to protect the phone in underwater environments. The case has a unique design with an integrally molded body that encloses the phone. The body consists of a bottom plate, end plate, side walls, and connecting bars. The body forms a sealed compartment for the phone with a liquid silicone layer on the outside. An openable cover seals one end of the compartment. The silicone seals the case and prevents water ingress. The molded body design provides airtightness and waterproof performance.

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34. Mobile Phone Case with Detachable Shells and Sealing Ring

SHENZHEN RANVOO TECH CO LTD, 2020

Waterproof mobile phone case with detachable upper and lower shells that provides good waterproofing and ease of use. The case has a sealing ring between the shells to prevent water ingress. The upper shell can be removed separately for convenience. The upper shell has a snap connection to the lower shell. The upper shell can also have a transparent area matching the phone screen for viewing and operation. The upper shell can be soft while the lower shell is hard, or both can be soft or hard.

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35. Protective Case with Rigid Back Frame and Elastomeric Edge Bumpers Featuring Engagement Members

Griffin Technology, LLC, 2020

Protective case for portable electronic devices that provides enhanced impact, dust, and moisture protection compared to existing cases. The case has a rigid plastic back frame with elastomeric bumpers around the edges. The elastomeric material absorbs and disperses impacts. The case also has engagement members on the back frame and front cover that secure the case around the device.

36. Protective Shell with Deformable Hydrophobic Polymer Sealant Ring for Electronic Devices

OPPO CHONGQING INTELLIGENT TECH CO LTD, OPPO INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2020

A waterproof protective shell for electronic devices like smartphones that provides higher waterproof levels compared to conventional waterproof cases. The shell has a sealant ring made of a hydrophobic polymer material that creates a tight seal around the device when the shell is closed. The sealant ring is designed to deform and compress as the shell is closed, allowing for a secure watertight seal. This compression of the sealant ring helps prevent water from penetrating the gap between the device and the shell. The hydrophobic polymer material repels water, further enhancing the waterproof capability. The compression of the sealant ring also helps prevent dust and debris from entering the sealed space. The shell has an opening for accessing the device's ports and buttons while sealed.

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37. Mobile Phone Case with Elastic Latex Film, Metal Sheet, and Shock-Absorbing Rubber Layer

ZHANG JUNCHENG, 2020

A waterproof, dustproof, drop-proof, and anti-theft mobile phone case that provides protection from water, dust, drops, and theft while maintaining visibility and accessibility. The case uses a combination of materials like elastic latex film for waterproofing, a metal sheet with a shock-absorbing rubber layer inside, and a snap-together design. The latex film covers openings for the microphone, speaker, camera, and screen to provide waterproofing. The metal sheet with the rubber layer inside provides drop protection, and the snap-together design allows the upper and lower parts to be separated for accessibility. The case can be snapped back together to protect the phone from water, dust, drops, and theft while still allowing full use of the phone's features.

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38. Protective Case for Touch Screen Devices with Dual Sealing and Snap Tab Mechanism

Griffin Technology, LLC, 2020

A water resistant protective case for touch screen devices that provides high protection and water resistance while allowing easy access to the screen and controls. The case has a front assembly with a rigid frame, touch screen cover, inner bumper, and main seal. The back assembly has a rigid frame, over mold, inner bumper, and snap tab. The front and back assemblies mate to enclose the device with a main and secondary water resistant seals. The transparent touch screen cover allows touch input while protecting the screen. The inner bumpers cushion the device. The snap tab and hook secure the case. Sealed apertures provide access to device features.

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39. Protective Case with Water-Activated Self-Sealing Mechanism for Electronic Devices

Bai Yunfei, YUNFEI BAI, 2019

Self-sealing protective case for waterproofing electronic devices like smartphones. The case has a closing mechanism that seals itself when exposed to water. The mechanism has a sealing part, movable connection, water-swelling part, and a sealing rubber ring. When water enters, the swelling part expands and squeezes the connection, causing the sealing part to rotate and seal the opening with the rubber ring. This prevents further water ingress and seals the case.

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40. Protective Enclosure with Sealing Membrane and Curved Seal for Electronic Devices

Otter Products, LLC, 2019

Protective enclosures for electronic devices like smartphones that protect against water damage without sacrificing functionality. The enclosures have features like a sealing membrane over the audio ports, blocking water penetration while allowing sound transmission. Other features include a curved seal around the camera flash to distribute light uniformly, a camera lens insert, and a sealed window over the touchscreen.

41. Two-Color Waterproof Phone Case with Sealed Port Grooves and Sponge-Compressed Membrane System

Shenzhen Xin Fanda Double Color Injection Mold Co., Ltd., 2019

A two-color waterproof phone case with improved sealing around the speaker, headphone, and charging ports. The case has grooves on the sides that contain rubber layers with jacks. A removable rubber cover over the grooves has insert posts. Inside is a cavity with a sponge block. Waterproof glue bonds the cover, sponge, and case. The cover has connected holes to the cavity. A waterproof membrane covers the holes and has aligned through-holes. Rubber rings bonded around the through-holes provide a watertight seal. The sponge compresses to contact the membrane through the holes.

