KR20230149175A - Electronic device including flexible display and method for thereof - Google Patents

Abstract

An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure includes a first housing, is arranged to be movable with respect to the first housing, and is inserted into the first housing based on movement in a first direction with respect to the first housing. is inserted to shrink the electronic device or is pulled out from the inside of the first housing based on movement in a second direction with respect to the first housing to enlarge the electronic device, and overlaps at least a portion of the first housing. a second housing, a flexible display at least partially mounted on a surface of the second housing and at least partially reduced or enlarged, and at least one processor, the at least one processor comprising: the electronic device; Based on data obtained in relation to the electronic device or the physical state of the flexible display, identify whether the operating mode of the electronic device, including the change, is changed, and based on whether the identified operating mode is changed, the operation A first display signal is output to display an indicator related to a mode on the flexible display, and the operating mode of the electronic device is changed while the indicator is displayed on the flexible display based on the output first display signal. It can be set to output a control signal.

Description

Electronic device including flexible display and method of operating same {ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING FLEXIBLE DISPLAY AND METHOD FOR THEREOF}

Various embodiments of the present disclosure relate to technology of an electronic device that provides notifications related to expansion or contraction of a flexible display based on a user's touch input and operates to expand or contract the display.

As the demand for mobile communication increases, on the other hand, as the degree of integration of electronic devices increases, the portability of electronic devices such as mobile communication terminals improves, and convenience in using multimedia functions, etc. can be improved. For example, by replacing traditional mechanical (button-type) keypads with displays with integrated touch screen functionality, electronic devices can be miniaturized while maintaining the functionality of input devices. For example, by removing the mechanical keypad from the electronic device, the portability of the electronic device can be improved. In another embodiment, if the display is extended by the area from which the mechanical keypad is removed, the electronic device including a touch screen function may be larger than the electronic device including the mechanical keypad, even though it has the same size and weight. It can provide a larger screen.

When surfing the web or using multimedia functions, it may be more convenient to use an electronic device that outputs a larger screen. A larger display can be mounted on an electronic device to output a larger screen, but considering the portability of the electronic device, there may be limitations in expanding the size of the display. In one embodiment, a display using an organic light emitting diode can provide a larger screen while ensuring portability of the electronic device. For example, displays using organic light emitting diodes (or electronic devices equipped with them) can achieve stable operation even when manufactured quite thinly, and can be used in electronic devices in a foldable or bendable or rollable form. It can be mounted.

Electronic devices according to the prior art required manual manipulation by a user to change settings according to various operating modes.

Rollable electronic devices including flexible displays can physically expand or reduce the size of the display up, down, or left and right, and include a resizing function that adjusts the size of the application to fit the screen size of the display. Accordingly, the state of expanding or reducing the display size can be changed depending on the usage type or operating environment of the electronic device. However, a problem arises in that the expansion or contraction of the display requires manual manipulation by the user.

In order to solve this problem, various embodiments of the present disclosure provide an electronic device that provides technology for suggesting an operating mode for changing the physical enlargement or reduction state of the display based on data acquired related to the electronic device. This is to do so.

An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure includes a first housing, is arranged to be movable with respect to the first housing, and is inserted into the first housing based on movement in a first direction with respect to the first housing. is inserted to shrink the electronic device or is pulled out from the inside of the first housing based on movement in a second direction with respect to the first housing to enlarge the electronic device, and overlaps at least a portion of the first housing. a second housing, a flexible display at least partially mounted on a surface of the second housing and at least partially reduced or enlarged, and at least one processor, the at least one processor comprising: the electronic device; Based on data obtained in relation to the electronic device or the physical state of the flexible display, identify whether the operating mode of the electronic device, including the change, is changed, and based on whether the identified operating mode is changed, the operation A first display signal is output to display an indicator related to a mode on the flexible display, and the operating mode of the electronic device is changed while the indicator is displayed on the flexible display based on the output first display signal. It can be set to output a control signal.

A method of operating an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure includes determining whether to change the operating mode of the electronic device, including the physical state of the electronic device or the flexible display, based on data acquired related to the electronic device. Identifying, based on whether the identified operating mode is changed, outputting a first display signal to display an indicator related to the operating mode on the flexible display, and based on the output first display signal The method may include outputting a control signal to change the operating mode of the electronic device while displaying the indicator on the flexible display.

According to the electronic device and its operating method according to various embodiments of the present disclosure, changes to the operating mode of the electronic device can be displayed as a UI according to the running application or operating environment of the electronic device. Additionally, the operating mode of the electronic device can be easily changed to suit various situations simply by the user's input to the displayed UI.

1 is a block diagram of an electronic device in a network environment, according to various embodiments.
FIG. 2A is a diagram illustrating a state in which a second display area of a display is stored in a housing, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 2B is a diagram illustrating a state in which the second display area of the display is exposed to the outside of the housing, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
3A is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 3B is a cross-sectional view taken along line A-A' of FIG. 2A according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 3C is a cross-sectional view taken along line B-B' of FIG. 2B according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 4A is a block diagram of an electronic device including a flexible display according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 4B is a block diagram of an electronic device including a flexible display according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 5 is a flowchart of a method of operating an electronic device including a flexible display according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
Figure 6 illustrates screens sequentially displayed on a flexible display according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
Figure 7 illustrates a notification displayed on a flexible display according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 8A illustrates a general screen of an indicator displayed on a flexible display according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 8B illustrates a simplified screen of an indicator displayed on a flexible display according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 9A illustrates a detailed screen of an indicator displayed on a flexible display according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 9B illustrates an indicator setting screen displayed on a flexible display according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 10A illustrates a flexible display on which a multimedia application is executed according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 10B shows an indicator when executing a multimedia application according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 11A illustrates a flexible display on which a game application is executed according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 11B shows an indicator when a game application is executed according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 12A illustrates a flexible display of bedtime according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 12B illustrates a bedtime indicator according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 13A illustrates a flexible display of wake-up time according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
Figure 13b shows a wake-up time indicator according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 14A illustrates a flexible display at a company according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
Figure 14b shows an indicator in a company according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 15A illustrates a flexible display of an exercise state according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
FIG. 15B illustrates an indicator of an exercise state according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

1 is a block diagram of an electronic device 101 in a network environment 100, according to various embodiments. Referring to FIG. 1, in the network environment 100, the electronic device 101 communicates with the electronic device 102 through a first network 198 (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network) or a second network 199. It is possible to communicate with at least one of the electronic device 104 or the server 108 through (e.g., a long-distance wireless communication network). According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may communicate with the electronic device 104 through the server 108. According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 includes a processor 120, a memory 130, an input module 150, an audio output module 155, a display module 160, an audio module 170, and a sensor module ( 176), interface 177, connection terminal 178, haptic module 179, camera module 180, power management module 188, battery 189, communication module 190, subscriber identification module 196 , or may include an antenna module 197. In some embodiments, at least one of these components (eg, the connection terminal 178) may be omitted or one or more other components may be added to the electronic device 101. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., sensor module 176, camera module 180, or antenna module 197) are integrated into one component (e.g., display module 160). It can be.

The processor 120, for example, executes software (e.g., program 140) to operate at least one other component (e.g., hardware or software component) of the electronic device 101 connected to the processor 120. It can be controlled and various data processing or calculations can be performed. According to one embodiment, as at least part of data processing or computation, the processor 120 stores commands or data received from another component (e.g., sensor module 176 or communication module 190) in volatile memory 132. The commands or data stored in the volatile memory 132 can be processed, and the resulting data can be stored in the non-volatile memory 134. According to one embodiment, the processor 120 includes a main processor 121 (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or an auxiliary processor 123 that can operate independently or together (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural network processing unit ( It may include a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor). For example, if the electronic device 101 includes a main processor 121 and a secondary processor 123, the secondary processor 123 may be set to use lower power than the main processor 121 or be specialized for a designated function. You can. The auxiliary processor 123 may be implemented separately from the main processor 121 or as part of it.

The auxiliary processor 123 may, for example, act on behalf of the main processor 121 while the main processor 121 is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or while the main processor 121 is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. ), together with the main processor 121, at least one of the components of the electronic device 101 (e.g., the display module 160, the sensor module 176, or the communication module 190) At least some of the functions or states related to can be controlled. According to one embodiment, co-processor 123 (e.g., image signal processor or communication processor) may be implemented as part of another functionally related component (e.g., camera module 180 or communication module 190). there is. According to one embodiment, the auxiliary processor 123 (eg, neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. Artificial intelligence models can be created through machine learning. For example, such learning may be performed in the electronic device 101 itself on which the artificial intelligence model is performed, or may be performed through a separate server (e.g., server 108). Learning algorithms may include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but It is not limited. An artificial intelligence model may include multiple artificial neural network layers. Artificial neural networks include deep neural network (DNN), convolutional neural network (CNN), recurrent neural network (RNN), restricted boltzmann machine (RBM), belief deep network (DBN), bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), It may be one of deep Q-networks or a combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to hardware structures, artificial intelligence models may additionally or alternatively include software structures.

The memory 130 may store various data used by at least one component (eg, the processor 120 or the sensor module 176) of the electronic device 101. Data may include, for example, input data or output data for software (e.g., program 140) and instructions related thereto. Memory 130 may include volatile memory 132 or non-volatile memory 134.

The program 140 may be stored as software in the memory 130 and may include, for example, an operating system 142, middleware 144, or application 146.

The input module 150 may receive commands or data to be used in a component of the electronic device 101 (e.g., the processor 120) from outside the electronic device 101 (e.g., a user). The input module 150 may include, for example, a microphone, mouse, keyboard, keys (eg, buttons), or digital pen (eg, stylus pen).

