JP4708294B2 - Portable electronic devices - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a portable electronic device.

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, in a mobile phone device capable of displaying a large amount of information such as a TV phone or an e-mail, a first display unit (front display unit) is connected to the display unit and a second display unit is connected to a side surface of the display unit by a hinge. When a (rear display unit) is provided and the second display unit is expanded, both display units are arranged in parallel and are configured to be operable in a two-screen mode (for example, Patent Documents). 1).
JP 2005-223507 A

  By the way, when the above-described cellular phone device is set to the two-screen mode, the second display portion has a shape protruding from the device body to the side portion, the portability is deteriorated, and the size of the display portion is also provided with the operation portion. However, there is a limit in relation.

  Therefore, the present invention has been made in view of the above-described circumstances, and provides a portable electronic device that enables large-screen display while maintaining portability.

In order to solve the above-described problems, the present invention includes a first housing and a second housing, and the first housing and the second housing can be opened and closed via a connecting portion. And a first display unit for displaying various information on the inner surface side of the first casing in the closed state, and a second display unit on the inner surface side of the second casing . In the portable electronic device configured such that the display unit and the second display unit can be connected to each other in the vertical direction and the horizontal direction via the connection unit, the connection unit is an outer surface of the first housing. A pivotable sliding bearing disposed on both the side and the outer surface side of the second housing, and a connecting rod that is connected to the sliding bearing and can be expanded and contracted. A pivotable hinge portion .
By comprising in this way, the structure of the display screen formed with a 1st display part and a 2nd display part can be changed according to a use.

The first display unit and the second display unit are configured to be capable of detecting a development position of each other and displaying one screen on the two display units.
With this configuration, it is possible to recognize the positional relationship between the first display unit and the second display unit and display an image.

At least one of the first display unit and the second display unit is provided with a touch panel function.
With this configuration, the operation unit including buttons can be eliminated, and a numeric keypad and a keyboard can be displayed on the display unit only when necessary.

  According to the first aspect of the present invention, since the configuration of the display screen formed by the first display unit and the second display unit can be changed according to the application, necessary information can be displayed in an appropriate large screen shape. There is an effect that can be displayed.

  According to the second aspect of the invention, since the image can be displayed by recognizing the positional relationship between the first display unit and the second display unit, the first display unit and the second display unit are accurate. There is an effect that a large screen can be displayed.

  According to the invention described in claim 3, since the operation unit including buttons can be eliminated and a numeric keypad and a keyboard can be displayed on the display unit only when necessary, a large screen can be maintained while maintaining the size of the portable electronic device. There is an effect that display can be realized.

  According to the invention described in claim 4, since a communication line capable of communication between the first casing and the second casing can be arranged inside the connecting rod, The second casing can be connected to both the vertical direction and the horizontal direction, and there is an effect that a large screen display can be enabled.

  According to the fifth aspect of the present invention, since the first casing and the second casing can be easily connected in the vertical direction and the horizontal direction by magnetic force, it is possible to easily display a large screen. There is an effect that can be done.

  According to the invention described in claim 6, since both the first casing and the second casing can independently secure the power source, the gap between the first casing and the second casing can be ensured. This eliminates the need for a power line connecting the, and makes it possible to display a large screen display for a long time.

  According to the invention described in claim 7, since the communication line connecting the first casing and the second casing is not necessary, various information can be exchanged wirelessly, and the structure is large with an easy structure. There is an effect that the screen can be displayed.

  According to the eighth aspect of the present invention, since the microphone unit and the speaker unit can be accommodated in each display unit, the display unit can be formed larger, and a large screen display can be realized. There is.

(First embodiment)
Next, a first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. The embodiment described here is a case where the present invention is applied to a mobile phone.
As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, a mobile phone (mobile electronic device) 10 includes a first casing 1 and a second casing 2 that can be overlapped in the thickness direction of the first casing 1. And a connecting portion 3 that connects these two casings 1 and 2 to each other. The connecting portion 3 includes spherical sliding bearings (bearings) 7 and 8 provided in substantially hemispherical concave portions 5 and 6 formed on the outer surfaces 1a and 2a of the two casings 1 and 2; And a connecting rod 9 for connecting the two. The connecting rod is configured to be extendable and bendable. In addition, the connection part 3 is distribute | arranged so that each edge part 1b, 2b (henceforth base end part 1b, 2b) side of the two housings | casings 1 and 2 may be connected.

