KR20060126114A - Portable apparatus - Google Patents

Abstract

A portable device is provided to actively cope with a multimedia environment by arranging a display unit and plural keys at proper positions, and specially to enhance the convenience of a user in a game mode, a DMB mode or a complicated letter inputting mode. A portable device comprises a main body(100) and a display unit(200). The display unit(200) opens or closes a middle area(120) of an upper face of the main body(100) by rotating centering on the first hinge axis which is parallel with a longitudinal direction of the main body(100). The display unit(200) is held in the middle area(120) while its upper face and lower face are reversed or is maintained while being slantly cradled at the main body(100) by rotating centering on the second hinge axis which is vertical to the first hinge axis. The upper face of the main body(100) includes the first area(110) and the second area(130). The first area(100), located beside one end of the middle area(120), arranges the first keys. The second area(130), located beside the other end of the middle area(120), arranges the second keys. The middle area(120), recessed with being deeper than the first and the second area(110,130), arranges the third keys.

Description

Mobile device {PORTABLE APPARATUS}

1 is a perspective view showing a portable device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

2 is a front view of FIG. 1;

3 is a bottom view of FIG. 1.

4 and 5 are views showing a state in which the display unit of the portable device according to an embodiment of the present invention is mounted horizontally and tilted so that viewing a video is convenient.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to portable devices including cellular phones, personal digital assistants (PDAs), hand-held phones (HHPs), game phones, camera phones, DMB phones, and the like, in particular, in game mode and DMB mode. Relates to a portable device convenient for use in.

The term "portable device" of a conventional concept refers to an electronic device that a user can carry and wirelessly communicate with a counterpart. Such portable communication devices have been trending toward miniaturization, slimness, grip, and light weight in consideration of portability, and are moving toward a multi-mediaization direction to pursue more various functions. In particular, more and more portable terminals will be used for miniaturization, light weight, multifunction, and versatility, and will be modified to adapt to various multimedia environments or the Internet environment. In addition, the portable terminal is an electronic device commonly used anywhere in the world, men and women, and is being recognized as a necessity to carry around at all times.

Conventional portable communication devices are classified into various types in appearance. For example, portable communication devices are classified as bar-type, flip-type, or folder-type communication devices depending on their appearance. The bar-type communication device means that the single housing is configured as a bar-type, the flip-type communication device means that the flip is rotatably configured by the hinge device in the bar-type housing, the folder-type communication device is It is meant that the folder in a single bar-shaped housing is configured to be rotatably connected and folded by a hinge device.

In addition, portable communication devices may be classified into either a neck wearable type or a wrist wear type according to a wearable position or a manner of wearing. A necklace-type communication device refers to a portable method of wearing a terminal around a neck using a string, and a wrist-wear type communication device refers to a portable method of wearing a terminal around a wrist.

In addition, the portable communication device may be classified into a rotation-type or sliding-type communication device according to an opening and closing method. The rotation-type communication device means that the two housings are rotatably connected and opened while remaining facing each other, and the sliding-type communication device means that the two housings are opened and closed by sliding movement in the longitudinal direction. it means. The variously classified communication devices listed above will be readily understood by those of ordinary skill in the art.

In addition, conventional portable communication apparatuses are being converted into structures capable of communicating high-speed data in addition to voice communication functions. That is, as the needs of consumers increase, the service will be provided using a wireless communication technology that transmits high speed data.

Currently, camera lenses have been adopted in conventional portable communication devices, and transmission of video signals and the like has been made. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION In general, portable communication devices have been equipped with a camera lens module as an external type or a built-in type to perform a video call with a counterpart or photograph a desired subject.

However, since the display device employed in the conventional portable device is not fixedly mounted, specifically, a rotary motion, a swing motion, or the like, there is a problem in view of the displayed screen from the user's point of view. That is, the conventional display device is wider and inclined so that it is convenient to see when sufficient reagents are secured. Furthermore, in the future, entertainment content such as games should be incorporated into the portable device, and the portable device should be able to watch various videos such as DMB. Therefore, the optimal interfacing environment of the user is considered to be the most important factor in the portable device. It's going.

Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to provide a portable device that is convenient to use while optimizing a user interface environment in game mode and DMB mode.

Another object of the present invention is to provide a portable device that is convenient for viewing and key manipulation in game mode or DMB mode.

Another object of the present invention is to provide a portable device capable of protecting a display device when not in use.

Still another object of the present invention is to provide a portable device with which a complicated data input operation is convenient.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides a portable device,

Main body; And

The upper and lower surfaces of the main body part are rotated about the first hinge axis parallel to the longitudinal direction to open and close the middle area of the upper surface of the main body part, and the upper and lower surfaces thereof are rotated about the second hinge axis which is perpendicular to the first hinge axis. And a display unit accommodated in the intermediate region or maintained inclined from the main body, and arranged side by side along the main body length direction.

Hereinafter, with reference to the accompanying drawings will be described in detail a preferred embodiment of the present invention. In describing the present invention, specific descriptions of related well-known functions or configurations are omitted in order not to obscure the subject matter of the present invention.

