KR20250050665A - An electronic device comprising a cover - Google Patents

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a cover. According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a cover may include: a cover part configured to cover an outer surface of an electronic device; a rotating plate rotatably coupled to the cover part; and a sensor configured to output a signal related to a relative position between the cover part and the rotating plate.

Description

{AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE COMPRISING A COVER}

Various embodiments disclosed in this document relate to electronic devices, for example, to electronic devices including a cover.

Due to the advancement of information and communication technology and semiconductor technology, various functions are being integrated into a single portable electronic device. For example, electronic devices can implement not only communication functions, but also entertainment functions such as games, multimedia functions such as music/video playback, communication and security functions for mobile banking, or functions of schedule management and electronic wallets. These electronic devices are being miniaturized so that users can conveniently carry them.

The above information may be provided as related art for the purpose of assisting in understanding the present disclosure. No claim or determination is made as to whether any of the above is applicable as prior art in connection with the present disclosure.

An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a housing; a display disposed in the housing; and a cover surrounding at least a portion of the housing, wherein the cover may include a first part facing one side of the housing; a second part movably coupled to the first part; a magnetic member disposed in one of the first part and the second part; and a position sensor disposed in the other of the first part and the second part and configured to detect a signal generated by the magnetic member.

An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a housing including a receiving portion; a display disposed in the housing; a pen configured to be received in the receiving portion of the housing; and a cover surrounding at least a portion of the housing, wherein the cover may include a first body covering at least a portion of a surface of the housing; and a support portion rotatably coupled to the first body and configured to cover the receiving portion of the housing.

A cover according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a cover part configured to cover an outer surface of an electronic device; a rotary plate rotatably coupled to the cover part; and a sensor configured to output a signal related to a relative position between the cover part and the rotary plate.

A method for controlling an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first operation of rotating a housing at least partially covered by a cover; a second operation of detecting relative movement between a cover part of the cover and a rotary plate that moves relatively to the cover part; and a third operation of changing a screen displayed on a display disposed in the housing based on the relative movement between the cover part and the rotary plate.

The above-described aspects or other aspects, configurations and/or advantages of one embodiment of the present disclosure may become more apparent from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.
FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 2 is a perspective view illustrating an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 3 is a perspective view showing the electronic device illustrated in Figure 2.
FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view showing an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 5 is a perspective view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 6 is a perspective view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 7 is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 8 is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 9 is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 10 is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 11A is an exploded view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 11b is an exploded view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 11c is an exploded view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 12A is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 12b is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 12c is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 12d is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 12e is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 12f is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 12g is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 13A is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 13b is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 13c is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 13d is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 13e is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 13f is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 13g is a diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 14 is a block diagram of electronic device components according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 15 is a control block diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 16A is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 16b is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 16c is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 17 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 18 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 19 is a control block diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 20 is a drawing explaining the operation of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
FIG. 21 is a control block diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.
Throughout the attached drawings, similar reference numbers may be assigned to similar parts, components and/or structures.

The following description of the attached drawings may provide an understanding of various exemplary implementations of the present disclosure, including claims and their equivalents. The exemplary embodiments disclosed in the following description include numerous specific details to aid understanding, but are to be considered as one of various exemplary embodiments. Accordingly, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes and modifications of the various implementations described herein may be made without departing from the scope and technical spirit of the disclosure. In addition, descriptions of well-known functions and configurations may be omitted for clarity and conciseness.

The terms and words used in the following description and claims are not limited to a reference meaning, but can be used to clearly and consistently describe one embodiment of the present disclosure. Accordingly, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the following description of various implementations of the disclosure is provided for the purpose of explanation and not for the purpose of limiting the disclosure, which defines the scope of the rights and equivalents thereof.

Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular forms "a", "an", and "the" should be understood to include the plural. Thus, for example, reference to "a component surface" could be understood to include one or more of the surfaces of the component.

FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

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

The processor (120) may control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (101) connected to the processor (120) by executing, for example, software (e.g., a program (140)), and may perform various data processing or calculations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or calculations, the processor (120) may store a command or data received from another component (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) in the volatile memory (132), process the command or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store result data in the nonvolatile memory (134). According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or an auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a graphic processing unit, a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor) that can operate independently or together therewith. For example, if the electronic device (101) includes a main processor (121) and a secondary processor (123), the secondary processor (123) may be configured to use lower power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a given function. The secondary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as a part thereof.

The auxiliary processor (123) may control at least a portion of functions or states associated with 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)), for example, on behalf of the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or together with the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., an image signal processor or a communication processor) may be implemented as a part of another functionally related component (e.g., a camera module (180) or a communication module (190)). In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a neural network processing device) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. The artificial intelligence models may be generated through machine learning. Such learning may be performed, for example, in the electronic device (101) on which artificial intelligence is performed, or may be performed through a separate server (e.g., server (108)). The learning algorithm may include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but is not limited to the examples described above. The artificial intelligence model may include a plurality of artificial neural network layers. The artificial neural network may be one of a deep neural network (DNN), a convolutional neural network (CNN), a recurrent neural network (RNN), a restricted Boltzmann machine (RBM), a deep belief network (DBN), a bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), 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 the hardware structure, the artificial intelligence model may additionally or alternatively include a software structure.

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

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

The input module (150) can receive commands or data to be used in a component of the electronic device (101) (e.g., a processor (120)) from an external source (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The input module (150) can include, for example, a microphone, a mouse, a keyboard, a key (e.g., a button), or a digital pen (e.g., a stylus pen).

The audio output module (155) can output an audio signal to the outside of the electronic device (101). The audio output module (155) can include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver can be used to receive an incoming call. According to one embodiment, the receiver can be implemented separately from the speaker or as a part thereof.

The display module (160) can visually provide information to an external party (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The display module (160) can include, for example, a display, a hall-area program device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling the device. According to one embodiment, the display module (160) can include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of a force generated by the touch.

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

The sensor module (176) can detect an operating state (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device (101) or an external environmental state (e.g., user state) and generate an electric signal or data value corresponding to the detected state. According to one embodiment, the sensor module (176) can include, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

The interface (177) may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly or wirelessly connect the electronic device (101) with an external electronic device (e.g., 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) may be physically connected to an external electronic device (e.g., 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 (e.g., a headphone connector).

The haptic module (179) can convert an electrical signal into a mechanical stimulus (e.g., vibration or movement) or an electrical stimulus that a user can perceive through a tactile or kinesthetic sense. According to one embodiment, the haptic module (179) can 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) can 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) can be implemented as, for example, at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

The battery (189) can power at least one component of the electronic device (101). In one embodiment, the battery (189) can include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

The communication module (190) may support establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (102), the electronic device (104), or the server (108)), and performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (190) may operate independently from the processor (120) (e.g., the 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) may include a wireless communication module (192) (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a GNSS (global navigation satellite system) communication module) or a wired communication module (194) (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module or a power line communication module). Among these communication modules, a corresponding communication module may communicate with an external electronic device (104) via 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., a long-range communication network such as a legacy cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or WAN)). These various types of communication modules may be integrated into a single component (e.g., a single chip) or implemented as multiple separate components (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module (192) may use subscriber information (e.g., international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (196) to identify or authenticate the electronic device (101) within a communication network such as the first network (198) or the second network (199).

The wireless communication module (192) can support a 5G network and next-generation communication technology after a 4G network, for example, NR access technology (new radio access technology). The NR access technology can support high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (eMBB (enhanced mobile broadband)), terminal power minimization and connection of multiple terminals (mMTC (massive machine type communications)), or high reliability and low latency (URLLC (ultra-reliable and low-latency communications)). The wireless communication module (192) can support, for example, a high-frequency band (e.g., mmWave band) to achieve a high data transmission rate. The wireless communication module (192) may support various technologies for securing performance in a high-frequency band, such as beamforming, massive multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO), full dimensional MIMO (FD-MIMO), array antenna, analog beam-forming, or large scale antenna. The wireless communication module (192) may support various requirements specified in an 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) may support a peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for eMBB realization, a loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for mMTC realization, or a U-plane latency (e.g., 0.5 ms or less for downlink (DL) and uplink (UL) each, or 1 ms or less for round trip) for URLLC realization.

The antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from the outside (e.g., an external electronic device). According to one embodiment, the antenna module (197) can include an antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). According to one embodiment, the antenna module (197) can include a plurality of antennas (e.g., 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), can be selected from the plurality of antennas by, for example, the communication module (190). A signal or power can be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and the external electronic device through the selected at least one antenna. According to one embodiment, in addition to the radiator, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) can be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (197).

In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) can form a mmWave antenna module. In one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module can include a printed circuit board, an RFIC positioned on or adjacent a first side (e.g., a bottom side) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high-frequency band (e.g., a mmWave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna) positioned on or adjacent a second side (e.g., a top side or a side) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high-frequency band.

At least some of the above components may be interconnected and exchange signals (e.g., commands or data) with each other via a communication method between peripheral devices (e.g., a bus, a general purpose input and output (GPIO), a serial peripheral interface (SPI), or a mobile industry processor interface (MIPI)).

In one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (104) via a server (108) connected to a second network (199). Each of the external electronic devices (102 or 104) may be the same or a different type of device as the electronic device (101). In one embodiment, all or part of the operations executed 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) is 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, instead of or in addition to executing the function or service itself, request one or more external electronic devices to perform at least a part of the function or service. One or more external electronic devices that have received the request may execute at least a 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 provide the result, as is or additionally processed, as at least a 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 may be used. The electronic device (101) may provide an ultra-low latency service by using, for example, distributed computing or mobile edge computing. In one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) may include an IoT (Internet of Things) device. The server (108) may be an intelligent server using machine learning and/or a neural network. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) or the server (108) may be included in the second network (199). The electronic device (101) can be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

In the detailed description below, the longitudinal direction, the width direction, and/or the thickness direction of the electronic device may be mentioned, and the longitudinal direction may be defined as the 'Y-axis direction', the width direction as the 'X-axis direction', and/or the thickness direction as the 'Z-axis direction'. In one embodiment, with respect to the direction that the components are oriented, 'negative/positive (-/+)' may be mentioned together with the orthogonal coordinate system illustrated in the drawings. For example, the front of the electronic device or the housing may be defined as the 'side facing the +Z direction', and the back may be defined as the 'side facing the -Z direction'. In one embodiment, the side of the electronic device or the housing may include a region facing the +X direction, a region facing the +Y direction, a region facing the -X direction, and/or a region facing the -Y direction. Also, in one embodiment, the 'X-axis direction' may mean both the '-X direction' and the '+X direction'. It should be noted that this is based on the orthogonal coordinate system illustrated in the drawings for the sake of brevity of description, and that the description of these directions or components does not limit one embodiment of the present disclosure. For example, the aforementioned front and rear facing directions may vary depending on whether the electronic device is unfolded or folded, and the aforementioned directions may be interpreted differently depending on the user's gripping habits.

FIG. 2 is a three-dimensional view showing an electronic device (101) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 2. The configuration of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 2 and 3 may be all or part of the same as the configuration of the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1.

Referring to FIGS. 2 and 3, an electronic device (101) according to one embodiment may include a display (220), a front plate (202), and a housing (210) including a first side (or front side) (210A), a second side (or back side) (210B), and a side surface (210C) surrounding a space between the first side (210A) and the second side (210B), and the display (220). In one embodiment (not shown), the housing (210) may also refer to a structure forming a portion of the first side (210A) of FIG. 2, the second side (210B) of FIG. 3, and the side surface (210C).

In one embodiment, the front plate (202) can form at least a portion of the first surface (210A). In one embodiment, the front plate (202) is a glass plate or a polymer plate, at least a portion of which is substantially transparent, and can include various coating layers. The front plate (202) can be referred to as, for example, a display (e.g., a display (220) of FIG. 4), a window, and/or a window plate (e.g., a window plate (221) of FIG. 4), and together with the housing (210) can form an outer appearance of the electronic device (101). In one embodiment, a display panel (e.g., a display panel (223) of FIG. 4) can be disposed on an inner surface of the front plate (202), and, depending on the embodiment, the front plate (202) itself and/or the front plate (202) and the display panel (223) in combination can be referred to as a 'display'.

