Wireless speaker and system

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9883265
SERIAL NO

14987731

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A wireless audio speaker system that includes a speaker main unit and multiple functions provided by exchangeable accessories is disclosed. The speaker main unit includes a top sleeve and a bottom sleeve that covers the external surface of a more internal enclosure that houses the main unit electronics and circuitry. External electrical and mechanical connectors are configured to be positioned on speaker unit and are adapted to being connected to the accessories. One external connector is positioned on the top sleeve for passing power and audio signals between the speaker main unit and an accessory component that is mounted to the top sleeve. A second connector is configured to be positioned on the bottom sleeve for passing audio signals between the speaker main unit and a second speaker that is stacked to the bottom sleeve via stacking plate. Multiple exchangeable accessory components are described to seamlessly supplement functionality and enhance user experience.

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ZAGG INC910 WEST LEGACY CENTER WAY SUITE 500 MIDVALE UT 84047

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Berrett, Bryan Richard Highland, US 4 61
Cheney, John Craig Orem, US 29 410
Fathollahi, Andy Corona Del Mar, US 155 3297

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