Convertible bag for hands-free use of tablet computers

Abstract

The convertible bag for hands-free use of tablet computers may be worn as a regular cross-body or a shoulder bag, and as a backpack. By using magnets on the back of the bag and tablet casing, the bag may be converted into a mobile platform for using a tablet computer while standing up or sitting without the need to hold the tablet with one or both hands. Both hands are free to operate the tablet. In the hands-free mode the bag may be used, for example, when commuting by public transportation or for operation by students, medical personal, warehouse workers, journalists, etc. The bag may be worn comfortably when walking, running, riding a bicycle or a motorcycle when configured as a backpack or a “chest-pack.”

1 . A lightweight convertible bag streamlined for tablet use comprising at least:
 1. a case structure in the form of a rectangular box;   2. magnets located on the back side of the case structure;   3. a tablet shell casing that holds a tablet computer and can be attached to the case structure via coupling magnets;   4. a quickly adjustable strap comprising of;
 i. either nylon or polyester webbing material, 
 ii. the strap having two ends with two snap hooks on each end of the strap for quick attachment and detachment from the case structure, 
 iii. an adjustable cam buckle to quickly alter the length of the strap, 
   5. four attachment points at each corner of the case structure.   
     
     
         2 . The convertible bag of  claim 1  wherein the case structure can be carried as a backpack;
 1. the adjustable strap is attached to the attachment points of the case structure in a diagonal configuration and tightened until secure. 
 
     
     
         3 . The convertible bag of  claim 1  wherein the case structure can be positioned in front of the user's body as a hands-free platform:
 1. the adjustable strap is attached to the case structure in a diagonal configuration; 
 2. the case structure is positioned in front of the user, perpendicular to the user's torso, with the back of the case structure facing the user. 
 3. the case structure maintains a position perpendicular to the user because of the diagonal attachment point configuration of the strap, and the buttressing effect of the user's body against the case structure; 
 4. the tablet shell with a tablet inserted into the shell is attached to the back of the case structure via the coupling magnets located on the case structure and the tablet shell.