According to one embodiment, the second side (or back surface) (210B) of the electronic device (101) may be formed by a back plate (212) provided as a part of the housing (210) (e.g., the back plate (212) of FIG. 4). The back plate (212) may be formed by a substantially opaque material, for example, a coated or colored glass, a ceramic, a polymer, a metal (e.g., aluminum, stainless steel (STS), or magnesium), or a combination of at least two of the above materials.

In one embodiment, the side surface (210C) of the electronic device (101) may be formed by a side structure (211) (e.g., a “bezel structure”) that at least partially surrounds a space between the front plate (202) and the back plate (212). For example, the front plate (202) may be coupled to the side structure (211) so as to face the back plate (212) with a predetermined gap therebetween. In one embodiment, the side structure (211) may be provided as a separate component from the back plate (212) and may be coupled to the back plate (212) through a separate assembly process to form the housing (210). In one embodiment, the side structure (211) may be manufactured or formed integrally with the back plate (212) and may include the same material (e.g., a metal material such as aluminum). In one embodiment, the back plate (212) and/or the side structure (211) may at least partially include an electrically conductive material, a metal material, and/or a polymer material. When the back plate (212) and/or the side structure (211) include an electrically conductive material, the housing (210) may function at least partially as a radiating conductor of an antenna for transmitting and receiving wireless signals, and/or as a ground or electromagnetic shielding structure for the electronic device (101).

In the illustrated embodiment, the front plate (202) and/or the back plate (212) are substantially flat plate shaped, but it should be noted that the embodiments disclosed in this document are not limited thereto. For example, the front plate (202) and/or the back plate (212) may have a substantially flat plate shape, but at least a portion of an edge may have a curved shape, and a side structure (211) connecting the edge of the front plate (202) and the back plate (212) may have a curved shape. In one embodiment, a thickness of the electronic device (101) at the center of the front plate (202), for example, a thickness measured along the Z-axis direction, may be greater than a thickness measured at an edge of the front plate (202). For example, the thickness of the electronic device (101) may gradually decrease as it approaches the edge on the first surface (210A). When the front plate (202), the rear plate (212) and/or the side structure (211) of the appearance of the electronic device (101) have a curved shape, a comfortable grip can be provided to the user.

According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a display (e.g., the display (220) of FIG. 4), an audio module (213) (e.g., the audio module (170) of FIG. 1), and/or a key input device (218), and may include at least one of a sensor module (e.g., the sensor module (176) of FIG. 1), a camera module (e.g., the camera module (180) of FIG. 1), a light-emitting element, and a connector hole (e.g., the connection terminal (178) of FIG. 1), which is not shown. In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may omit at least one of the components (e.g., the key input device (218) or the light-emitting element) or may additionally include other components.

The display (220) may be visually exposed, for example, through a significant portion of the front plate (202). In one embodiment, at least a portion of the display (220) may be visually exposed through the front plate (202) forming the first surface (210A) or through a portion of a side surface (210C). In one embodiment, a corner of the display (220) may be formed to be substantially the same as an adjacent outer shape of the front plate (202). In one embodiment (not shown), in order to expand the area over which the display (220) is visually exposed, the gap between the outer edge of the display (220) and the outer edge of the front plate (202) may be formed to be substantially the same.

According to one embodiment, the display (220) may include, for example, a display panel (e.g., the display panel (223) of FIG. 4) disposed on the inner side of the front plate (202) and may output visual information, such as characters, images, and/or moving images, through a significant portion of the front plate (202). In one embodiment, substantially the entire area of the front plate (202) may be set as an area for outputting a screen. The area for outputting a screen may be formed to be substantially the same as the edge shape of the front plate (202). In one embodiment (not shown), the gap between the area for outputting a screen and the outer edge of the front plate (202) may be formed to be substantially the same, thereby increasing the ratio of the area provided by the front plate (202) to the area for outputting a screen.