  The inner surface 1c of the first housing 1 is provided with a first display unit 11 having a first display surface 11a for displaying various types of information such as characters, symbols and figures, and a microphone unit 12 for calling. The first display unit 11 includes an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display), an organic EL (Electro Luminescence) display, an inorganic EL display, and the like, and the display surface 11a overlaps the two casings 1 and 2 with each other. In this state, the second casing 2 is exposed to the outside from the inner surface 1c of the first casing 1 facing the second casing 2. The first display unit 11 has a touch panel function, and is configured to be able to display various pressable operation keys such as a call key, a call end key, a numeric keypad, and a keyboard as necessary. The microphone portion 12 is disposed on the distal end portion 1d side of the first housing 1 located on the side opposite to the base end portion 1b, and from the inner surface 1c of the first housing 1 to the first housing 1. It is exposed to the outside through an opening 1e that penetrates the internal space.

Further, on the inner surface 2c of the second casing 2, a second display unit 21 having a second display surface 21a for displaying various kinds of information such as characters, symbols, and figures and a speaker unit 13 for calling are provided. .
The second display unit 21 includes an LCD, an organic EL display, an inorganic EL display, and the like. The display surface 12a of the second display unit 21 is in the state where the two casings 1 and 2 are overlapped with each other. Is exposed to the outside from the inner surface 2c of the second housing 2 facing the surface. Here, it is preferable that the 2nd display part 21 and the 1st display part 11 are comprised with the display of the same style. The speaker unit 13 is disposed on the distal end portion 2d side of the second housing 2 located on the side opposite to the base end portion 2b, and from the inner surface 2c of the second housing 2 to the second housing 2. It is exposed to the outside through an opening 2e that penetrates the internal space.

  Next, a plurality of operation keys 15 that can be pressed are provided on the side surface 1 f of the first housing 1. In addition, a storage section in which the battery 17 is stored is provided on the distal end portion 1d side of the outer surface 1a of the first housing 1, and a detachable battery lid 19 is provided so as to cover the storage section. .

Next, on the outer surface 2a side of the second housing 2, a third display unit 23 having a display surface 23a for displaying various information such as characters, symbols, and figures is provided.
The third display unit 23 is configured by a monochrome LCD having a backlight that emits white light, for example, outward from the outer surface 2a of the second housing 2 located on the opposite side to the inner surface 2c. . That is, the display surface 23 a of the third display unit 23 is disposed outward from the outer surface 2 a of the second housing 2 regardless of the open / closed state of the two housings 1 and 2.

  Further, the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are configured to be able to hold the closed state using a magnet (not shown) or the like in the closed state.

As shown in FIG. 3, the connecting portion 3 includes metal bearings 7 and 8 and a metal connecting rod 9. The bearings 7 and 8 and the connecting rod 9 are joined by welding. The connecting rod 9 includes eight members 9a to 9h having a substantially rectangular shape in plan view. The member 9a can be slid and accommodated in the member 9b, and the member 9b can be slid and accommodated in the member 9c. is there. Similarly, the member 9h can be accommodated in the member 9g, and the member 9g is configured to be accommodated in the member 9f. A rotatable hinge 9i is provided between the member 9c and the member 9d. Similarly, a hinge 9j is provided between the member 9d and the member 9e, and a hinge 9j is provided between the member 9e and the member 9f. The hinge 9k is provided.
The long side of the member 9d is formed slightly longer than the thickness of the second housing 2, and the long side of the member 9e is formed slightly longer than the thickness of the first housing 1.

  Further, through holes (not shown) are formed in the members 9a to 9h, and communication lines are arranged in the through holes so as to connect the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 to each other. The communication lines are inserted into holes (not shown) formed in the bearings 7 and 8, and the communication lines that have passed through the bearings 7 and 8 are taken out from other holes formed in the bearings 7 and 8, The communication line is guided to the inside of the first casing 1 and the second casing 2, and the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are configured to be able to communicate with each other.

  Furthermore, it is configured to be able to recognize manually or automatically whether the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are connected in the vertical direction or in the horizontal direction. And optimal image display.

Next, the operation of the mobile phone 10 of this embodiment will be described.
When the mobile phone 10 is not in use, the first housing 1 and the second housing 2 are placed in an overlapped state (closed state), and when using a telephone, mail, TV, Internet, etc. The first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are used in an open state via the connecting portion 3.

