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Electronics & Computing Hardware

Akeem Shannon

Flipstik adhesive smartphone stand

United StatesEvidence: high confidenceChecked July 2026

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Who is Akeem Shannon?

Akeem Shannon is an inventor associated with United States. Their documented work in electronics & computing hardware includes Flipstik adhesive smartphone stand, the contribution at the center of this evidence-backed profile.

Shannon developed Flipstik, a reusable adhesive phone mount and kickstand that uses synthetic-setae material to hold a device on smooth surfaces for hands-free recording or viewing.

Known forFlipstik adhesive smartphone stand
FieldElectronics & Computing Hardware
Associated withUnited States
Evidence reviewed4 sources
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What did Akeem Shannon invent?

inventor and founder

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What did Akeem Shannon accomplish?

The patented hardware accessory moved beyond a prototype into national retail distribution and a continuing physical-product line.

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What is known about Akeem Shannon today?

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office named Shannon as Flipstik founder and CEO in its 11 June 2024 Proud Innovation program, after his 2024 patent grant.