Abstract

A hot-swappable battery system for computer peripherals includes a wireless mouse having a battery compartment, a battery connector assembly mounted within the battery compartment, a removable battery configured to be inserted into and ejected from the battery connector assembly, a keep-alive battery mounted within the wireless mouse, and a docking station. The battery connector assembly includes electrical contacts and a push-push ejector mechanism. The keep-alive battery is electrically connected to provide backup power when the removable battery is removed. The docking station has a battery slot configured to receive and charge the removable battery when not in use in the wireless mouse. The system enables continuous operation of the wireless mouse while battery swapping between the mouse and docking station.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06F 3/0354 - Pointing devices displaced or positioned by the userAccessories therefor with detection of 2D relative movements between the device, or an operating part thereof, and a plane or surface, e.g. 2D mice, trackballs, pens or pucks
• G06F 1/3234 - Power saving characterised by the action undertaken
• G06F 3/038 - Control and interface arrangements therefor, e.g. drivers or device-embedded control circuitry

Goods & Services

Computer hardware and peripheral devices; Computer keyboards; Computer mice; Headsets for use with computers; Headphones; Battery chargers; Batteries; Charging appliances for rechargeable equipment

Goods & Services

Computer hardware and peripheral devices; Computer keyboards; Computer mice; Headsets for use with computers; Headphones; Battery chargers; Batteries; Charging appliances for rechargeable equipment

Abstract

A key switch for computer keyboards that generates a clicking sound when pressed and released. Embodiments of the key switch include a housing, a stem, a position spring, a torsion spring, and a click bar. The stem flexes the torsion spring when the key switch is depressed, and after reaching a predetermined threshold, the torsion spring contacts the click bar producing a first click sound. When the key switch is released, the torsion spring contacts the click bar a subsequent time producing a second click sound of equal volume with the first click sound.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 13/85 - Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboard characterised by ergonomic functions, e.g. for miniature keyboardsSwitches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboard characterised by operational sensory functions, e.g. sound feedback characterised by tactile feedback features

Goods & Services

Computer hardware and peripheral devices; Computer keyboards

Goods & Services

Computer hardware and peripheral devices; Computer mice; Battery chargers; Batteries; Charging appliances for rechargeable equipment

Abstract

Embodiments of the invention include a keyboard gasket mounting system and a method for using it, the system comprising a keyboard case, wherein the keyboard case comprises a plurality of connection points disposed on a perimeter of the keyboard case; a plurality of gasket modules, wherein each of the plurality of gasket modules comprises at least a top portion and a bottom portion and is configured to removably connect to one or more of the connection points; and a switch plate, wherein the switch plate is configured to rest on the plurality of gasket modules. In embodiments, the keyboard gasket mounting system permits users to easily customize the compressible layer upon which a keyboard's switch plate is mounted in accordance with their respective preferences.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 13/7065 - Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboard with contacts carried by or formed from layers in a multilayer structure, e.g. membrane switches characterised by construction, mounting or arrangement of operating parts, e.g. push-buttons or keys characterised by the mechanism between keys and layered keyboards
• H01H 3/60 - Mechanical arrangements for preventing or damping vibration or shock
• G06F 1/16 - Constructional details or arrangements
• H01H 33/58 - Silencers for suppressing noise of switch operation
• G06F 3/02 - Input arrangements using manually operated switches, e.g. using keyboards or dials
• H01H 13/70 - Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboard
• H01H 13/85 - Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboard characterised by ergonomic functions, e.g. for miniature keyboardsSwitches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboard characterised by operational sensory functions, e.g. sound feedback characterised by tactile feedback features