Here, explanations are given when using a telephone.
When using the telephone, the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are opened so as to be connected in the vertical direction (see FIG. 1). At this time, the connecting part 3 is expanded and contracted by accommodating the member of the connecting rod 9 in the adjacent member, and the hinge part is rotated, The casings 1 and 2 can be moved along the outer surfaces 1a and 2a (see FIG. 2). At this time, it is preferable to arrange magnets or the like on the contact surfaces of the casings 1 and 2 so that the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 can be maintained in the state of being connected in the vertical direction.
Next, when the first display surface 11a or the operation key 15 is pressed, a numeric keypad or the like necessary for using the telephone is displayed on the first display unit 11. Since the first display unit 11 has a touch panel function, the same function as a conventional button type operation unit can be achieved by pressing the first display surface 11a.

Next, an explanation will be given when using the Internet.
When using the Internet, the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 can be connected in the vertical direction as in the case of using the telephone. Since 12 is configured in a vertically long shape, the Internet screen cannot be viewed unless the characters are displayed small, and the visibility is not so good. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the two display units 11 and 12 are connected in the horizontal direction.

  As shown in FIG. 4, when the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are connected in the horizontal direction, the display screen configured by the first display unit 11 and the second display unit 21 is vertically It becomes a horizontally long shape compared with the case where it is connected in the direction, and can be approximated to the shape of a liquid crystal display of a general personal computer. Here, when the 1st display part 11 and the 2nd display part 21 are connected in the horizontal direction, it detects that and it is comprised so that one large screen display can be performed with the two display parts 11 and 12. FIG. ing. By configuring in this way and combining the first display unit 11 and the second display unit 21 into one display screen, the Internet screen can be more easily viewed. Here, it is possible to browse the Internet using the operation keys 15 and the touch panel function. In order to make the Internet easier to use, it is preferable to provide not only the first display unit 11 but also the second display unit 21 with a touch panel function.

  As shown in FIG. 5, when the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are connected in the lateral direction, the connecting portion 3 rotates the bearings 7 and 8 to rotate the first casing. The casings 1 and 2 are moved so that the first casing 2 and the second casing 2 are connected in the horizontal direction, and the length and angle of the connecting rod 9 are adjusted so that the outer surfaces 1a and 2a of the casings 1 and 2 are adjusted. The connecting rod 9 is arranged so as to follow. At this time, it is preferable to arrange magnets or the like (not shown) on the side surfaces of the casings 1 and 2 so that the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 can be maintained in a state where they are connected in the lateral direction.

  Therefore, according to the above-described embodiment, the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are configured to be connectable in the vertical direction and the horizontal direction via the connecting portion 3. When the direction is used properly, particularly when connected in the horizontal direction, a large screen display such as the Internet or TV can be made possible.

  In the above-described embodiment, the first housing 1 and the second housing 2 are connected to each other with a bearing and a connecting rod. There is no need to be concerned with structure.

(Second embodiment)
Next, 2nd embodiment of this invention is described based on FIGS. The embodiment described here is the same as the first embodiment, and the present invention is applied to a mobile phone. Moreover, the thing of the same structure as 1st embodiment attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part, and abbreviate | omits detailed description.
As shown in FIG. 6, the mobile phone (mobile electronic device) 20 includes a first housing 1 and a second housing 2 that can be overlapped in the thickness direction of the first housing 1. ing. The two casings 1 and 2 are configured to be connected by a magnet (not shown) in the closed state and the open state.

As shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, when the mobile phone 20 is used, the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are connected in the vertical direction or the horizontal direction. When used in the vertical direction, the first short-range communication unit 53 provided on the base end side surface 1g on the base end 1b side of the first housing 1 and the base end 2b of the second housing 2 are used. The second short-range communication unit 54 provided on the proximal side surface 2g on the side is disposed so as to be opposed to each other, and is configured to be able to communicate between the first housing 1 and the second housing 2. . Here, each near field communication part is comprised so that communication is possible by infrared rays.
Further, when the mobile phone 20 is connected in the horizontal direction, the third short-range communication unit 51 provided on the side surface 1f of the first housing 1 and the side surface 2f of the second housing 2 are used. It arrange | positions so that the provided 4th short-range communication part 52 may oppose, and it is comprised so that communication between the 1st housing | casing 1 and the 2nd housing | casing 2 is possible.

  In the present embodiment, whether near field communication is performed between the first near field communication unit 53 and the second near field communication unit 54, or the third near field communication unit 51 and the fourth near field communication unit. It is configured so that it is possible to recognize how the two display units 11 and 12 are connected by determining whether or not short-range communication is performed with 52. Therefore, a large screen display corresponding to the connected state of the housings 1 and 2 is possible.