As shown in FIGS. 1 to 4, the portable device according to the present invention is a portable device which is convenient for use in QWERTY keyboard input, DMB mode, or game mode, and includes a main body 100 and the main body 100. It consists of a display unit 200 for opening and closing a predetermined position on the upper surface of the main body portion 100 by rotating and swivel operation, by placing an optimal user infant in place of the main body portion 100 and the display portion 200 It is a convenient mobile device to use in mode. Specifically, the portable device according to the present invention rotates about a bar-shaped and plate-shaped main body part 100 and a first hinge axis parallel to a longitudinal direction of the main body part 100 so as to rotate the main body part 100. The upper surface middle region 120 is opened, and is rotated about the second hinge axis facing in a direction perpendicular to the first hinge axis to be accommodated in the intermediate region 120 with the upper and lower surfaces thereof inverted, or the main body portion 100. The display unit 200 maintains an inclined mounting state and is arranged side by side in the longitudinal direction of the main body unit 100.

1, 2 and 4, the body portion 100 has an upper surface and a lower surface. The upper surface is divided into three regions and includes a first region 110 provided in one direction about the intermediate region 120 and a second region 130 provided in another direction about the intermediate region. . The intermediate region 120 is recessed to a predetermined depth than the first and second regions 110 and 130. Therefore, the recessed space is used as an accommodation space of the display unit 200.

First keys 112 are arranged in the first area 110 and a plurality of keys are arranged. Second keys 132 are arranged in the second area 130, and a plurality of keys are arranged. Third keys 122 formed of an arrangement of a plurality of keys are disposed in the intermediate region 120. The first keys 112 are mainly composed of keys associated with numbers, the second keys 132 are composed of four-way keys for game use only, and the third keys 122 are QWERTY keys associated with characters. It consists of. The number of the third keys 122 is most used for text input, and the second keys 132 are configured for the smallest number of games. Of course, the selected keys 112a of the first keys 112 and the second keys 132 are used in the game mode. In particular, the intermediate region 120 is further provided with a receiving groove 123 recessed to a predetermined depth. Accordingly, the third keys 122 are disposed in the receiving groove 123, and each key top of the third keys 122 prevents contact with the upper or lower surface of the display unit 200. . In particular, the key top is prevented from coming into contact with the display screen on which the display device 212 of the display unit is disposed, thereby preventing scratches or dirt on the display screen.

In addition, a speaker device 134 is further disposed at the center of the four-way keys 132. The four-way keys 132 are keys used in the game mode, in particular, the key operation of the left hand.

As shown in FIG. 1, the display unit 200 includes a display device 212 provided on an upper surface thereof, and a fourth key 214 neighboring the display device 212. The fourth key 214 is composed of a key related to the DMB mode.

As shown in FIG. 3, the camera lens 140, the lighting device 142, and the battery pack 144 are disposed on the bottom surface 102 of the main body part 100.

As shown in FIG. 4, the hinge unit 240 rotatably connecting the display unit 200 with respect to the first and second hinge axes in the main body unit 100 is along one end of the main body unit 100. Is placed. That is, the hinge portion 240 is elongated to be coupled in the longitudinal direction of the main body portion 100.

When the display unit 200 is rotated at a predetermined angle about the first hinge axis in the same state as in FIG. 1, and then the display unit 200 is rotated about the second hinge axis, the display unit 200 is in a state as illustrated in FIG. 4. In particular, since the longitudinal direction of the main body unit 100 and the longitudinal direction of the display unit 200 are parallel, they remain parallel at all times regardless of whether the display unit 200 is rotated. This is because the hinge portion 240 is connected so that the longitudinal direction of the main body portion 100 and the longitudinal direction of the display portion 200 are parallel to each other.

1 is preferably used in a call mode or a game mode, and FIG. 4 is preferably used in a DMB mode. In FIG. 1, the selected keys of the first keys 112 and the second keys 132 are used in the game mode. In FIG. 4, the display device 200 is in a horizontal view state and is conveniently viewed in an inclined state so that the display device 200 is inclined and stable to provide a convenient viewing angle.

As described above, the present invention can actively cope with the multimedia environment by placing the display unit and a plurality of keys in place. In particular, the present invention achieves an advantage that is convenient for use in game mode, DMB mode, or complex character input mode. Meanwhile, in the detailed description of the present invention, specific embodiments have been described, but it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various modifications are possible without departing from the scope of the present invention.

Claims (7)

In a portable device, Main body; And The upper and lower surfaces of the main body part are rotated about the first hinge axis parallel to the longitudinal direction to open and close the middle area of the upper surface of the main body part, and the upper and lower surfaces thereof are rotated about the second hinge axis which is perpendicular to the first hinge axis. And a display unit which is accommodated in the intermediate region or is inclined at the main body unit and arranged side by side in the longitudinal direction of the main body unit. The method of claim 1, wherein the upper surface of the body portion A first area provided in one direction of the intermediate area and including first keys formed of an arrangement of a plurality of keys; And A second area provided in another direction of the intermediate area and including second keys formed of an arrangement of a plurality of keys; And the intermediate area is recessed to a predetermined depth than the first and second areas, and includes third keys formed of an arrangement of a plurality of keys. 3. The method of claim 2, wherein the intermediate region is recessed to a predetermined depth, and further includes a receiving groove in which the third keys are disposed, thereby preventing contact between the key top of the third keys and the display unit. Characterized by a portable device. The method of claim 2, wherein the first keys are mainly composed of keys related to numeric keys, the second keys are composed of four-way keys for game use only, and the third keys are composed of QWERTY keys associated with characters. Portable device characterized in that the. 5. A portable device according to claim 4, wherein a speaker device is further disposed at the center of said fourth directional keys. The method of claim 1, wherein the display unit A display device on its upper surface; And And a fourth key neighboring the display device. The portable device of claim 1, wherein the length direction of the display unit and the length direction of the main body unit are always parallel regardless of whether the display unit is rotated.

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