Abstract

Embodiments of the invention include a keyboard gasket mounting system and a method for using it, the system comprising a keyboard case, wherein the keyboard case comprises a plurality of connection points disposed on a perimeter of the keyboard case; a plurality of gasket modules, wherein each of the plurality of gasket modules comprises at least a top portion and a bottom portion and is configured to removably connect to one or more of the connection points; and a switch plate, wherein the switch plate is configured to rest on the plurality of gasket modules. In embodiments, the keyboard gasket mounting system permits users to easily customize the compressible layer upon which a keyboard's switch plate is mounted in accordance with their respective preferences.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 13/04 - CasesCovers
• H01H 13/70 - Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboard

Goods & Services

Computer technology consultancy; Providing a website featuring on-line non-downloadable software that enables users to configure computer peripherals; Provision of information relating to computer technology and programming via a website

Goods & Services

Computer keyboard keycaps Providing a website featuring on-line non-downloadable software that enables users to review and access limited edition computer peripherals; Provision of information relating to computer technology via a website

Goods & Services

Computer peripherals and parts thereof; Downloadable software for controlling, programming and communicating with computer peripherals; LED lighting controls for illumination of computer hardware, computer peripherals, keyboards, keypads, computer mice, and USB accessories; Light emitting diodes (LEDs); Mouse mats; Mouse pads; Wrist rests for computer keyboards; Wrist rests for computer mouse users; Wrist supports for computer mouse users

Goods & Services

Earbuds; Earphones; Headphones; Headsets; Audio headphones; Computer cursor control devices, namely, computer mouse; Computer keyboard controllers; Computer keyboard keycaps; Computer keyboards; Computer keypads; Computer mice; Computer peripherals and parts thereof; Covers for computer keyboards; Downloadable software for controlling, programming and communicating with computer peripherals; Game headphones; Gaming headsets for playing video games; Headsets for playing video games; Headsets for remote communication; Headsets for use with computers; Mouse mats; Mouse pads; Wireless earbuds; Wireless earphones; Wireless headphones; Wrist rests for computer keyboards; Wrist rests for computer mouse users; Wrist supports for computer mouse users; Wireless computer mice

Goods & Services

Earbuds; Earphones; Headphones; Headsets; Audio headphones; Computer cursor control devices, namely, computer mouse; Computer keyboard controllers; Computer keyboard keycaps; Computer keyboards; Computer keypads; Computer mice; Computer peripherals and parts thereof; Covers for computer keyboards; Downloadable software for controlling, programming and communicating with computer peripherals; Game headphones; Gaming headsets for playing video games; Headsets for playing video games; Headsets for remote communication; Headsets for use with computers; Mouse mats; Mouse pads; Wireless earbuds; Wireless earphones; Wireless headphones; Wrist rests for computer keyboards; Wrist rests for computer mouse users; Wrist supports for computer mouse users; Wireless computer mice

Goods & Services

Earbuds; earphones; headphones; headsets; audio headphones; game headphones; gaming headsets for playing video games; headsets for playing video games; headsets for remote communication; headsets for use with computers; wireless earbuds; wireless earphones; wireless headphones.

Goods & Services

(1) Earbuds; earphones; headphones; headsets; audio headphones; game headphones; gaming headsets for playing video games; headsets for playing video games; headsets for remote communication; headsets for use with computers; wireless earbuds; wireless earphones; wireless headphones.

Goods & Services

Earbuds; Earphones; Headphones; Headsets; Audio headphones; Game headphones; Gaming headsets for playing video games; Headsets for playing video games; Headsets for remote communication; Headsets for use with computers; Wireless earbuds; Wireless earphones; Wireless headphones

Goods & Services

Earbuds; Earphones; Headphones; Headsets; Audio headphones; Game headphones; Gaming headsets for playing video games; Headsets for playing video games; Headsets for remote communication; Headsets for use with computers; Wireless earbuds; Wireless earphones; Wireless headphones