The sound output module 155 may output sound signals to the outside of the electronic device 101. The sound output module 155 may include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. Speakers can be used for general purposes such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver can be used to receive incoming calls. According to one embodiment, the receiver may be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of it.

The display module 160 can visually provide information to the outside of the electronic device 101 (eg, a user). The display module 160 may include, for example, a display, a hologram device, or a projector, and a control circuit for controlling the device. According to one embodiment, the display module 160 may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of force generated by the touch.

The audio module 170 can convert sound into an electrical signal or, conversely, convert an electrical signal into sound. According to one embodiment, the audio module 170 acquires sound through the input module 150, the sound output module 155, or an external electronic device (e.g., directly or wirelessly connected to the electronic device 101). Sound may be output through the electronic device 102 (e.g., speaker or headphone).

The sensor module 176 detects the operating state (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device 101 or the external environmental state (e.g., user state) and generates an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected state. can do. According to one embodiment, the sensor module 176 includes, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, an air pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biometric sensor, It may include a temperature sensor, humidity sensor, or light sensor.

The interface 177 may support one or more designated protocols that can be used to connect the electronic device 101 directly or wirelessly with an external electronic device (eg, the electronic device 102). According to one embodiment, the interface 177 may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

The connection terminal 178 may include a connector through which the electronic device 101 can be physically connected to an external electronic device (eg, the electronic device 102). According to one embodiment, the connection terminal 178 may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (eg, a headphone connector).

The haptic module 179 can convert electrical signals into mechanical stimulation (e.g., vibration or movement) or electrical stimulation that the user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic senses. According to one embodiment, the haptic module 179 may include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

The camera module 180 can capture still images and moving images. According to one embodiment, the camera module 180 may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

The power management module 188 can manage power supplied to the electronic device 101. According to one embodiment, the power management module 188 may be implemented as at least a part of, for example, a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

The battery 189 may supply power to at least one component of the electronic device 101. According to one embodiment, the battery 189 may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

Communication module 190 is configured to provide a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or wireless communication channel between electronic device 101 and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device 102, electronic device 104, or server 108). It can support establishment and communication through established communication channels. Communication module 190 operates independently of processor 120 (e.g., an application processor) and may include one or more communication processors that support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module 190 is a wireless communication module 192 (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module 194 (e.g., : LAN (local area network) communication module, or power line communication module) may be included. Among these communication modules, the corresponding communication module is a first network 198 (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network 199 (e.g., legacy It may communicate with an external electronic device 104 through a telecommunication network such as a cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., LAN or WAN). These various types of communication modules may be integrated into one component (e.g., a single chip) or may be implemented as a plurality of separate components (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module 192 uses subscriber information (e.g., International Mobile Subscriber Identifier (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module 196 within a communication network such as the first network 198 or the second network 199. The electronic device 101 can be confirmed or authenticated.

The wireless communication module 192 may support 5G networks after 4G networks and next-generation communication technologies, for example, NR access technology (new radio access technology). NR access technology provides high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (eMBB (enhanced mobile broadband)), minimization of terminal power and access to multiple terminals (mMTC (massive machine type communications)), or high reliability and low latency (URLLC (ultra-reliable and low latency). -latency communications)) can be supported. The wireless communication module 192 may support high frequency bands (eg, mmWave bands), for example, to achieve high data rates. The wireless communication module 192 uses various technologies to secure performance in high frequency bands, for example, beamforming, massive array multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO), and full-dimensional multiplexing. It can support technologies such as input/output (FD-MIMO: full dimensional MIMO), array antenna, analog beam-forming, or large scale antenna. The wireless communication module 192 may support various requirements specified in the electronic device 101, an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device 104), or a network system (e.g., second network 199). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module 192 supports Peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for realizing eMBB, loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for realizing mmTC, or U-plane latency (e.g., 164 dB or less) for realizing URLLC. Example: Downlink (DL) and uplink (UL) each of 0.5 ms or less, or round trip 1 ms or less) can be supported.

The antenna module 197 may transmit or receive signals or power to or from the outside (eg, an external electronic device). According to one embodiment, the antenna module 197 may include an antenna including a radiator made of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (eg, PCB). According to one embodiment, the antenna module 197 may include a plurality of antennas (eg, an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network such as the first network 198 or the second network 199 is connected to the plurality of antennas by, for example, the communication module 190. can be selected Signals or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module 190 and an external electronic device through the at least one selected antenna. According to some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, other components (eg, radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as part of the antenna module 197.

According to various embodiments, the antenna module 197 may form a mmWave antenna module. According to one embodiment, a mmWave antenna module includes: a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent to a first side (e.g., bottom side) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high frequency band (e.g., mmWave band); And a plurality of antennas (e.g., array antennas) disposed on or adjacent to the second side (e.g., top or side) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high frequency band. can do.

At least some of the components are connected to each other through a communication method between peripheral devices (e.g., bus, general purpose input and output (GPIO), serial peripheral interface (SPI), or mobile industry processor interface (MIPI)) and signal ( (e.g. commands or data) can be exchanged with each other.

According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device 101 and the external electronic device 104 through the server 108 connected to the second network 199. Each of the external electronic devices 102 or 104 may be of the same or different type as the electronic device 101. According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations performed in the electronic device 101 may be executed in one or more of the external electronic devices 102, 104, or 108. For example, when the electronic device 101 needs to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device 101 may perform the function or service instead of executing the function or service on its own. Alternatively, or additionally, one or more external electronic devices may be requested to perform at least part of the function or service. One or more external electronic devices that have received the request may execute at least part of the requested function or service, or an additional function or service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device 101. The electronic device 101 may process the result as is or additionally and provide it as at least part of a response to the request. For this purpose, for example, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology can be used. The electronic device 101 may provide an ultra-low latency service using, for example, distributed computing or mobile edge computing. In another embodiment, the external electronic device 104 may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. Server 108 may be an intelligent server using machine learning and/or neural networks. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device 104 or server 108 may be included in the second network 199. The electronic device 101 may be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

Electronic devices according to various embodiments disclosed in this document may be of various types. Electronic devices may include, for example, portable communication devices (e.g., smartphones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, electronic devices, or home appliances. Electronic devices according to embodiments of this document are not limited to the above-described devices.

The various embodiments of this document and the terms used herein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, and should be understood to include various changes, equivalents, or replacements of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numbers may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of the above items, unless the relevant context clearly indicates otherwise. As used herein, “A or B”, “at least one of A and B”, “at least one of A or B”, “A, B or C”, “at least one of A, B and C”, and “A Each of phrases such as “at least one of , B, or C” may include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase, or any possible combination thereof. Terms such as "first", "second", or "first" or "second" may be used simply to distinguish one component from another, and to refer to that component in other respects (e.g., importance or order) is not limited. One (e.g., first) component is said to be “coupled” or “connected” to another (e.g., second) component, with or without the terms “functionally” or “communicatively.” When mentioned, it means that any of the components can be connected to the other components directly (e.g. wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

The term “module” used in various embodiments of this document may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and is interchangeable with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit, for example. It can be used as A module may be an integrated part or a minimum unit of the parts or a part thereof that performs one or more functions. For example, according to one embodiment, the module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

Various embodiments of the present document are one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., built-in memory 136 or external memory 138) that can be read by a machine (e.g., electronic device 101). It may be implemented as software (e.g., program 140) including these. For example, a processor (e.g., processor 120) of a device (e.g., electronic device 101) may call at least one command among one or more commands stored from a storage medium and execute it. This allows the device to be operated to perform at least one function according to the at least one instruction called. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code that can be executed by an interpreter. A storage medium that can be read by a device may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-transitory' only means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain signals (e.g. electromagnetic waves), and this term refers to cases where data is semi-permanently stored in the storage medium. There is no distinction between temporary storage cases.

According to one embodiment, methods according to various embodiments disclosed in this document may be included and provided in a computer program product. Computer program products are commodities and can be traded between sellers and buyers. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g. compact disc read only memory (CD-ROM)) or through an application store (e.g. Play StoreTM) or on two user devices (e.g. It can be distributed (e.g. downloaded or uploaded) directly between smart phones) or online. In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be at least temporarily stored or temporarily created in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or a relay server.

According to various embodiments, each component (e.g., module or program) of the above-described components may include a single or plural entity, and some of the plurality of entities may be separately placed in other components. there is. According to various embodiments, one or more of the components or operations described above may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, multiple components (eg, modules or programs) may be integrated into a single component. In this case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each component of the plurality of components in the same or similar manner as those performed by the corresponding component of the plurality of components prior to the integration. . According to various embodiments, operations performed by a module, program, or other component may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, or omitted. Alternatively, one or more other operations may be added.

Hereinafter, various embodiments of the electronic device 200 (eg, electronic device 101) described in this document will be described.

FIG. 2A is a diagram showing the second display area A2 of the display 203 stored in the housing 210 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 2B is a diagram illustrating a state in which the second display area A2 of the display 203 is exposed to the outside of the housing 210 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

FIGS. 2A and 2B illustrate a structure in which the display 203 (eg, a flexible display or rollable display) is extended in the longitudinal direction (eg, +Y direction) when viewed from the front of the electronic device 101. However, the expansion direction of the display 203 is not limited to one direction (eg, +Y direction). For example, the direction of expansion of display 203 may be upward (e.g., +Y direction), rightward (e.g., +X direction), leftward (e.g., -X direction), and/or downward (e.g., -Y direction). ), the design can be changed to be expandable.