  As shown in FIG. 8, a storage portion in which a battery 17 is stored is provided on the distal end portion 1 d side of the outer surface 1 a of the first housing 1, and a battery lid 19 that is detachable so as to cover the storage portion. And a storage part for storing the battery 57 is also provided on the end 2d side of the outer surface 2a of the second housing 2, and a detachable battery cover 59 is provided so as to cover the storage part. It has been.

  9 and 10 show a modification of the second embodiment. As shown in FIGS. 9 and 10, the mobile phone 25 includes a first casing 1 and a second casing 2. A first display portion 11 is formed on substantially the entire inner surface 1c of the first housing 1, and a second display portion 21 is formed on the entire inner surface 2c of the second housing 2. The first display unit 11 and the second display unit 21 are provided with a diaphragm of a transparent speaker (not shown). Since it is the same as that of the above-mentioned embodiment except the structure of each display parts 11 and 12, detailed description is abbreviate | omitted.

  When used in the vertical direction as shown in FIG. 9, the first housing 1 is configured to display a keyboard or the like so that various operations can be performed, and to operate as a planar microphone with a diaphragm. It is configured. Further, when used in the horizontal direction as shown in FIG. 10, the first display unit 11 and the second display unit 21 are configured to operate as an integral display unit. Further, when a stereo setting is made when watching TV, the first casing 1 operates as a left side speaker and the second casing 2 operates as a right side speaker due to the diaphragm of the transparent speaker. It is configured.

  With this configuration, it is possible to display a larger screen without increasing the size of the mobile phone 25 itself. In this modification, the connecting portion 3 used in the first embodiment may be used as the connecting method between the first casing 1 and the second casing 2.

Next, FIG. 11 is a block diagram when a communication line or the like is not configured between the respective housings.
As illustrated in FIG. 11, the first housing 1 includes a television receiver 101, a first display unit 11, a wireless communication unit 102, a first image memory 103, a first controller 104, and a first controller 1. Storage unit 105, first audio output unit 106, audio input unit 107, first terminal state detection unit 108, first short-range communication unit 53 (third short-range communication unit 51), operation unit 109, And a battery 17.

  The television receiver 101 is configured to be able to receive television broadcasts, and the wireless communication unit 102 is configured to be able to process wireless signals such as voice calls and videophones. The first image memory 103 is a frame memory configured to be able to temporarily store a TV signal and a TV phone signal. The first control unit 104 is configured to be able to communicate with each control target of the first casing 1, and is configured to control each control target and to link with the second casing 2. The first storage unit 105 is configured to be able to store programs necessary for various operations of the first housing 1 and various communication information.

  The first audio output unit 106 operates as a left speaker during two-screen display (large screen display). The voice input unit 107 is configured to control a microphone function for transmission when the casings 1 and 2 are connected in the vertical direction. The first terminal state detection unit 108 is configured to be able to detect whether the casings 1 and 2 are connected in the vertical direction or in the horizontal direction. The first short-range communication unit 53 (third short-range communication unit 51) is configured to exchange images, sounds, control signals, and the like between the first housing 1 and the second housing 2. ing. The operation unit 109 is configured to perform various operations of the mobile phone. The battery 17 supplies power to the first housing 1.

  Next, the second casing 2 includes a second image memory 203, a second display unit 21, a second control unit 204, a second storage unit 205, a second audio output unit 206, and a second terminal. A state detection unit 208, a second short-range communication unit 54 (fourth short-range communication unit 52), a third display unit 23, and a battery 57 are provided.

  The second image memory 203 is a frame memory configured to be able to temporarily store a TV signal and a TV phone signal. The second control unit 204 is configured to be able to communicate with each control target of the second casing 2, and is configured to control each control target and to link with the first casing 1. The second storage unit 205 is configured to be able to store programs necessary for various operations of the second housing 2 and various communication information.

  The second audio output unit 206 operates as an ear speaker during a telephone call and a right speaker during two-screen display (large screen display). The second terminal state detection unit 208 is configured to be able to detect whether the casings 1 and 2 are connected in the vertical direction or in the horizontal direction. The second short-range communication unit 54 (fourth short-range communication unit 52) is configured to exchange images, sounds, control signals, and the like between the first housing 1 and the second housing 2. ing. The third display unit 23 is configured to display a clock, incoming call information, and the like as a sub liquid crystal. The battery 57 supplies power to the second casing 2.

