Card cradle system and method

摘要

A system comprising a card device for effectuating a transaction when presented to a transaction terminal, the card device including a memory and a first energy source, the source for powering the memory for a period of time, and a card cradle carrier for storing the card device when the card device is not engaged in the transaction. The card cradle carrier is formed of a substantially rigid material and forms at least a portion of a personal effect. In accordance with the teachings of the present invention, the card cradle carrier includes a second energy source for recharging the first energy source when the card device is received for storage by the card cradle carrier.