In one embodiment, the display (220) may include at least one of an audio module, a sensor module, a camera module, and a light-emitting element that is aligned with a recess or opening formed in a portion of a screen display area and is aligned with the recess or opening. In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include at least one of an audio module, a sensor module, a camera module, a fingerprint sensor, and a light-emitting element arranged to face a direction opposite to a screen output direction of the display (220). In one embodiment, the electronic device may include at least one of an audio module, a sensor module, a camera module, and a light-emitting element arranged on an inner side of the screen display area of the display (220) while facing the same direction as the screen output direction. For example, the camera module may be arranged to overlap the screen display area and may not be visually exposed to the outside, and may include a hidden under display camera (UDC).

In one embodiment, the display (220) may be coupled to or adjacent to a touch sensing circuit, a pressure sensor capable of measuring the intensity (pressure) of a touch, and/or a digitizer capable of detecting a magnetic field-type stylus pen. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the sensor module, and/or at least a portion of the key input device, may be disposed inside the display.

In one embodiment, the display (220) may include a display (e.g., a flexible display) that is arranged to be slidable on the housing (210) to provide a screen (e.g., a screen display area). For example, the screen display area of the electronic device (101) is an area that is visually exposed and capable of outputting an image, and the electronic device (101) may reduce or expand the screen display area according to the movement of a sliding plate (not shown) or the movement of the display (220). For example, the electronic device (101) may include a rollable type electronic device configured to selectively expand the screen display area by at least a portion (e.g., the housing) of the electronic device (101) being at least partially slidable. For example, the display (220) may also be referred to as a slide-out display or an expandable display.

According to one embodiment, the audio module (213) may include a microphone hole and a speaker hole. The microphone hole may have a microphone disposed inside for acquiring external sound, and in one embodiment, multiple microphones may be disposed so as to detect the direction of the sound. The speaker hole may include an external speaker hole and a receiver hole for calls. In one embodiment, the speaker hole and the microphone hole may be implemented as one hole, or a speaker may be included without the speaker hole (e.g., a piezo speaker). In the illustrated embodiment, the audio module is illustrated in the form of a hole (213) penetrating a side surface (210C) of the electronic device, for example, a side structure (211) (e.g., the side structure (211) of FIG. 4), but it should be noted that one embodiment disclosed in this document is not limited thereto. For example, when providing a voice call function, the electronic device (101) may further include an audio module (not illustrated) in the form of a hole penetrating a front plate (202). The number and location of audio modules may be varied in consideration of the shape, function, and/or actual usage environment of the electronic device (101).

According to one embodiment, a sensor module (not shown) may generate an electric 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 sensors that detect an operating environment of the electronic device (101), such as a proximity sensor, an illuminance sensor, and a temperature/barometric pressure sensor, and may include sensors that obtain a user's biometric information, such as a fingerprint sensor or an HRM sensor. In addition, various other types of sensors, such as a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, or a humidity sensor, may be mounted on the electronic device (101). The arrangement of such sensor modules may be appropriately selected in consideration of an actual usage environment of the electronic device and functions mounted on the electronic device.

According to one embodiment, the camera module may be arranged on at least one of the first surface (210A), which is the front surface, and the second surface (210B), which is the rear surface, of the electronic device (101), and, according to an embodiment, a plurality of camera modules may be arranged to face the same direction. In one embodiment, the camera module may include a flash that provides illumination toward a subject. The camera module may include, for example, one or a plurality of lenses, an image sensor, and/or an image signal processor. The flash may include, for example, a light-emitting diode or a xenon lamp.

According to one embodiment, the key input devices (218) may be disposed on a side surface (210C) of the electronic device (101) and/or the housing (210). In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may not include some or all of the above-mentioned key input devices (218), and the key input devices (218) that are not included may be implemented in other forms, such as soft keys, on the display (220). The number or location of the key input devices (218) is not limited to the illustrated embodiment, and may be additionally installed on the first side (210A) or the second side (210B) of the electronic device and/or on a side surface (210C) that is not illustrated. In one embodiment, some of the key input devices (218) of FIG. 2 may be replaced with slots or connector holes. For example, the electronic device (101) can accommodate a user identification module card or a memory card through a slot formed to penetrate the side structure (211), and can transmit and receive power, audio signals, and/or data with an external electronic device through a connector hole.