The state shown in FIG. 2A may be referred to as a closed state of the electronic device 101 or the housing 210 and a slide-in state of the display 203.

The state shown in FIG. 2B may be referred to as an open state of the electronic device 101 or housing 210 and a slide-out state of the display 203.

Referring to FIGS. 2A and 2B , the electronic device 101 may include a housing 210 . The housing 210 may include a first housing 202 and a second housing 202 arranged to be relatively movable with respect to the first housing 201 . In some embodiments, the electronic device 101 may be interpreted as a structure in which the first housing 201 is arranged to be slidably movable with respect to the second housing 202 . According to one embodiment, the second housing 202 may be arranged to be able to reciprocate a certain distance in the direction shown with respect to the first housing 201, for example, in the direction indicated by arrow ①.

According to various embodiments, the second housing 202 may be referred to as a slide unit or a slide housing, and may be relatively movable with respect to the first housing 201. According to one embodiment, the second housing 202 can accommodate various electrical and electronic components such as a circuit board or battery.

According to one embodiment, the first housing 202 may have a motor, a speaker, a SIM socket, and/or a sub circuit board electrically connected to the main circuit board. The second housing 201 can accommodate a main circuit board equipped with electrical components such as an application processor (AP) and a communication processor (CP).

According to various embodiments, the first housing 201 may include a first cover member 211 (eg, main case). The first cover member 211 extends from the 1-1 side wall 211a, the 1-2 side wall 211b extending from the 1-1 side wall 211a, and the 1-1 side wall 211a. It may include a 1-3 side wall (211c) substantially parallel to the 1-2 side wall (211b). According to one embodiment, the 1-2 side wall 211b and the 1-3 side wall 211c may be formed substantially perpendicular to the 1-1 side wall 211a.

According to various embodiments, the 1-1 side wall 211a, the 1-2 side wall 211b, and the 1-3 side wall 211c of the first cover member 211 are at least the second housing 202. One side (e.g., front face) may be formed in an open shape to accommodate (or surround) a portion. For example, at least a portion of the second housing 202 is surrounded by the first housing 201 and is guided by the first housing 201 while being moved to the first side (e.g., the first side F1 in FIG. 3A). ) can be slided in a direction parallel to (for example, arrow ①). According to one embodiment, the 1-1 side wall 211a, the 1-2 side wall 211b, and/or the 1-3 side wall 211c of the first cover member 211 may be formed as one piece. According to the embodiment, the 1-1 side wall 211a, the 1-2 side wall 211b, and/or the 1-3 side wall 211c of the first cover member 211 are formed as separate structures and are combined or Can be assembled.

According to various embodiments, the first cover member 211 may be formed to surround at least a portion of the display 203. For example, at least a portion of the display 203 is formed by the 1-1 side wall 211a, the 1-2 side wall 211b, and/or the 1-3 side wall 211c of the first cover member 211. It can be formed to surround.

According to various embodiments, the second housing 202 may include a second cover member 221 (eg, a slide plate). The second cover member 221 may have a plate shape and include a first surface (eg, first surface F1 in FIG. 3A) supporting internal components. For example, the second cover member 221 may support at least a portion of the display 203 (eg, the first display area A1). According to one embodiment, the second cover member 221 may be referred to as a front cover.

According to one embodiment, the second cover member 221 includes a 2-1 side wall 221a, a 2-2 side wall 221b extending from the 2-1 side wall 221a, and a 2-1 side wall 221a. ) and may include a 2-3 side wall (221c) extending from and substantially parallel to the 2-2 side wall (221b). According to one embodiment, the 2-2 side wall 221b and the 2-3 side wall 221c may be formed substantially perpendicular to the 2-1 side wall 221a.

According to various embodiments, as the second housing 202 moves in a first direction (e.g., direction ①) parallel to the 1-2 side wall 211b or the 1-2 side wall 211c, the housing ( 210) of open and closed states can be formed. In the closed state, the second housing 202 is located at a first distance from the 1-1 side wall 211a, and in the open state, the second housing 202 is located at a first distance from the 1-1 side wall 211a. It can be moved to be located at a large second distance. In some embodiments, in the closed state, the first housing 201 may surround a portion of the 2-1 side wall 221a.

According to various embodiments, the electronic device 101 may include a display 203, a key input device 245, a connector hole 243, an audio module 247a, 247b, or a camera module 249a, 249b. there is. According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may further include an indicator (eg, LED device) or various sensor modules.

According to various embodiments, the display 203 includes a second display area A2 configured to be exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 based on the slide movement of the first display area A1 and the second housing 202. may include. According to one embodiment, the first display area A1 may be disposed on the second housing 202. For example, the first display area A1 may be disposed on the second cover member 221 of the second housing 202. According to one embodiment, the second display area A2 extends from the first display area A1, and as the second housing 202 slides with respect to the first housing 201, the first housing 201 ) may be stored inside the electronic device 101 (e.g., in a slide-in state), or may be visually exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 (e.g., in a slide-out state).

According to various embodiments, the second display area A2 moves substantially while being guided by one area of the first housing 201 (e.g., the curved surface 213a of FIG. 3A), and the first housing 201 ) may be stored in a space located inside the electronic device 101 or may be exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101. According to one embodiment, the second display area A2 may move based on the slide movement of the second housing 202 in the first direction (eg, the direction indicated by arrow ①). For example, while the second housing 202 slides, a portion of the second display area A2 may be deformed into a curved shape at a position corresponding to the curved surface 213a of the first housing 201. .

According to various embodiments, when viewed from the top of the second cover member 221 (e.g., a front cover), when the housing 210 changes from a closed state to an open state (e.g., the second housing 202 When sliding to extend into the first housing 201), the second display area A2 is gradually exposed to the outside of the first housing 201 and can form a substantially flat surface together with the first display area A1. there is. According to one embodiment, the display 203 is combined with or disposed adjacent to a touch detection circuit, a pressure sensor capable of measuring the strength (pressure) of touch, and/or a digitizer that detects a magnetic field-type stylus pen. . According to one embodiment, regardless of the closed or open state of the housing 210, a portion of the exposed second display area A2 is on a portion of the first housing (e.g., the curved surface 213a in FIG. 3A). , and a portion of the second display area A2 may maintain a curved shape at a position corresponding to the curved surface 213a.

According to various embodiments, the key input device 245 may be located in one area of the first housing 201. Depending on appearance and usage conditions, the illustrated key input device 245 may be omitted, or the electronic device 101 may be designed to include additional key input device(s). According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may include a key input device (not shown), for example, a home key button, or a touch pad disposed around the home key button. According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the key input device 245 is formed on the 1-1 side wall 211a, the 1-2 side wall 211b, and/or the 1-3 side wall 211c of the first housing 201. ) can be placed on.

According to various embodiments, the connector hole 243 may be omitted depending on the embodiment, and may accommodate a connector (eg, USB connector) for transmitting and receiving power and/or data to and from an external electronic device. According to one embodiment (not shown), the electronic device 101 may include a plurality of connector holes 243, and some of the plurality of connector holes 243 are for transmitting and receiving audio signals to and from an external electronic device. It can function as a connector hole. In the illustrated embodiment, the connector hole 243 is located in the second housing 202, but the limitation is not this, and the connector hole 243 or a connector hole not shown may be located in the first housing 201. there is.

According to various embodiments, the audio modules 247a and 247b may include at least one speaker hole 247a or at least one microphone hole 247b. One of the speaker holes 247a may be provided as a receiver hall for voice calls, and the other may be provided as an external speaker hall. The electronic device 101 includes a microphone for acquiring sound, and the microphone can acquire sound external to the electronic device 101 through the microphone hole 247b. According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may include a plurality of microphones to detect the direction of sound. According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may include an audio module in which the speaker hole 247a and the microphone hole 247b are implemented as one hole, or may include a speaker excluding the speaker hole 247a (e.g. : Piezo speaker).

According to various embodiments, the camera modules 249a and 249b include a first camera module 249a (e.g., a front camera) and a second camera module 249b (e.g., a rear camera) (e.g., FIGS. 3B and 3C). may include a second camera module 249b). According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may include at least one of a wide-angle camera, a telephoto camera, or a macro camera, and depending on the embodiment, it may include an infrared projector and/or an infrared receiver to measure the distance to the subject. can do. The camera modules 249a and 249b may include one or more lenses, an image sensor, and/or an image signal processor. The first camera module 249a may be arranged to face the same direction as the display 203. For example, the first camera module 249a may be placed around the first display area A1 or in an area overlapping with the display 203, and when placed in an area overlapping with the display 203, the display ( 203), the subject can be photographed. According to one embodiment, the first camera module 249a may not be visually exposed to the screen display area (e.g., the first display area A1) and includes a hidden under display camera (UDC). can do. According to one embodiment, the second camera module 249b may photograph a subject in a direction opposite to the first display area A1. According to one embodiment, the first camera module 249a and/or the second camera module 249b may be disposed on the second housing 202.

According to various embodiments, an indicator (not shown) of the electronic device 101 may be placed in the first housing 201 or the second housing 202 and includes a light emitting diode to determine the status of the electronic device 101. Information can be provided as visual signals. A sensor module (not shown) of the electronic device 101 may generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to an internal operating state of the electronic device 101 or an external environmental state. The sensor module may include, for example, a proximity sensor, a fingerprint sensor, or a biometric sensor (e.g., an iris/facial recognition sensor or an HRM sensor). In another embodiment, a sensor module, for example, at least one of a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a color sensor, an infrared (IR) sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or a light sensor. You can include one more.