42. Interlocking Mobile Phone Case with Transparent Screen Window and Integrated Waterproof Access Ports

Gewiny (Tianjin) Precision Electronics Co., Ltd., 2019

A scratch-resistant and waterproof integrated mobile phone case that provides complete protection against drops, scratches, and water damage while also allowing easy access to internal components. The case has an upper and lower shell that interlock. The upper shell has a frame with a transparent window covering the screen. The lower shell has a waterproof section with a charging port, earphone hole, and slots for SIM card, buttons, and tools. This allows tools to be accessed without disassembling the case. The waterproof section has connectors for charging and earphones inside the shell.

43. Waterproof Electronic Device Case with Compression Gasket and Sound-Transmitting Membranes

CATALYST LIFESTYLE LIMITED, 2019

This is a waterproof case for electronic devices that maintains water and air tightness while allowing device interaction and sound transmission. The case has a main housing and lid joined with a compression gasket. Features like stabilization structures, slots, ports, and buttons allow device actuation while sealed. The case interior traps air that vibrates membranes in response to sound pressure, transmitting audio.

44. Protective Case with Removable Back and Sealing Member for Audio Port Waterproofing and Airflow Maintenance

OTTER PRODUCTS, LLC, 2019

Protective case for electronic devices with waterproofing and improved audio quality. The case has a removable back piece with a sealing member around the device's audio ports. The sealing member forms a watertight seal when the device is inserted. Mesh covers the ports to allow sound in/out. A vented chamber between the sealing member, mesh, and device volume resists water ingress while allowing airflow. This prevents water sealing the ports while allowing sound transmission.

45. Mobile Phone Case with Integrated Waterproof Plug-Ins and Dual-Layer Sealing Mechanism

Luzhou Yunchengju Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd., 2019

Waterproof and drop-proof mobile phone case that allows charging and headphone use without removing the case. The case has separate plug-ins for the earphone port and charging port that are made of connecting ribs, rubber plugs, and sponge pads. The ribs connect the plugs to the phone shell, the rubber plugs have swelling putty that seals gaps when wet, and the sponge pads absorb water. This provides double waterproofing. The case has a front and rear shell connected by a card slot, with rubber pads on the edges. The front shell has buttons and a mirror hole, the rear shell has a mirror hole.

46. Sealed Electronic Device Cases with Interactive Slots, Ports, and Membranes

CATALYST LIFESTYLE LIMITED, 2018

Waterproof, sealed cases for electronic devices. The cases have slots, ports, and membranes that allow interaction with the device while protecting it from water.

47. Waterproof Electronic Enclosure with Angled Vent Holes and Filter-Covered Penetrating Hole

ALPS ELECTRIC CO., LTD., 2018

Waterproof enclosure for electronics with an improved vent design that allows attached water to be easily removed. The enclosure has an outer shell with a penetrating hole covered by a waterproof filter and a projecting part covering the hole. The projecting part has multiple vent holes that connect to the penetrating hole. Each vent hole has a sloping surface that extends at an angle from the outer surface towards the penetrating hole. This allows water on the filter to drain out through the vent holes when the enclosure is tilted.

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48. Sealed Phone Case with Integrated Heat Sink and Multi-Layer Impact Protection

Fuzhou Xinxiangyuan Information Technology Co., Ltd., 2018

Waterproof phone case with heat dissipation and drop protection. The case has a sealed design with features like an earphone hole cover, glass screen protector with rotating head, waterproof insert, rubber bumpers with internal cushions, and a heat sink behind the camera. The case also has a sealing buckle, chain, and non-slip edges for drop protection. The heat sink and thermal gel dissipate heat from the phone to prevent overheating.

49. Protective Housing with Removable Sealing Top and Bottom Pieces for Electronic Devices

TreeFrog Developments, Inc., 2018

Protective housing for electronic devices like phones and tablets that offers protection from the elements and mishandling while ensuring full functionality. The housing has a removable top and bottom piece that surrounds the device, seals with gaskets, and clasps together. The bottom piece has a tapered channel and the top piece has clasping members that engage the channel. This forms a liquid/dust proof seal when closed. The top piece has a display opening while the bottom piece has a cavity to hold the device. The opening and display are sealed with additional gaskets.

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50. Mobile Device Case with Integrated Frame Lip and Removable Waterproof Port Covers

Shenzhen Shuntiantai Technology Co., Ltd., 2018

A waterproof phone case that provides good water resistance and scratch protection for mobile devices. The case has a frame that wraps around the sides of the phone and a back cover that attaches to the lower frame edge. The back cover has a shock-absorbing adhesive on the inside for the back of the phone. The frame has charging, headphone, and speaker holes that connect to a removable waterproof cover. The upper frame edge extends into the cavity to create a lip that presses against the phone screen when closed. The outer back cover has a glass decorative piece. The lip, waterproof covers, and glass screen protection prevent water ingress and scratching.

51. Smartphone with Sealed Components and Rubber Frame for Environmental Protection

52. Sealed Electronic Device Case with Transparent Wrap and Control Actuation Slots

53. Mobile Phone Case with Detachable Locking Covers and Integrated Sealing Mechanism

54. Phone Case with Detachable Sealing Cover and Locking Frame Assembly

55. Two-Part Waterproof Mobile Device Case with Integrated Touchscreen and Sealing Channel

There are many different options available to protect smartphones from common risks. These innovations show how mobile phone protection is always developing. They range from waterproof covers for busy lifestyles to ruggedized designs for harsh conditions.

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