Patent application title:

Cellphone Billfold

Publication number:

US20250344821A1

Publication date:
Application number:

18/661,586

Filed date:

2024-05-11

Smart Summary: A new accessory for cell phones combines a wallet with the phone itself. It has two sections separated by a fold, allowing easy access to both. One section features cutouts for the camera lens and includes compartments for storing items. The other section also has a cutout for the camera and contains a mirror or reflective surface inside. There are slots for credit cards and a pocket for paper money, making it convenient to carry essentials. πŸš€ TL;DR

Abstract:

A cell phone accessory includes a billfold attached to a back side of the cell phone and a fold along a long side of the cell phone separating two sections. A first section of the two sections includes a camera lens first cutout, an inside comprising multiple compartments and an outside. A second section of the two sections includes a camera lens second cutout, an inside and an outside. Embodiments of the disclosure include a pocket and a plurality of credit card slots. A mirror or a reflective surface is disposed on the inside of the second section. The paper currency pocket is usually parallel with the fold and the multiple credit card slots configured orthogonal to the paper currency pocket.

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Classification:

A45C11/182 »  CPC main

Receptacles for purposes not provided for in groups -; Ticket-holders or the like Credit card holders

A45C11/18 IPC

Receptacles for purposes not provided for in groups - Ticket-holders or the like

A45C11/00 IPC

Receptacles for purposes not provided for in groups -

Description

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

A cell phone accessory includes a billfold attached to a back side of the cell phone and a fold along a long side of the cell phone separating two sections. A first section of the two sections includes a camera lens first cutout, an inside comprising multiple compartments and an outside. A second section of the two sections includes a camera lens second cutout, an inside and an outside. Embodiments of the disclosure include a pocket and a plurality of credit card slots. A mirror or a reflective surface is disposed on the inside of the second section. The paper currency pocket is usually parallel with the fold and the multiple credit card slots configured orthogonal to the paper currency pocket.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a back side perspective view of the closed cellphone billfold in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 2 is a back side perspective view of the opened cellphone billfold in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Throughout the description, similar reference numbers may be used to identify similar elements depicted in multiple embodiments. Although specific embodiments of the invention have been described and illustrated, the invention is not to be limited to the specific forms or arrangements of parts so described and illustrated. The scope of the invention is to be defined by the claims appended hereto and their equivalents.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Reference will now be made to exemplary embodiments illustrated in the drawings and specific language will be used herein to describe the same. It will nevertheless be understood that no limitation of the scope of the disclosure is thereby intended. Alterations and further modifications of the inventive features illustrated herein and additional applications of the principles of the inventions as illustrated herein, which would occur to one skilled in the relevant art and having possession of this disclosure, are to be considered within the scope of the invention.

The Cellphone Billfold provides users with a functional hidden compartment on the back of a cell phone. For many individuals, carrying bulky wallets and cluttered purses can be incredibly inconvenient when attempting to access personal beauty products. The necessity to carry multiple separate essentials further increases the likelihood of item, card, and/or bill misplacement. The disclosure offers a modern accessory that eliminates the need for carrying bulky wallets or purses by allowing users to conveniently transport their credit cards and cash within their phones. Designed to complement the average mobile phone, the disclosure introduces a novel discreet hidden compartment that is built into the back of the device. With an effortless open-close capability, this compartment grants immediate access to three cardholders for securing credit cards or a few bills. To enhance functionality, the disclosure is equipped with a built-in mirror on the opposite side of the compartment to offer a quick and easy way to check appearance without relying on a phone's camera. This innovative, top-quality product not only helps users safely and securely store their cards and bills; thus, eliminating the need to carry multiple different bags or purses, but also provides a convenient means of checking a mirror directly from their phones.

FIG. 1 is a back side perspective view of the closed cellphone billfold in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The view includes the cellphone A hardcase, the camera cutout or opening B, the latch C or magnetic closure M, the credit card slots D, the mirror or reflective surface E, the paper money pocket F, and the fold or hinge G.

FIG. 2 is a back side perspective view of the opened cellphone billfold in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The view includes the cellphone A hardcase, the camera cutout or opening B, the latch C, and the fold or hinge G.

A cell phone accessory includes a billfold attached to a back side of the cell phone and comprising a fold along a long side of the cell phone separating two sections. A first section of the two sections includes a camera lens first cutout, an inside comprising multiple compartments and an outside. A second section of the two sections includes a camera lens second cutout, an inside and an outside.

Embodiments of the disclosure include a pocket and a plurality of credit card slots. The billfold is attached to the back side of the cell phone via a hook and a loop surface on respective sides. The two sections comprises a long side and a short side equal to the long side and a short side of the cell phone. A magnetic latch fastens the two sections together. A mirror or a reflective surface is disposed on the inside of the second section.

Other embodiments include a combined thickness of the first section and the second section being less than one fourth a thickness of the cell phone. The outside of the first section is attached to the backside of the cell phone or the outside of the second section is attached to the backside of the cell phone via an adhesive.

A paper currency pocket inside the first section shares an underside space of the first section with a plurality of credit card slots. The paper currency pocket is usually parallel with the fold and the multiple credit card slots configured orthogonal to the paper currency pocket.

Although the operations of the method(s) herein are shown and described in a particular order, the order of the operations of each method may be altered so that certain operations may be performed in an inverse order or so that certain operations may be performed, at least in part, concurrently with other operations. In another embodiment, instructions or sub-operations of distinct operations may be implemented in an intermittent and/or alternating manner.

Claims

What is claimed is:

1. A cell phone accessory comprising:

a billfold attached to a back side of the cell phone and comprising a fold along a long side of the cell phone separating two sections;

a first section of the two sections comprising a camera lens first cutout, an inside comprising a plurality of compartments and an outside; and

a second section of the two sections comprising a camera lens second cutout, an inside and an outside.

2. The cell phone accessory of claim 1, wherein the plurality of compartments comprise a pocket and a plurality of credit card slots.

3. The cell phone accessory of claim 1, wherein the billfold is attached to the back side of the cell phone via a hook and a loop surface on respective sides.

4. The cell phone accessory of claim 1, wherein each of the two sections comprises a long side and a short side equal to the long side and a short side of the cell phone.

5. The cell phone accessory of claim 1, wherein the plurality of compartments comprises a plurality of credit card slots.

6. The cell phone accessory of claim 1, wherein the plurality of compartments comprises a plurality of pockets.

7. The cell phone accessory of claim 1, further comprising a magnetic latch configured to fasten the two sections together.

8. The cell phone accessory of claim 1, further comprising a latch configured to fasten the two sections together.

9. The cell phone accessory of claim 1, further comprising a mirror disposed on the inside of the second section.

10. The cell phone accessory of claim 1, further comprising a reflective surface on the inside of the second section.

11. The cell phone accessory of claim 1, wherein a combined thickness of the first section and the second section is less than one fourth a thickness of the cell phone.

12. The cell phone accessory of claim 1, wherein the outside of the first section is attached to the backside of the cell phone.

13. The cell phone accessory of claim 1, wherein the outside of the second section is attached to the backside of the cell phone via an adhesive.

14. The cell phone accessory of claim 1, wherein a paper currency pocket inside the first section shares an underside space with a plurality of credit card slots.

15. The cell phone accessory of claim 1, further comprising a paper currency pocket configured parallel with the fold and a plurality of credit card slots configured orthogonal to the paper currency pocket.

16. The cell phone accessory of claim 1, wherein the fold is a hinge.

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