FIG. 3A is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device 101 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 3B is a cross-sectional view taken along line A-A' of FIG. 2A according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 3C is a cross-sectional view taken along line B-B' of FIG. 2B according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

3A, 3B, and/or 3C, the electronic device 101 may include a first housing 201, a second housing 202, a display assembly 230, and a driving structure 240. . The configuration of the first housing 201, the second housing 202, and the display assembly 230 in FIGS. 3A, 3B, and/or 3C is the same as the first housing 201 and the second housing in FIGS. 2A and/or 2B. It may be identical in whole or in part to the configuration of the housing 202 and the display 203.

According to various embodiments, the first housing 201 includes a first cover member 211 (e.g., the first cover member 211 in FIGS. 2A and 2B), a frame 213, and a first back plate 215. ) may include.

According to various embodiments, the first cover member 211 may accommodate at least a portion of the frame 213 and a component (eg, battery 289) located on the frame 213. According to one embodiment, the first cover member 211 may be formed to surround at least a portion of the second housing 202. According to one embodiment, the second circuit board 249 accommodating electronic components (eg, processor 120 and/or memory 130 of FIG. 1) may be connected to the first cover member 211.

According to various embodiments, the frame 213 may be connected to the first cover member 211. For example, the frame 213 is connected to the first cover member 211, and the second housing 202 can move relative to the first cover member 211 and/or the frame 213. According to one embodiment, the frame 213 can accommodate the battery 289. According to one embodiment, the frame 213 may include a curved portion 213a facing the display assembly 230.

According to various embodiments, the first back plate 215 may substantially form the first housing 201 or at least a portion of the exterior of the electronic device 101. For example, the first rear plate 215 may be coupled to the outer surface of the first cover member 221. According to one embodiment, the first back plate 215 may provide a decorative effect on the exterior of the electronic device 101. The first rear plate 215 may be manufactured using at least one of metal, glass, synthetic resin, or ceramic.

According to various embodiments, the second housing 202 includes a second cover member 221 (e.g., the second cover member 221 in FIGS. 2A and 2B), a rear cover 223, and a second rear plate ( 225) may be included.

According to one embodiment, the second cover member 221 is connected to the first housing 201 through a guide rail 250, and moves in one direction (e.g., arrow ① in FIG. 2B) while being guided by the guide rail 250. direction) can move in a straight line.

According to various embodiments, the second cover member 221 may support at least a portion of the display 203. For example, the second cover member 221 includes a first surface (F1), and the first display area (A1) of the display 203 is substantially located on the first surface (F1) and maintained in a flat shape. It can be. According to one embodiment, the second cover member 221 may be formed of a metallic material and/or a non-metallic (eg, polymer) material. According to one embodiment, the first circuit board 248 accommodating electronic components (eg, processor 120 and/or memory 130 of FIG. 1) may be connected to the second cover member 221.

According to various embodiments, the rear cover 223 may protect components (eg, the first circuit board 248) located on the second cover member 221. For example, the rear cover 223 may be connected to the second cover member 221 and may be formed to surround at least a portion of the first circuit board 248 . According to one embodiment, the rear cover 223 may include an antenna pattern for communicating with an external electronic device. For example, the rear cover 223 may include a laser direct structuring (LDS) antenna.

According to various embodiments, the second rear plate 225 may substantially form the second housing 202 or at least a portion of the exterior of the electronic device 101. For example, the second rear plate 225 may be coupled to the outer surface of the second cover member 221. According to one embodiment, the second rear plate 225 may provide a decorative effect on the exterior of the electronic device 101. The second rear plate 215 may be manufactured using at least one of metal, glass, synthetic resin, or ceramic.

According to various embodiments, display assembly 230 may include a display 231 (e.g., display 203 in FIGS. 2A and/or 2B) and a multibar structure 232 supporting display 203. You can. According to one embodiment, the display 231 may be referred to as a flexible display, foldable display, and/or rollable display.

According to various embodiments, the multi-bar structure 232 may be connected to or attached to at least a portion of the display 231 (eg, the second display area A2). According to one embodiment, as the second housing 202 slides, the multi-bar structure 232 may move relative to the first housing 201. In the closed state of the electronic device 101 (e.g., FIG. 2A), the multi-bar structure 232 is mostly accommodated inside the first housing 201, and the first cover member 211 and the second cover member 221 ) can be located between. According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the multi-bar structure 232 may move in response to the curved surface 213a located at the edge of the frame 213. According to one embodiment, the multi-bar structure 232 may be referred to as a display support member or support structure, and may be in the form of an elastic plate.

According to various embodiments, the drive structure 240 can move the second housing 202 relative to the first housing 201 . For example, the drive structure 240 may include a motor 241 configured to generate a driving force for sliding movement of the housings 201 and 202. The drive structure 240 may include a gear (eg, pinion) connected to the motor 241 and a rack 242 configured to engage the gear.

According to various embodiments, the housing in which the rack 242 is located and the housing in which the motor 241 is located may be different. According to one embodiment, the motor 241 may be connected to the second housing 202 and the rack 242 may be connected to the first housing 201. According to another embodiment, the motor 241 may be connected to the first housing 201 and the rack 242 may be connected to the second housing 202.

According to various embodiments, the first housing 201 may accommodate a first circuit board 248 (eg, a main board). According to one embodiment, a processor, memory, and/or interface may be mounted on the first circuit board 248. The processor may include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a graphics processing unit, an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor. According to various embodiments, the first circuit board 248 may include a flexible printed circuit board type radio frequency cable (FRC). The first circuit board 248 may be disposed on at least a portion of the second cover member 221 and may be electrically connected to the antenna module and the communication module.

According to one embodiment, the memory may include, for example, volatile memory or non-volatile memory.

According to one embodiment, the interface may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, and/or an audio interface. For example, the interface may electrically or physically connect the electronic device 101 to an external electronic device and may include a USB connector, SD card/MMC connector, or audio connector.

According to various embodiments, the electronic device 101 includes a first circuit board 248 (e.g., a main circuit board) and a second circuit board 249 (e.g., a sub-circuit) spaced apart from the first housing 201. substrate) may be included. The second circuit board 249 may be electrically connected to the first circuit board 248 through a flexible connection board. The second circuit board 249 may be electrically connected to electrical components disposed at the end area of the electronic device 101, such as the battery 289 or a speaker and/or SIM socket, to transmit signals and power. According to one embodiment, the second circuit board 249 may accommodate a wireless charging antenna (eg, coil). For example, the battery 289 can receive power from an external electronic device using the wireless charging antenna. As another example, the battery 289 may transfer power to an external electronic device using the wireless charging antenna.

According to various embodiments, the battery 289 is a device for supplying power to at least one component of the electronic device 101 and includes a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell. can do. The battery 289 may be placed integrally within the electronic device 101, or may be placed to be detachable from the electronic device 101. According to one embodiment, the battery 289 may be formed as a single integrated battery or may include a plurality of separate batteries. According to one embodiment, the battery 289 is located in the frame 213, and the battery 289 can slide and move together with the frame 213.

According to various embodiments, the guide rail 250 may guide the movement of the multi-bar structure 232. For example, the multi-bar structure 232 can slide and move along the slit 251 formed in the guide rail 250. According to one embodiment, the guide rail 250 may be connected to the first housing 201. For example, the guide rail 250 may be connected to the first cover member 211 and/or the frame 213. According to one embodiment, the slit 251 may be referred to as a groove or recess formed on the inner surface of the guide rail 250.

According to various embodiments, the guide rail 250 may provide pressure to the multi-bar structure 233 based on the driving of the motor 241.

According to one embodiment, when the electronic device 101 changes from a closed state to an open state, the inner portion 252 of the guide rail 250 may provide pressure to the multi-bar structure 232. The multi-bar structure 232 receiving pressure moves along the slit 251 of the guide rail 250, and the second housing 202 changes from a slide-in state to a slide-out state with respect to the first housing 201. It can be. At least a portion of the display assembly 230 accommodated between the first cover member 211 and the frame 213 may be extended to the front.

According to one embodiment, when the electronic device 101 changes from an open state to a closed state, the outer portion 253 of the guide rail 250 may provide pressure to the bent multi-bar structure 232. The multi-bar structure 232 receiving pressure moves along the slit 251 of the guide rail 250, and the second housing 202 changes from a slide-out state to a slide-in state with respect to the first housing 201. It can be. At least a portion of the display assembly 230 may be accommodated between the first cover member 211 and the frame 213.

Referring to FIG. 3B , when the electronic device 101 is closed, at least a portion of the second housing 202 may be arranged to be accommodated in the first housing 201 . As the second housing 202 is arranged to be accommodated in the first housing 201, the overall volume of the electronic device 101 may be reduced. According to one embodiment, when the second housing 202 is stored in the first housing 201, the visually exposed size of the display 231 can be minimized. For example, when the second housing 202 is completely accommodated in the first housing 201, the first display area A1 of the display 231 is visually exposed, and the second display area A2 is visually exposed. It may not be exposed. At least a portion of the second display area A2 may be disposed between the battery 289 and the rear plates 215 and 225.

Referring to FIG. 3C , when the electronic device 101 is in an open state, at least a portion of the second housing 202 may protrude from the first housing 201 . As the second housing 202 protrudes from the first housing 201, the overall volume of the electronic device 101 may increase. According to one embodiment, when the second housing 202 protrudes from the first housing 201, at least a portion of the second display area A2 of the display 231 is included in the electronic device together with the first display area A1. It can be visually exposed to the outside of (101).