In one embodiment, the light-emitting element may be disposed on the first side (210A) and/or the second side (210B) of the electronic device (101). The light-emitting element may provide, for example, status information of the electronic device (101) in the form of light. In one embodiment, the light-emitting element may provide, for example, a light source that is linked to the operation of a camera module. The light-emitting element may include, for example, an LED, an IR LED, and a xenon lamp.

FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view illustrating an electronic device (101) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 2 and/or FIG. 3) according to one embodiment disclosed in this document.

Referring to FIG. 4, the electronic device (101) may include a housing (210) (e.g., the housing (210) of FIG. 2 and/or FIG. 3), a display (220), a printed circuit board (203) (e.g., a printed circuit board (PCB), a printed board assembly (PBA), a flexible PCB (FPCB), or a rigid-flexible PCB (RFPCB)), a battery (204), a speaker module (251), and an antenna (253). In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may omit at least one of the components or additionally include another component (e.g., a bracket that supports or protects the display (220). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may have a structure in which housings divided into a plurality of regions are folded by including at least one hinge structure. For example, depending on the change in state of the hinge structure (e.g., folded state, intermediate state, or unfolded state), the state of the display operatively connected to the housing may change. For example, the first display corresponding to the first housing and the second display corresponding to the second housing may change to a state facing or spaced apart from each other. According to one embodiment, at least one of the components of the electronic device (101) may be identical or similar to at least one of the components of the electronic device (101) of FIG. 2 or FIG. 3, and any redundant description will be omitted below.

In one embodiment, the housing (210) may include a back plate (212) (e.g., the back plate (212) of FIG. 2) and a side structure (211) (e.g., the side structure (211) of FIG. 2) extending from the back plate (212) in a thickness direction (e.g., the Z-axis direction). In one embodiment, the side structure (211) may be manufactured as a separate component from the back plate (212) and may be combined with the back plate (212) to form the housing (210). In one embodiment, the side structure (211) and the back plate (212) may be manufactured and formed as an integral component. Although not shown, the housing (210) may further include a support member (not shown) that isolates the display (220) (e.g., the display panel (223)) from a space in which the printed circuit board (203) or the battery (204) is accommodated, and the support member may be in the form of a flat plate formed integrally with the side structure (211). In the embodiments described below, the rear plate (212) of FIG. 4 and the rear plate (212) of FIG. 3 can be interpreted as being substantially the same.

In one embodiment, the back plate (212) and/or the side structure (211) may be formed of a metallic material and/or a non-metallic (e.g., polymer) material. For example, the housing (210) may at least partially include an electrically conductive material. In one embodiment, when the back plate (212) includes an electrically conductive material, the housing (210) may be utilized as a structure that at least partially provides an electromagnetic shielding structure. In one embodiment, when the side structure (211) includes an electrically conductive material, at least a portion of the side structure (211) may be utilized as a radiating conductor that transmits and receives wireless radio waves. In one embodiment, when a support member (not shown) is disposed between the printed circuit board (203) and the display panel (223), and the support member includes an electrically conductive material, the support member may provide a ground conductor or an electromagnetic shielding structure of the electronic device (101).

According to one embodiment, the display (220) may include a window plate (221) (e.g., the front plate (202) of FIG. 2 or FIG. 3) and a display panel (223). The display panel (223) is disposed on an inner surface of the window plate (221) and may output visual information by utilizing substantially the entire area of the window plate (221).