In this embodiment, it is comprised so that communication is possible via each near field communication part 51 (53), 52 (54) of each housing | casing 1, 2, It can communicate without providing a communication line, Each display unit 11, 21 can be displayed as one large screen, or the first display unit 11 can be operated to make a call or mail.
When the first display unit 11 and the second display unit 21 display a large screen, the terminal state detection units 108 and 208 of the housings 1 and 2 detect the connection direction, and a screen display corresponding to the detected direction is made. Therefore, it is possible to always display an optimal large screen.

Therefore, according to the above-described embodiment, the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are configured to be connectable in both the vertical direction and the horizontal direction by the magnet. In particular, when connected in the horizontal direction, it is possible to display a large screen such as the Internet or TV. In addition, since there is no communication line between the first casing 1 and the second casing 2, usability can be improved.
In the present embodiment, the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are each provided with a battery. With this configuration, it is not necessary to arrange a power line between the first casing 1 and the second casing 2, and the casings 1, 2 can be configured by using a short-distance communication line. All wiring between them can be eliminated.

(Third embodiment)
Next, a third embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. The embodiment described here is the same as the first embodiment, and the present invention is applied to a mobile phone. Moreover, the thing of the same structure as 1st embodiment and 2nd embodiment attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part, and abbreviate | omits detailed description.
As shown in FIG. 12, the mobile phone (mobile electronic device) 30 includes a first housing 1 and a second housing 2 that can be overlapped in the thickness direction of the first housing 1. ing. The two casings 1 and 2 are configured to be connected by a magnet (not shown) in the closed state.

  When the mobile phone 30 is used, the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are connected in the vertical direction or the horizontal direction. In the present embodiment, similar to the second embodiment, short-range communication is possible via a short-range communication unit (not shown). A battery is provided in each of the first casing 1 and the second casing 2.

Here, slidable coupling fittings 61 and 62 are provided on the outer surface 1 a of the first housing 1. Further, on the outer surface 1a of the first housing 1 and the outer surface 2a of the second housing 2, a groove 63 is formed in a portion where the connecting fittings 61 and 62 slide.
When the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are connected in the vertical direction and used, the connecting metal fitting 61 accommodated on the first casing 1 side is connected to the second casing 2 side. The first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are fixed at a position where the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are engaged with each other. In order to fix the connection fitting 61, it is preferable to provide a locking portion (not shown).

  Similarly, when the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are connected in the horizontal direction and used, the connecting fitting 62 accommodated in the first casing 1 is used as the second casing 2. It slides along the groove | channel 63 toward the side, and it fixes in the position which the 1st housing | casing 1 and the 2nd housing | casing 2 engage. In order to fix the connection fitting 62, it is preferable to provide a locking portion (not shown).

  FIG. 13 shows a modification of FIG. As shown in FIG. 13, the mobile phone (mobile electronic device) 40 includes a first housing 1 and a second housing 2 that can be overlapped in the thickness direction of the first housing 1. ing. The two casings 1 and 2 are configured to be connected by a magnet (not shown) in the closed state.

  When the mobile phone 40 is used, the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are connected in the vertical direction or the horizontal direction. In the present embodiment, similar to the second embodiment, short-range communication is possible via a short-range communication unit (not shown). A battery is provided in each of the first casing 1 and the second casing 2.

Here, slidable connection fittings 71 and 72 are provided on the outer surface 1 a of the first housing 1. Further, on the outer surface 1a of the first housing 1 and the outer surface 2a of the second housing 2, a groove 73 is formed in a portion where the connecting fittings 71 and 72 slide.
When the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are connected in the vertical direction and used, the connecting fitting 71 accommodated on the first casing 1 side is connected to the second casing 2 side. The first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are fixed at a position where the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are engaged with each other. In order to fix the connection fitting 71, it is preferable to provide a locking portion (not shown).

  Similarly, when the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are used while being connected in the horizontal direction, the connecting fitting 72 accommodated in the first casing 1 is used as the second casing 2. It slides along the groove | channel 73 toward the side, and it fixes in the position which the 1st housing | casing 1 and the 2nd housing | casing 2 engage. In order to fix the connection fitting 72, it is preferable to provide a locking portion (not shown).