Goods & Services

Computer cursor control devices, namely, computer mouse; Computer keyboard controllers; Computer keyboard keycaps; Computer keyboards; Computer keypads; Computer mice; Computer peripherals and parts thereof; Covers for computer keyboards; Downloadable software for controlling, programming and communicating with computer peripherals; LED lighting controls for illumination of computer hardware, computer peripherals, keyboards, keypads, computer mice, and USB accessories; Light emitting diodes (LEDs); Mouse mats; Mouse pads; Wrist rests for computer keyboards; Wrist rests for computer mouse users; Wrist supports for computer mouse users

Goods & Services

Apparatus for electronic games adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor; Game controllers for computer games; Game controllers in the nature of keyboards for computer games; Gaming keypads

Goods & Services

Apparatus for electronic games adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor; game controllers for computer games; game controllers in the nature of keyboards for computer games; gaming keypads; gaming mice.

Goods & Services

Computer cursor control devices, namely, computer mouse; computer keyboard controllers; computer keyboard keycaps; computer keyboards; computer keypads; computer mice; computer peripherals and parts thereof; covers for computer keyboards; downloadable software for controlling, programming and communicating with computer peripherals; LED lighting controls for illumination of computer hardware, computer peripherals, keyboards, keypads, computer mice, and USB accessories; light emitting diodes (LEDs); mouse mats; mouse pads; wrist rests for computer keyboards; wrist rests for computer mouse users; wrist supports for computer mouse users.

Goods & Services

Apparatus for electronic games adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor; Game controllers for computer games; Gaming mice; Electronic game playing apparatus for playing and controlling action in video games; Hand held unit for playing video games other than those adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor

Goods & Services

(1) Computer cursor control devices, namely, computer mouse; computer keyboard controllers; computer keyboard keycaps; computer keyboards; computer keypads; computer mice; computer speakers; covers for computer keyboards; downloadable software for controlling, programming and communicating with computer keyboards, mice and speakers; LED lighting controls for illumination of computer hardware, computer peripherals, keyboards, keypads, computer mice, and USB accessories; light emitting diodes (LEDs); mouse mats; mouse pads; wrist rests for computer keyboards; wrist rests for computer mouse users; wrist supports for computer mouse users

Goods & Services

Computer cursor control devices, namely, computer mouse; Computer keyboard controllers; Computer keyboard keycaps; Computer keyboards; Computer keypads; Computer mice; Computer peripherals and parts thereof; Covers for computer keyboards; Downloadable software for controlling, programming and communicating with computer peripherals; LED lighting controls for illumination of computer hardware, computer peripherals, keyboards, keypads, computer mice, and USB accessories; Light emitting diodes (LEDs); Mouse mats; Mouse pads; Wrist rests for computer keyboards; Wrist rests for computer mouse users; Wrist supports for computer mouse users

Goods & Services

Computer cursor control devices, namely, computer mouse; Computer keyboard controllers; Computer keyboard keycaps; Computer keyboards; Computer keypads; Computer mice; Computer peripherals and parts thereof; Covers for computer keyboards; Downloadable software for controlling, programming and communicating with computer peripherals; LED lighting controls for illumination of computer hardware, computer peripherals, keyboards, keypads, computer mice, and USB accessories; Light emitting diodes (LEDs); Mouse mats; Mouse pads; Wrist rests for computer keyboards; Wrist rests for computer mouse users; Wrist supports for computer mouse users

Goods & Services

Apparatus for electronic games adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor; Game controllers for computer games; Game controllers in the nature of keyboards for computer games; Gaming keypads; Gaming mice

Goods & Services

Apparatus for electronic games adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor; Game controllers for computer games; Game controllers in the nature of keyboards for computer games; Gaming keypads; Gaming mice

