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1. A support system for adjustably supporting an electronic device, such as a smart phone, a tablet, etc., so that the display of the device is held substantially steady for use by a device user, the support system configured for engagement with a cup-holder, such as those found on automotive vehicles, the support system comprising:
an insert comprising a rigid yet flexible material, the insert having a shape configured to snugly fit within the interior of a cup-holder; a device cradle comprising a back plate against which the electronic device may rest, a ledge upon which the electronic device may rest, and adjustable first and second side panels configured to snugly engage the side of the electronic device when it is resting upon the ledge and against the back plate, the adjustable first and second side panels being movable from a first open position, wider than the width of the electronic device, and a second closed position, substantially equal to the width of the electronic device so that the device cradle may snugly cradle the electronic device in a substantially steady position even when the user is driving an automotive vehicle within which the cup-holder resides; and an extension member affixed to the insert at a first end of the extension member and affixed to the device cradle at a second end of the extension member, the extension member comprising a substantially rigid material to aid in keeping the device cradle substantially steady while the support system is in use, wherein the support system, when placed within a cup-holder for use, permits a user to view and operate the electronic device while it is suspended above the cup-holder in a substantially steady position sufficient for the user to effectively view and operate the electronic device. |
