Computing device with dynamic ornamental appearance
CA 2447152 C · Owner: Kerr, Duncan · Inventors: Kerr, Duncan
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The invention pertains to electronic devices capable of dynamically changing their ornamental or decorative appearance i.e. the outer appearance as seen , by a user. The electronic devices generally include an illuminable housing. The illuminable housing, which includes at least one wall configured for the passage of light, is configured to enclose cover and protect a light , arrangement as well as functional components of the electronic device. The light arrangement, which generally includes one or more light sources is , configured to produce light for transmission through the light passing wall(s) of the illuminable housing. The transmitted light illuminates the wall(s) thus giving …
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- Filed June 14, 2002 and granted May 31, 2011. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended June 14, 2022.
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