Abstract

A mechanical computer keyboard including a plurality of keys and an input/output (i/o) interface for output of registration of pressing one or more of the plurality of keys. Each key includes a keycap, a key switch including a stem, a key registration unit for registering a keystroke, and a spring for forcing the keycap in a neutral release position and providing a perceptible increase in pressing force. The keyboard further includes an analog-to-digital converter and the keys include a distance sensor unit for determining a travel distance of the pushing-down of the keycap by measuring a complex electrical impedance corresponding to the travel distance of the pushing-down the keycap, wherein the analog-to-digital converter is configured to convert the complex electrical impedance to a digital input signal including a digitalized keystroke travel distance for outputting of the digital input signal by the i/o interface towards the computer.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 13/70 - Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboard
• H01H 13/7073 - Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboard with contacts carried by or formed from layers in a multilayer structure, e.g. membrane switches characterised by construction, mounting or arrangement of operating parts, e.g. push-buttons or keys characterised by the mechanism between keys and layered keyboards characterised by springs, e.g. Euler springs
• H01H 13/83 - Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboard characterised by legends, e.g. Braille, liquid crystal displays, light emitting or optical elements

Goods & Services

Daypacks; Holdalls; Rucksacks; Satchels; All-purpose carrying bags; Athletic bags; Backpacks, book bags, sports bags, bum bags, wallets and handbags; Carry-all bags; Carrying cases; Crossbody bags; Drawstring bags; Duffel bags; Messenger bags; Overnight bags; Overnight cases; School bags; Shoulder bags; Sling bags; Tote bags; Travel bags; Sack packs, namely, drawstring bags used as backpacks

Goods & Services

Beanies; Footwear; Hats; Pants; Shirts; Shorts; T-shirts; Athletic pants; Athletic shirts; Athletic shorts; Baseball caps and hats; Bottoms as clothing; Button down shirts; Caps being headwear; Clothing for athletic use, namely, padded pants; Collared shirts; Cycling shorts; Dress pants; Dress shirts; Gym pants; Head wear; Hoodies; Jackets; Jogging outfits; Jogging pants; Knit face masks being headwear; Long-sleeved shirts; Lounge pants; Moisture-wicking sports shirts; Outer jackets; Rain jackets; Rain wear; Short-sleeved shirts; Sleeved or sleeveless jackets; Sleeves worn separate and apart from blouses, shirts and other tops; Sport shirts; Sports pants; Sweat shirts; Tops as clothing; Under garments; Wearable garments and clothing, namely, shirts; Wind resistant jackets; Wrist bands as clothing; Hooded sweat shirts; Moisture-wicking sports pants

Goods & Services

Computer keyboard keycaps; computer keyboard controllers; computer keyboards; computer keypads; computer mice; computer peripherals and parts thereof; computer cursor control devices, namely, computer mouse; downloadable software for controlling, programming and communicating with computer peripherals; led lighting controls for illumination of computer hardware, computer peripherals, keyboards, keypads, computer mice, and usb accessories; light emitting diodes (leds); mouse mats; mouse pads; covers for computer keyboards; wrist rests for computer keyboards; wrist rests for computer mouse users; wrist supports for computer mouse users.

Goods & Services

(1) Computer keyboard keycaps; computer keyboard controllers; computer keyboards; computer keypads; computer mice; computer cursor control devices, namely, computer mouse; downloadable software for controlling, programming and communicating with computer peripherals; led lighting controls for illumination of computer hardware, computer peripherals, keyboards, keypads, computer mice, and usb accessories; light emitting diodes (leds); mouse mats; mouse pads; covers for computer keyboards; wrist rests for computer keyboards; wrist rests for computer mouse users; wrist supports for computer mouse users.