FIG. 4A is a block diagram of an electronic device 400 including a flexible display 430 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

Referring to FIG. 4A, an electronic device 400 including a flexible display 430 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure includes a first housing 410, a second housing 420, a flexible display 430, and/ Alternatively, it may include at least one processor 440.

According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the first housing 410 and the second housing 420 may be slidably coupled to each other, and the second housing 420 may slide relative to the first housing 410. By moving, the flexible display 430 and the electronic device 400, at least partially fixed to the second housing 420, may be physically enlarged or reduced.

According to one embodiment, the electronic device 400 and the flexible display 430 are inserted into the first housing 410 based on the second housing 420 moving in the first direction with respect to the first housing 410. ) can be reduced, and the electronic device 400 and the flexible display ( 430) can be expanded.

At least one processor 440 (e.g., processor 120 of FIG. 1) according to various embodiments of the present disclosure may process information according to the operation of the electronic device, information according to the execution of a program, application, or function. The processed information can be controlled to be displayed on the flexible display 430 or output through an audio module (not shown). Additionally, at least one processor 440 may perform an operation to process an indication or notification.

The driving module 450 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure may move the second housing 420 with respect to the first housing 410 in the first or second direction. For example, the drive module 450 includes a drive source (not shown) that is driven according to the application of power, and the second housing 420 is moved relative to the first housing 410 by the operation of the drive source (not shown). Power to move in the first or second direction may be generated. The operation of the driving module 450 or a driving source (not shown) may be controlled by at least one processor 440.

Indication or notification according to various embodiments of the present disclosure may be floating, overlay (e.g., various quick access, messenger multi-window, special icon, special widget, launcher) It may refer to an object displayed on the screen of a flexible display) or at least one of various other display forms. The indication or notification may be displayed in a preset display area of the flexible display for a set time and then disappear, or may be displayed or moved in the display area until the user confirms it.

An indication or notification according to various embodiments of the present invention may include at least one object displayed in overlay form on the screen of the flexible display. Additionally, an indication or notification may be an object displayed on the screen in at least one of floating or other various display forms. For example, the overlay type may be at least one of various quick access, messenger multi-window, special icon, special widget, and launcher.

Additionally, the preset display area of the flexible display according to various embodiments of the present disclosure may be set as an area biased to one side of the flexible display so as not to interfere with the user's touch input. In one embodiment, the preset display area of the flexible display may be set to an area that is drawn out or retracted depending on the expansion or contraction state of the flexible display, or an area adjacent thereto.

Additionally, an object according to various embodiments of the present disclosure may mean various types of data output from an electronic device to a flexible display or an operation (process, method, or function) related to data, for example, a specific device of the electronic device. It can refer to various types of content displayed on the screen depending on the execution of the function.

FIG. 4B is a block diagram of an electronic device 400 including a flexible display 430 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

Referring to FIG. 4B, an electronic device 400 including a flexible display 430 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure includes at least a first housing 410, a second housing 420, and a flexible display 430. It may include one processor 440 and/or an extended display 431.

The extended display 431 according to various embodiments may be provided in the electronic device 400 or may be provided in a separate device. In one embodiment, the extended display 431 provided in the electronic device 400 may be connected to or separated from the flexible display 430 when it receives a specific input or satisfies a specific condition. In another embodiment, the extended display 431 provided in a separate device may be connected to or separated from the flexible display 430 when connected wired or wirelessly to the electronic device 400.

According to various embodiments, when the extended display 431 is connected to or separated from the flexible display 430, the flexible display 430 may be physically enlarged or reduced. For example, when the extended display 431 is connected to the flexible display 430, the screen displayed on the flexible display 430 may be expanded and displayed on the flexible display 430 and the extended display 431. That is, the physical expansion or contraction state of the flexible display 430 may be changed by connection or separation between the expansion display 431 and the flexible display 430.

FIG. 5 is a flowchart 500 of a method of operating an electronic device including a flexible display 430 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 6 illustrates screens sequentially displayed on the flexible display 430 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 7 illustrates a notification displayed on the flexible display 430 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure, and FIG. 8A illustrates an indicator 620 displayed on the flexible display 430 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. 8B shows a simplified screen of the indicator 620 displayed on the flexible display 430 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure, and FIG. 9A shows a general screen according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. It shows a detailed screen of the indicator 620 displayed on the flexible display 430, and FIG. 9B shows an indicator setting screen displayed on the flexible display 430 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

In operation 510, an electronic device (e.g., at least one processor 440 of FIG. 4) according to various embodiments of the present disclosure enlarges or enlarges the flexible display 430 based on data acquired related to the electronic device. It is possible to identify whether the operating mode of the electronic device involved in the collapsed state has changed.

According to various embodiments, the operating mode of the electronic device includes a notification provision state, a sound state, a display state of the flexible display 430, a widget state on the home screen, a camera state, a keyboard state, a music playlist state, or a communication connection state. At least one more may be included.

The notification provision state according to various embodiments is a state related to the on/off of the do not disturb mode, and a state of providing notifications such as receiving a call and/or message from an electronic device provided to the user, and includes silence, vibration, or Conditions such as sound may be included.

The sound state according to various embodiments may be a state related to on/off of a 3D surround sound function (eg, Dolby Atmos). In another embodiment, the sound state may be a state related to on/off of an active noise canceling mode or game mode applied when the electronic device is connected to a sound device such as earphones or a speaker. Here, the game mode may be a mode that minimizes the delay time between the image displayed on the display of the electronic device and the sound through the sound device.

The display state of the flexible display 430 according to various embodiments may be a state related to the screen display of the display, for example, brightness, color, brightness, white balance, visibility, always on display (AOD), etc. It may be in a state of

The state of widgets on the home screen according to various embodiments may be a state related to the type of widget displayed on the home screen of the screen of the flexible display 430. For example, the widget state on the home screen may be a widget that is laid out on a preset home screen according to exercise state, meditation state, waking state, sleeping state, etc.

The camera state according to various embodiments may be a state related to a front shooting mode using a front camera or a rear shooting mode using a rear camera. In another embodiment, the status may be related to the zoom ratio and horizontal-to-vertical ratio of the camera.

The keyboard state according to various embodiments may be a state related to the size, width-to-height ratio, or one-handed mode of the keyboard displayed on the screen of the flexible display 430.

The music playlist state according to various embodiments may be a list and order of music preset according to exercise state, meditation state, waking state, sleeping state, etc.

The communication connection state according to various embodiments may be an on/off state of a Wi-Fi connection or a Bluetooth connection of an electronic device, or a communication connection state with a pre-stored external device.

According to various embodiments, at least as part of operation 510 of identifying whether the operating mode of the electronic device has changed, the electronic device may collect data obtained in relation to an application executed by the electronic device or the operating environment of the electronic device in operation 511. A recommended operating mode may be provided based on the acquired data, and in operation 512, it is determined that the provided recommended operating mode is different from the current operating mode of the electronic device, and in operation 513, the operating mode can be set to be changed.

According to various embodiments, the electronic device may output a second display signal to display the notification 610 on the flexible display 430 in operation 530, based on whether the identified operating mode has changed. If the recommended operating mode is different from the current operating mode of the electronic device, the electronic device may identify the operating mode to be changed and display a notification 610 on the flexible display 430. Conversely, if the recommended operating mode is the same as the current operating mode of the electronic device, the electronic device can identify whether to change the operating mode again.

As shown in FIG. 7, notification 610 according to various embodiments may display an image related to a change in the enlarged or reduced state of the flexible display 430. For example, the notification 610 according to various embodiments displays an enlarged or reduced position according to a change in the enlarged or reduced state of the flexible display 430, and determines the direction of enlarging or reducing the flexible display 430. An arrow can be displayed.

According to various embodiments, the electronic device may determine whether a user input related to the notification 610 is received in operation 550 and may output a first display signal based on the user's input being received in operation 570. For example, the electronic device may receive a user's touch input for the notification 610, and may output a first display signal when receiving a touch input for the notification 610. In another embodiment, the electronic device may immediately display an indicator 620 related to the operating mode on the flexible display 430 without displaying the notification 610.

According to various embodiments, when the electronic device obtains a user input that changes the enlargement or reduction state of the flexible display 430 as at least part of the operation of identifying whether the operating mode of the electronic device has changed in operation 510, the electronic device operates. It can be identified as a mode change. For example, the electronic device obtains a user's input to change the enlargement or reduction state of the flexible display 430 through a hardware key, or enlarges or reduces the flexible display 430 through a touch input of the flexible display 430. When a user's input to change the state is obtained, a first display signal may be output in operation 570.

According to various embodiments, in operation 580, the electronic device removes the notification 610 when the user's input related to the notification 610 displayed on the flexible display 430 is not received based on the second display signal. A removal signal can be output. For example, the electronic device may display the notification 610 on the flexible display 430 for a preset display time, and remove the notification 610 when the preset display time has elapsed. A signal can be output.

The indicator 620 according to various embodiments may be displayed as a general screen, a simple screen, and/or a detailed screen. Electronic devices according to various embodiments may display the general screen of the indicator 620 on the flexible display 430, as shown in FIG. 8A. The general screen of the indicator 620 may include a recommendation image 621 related to a recommended operating mode and/or a history image 622 related to at least one of the historical operating modes previously used in the electronic device. Here, the recommended image 621 and/or the history image 622 may be displayed in plural numbers, may be displayed as an icon capable of receiving a user's touch input, or may be displayed as a text image.

