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San Jose, CA, United States of America

Hello Direct, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 32

% Expired Patents = 9.4

Forward Citations = 701

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23 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Peter O Schmidt (12 out of 19 patents)

John Harry Magnasco (10 out of 25 patents)

Jeffrey S Jones (8 out of 11 patents)

4. Bruce W Stelman (7 out of 7 patents)

5. Michael T Wise (6 out of 7 patents)

6. Ron Van Thiel (5 out of 7 patents)

7. Eric K Maxon (5 out of 5 patents)

8. Paul Espinola (4 out of 4 patents)

9. Kenneth G Olson (4 out of 8 patents)

10. Susan J Britto (4 out of 4 patents)

11. John W Toor (2 out of 31 patents)

12. Robert L Lathrop (2 out of 11 patents)

13. Joseph Myatt (2 out of 2 patents)

14. Richard J Lutzinger (2 out of 2 patents)

15. Jim Sacherman (2 out of 6 patents)

Core Competencies:

Smart Interface Technology

Multimedia Adapter

Headset Amplifier

Telephone Switching System

Remote Telephone Transceiver

Intra-Concha Stabilizer

Automatic Answering Device

Teleconferencing Device

Cordless Telephone

Lapel Microphone

Earbud Stabilizer

Adaptive Handset Interface

32 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 7831038 - Smart interface technology (2010-11-09),

2. 7162016 - Multimedia adapter for headset amplifier (2007-01-09),

3. 7031454 - Method and apparatus for interfacing telephone apparatus to a digital, analog or hybrid telephone switching system (2006-04-18),

4. 6892426 - Electronic device utilizing a clip and method for providing the same (2005-05-17),

5. D494574 - Headset amplifier (2004-08-18),

6. 6775390 - Headset with movable earphones (2004-08-10),

7. D493175 - Multimedia adapter for a headset amplifier (2004-07-21),

8. 6683949 - Handset port interface including DC measurement and transmit path calibration (2004-01-27),

9. D475994 - Headset amplifier and multimedia adapter (2003-06-18),

10. D468722 - Headset with moveable earphones (2003-01-15),

11. D462337 - Base for a remote telephone transceiver (2002-09-04),

12. D455418 - Base for a headset (2002-04-10),

13. D454556 - Remote telephone transceiver (2002-03-20),

14. 6343126 - Method and apparatus for interfacing analog telephone apparatus to a digital, analog or hybrid telephone switching system (2002-01-29),

15. 6320960 - Headset with adjustable earpiece (2001-11-20),

Hello Direct, Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, specializing in communication solutions. The organization develops and manufactures a range of products designed to enhance audio and visual communication, including headsets, speakerphones, and other related accessories. With a focus on improving user experience in both personal and professional settings, Hello Direct serves various industries by providing innovative tools that facilitate effective communication and collaboration.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 29 2026

32 Patents

#252 in San Jose, CA

#2,530 in California

#10,583 in US

#20,645 in the World

San Jose, CA, United States of America

Hello Direct, Inc.

Forward Citations = 701

23 inventors:

Peter O Schmidt (12 out of 19 patents)

John Harry Magnasco (10 out of 25 patents)

Jeffrey S Jones (8 out of 11 patents)

4. Bruce W Stelman (7 out of 7 patents)

5. Michael T Wise (6 out of 7 patents)

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