Therefore, according to the above-described embodiment, the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are configured to be connectable both in the vertical direction and in the horizontal direction via the connecting metal fittings. Depending on the connection direction, it is possible to display a large screen such as the Internet or TV, especially when connecting in the horizontal direction. In addition, since short-range communication is possible, there is no communication line between the first housing 1 and the second housing 2, so that the usability can be improved.
In the present embodiment, the first casing 1 and the second casing 2 are each provided with a battery. With this configuration, it is not necessary to arrange a power line between the first casing 1 and the second casing 2, and the communication line is a short-distance communication, so that wiring between the casings is possible. Can be eliminated.

In addition, this invention is not restricted to embodiment mentioned above, You may use the following aspects.
Although the case of a mobile phone has been described in the above embodiment, it may be adopted in a mobile electronic device such as a PDA.
In the above embodiment, the description has been made so that the closed state can be maintained by using a magnet or the like in the closed state. However, the first casing and the second casing can be held in the closed state. A part may be provided.
In the first embodiment described above, the connecting rod is configured of eight members. However, the number of members is not limited as long as a necessary function is satisfied.
In the first embodiment, the communication line is arranged inside the connecting portion. However, the short-range communication portion described in the second embodiment is provided, and no wiring is provided inside the connecting portion. May be.
In the first embodiment, the case where the connecting portion is made of metal has been described. However, the material is not limited as long as the function is satisfied.
Further, in the second and third embodiments, the case where the cases are configured to be communicable with each other by infrared rays has been described. However, a method (such as Bluetooth (registered trademark)) capable of communicating by radio other than infrared rays is used. Also good.

It is an inner surface perspective view when each housing | casing of the mobile telephone in 1st embodiment of this invention is connected to the vertical direction. FIG. 3 is an external perspective view when the casings of the mobile phone according to the first embodiment of the present invention are connected in the vertical direction. It is a perspective view of the connection part in a first embodiment of the present invention. It is an inner surface perspective view when each housing | casing of the mobile telephone in 1st embodiment of this invention is connected in the horizontal direction. FIG. 3 is an external perspective view when the casings of the mobile phone according to the first embodiment of the present invention are connected in the horizontal direction. It is an inner surface perspective view when each housing | casing of the mobile telephone in 2nd embodiment of this invention is connected to the vertical direction. It is an inner surface perspective view when each housing | casing of the mobile telephone in 2nd embodiment of this invention is connected in the horizontal direction. It is an outer surface perspective view when each housing | casing of the mobile telephone in 2nd embodiment of this invention is connected in the horizontal direction. It is a modification of the mobile telephone in 2nd embodiment of this invention, and is an inner surface perspective view when each housing | casing is connected in the vertical direction. It is a modification of the mobile telephone in 2nd embodiment of this invention, and is an inner surface perspective view when each housing | casing is connected in the horizontal direction. It is a block diagram of the mobile telephone in 2nd embodiment of this invention. It is a schematic perspective view of the outer surface of the mobile telephone in 3rd embodiment of this invention, and when each housing | casing is connected to (a) vertical direction, it is the case where (b) is connected to horizontal direction. It is the modification of the schematic perspective view of the outer surface of the mobile telephone in 3rd embodiment of this invention, when each housing | casing is connected to (a) vertical direction, (b) When it is connected to horizontal direction.

Explanation of symbols

  DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... 1st housing | casing 1c ... Inner surface 2 ... 2nd housing | casing 2c ... Inner surface 3 ... Connection part 7, 8 ... Bearing (support body) 9 ... Connection rod 11 ... 1st display part 21 ... 2nd display part 17 , 57 ... Battery 10, 20, 25, 30, 40 ... Mobile phone (mobile electronic device)

Claims (3)

The first casing is composed of a first casing and a second casing, and the first casing and the second casing are connected to each other through a connecting portion so as to be freely opened and closed. A first display unit for displaying various information on the inner surface side of the first housing, and a second display unit on the inner surface side of the second housing , wherein the first display unit and the second display unit are connected to each other. In a portable electronic device configured to be connectable in both a vertical direction and a horizontal direction via a unit ,
The connecting portion is connected to the sliding bearing disposed on both the outer surface side of the first casing and the outer surface side of the second casing, and is connected to the sliding bearing, and can be expanded and contracted. It consists of a connecting rod and
The connecting rod further includes a pivotable hinge part .   The said 1st display part and the said 2nd display part are comprised so that a mutual screen can be detected and one screen can be displayed by these two display parts. Portable electronic device.   The portable electronic device according to claim 1, wherein at least one of the first display unit and the second display unit has a touch panel function.

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