Notification 610 and/or indicator 620 according to various embodiments may be displayed adjacent to the expanded or contracted area of the flexible display 430. In particular, when the flexible display 430 is expanded, it can be displayed in the expanded area. Additionally, the notification 610 and/or indicator 620 may be displayed adjacent to one edge or corner so as not to interfere with the user's touch input through the flexible display 430.

Electronic devices according to various embodiments may display a simplified screen of the indicator 620 on the flexible display 430, as shown in FIG. 8B. The brief screen of the indicator 620 may include only a recommended image 621 related to the recommended operating mode.

In addition, an expansion icon 623 for displaying a detailed screen is displayed on the general screen and/or the simple screen of the indicator 620, and the electronic device according to various embodiments receives the user's input for the expansion icon 623. If so, the expanded screen of the indicator 620 can be displayed on the flexible display 430 as shown in FIG. 9A.

The expanded screen of the indicator 620 according to various embodiments may display a recommendation image 621 related to a recommended operation mode and/or a history image 622 related to at least one of the history operation modes. Additionally, the recommended status of the electronic device corresponding to the recommended operation mode may be displayed on the expanded screen of the indicator 620. That is, the recommended operating state displayed on the expanded screen of the indicator 620 includes the enlarged or reduced state of the flexible display 430, and additionally includes a notification provision state, a sound state, a display state of the flexible display 430, and a home screen. It may further include at least one of widget status, camera status, keyboard status, music playlist status, and/or communication connection status.

A setting icon for displaying an indicator setting screen is displayed on the expanded screen of the indicator 620 according to various embodiments, and when a user's input for the setting icon 624 is received, the electronic device according to various embodiments shows As shown in 9b, the setting screen of the indicator 620 can be displayed on the flexible display 430.

The indicator setting screen according to various embodiments changes the settings 910 related to the output conditions of the control signal, or the settings 920 related to data related to the application executed by the electronic device or data related to the operating environment of the electronic device. It can be set to be possible. In the indicator setting screen, the settings 910 related to the output conditions of the control signal can be changed, for example, when a user input related to the displayed indicator 620 is received, or when a preset display time has elapsed. One of the options can be selected.

In addition, the indicator setting screen may change settings 920 related to data related to applications running on the electronic device or data related to the operating environment of the electronic device, for example, applications, browser history, and call/text history. and/or whether to identify a change in the operating mode of the electronic device may be selected based on data such as location information.

According to various embodiments, in operation 590, the electronic device may output a control signal that changes the operating mode of the electronic device while displaying the indicator 620 on the flexible display 430. The electronic device may be set to output a control signal based on an output condition of the control signal, at least as part of the operation of outputting a control signal that changes the operating mode.

The output condition of the control signal according to various embodiments may be set to at least one of when a user input related to the displayed indicator 620 is received or when a preset display time has elapsed. Here, the user's input related to the indicator 620 may be an input for a recommended image 621 related to a recommended operating mode and/or a history image 622 related to a previously used historical operating mode, and the electronic device may be input to the user. A control signal corresponding to the operating mode input from can be output. In another embodiment, when a preset display time has elapsed while displaying the indicator 620, the electronic device may automatically output a control signal corresponding to the recommended operating mode, and may display the indicator 620 according to the setting. A removal signal to remove can also be output.

FIG. 10A illustrates a flexible display 430 on which a multimedia application is executed according to various embodiments of the present disclosure, and FIG. 10B illustrates an indicator 620 when a multimedia application is executed according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. . FIG. 11A illustrates a flexible display 430 on which a game application is executed according to various embodiments of the present disclosure, and FIG. 11B illustrates an indicator 620 when a game application is executed according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. .

According to various embodiments, the electronic device may display an indicator 620 on the flexible display 430 based on data acquired related to the electronic device, and the indicator 620 may include recommendations provided based on the acquired data. Operating mode 621 may be included.

According to various embodiments, a recommended operation mode 621 may be provided based on data acquired in relation to an application executed by the electronic device or data acquired in relation to the operating environment of the electronic device. According to various embodiments, an electronic device may identify the type of application that the electronic device executes based on data acquired related to the application that the electronic device executes.

According to various embodiments, the electronic device provides a recommended operation mode 621 that includes at least one of a sound state, a display state of the flexible display 430, a camera state, or a keyboard state corresponding to the type of the identified application. can be provided. The recommended operating mode 621 may be included and displayed in the indicator 620 displayed on the flexible display 430.

For example, the indicator 620 (UI) and recommended operation mode 621 corresponding to the type of the identified application may be as shown in the table below.

Category UI Display status Recommended status Multi-media Multimedia mode (Screen mode, Equalizer change) Roll out Dolby Atmos: ON (Movie)
Screen : Movie mode Chatting Chatting mode(Keyboard layout / mode / size change) Roll in Keyboard layout: 3x4
Keyboard mode: One-handed keyboard
Keyboard size: small Game Game mode (Sound equalizer, Headset mode change) Roll out Dolby Atmos: ON (Game)
Buds: Game mode, Active noise canceling ON SNS Selfie mode (Camera ratio, mode change) Roll in Camera ratio 1:1
Camera mode: Selfie

Referring to FIGS. 10A and 10B, when the running application is a video streaming service app (e.g., Netflix, Wavve, Disney+, OTT), the electronic device according to various embodiments identifies the type of application as multimedia. can do. When the electronic device according to various embodiments identifies the type of application as multimedia, it may display a recommended operation mode 621 corresponding to multimedia on the indicator 620. An electronic device according to various embodiments may provide a recommended operation mode 621 in which the flexible display 430 is in an enlarged or reduced state (roll out). Additionally, the electronic device may provide a recommended operation mode 621 in which the display state or sound state of the flexible display 430 is a movie mode. For example, in the movie mode, the 3D surround sound function may be turned on, or the display state of the flexible display 430 may be in a clear display state.

Referring to FIGS. 11A and 11B , when an electronic device according to various embodiments identifies the type of application as a game, it may display a recommended operation mode 621 corresponding to the game on the indicator 620. An electronic device according to various embodiments may provide a recommended operation mode 621 in which the flexible display 430 is in an enlarged or reduced state (roll out). Additionally, the electronic device may provide a recommended operation mode 621 in which the sound state is the 3D surround sound function turned on or the game mode.

Additionally, if the running application is Message, KakaoTalk, Line, or What's app, the electronic device can identify the type of application as chat.

If the electronic device identifies the type of application as chatting, it may provide a recommended operation mode 621 in which the flexible display 430 is in an enlarged or reduced state (roll in). Additionally, the electronic device may provide a recommended operating mode 621 in which the keyboard state is a reduced size, 3X4 ratio, or one-handed mode for convenient chatting.

Electronic devices according to various embodiments may identify the type of application as a game when the running application is a full-screen game such as an FPS game or a racing game. Additionally, if the application being executed is Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok, the electronic device may identify the type of application as SNS.

For example, if the electronic device identifies the type of application as SNS, it may provide a recommended operation mode 621 in which the flexible display 430 is enlarged or reduced in a rolled in state. Additionally, the electronic device may provide a recommended operation mode 621 in which the camera state is in a front shooting mode (selfie mode) or the aspect ratio is 1:1.

FIG. 12A illustrates a flexible display 430 of bedtime according to various embodiments of the present disclosure, and FIG. 12B illustrates a bedtime indicator 620 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 13A illustrates a flexible display 430 of a wake-up time according to various embodiments of the present disclosure, and FIG. 13B illustrates a wake-up time indicator 620 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

According to various embodiments, the electronic device may provide a recommended operating mode 621 based on data acquired related to the operating environment of the electronic device. According to various embodiments, the electronic device may identify the current time and provide a recommended operation mode 621 corresponding to the current time of the identified user. The electronic device can identify the current time corresponding to the current location through an antenna and/or GPS sensor.

For example, the electronic device can use the identified current time to divide into a plurality of time zones according to the user's activity time. Electronic devices can be classified as business hours when the current time is between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Additionally, if the current time is between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM, the electronic device can be classified as wake-up time, and if the current time is between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM, it can be classified as bedtime. Boundaries between multiple time zones can be set according to user input.

According to various embodiments, the electronic device operates a recommended operation mode 621 that includes at least one of a notification provision state, a display state of the flexible display 430, or a widget state on the home screen, based on a plurality of time zones. can be provided.

For example, the indicator 620 (UI) and recommended operating mode 621 corresponding to the identified current time may be as shown in the table below.

Category UI Display status Recommended status Wake up Morning mode
(Do not disturb / Sound / Widget change) Roll out Do not disturb mode disable
Sound mode: Sound
News / Weather widget on home screen Working Working mode
(Frequently used widgets / Sound mode change) Roll out Schedule / Note widget on home screen
Sound mode: Vibrate Sleep Sleep mode
(Frequently used widgets / Sound mode / Do not disturb mode / Brightness change) Roll in Media controller widget
Brightness : min
Do not disturb mode

Referring to FIGS. 12A and 12B, when the current time is classified as bedtime, the electronic device may provide a recommended operation mode 621 in which the flexible display 430 is in a rolled in or enlarged state. there is. In addition, the electronic device is in a recommended operation mode in which the notification provision state is in the do not disturb mode on state or in the silent notification state, the display state of the flexible display 430 is in a state with the brightness minimized, or the widget state on the home screen is a multimedia widget. (621) can be provided. Specifically, the flexible display 430 displays an icon indicating the on state of the do not disturb mode in the status display window 1210, and a clock 1230 and a multimedia widget 1250 on the home screen. ) are displayed respectively, and icons 1270 of applications frequently used at bedtime may be displayed.

