ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 2 -- United States Patent no. 12,648,098, issued on June 2.
"Retro-styled mobile device video production platform with integrated storage" was invented by John Michael Smiles (South Burlington, Vt.).
According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "This invention is a camera accessory and storage system for smartphones consisting of a container resembling a vintage camera with internal storage space accessible via a pivotally attached door. The container features multiple mounting points, a built-in power source with charging ports, a smartphone mounting bracket, and a tripod mount. The system includes a microphone mount and accommodates various accessories such as a reel-to-reel magazine c...