Goods & Services

Computer keyboard keycaps; Computer peripheral equipment; Computer peripherals and parts thereof; Mechanical keyboard switches; Mechanical keyboards

Goods & Services

Computer keyboard keycaps; Computer keyboard controllers; Computer keyboards; Computer keypads; Computer mice; Computer peripherals and parts thereof; Computer cursor control devices, namely, computer mouse; Downloadable software for controlling, programming and communicating with computer peripherals; LED lighting controls for illumination of computer hardware, computer peripherals, keyboards, keypads, computer mice, and USB accessories; Light emitting diodes (LEDs); Mouse mats; Mouse pads; Covers for computer keyboards; Wrist rests for computer keyboards; Wrist rests for computer mouse users; Wrist supports for computer mouse users

Abstract

A mechanical keyboard includes printed circuit boards (PCBs), each having a pin holder; and a hole; mechanical switches to removably engage with the printed circuit boards, each of the mechanical switches having a body; a pin extending from the body to engage with the pin holder; a pillar extending from the body to engage with the hole; and a compressible switch extending upward from the body and associated with the pillar; a plurality of keys to engage with the compressible switch of the mechanical switches; the plurality of mechanical switches are to be removed from the PCBs by hand.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 9/26 - Interlocking, locking, or latching mechanisms for interlocking two or more switches
• H01H 13/72 - Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboard wherein the switch has means for limiting the number of operating members that can concurrently be in the actuated position
• H01H 13/76 - Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboard wherein some or all of the operating members actuate different combinations of the contact sets, e.g. ten operating members actuating different combinations of four contact sets
• H01H 13/705 - Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboard with contacts carried by or formed from layers in a multilayer structure, e.g. membrane switches characterised by construction, mounting or arrangement of operating parts, e.g. push-buttons or keys
• H01H 13/88 - Processes specially adapted for manufacture of rectilinearly movable switches having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboards

Goods & Services

Computer keyboard controllers; Computer keyboard keycaps; Computer keyboards; Computer keypads; Computer mice; Computer peripherals and parts thereof; Downloadable software for controlling, programming and communicating with computer peripherals; LED lighting controls for illumination of computer hardware, computer peripherals, keyboards, keypads, computer mice, and USB accessories; Light emitting diodes (LEDs); Mouse mats; Mouse pads; Wrist rests for computer mouse users; Wrist supports for computer mouse users

Goods & Services

Apparatus for electronic games adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor; Game controllers for computer games; Game controllers in the nature of keyboards for computer games; Gaming keypads

Goods & Services

Apparatus for electronic games adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor; Game controllers for computer games; Game controllers in the nature of keyboards for computer games; Gaming keypads; Gaming mice

Goods & Services

Computer keyboard controllers; Computer keyboard keycaps; Computer keyboards; Computer keypads; Computer mice; Computer peripherals and parts thereof; Downloadable software for controlling, programming, and communicating with computer peripherals; LED lighting controls for illumination of computer hardware, computer peripherals, keyboards, keypads, computer mice, and USB accessories; Light emitting diodes (LEDs); Mouse mats; Mouse pads; Wrist rests for computer mouse users; Wrist supports for computer mouse users

Goods & Services

Apparatus for electronic games adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor; Game controllers for computer games; Game controllers in the nature of keyboards for computer games; Gaming keypads; Gaming mice

Goods & Services

Apparatus for electronic games adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor; Game controllers for computer games; Gaming mice

Goods & Services

Apparatus for electronic games adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor; Game controllers for computer games; Game controllers in the nature of keyboards for computer games; Gaming keypads; Gaming mice

Goods & Services

(Based on Use in Commerce) Mouse mats; Mousepads; Computer peripherals.

Goods & Services

(1) Mouse mats; mousepads; computer keyboards, and parts therefor; computer keypads; computer keyboard covers; wrist rests for computer keyboards; computer mice, and parts therefor; wrist rests for computer mouse users; headsets (2) Gaming mice; gaming keyboards

Goods & Services

Gaming mice; gaming mouse products, namely, gaming mice; USB computer gaming mouse

Goods & Services

Mouse mats (based on use in commerce); mousepads; computer peripherals.

Goods & Services

(1) Mouse mats; Mousepads; Computer peripherals, namely wrist pads and radiators for cooling computers.

Goods & Services

(Based on Use in Commerce) Mouse mats; Mousepads; Computer peripherals