Referring to FIGS. 13A and 13B, when the current time is divided into wake-up time, the electronic device may provide a recommended operation mode 621 in which the flexible display 430 is in an enlarged or reduced state (roll out). there is. Additionally, the electronic device may provide a recommended operation mode 621 in which the notification provision state is the do not disturb mode off state or the sound notification state, or the widget state on the home screen is a news widget or a weather widget.

Specifically, the icon indicating the do not disturb mode is removed from the status display window 1310 of the flexible display 430, the status of the electronic device is displayed, and a news widget 1330 and a multimedia widget 1350 are displayed on the home screen, respectively. It can be.

Additionally, when the current time is classified as business hours, the electronic device may provide a recommended operation mode 621 in which the flexible display 430 is in an enlarged or reduced state (roll out). Additionally, the electronic device may provide a recommended operation mode 621 in which the notification provision state is a vibration mode, or the widget state on the home screen is a schedule widget or a note widget.

FIG. 14A shows a flexible display 430 in a company according to various embodiments of the present disclosure, and FIG. 14B shows an indicator 620 in a company according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

According to various embodiments, the electronic device identifies the current location and recommends a recommendation that includes at least one of a widget status on the home screen, a notification provision status, or an external communication connection status corresponding to the current location of the identified user. An operating mode 621 may be provided. Electronic devices can identify their current location through a GPS sensor or an antenna for communication with an external electronic device. For example, the electronic device may identify the current location as home or work and provide a recommended operation mode 621 corresponding thereto.

For example, the indicator 620 (UI) and recommended operation mode 621 corresponding to the identified current location may be as shown in the table below.

Category UI Display status Recommended status Home Home mode
(Apps layout/Settings change) Roll out - Home layout: Communication, Internet, Video apps showed on homescreen
-Wifi: On
- Do not disturb: Off
- Sound mode: Sound
- Bluetooth: On Office Office mode
(Apps layout / Settings / Notification change) Roll in -Wifi: Off,
- Do not disturb: On
- Sound mode: Mute
-Notification block (Except office app)

Referring to FIGS. 14A and 14B , when the electronic device according to various embodiments identifies the current location as an office, the recommended operation mode 621 in which the flexible display 430 is enlarged or reduced is in a rolled in state. can be provided. Additionally, the electronic device may provide a recommended operation mode 621 in which the notification provision state is the do not disturb mode on state or the silent notification state, or the communication connection state with the outside is Wifi off state. Additionally, in the recommended operation mode 621, notifications from office-related applications may be provided through sound or vibration. Specifically, the flexible display 430 displays a silent notification status in the status display window 1410. icon is displayed, a dual-mode clock 1430 and a schedule widget 1450 are displayed on the home screen, and an icon 1470 for an application frequently used in the company may be displayed.

When the electronic device according to various embodiments identifies the current location as home, it may provide a recommended operation mode 621 in which the flexible display 430 is in an enlarged or reduced state (roll out). In addition, the electronic device may have a widget state on the home screen in a preset layout displaying a communication widget, an Internet widget, or a video widget, a notification provision state in the do-not-disturb mode off state, a sound notification state, or a communication connection state with the outside. A recommended operation mode 621 in which Wifi is on or Bluetooth is on may be provided.

FIG. 15A illustrates a flexible display 430 in an exercise state according to various embodiments of the present disclosure, and FIG. 15B illustrates an indicator 620 in an exercise state according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

According to various embodiments, the electronic device identifies the user's activity state and recommends a recommendation that includes at least one of a notification provision state, a music playlist state, or a widget state on the home screen corresponding to the identified user's activity state. An operating mode 621 may be provided. For example, the electronic device can identify whether the user's activity state is an exercise state or a meditation state and provide a recommended operation mode 621 corresponding thereto. The electronic device may identify the user's activity state through a motion sensor, or may identify the user's activity state based on whether an exercise application or a meditation application is running.

For example, the indicator 620 (UI) and recommended operating mode 621 corresponding to the activity state of the identified user may be as shown in the table below.

Category UI Display status Recommended status Exercise Exercise mode
(Frequently used widgets / Do not disturb mode change) Roll in Health/Media controller widget
Playlist added (for exercise)
Do not disturb: On Meditation Meditation mode
(Frequently used widgets / Do not disturb mode change) Roll in Media controller widget
Playlist added (for meditation)
Do not disturb: On

Referring to FIGS. 15A and 15B , when the electronic device identifies the user's activity state as an exercise state, the electronic device selects a recommended operation mode 621 in which the enlarged or reduced state of the flexible display 430 is rolled in. can be provided. In addition, the electronic device has a recommended operation mode 621 in which the notification provision state is the do not disturb mode on, the music playlist state is a pre-stored music list, or the widget state on the home screen displays a multimedia widget or exercise widget. Specifically, the flexible display 430 displays an icon indicating a silent notification status in the status display window 1510, and a clock and weather widget 1530 and a multimedia widget and exercise widget 1550 are displayed on the home screen. Each is displayed, and an icon 1570 of an application frequently used during exercise may be displayed.

When the electronic device identifies the user's activity state as a meditation state, the electronic device may provide a recommended operation mode 621 in which the flexible display 430 is in an enlarged or reduced state (roll in). Additionally, the electronic device may provide a recommended operation mode 621 in which the notification provision state is the do not disturb mode on, the music playlist state is a pre-stored meditation list, or a multimedia widget is displayed.

The electronic device 400 according to various embodiments includes a first housing 410, which is arranged to be movable with respect to the first housing 410 and moves in a first direction with respect to the first housing 410. Accordingly, the electronic device 400 is inserted into the first housing 410 to reduce the electronic device 400 or the first housing 410 is moved in a second direction with respect to the first housing 410. A second housing 420 is drawn out from the inside and enlarges the electronic device 400 and overlaps at least a portion of the first housing 410, and is at least partially fixed to the surface of the second housing 420. (mounted), including a flexible display 430 of which at least a portion is reduced or enlarged, and at least one processor 440, wherein the at least one processor 440 acquires information related to the electronic device 400. Based on the data, it is identified whether the operating mode of the electronic device 400 including the enlarged or reduced state of the flexible display 430 is changed, and based on whether the identified operating mode is changed, the operating mode is determined. A first display signal is output to display an indicator 620 related to the flexible display 430, and the indicator 620 is displayed on the flexible display 430 based on the output first display signal. , it can be set to output a control signal that changes the operating mode of the electronic device 400.

According to various embodiments, the operating mode of the electronic device 400 includes a notification provision state, a sound state, a display state of the flexible display 430, a widget state on the home screen, a camera state, a keyboard state, a music playlist state, or At least one of the communication connection states may be further included.

According to various embodiments, the at least one processor 440 obtains information related to an application executed by the electronic device 400 as at least part of an operation of identifying whether the operating mode of the electronic device 400 has changed. Provides a recommended operating mode based on data or data acquired related to the operating environment of the electronic device 400, and if the provided recommended operating mode is different from the current operating mode of the electronic device 400, It can be set to identify which mode of operation will change.

According to various embodiments, the at least one processor 440 identifies the type of application executing the electronic device 400 based on data obtained related to the application executing the electronic device 400. , It can be set to provide the recommended operation mode that includes at least one of a sound state, a display state of the flexible display 430, a camera state, or a keyboard state, corresponding to the type of the identified application.

According to various embodiments, the at least one processor 440 identifies the current time of the electronic device 400 based on data acquired related to the operating environment of the electronic device 400, and It may be set to provide the recommended operation mode that includes at least one of a notification provision state, a display state of the flexible display 430, or a widget state of the home screen, corresponding to the user's current time.

According to various embodiments, the at least one processor 440 identifies the current location of the electronic device 400 based on data acquired related to the operating environment of the electronic device 400, and It can be set to provide the recommended operation mode that includes at least one of a widget state on the home screen, a notification provision state, or an external communication connection state corresponding to the user's current location.

According to various embodiments, the at least one processor 440 identifies the user's activity state based on data acquired related to the operating environment of the electronic device 400, and determines the user's activity state based on the identified user's activity state. It may be set to provide the recommended operation mode that includes at least one of a corresponding notification provision state, a music playlist state, or a widget state on the home screen.

According to various embodiments, the at least one processor 440 generates a notification 610 related to a change in the enlarged or reduced state of the flexible display 430 based on whether the identified operating mode is changed. Outputs a second display signal to display on the flexible display 430, and at least as part of the operation of outputting the first display signal, the notification displayed on the flexible display 430 based on the second display signal. Based on the user's input related to the application 610 being received, the first display signal may be set to be output.

According to various embodiments, when the at least one processor 440 does not receive a user input related to the notification 610 displayed on the flexible display 430 based on the second display signal, It can be set to output a removal signal that removes the notification 610.

According to various embodiments, the displayed indicator 620 may include a recommended image 621 related to the recommended operating mode or a history image related to at least one of a history operating mode previously used in the electronic device 400 ( 622) may be included.

According to various embodiments, when a user's input related to the displayed indicator 620 is received, the at least one processor 440 generates a recommended state of the electronic device 400 corresponding to the recommended operation mode. It can be set to be displayed on the displayed indicator 620.

According to various embodiments, when a user's input related to the displayed indicator 620 is received, the at least one processor 440 displays an indicator setting screen on the indicator 620, and the indicator setting screen Changes the settings 910 related to the output conditions of the control signal, or the settings 920 related to data related to the application executed by the electronic device 400 or data related to the operating environment of the electronic device 400. It can be set to enable.

According to various embodiments, the at least one processor 440 changes the enlargement or reduction state of the flexible display 430 as at least part of the operation of identifying whether the operating mode of the electronic device 400 is changed. When user input is obtained, it can be set to identify the operating mode to be changed.

