Patent ID: 7333839
Filing Date: 2008-02-19
Classification: H04M

Abstract:
1. A reusable casing for a personal portable communication device having an operating face carrying a user interface including a plurality of user input elements, the casing comprising: a plurality of housing elements configured to define a cavity for receiving an engine providing the electronic functionality of the device and a battery for powering the engine; attaching elements configured to releasably attach the housing elements one to another to provide access to the cavity for receiving the engine; a dividing member configured to define a battery cavity accessible to the user and an engine cavity, the dividing member accommodating a connection between the battery and the engine, wherein the dividing member is replaceable to provide different respective volumes for the battery and engine cavities; mounts configured to removably mount the engine within the engine cavity; and mounts configured to removably mount the battery within the battery cavity.