Functional protective cover for portable audio and video devices

Abstract

Described herein is a protective cover composed of a semi-rigid wrap that adheres to a handheld audio and/or video device. The cover preserves the integrity of the design of the handheld device as well as allows the end-user to operate the device without removing the cover.

1 . A protective cover for a handheld audio or video device comprising a flexible, transparent material, wherein the cover is designed to wrap around the device and adhere to the device. 
   
   
       2 . The protective cover of  claim 1 , wherein the device comprises a cell phone, a MP3 player, or a digital camera. 
   
   
       3 . The protective cover of  claim 1 , wherein the device comprises an iPod, an iPhone, or an iPod touch. 
   
   
       4 . The protective cover of  claim 1 , wherein the material comprises a polyester, a cellulose acetate, high density polyethylene, or polypropylene. 
   
   
       5 . The protective cover of  claim 1 , wherein the material comprises polyvinyl chloride. 
   
   
       6 . The protective cover of  claim 1 , wherein the material comprises a thickness of 5 gauge to 40 gauge. 
   
   
       7 . The protective cover of  claim 1 , wherein the material comprises polyvinyl chloride comprising a 15 gauge to 25 gauge. 
   
   
       8 . The protective cover of  claim 6 , wherein the material comprises polyvinyl chloride comprising a thickness of 20 gauge. 
   
   
       9 . The protective cover of  claim 1 , wherein the cover comprises a plurality of holes that are positioned over an audio component of the device. 
   
   
       10 . The protective cover of  claim 1 , wherein the cover comprises an opening for receiving an antenna. 
   
   
       11 . The protective cover of  claim 1 , wherein the cover consists essentially of a flexible, transparent material, wherein the cover is designed to wrap around the device and adhere to the device.