AUXILIARY OPTICAL DEVICES

摘要

Disclosed in some examples are auxiliary optical systems for removably attaching to mobile devices, including mobile telephones with onboard cameras, to provide enhanced optical features. Some auxiliary optical systems can be configured to attach to multiple different types and sizes of mobile devices. Some auxiliary optical systems can be configured to attach to a mobile device that includes a protruding onboard camera. For example, in some embodiments, a retainer portion of an auxiliary optical system can comprise a region for receiving the protruding onboard camera in a clearance or friction fit.

主权项

1. An auxiliary optical system configured to be removably attachable to a mobile electronic communication device having a protruding onboard camera on a front face and a smooth, continuous protruding ring surrounding the onboard camera, the auxiliary optical system comprising:
a retainer portion configured to be removably attachable to the mobile electronic communication device, the retainer portion comprising at least a front portion configured to contact a front face of the mobile electronic communication device and at least a second portion configured to contact another face or edge of the mobile electronic communication device; at least one optical component attached or attachable to the retainer portion such that the optical component is configured to be in optical communication with the onboard camera of the mobile electronic communication device when the retainer portion is attached to the mobile electronic communication device; wherein the retainer portion is configured to be moved into position on the mobile electronic communication device such that the retainer portion contacts the front face of the mobile electronic communication device in a region adjacent to the protruding ring in a secure manner that resists sliding.