ACCESSORY COVER FOR A PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE

摘要

An accessory for a portable electronic device comprises an outer cover having a power diverter coupleable to a parent power source for powering the portable electronic device, and a charging point associated with the parent power source. The accessory has a dockable accessory, typically an earpiece, that has its own power source. The device has a docking position for locating the earpiece in charging proximity to the charging point to charge the earpiece power source from the parent power source. The ability to charge the accessory in this way allows an accessory that is actively powered. The earpiece can also be wirelessly connected to the device when withdrawn from the docking position for operation.