According to various embodiments, the at least one processor 440, as at least part of an operation of outputting a control signal for changing the operating mode of the electronic device 400, controls the control based on an output condition of the control signal. It is set to output a signal, and the output condition of the control signal may be set to at least one of when a user's input related to the displayed indicator 620 is received or when a preset display time has elapsed.

The electronic device 400 according to various embodiments includes a first housing 410, which is arranged to be movable with respect to the first housing 410 and moves in a first direction with respect to the first housing 410. The electronic device 400 is inserted into the first housing 410 to shrink it or is moved in a second direction with respect to the first housing 410. A second housing 420 is drawn out from the inside, enlarges the electronic device 400, and overlaps at least a portion of the first housing 410, and is at least partially fixed (mounted) to the surface of the second housing 420. ) Includes a flexible display 430 and at least one processor 440, at least a portion of which is reduced or enlarged, and its operating method includes, based on data acquired in relation to the electronic device 400, the flexible display 430 An operation of identifying whether the operating mode of the electronic device 400 including the enlarged or reduced state of 430 has changed, and based on whether the identified operating mode has changed, an indicator 620 related to the operating mode is displayed. Outputting a first display signal to be displayed on the flexible display 430 and displaying the indicator 620 on the flexible display 430 based on the output first display signal, the electronic device ( 400) may include outputting a control signal to change the operating mode.

According to various embodiments, the operating mode of the electronic device 400 includes a notification provision state, a sound state, a display state of the flexible display 430, a widget state on the home screen, a camera state, a keyboard state, a music playlist state, or At least one of the communication connection states may be further included.

According to various embodiments, at least as part of the operation of identifying whether the operating mode of the electronic device 400 has changed, data acquired in relation to an application executed by the electronic device 400 or data of the electronic device 400 providing a recommended operating mode based on data obtained regarding the operating environment, and if the provided recommended operating mode is different from the current operating mode of the electronic device 400, identifying the operating mode to be changed. This may be included.

According to various embodiments, based on whether the identified operating mode is changed, a notification 610 related to a change in the enlarged or reduced state of the flexible display 430 is displayed on the flexible display 430. It further includes an operation of outputting a second display signal, wherein at least as part of the operation of outputting the first display signal, the notification 610 displayed on the flexible display 430 based on the second display signal is displayed. Based on the relevant user input being received, the first display signal may be output.

According to various embodiments, when a user's input to change the enlargement or reduction state of the flexible display 430 is obtained as at least part of the operation of identifying whether the operation mode of the electronic device 400 has changed, the operation is performed. It can be set to identify the mode to be changed.

According to various embodiments, at least as part of the operation of outputting a control signal that changes the operating mode of the electronic device 400, the control signal is output based on an output condition of the control signal, and the control signal is output. The condition may be set to at least one of when a user's input related to the displayed indicator 620 is received or when a preset display time has elapsed.

410: first housing
420: second housing
430: Flexible display
440: processor
450: Drive module
610: Notification
620: indicator

Claims (20)

In electronic devices,
first housing;
It is arranged to be movable with respect to the first housing, and is inserted into the first housing based on movement in a first direction with respect to the first housing to shrink the electronic device or insert it into the first housing. a second housing that is pulled out from the inside of the first housing based on movement in a second direction relative to the first housing to enlarge the electronic device and overlaps at least a portion of the first housing;
a flexible display at least partially mounted on a surface of the second housing and at least partially reduced or enlarged; and
Contains at least one processor,
The at least one processor:
Based on data obtained related to the electronic device, identify whether the operating mode of the electronic device, including the physical state of the electronic device or the flexible display, has changed,
Based on whether the identified operating mode is changed, output a first display signal to display an indicator related to the operating mode on the flexible display,
Set to output a control signal for changing the operating mode of the electronic device while displaying the indicator on the flexible display based on the output first display signal,
Electronic devices.
The method of claim 1,
The operating mode of the electronic device further includes at least one of a notification provision state, a sound state, a display state of a flexible display, a widget state of a home screen, a camera state, a keyboard state, a music playlist state, or a communication connection state.
Electronic devices.
The method of claim 1,
The at least one processor, at least as part of an operation of identifying whether an operating mode of the electronic device has changed,
Provide a recommended operating mode based on data acquired related to an application running by the electronic device or data acquired related to the operating environment of the electronic device,
set to identify the operating mode to be changed if the provided recommended operating mode is different from the current operating mode of the electronic device,
Electronic devices.
The method of claim 3,
The at least one processor identifies the type of application executing the electronic device based on data obtained related to the application executing the electronic device,
Set to provide the recommended operation mode that includes at least one of a sound state, a display state of a flexible display, a camera state, or a keyboard state, corresponding to the type of the identified application,
Electronic devices.
The method of claim 3,
The at least one processor identifies the current time of the electronic device based on data obtained regarding the operating environment of the electronic device,
Set to provide the recommended operation mode that includes at least one of a notification provision state, a display state of a flexible display, or a widget state of a home screen, corresponding to the current time of the identified user,
Electronic devices.
The method of claim 3,
The at least one processor identifies the current location of the electronic device based on data obtained regarding the operating environment of the electronic device,
Set to provide the recommended operation mode that includes at least one of a widget state on the home screen, a notification provision state, or a communication connection state with the outside, corresponding to the current location of the identified user,
Electronic devices.
The method of claim 3,
The at least one processor identifies the user's activity state based on data obtained regarding the operating environment of the electronic device,
Set to provide the recommended operation mode that includes at least one of a notification provision state, a music playlist state, or a home screen widget state corresponding to the identified user's activity state,
Electronic devices.
The method of claim 1,
The at least one processor sends a second display signal to display on the flexible display a notification related to a change in the physical state of the electronic device or the flexible display, based on whether the identified operating mode is changed. Print it out,
At least as part of the operation of outputting the first display signal, the device is set to output the first display signal based on receiving a user input related to the notification displayed on the flexible display based on the second display signal. ,
Electronic devices.
The method of claim 8,
The at least one processor is set to output a removal signal for removing the notification when a user's input related to the notification displayed on the flexible display is not received based on the second display signal.
Electronic devices.
The method of claim 3,
The displayed indicator includes a recommendation image related to the recommended operating mode or a history image related to at least one of a history operating mode previously used in the electronic device.
Electronic devices.
The method of claim 3,
The at least one processor is set to display a recommended state of the electronic device corresponding to the recommended operation mode on the displayed indicator when a user input related to the displayed indicator is received,
Electronic devices.
The method of claim 3,
The at least one processor displays an indicator setting screen on the indicator when a user input related to the displayed indicator is received,
The indicator setting screen is set to change settings related to output conditions of the control signal, data related to an application executed by the electronic device, or data related to the operating environment of the electronic device.
Electronic devices.
The method of claim 1,
The at least one processor, when obtaining a user input that changes the physical state of the electronic device or the flexible display as at least part of the operation of identifying whether the operating mode of the electronic device is changed, changes the operating mode. set to identify as
Electronic devices.
The method of claim 1,
The at least one processor is set to output the control signal based on an output condition of the control signal, as at least part of an operation of outputting a control signal that changes the operating mode of the electronic device,
The output condition of the control signal is set to at least one of when a user input related to the displayed indicator is received or when a preset display time has elapsed,
Electronic devices.
A first housing, arranged to be movable with respect to the first housing and inserted into the first housing based on movement in a first direction with respect to the first housing to shrink the electronic device or 1 A second housing that is drawn out from the inside of the first housing based on movement in a second direction with respect to the housing, enlarges the electronic device, and overlaps at least a portion of the first housing, at least partially on the surface of the second housing. A method of operating an electronic device including a flexible display mounted and at least partially reduced or enlarged and at least one processor,
identifying whether an operating mode of the electronic device, including the physical state of the electronic device or the flexible display, has changed based on data acquired related to the electronic device;
Based on whether the identified operating mode is changed, outputting a first display signal to display an indicator related to the operating mode on the flexible display; and
An operation of outputting a control signal to change the operation mode of the electronic device while displaying the indicator on the flexible display based on the output first display signal,
How electronic devices work.
The method of claim 15,
The operating mode of the electronic device further includes at least one of a notification provision state, a sound state, a display state of a flexible display, a widget state of a home screen, a camera state, a keyboard state, a music playlist state, or a communication connection state.
How electronic devices work.
The method of claim 15,
At least as part of the operation of identifying whether the operating mode of the electronic device has changed,
providing a recommended operating mode based on data acquired in relation to an application executed by the electronic device or data acquired in relation to an operating environment of the electronic device; and
If the provided recommended operating mode is different from the current operating mode of the electronic device, identifying the operating mode to be changed,
How electronic devices work.
The method of claim 15,
Based on whether the identified operating mode is changed, the operation of outputting a second display signal to display a notification related to a change in the physical state of the electronic device or the flexible display on the flexible display; ,
At least as part of the operation of outputting the first display signal, outputting the first display signal based on receiving a user input related to the notification displayed on the flexible display based on the second display signal.
How electronic devices work.
The method of claim 15,
At least as part of the operation of identifying whether the operating mode of the electronic device is changed, when a user input that changes the physical state of the electronic device or the flexible display is obtained, identify the operating mode to be changed,
How electronic devices work.
The method of claim 15,
At least as part of the operation of outputting a control signal that changes the operating mode of the electronic device, outputting the control signal based on an output condition of the control signal,
The output condition of the control signal is set to at least one of when a user input related to the displayed indicator is received or when a preset display time has elapsed,
How electronic devices work.

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