COVER FOR ELECTRONIC TOUCHSCREEN DEVICE

A cover for an electronic touchscreen device is provided. The cover includes a coupling member and a device housing, which secures therein the electronic touchscreen device. The coupling member includes a front plate that is releasably coupled to the device housing. The coupling member further includes a coupling body that releasably couples the cover to a user's vest, backpack, or other portable item. The front plate and the coupling body are configured to move with respect to one another to transition the cover between closed and open positions. The device housing further includes a housing lid and a housing body. The housing lid and housing body cooperate to secure therebetween the touchscreen device. The user operates the touchscreen device through the housing lid and conductive components thereof under the condition that the cover is in the open position. The device is protected in the closed position.