According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a plurality of through holes (213, 218) formed to penetrate the side structure (211). Among the plurality of through holes (213, 218), the first through hole (213)(s) may be utilized as a path for outputting sound. For example, the audio module (213) of FIG. 2 may include the first through hole (213). In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include at least one speaker module (251) arranged at a position corresponding to the first through holes (213), and the speaker module (251) may output sound to the outside of the electronic device (101) through the first through hole (213)(s). Among the plurality of through holes (213, 218), the second through hole (218)(s) may provide a space for installing an input device, for example, a key input device (218) of FIG. 2. In one embodiment, some of the plurality of through holes (213, 218) may be utilized as slots or connector holes for accommodating a storage medium, and according to an embodiment, additional slots and/or connector holes may be formed to penetrate the side structure (211).

In one embodiment, a printed circuit board (203) disposed as a first circuit board or a main circuit board may have a processor, a memory, and/or an interface disposed thereon. The processor may include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a graphic processing unit, an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor. In one embodiment, the processor or a communication module may be mounted on an electronic component (255), such as an integrated circuit chip, and disposed on the printed circuit board (203). For example, the electronic component (255) may be disposed on the printed circuit board (203) through a surface mount process and may perform wireless communication using an antenna (253) and/or a portion of the side structure (211). In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a storage device (e.g., memory), such as a hard disk drive (HDD) or a solid state drive (SSD).

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. The interface may electrically or physically connect the electronic device (101) to an external electronic device and may include, for example, a USB connector, an SD card/MMC connector, or an audio connector.

In one embodiment, the battery (204) is a device for supplying power to at least one component of the electronic device (101), and may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell. At least a portion of the battery (204) may be disposed substantially on the same plane as, for example, the printed circuit board (203). The battery (204) may be disposed integrally within the electronic device (101), or may be disposed detachably from the electronic device (101).

In one embodiment, the antenna (253) may be arranged adjacent to an edge, for example, a side structure (211), within the housing (210). In one embodiment, a plurality of antennas (253) may be arranged at appropriate locations along the edge within the housing (210). In one embodiment, the illustrated antenna (253) may perform millimeter wave (mmWave) communication using a frequency of several tens of GHz or more. In one embodiment, although not illustrated, the electronic device (101) may further include a flat antenna arranged between the back plate (212) and the battery (204). The flat antenna may include a wire or a printed circuit pattern arranged in a plane to form a loop structure and may function as, for example, a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, and/or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna. For example, the flat antenna may perform short-range communication with an external device or wirelessly transmit and receive power required for charging.

FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the electronic device (101) viewed from one direction (e.g., the -X direction) to another direction (e.g., the +X direction) while the housing (310) is tilted with respect to the cover (400). FIG. 6 is a perspective view of the electronic device (101) viewed from one direction (e.g., the +X direction) to another direction (e.g., the -X direction) while the housing (310) is tilted with respect to the cover (400). FIG. 7 is a drawing of the electronic device (101) when the housing (310) is not tilted. FIG. 8 is a drawing of the electronic device (101) when the housing (310) is tilted with respect to the cover (400). FIG. 9 is a drawing of one side of the electronic device (101) (e.g., the first side (210A) of FIGS. 1 to 4). FIG. 10 is a drawing of another side of the electronic device (101) (for example, the second side (210B) of FIGS. 1 to 4). The components described with reference to FIGS. 5 to 10 may be partly or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4. The components described with reference to FIGS. 5 to 10 may be partly or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 11 to 21.

According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a housing (310) and a display (320). The description of the housing (310) and the display (320) may be identical to the description of the housing (210) and the display (220) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4. The display (320) may be mounted on the housing (310). The display (320) may move together with the housing (310).

In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a cover (400). The cover (400) may be coupled to the housing (310). At least a portion of the cover (400) may be movably coupled with respect to the housing (310). The cover (400) may surround at least a portion of the housing (310). The cover (400) may be referred to as a “cover component.”

According to one embodiment, the cover (400) may include a first part (410) and a second part (420). The first part (410) and the second part (420) may be coupled to each other. The second part (420) may be rotatably coupled to the first part (410). The first part (410) may be referred to as a “support part.” The second part (420) may be referred to as a “tilting part” or a “tiltable part.”

In one embodiment, the housing (310) can be mounted on the first part (410). The first part (410) can cover at least a portion of the housing (310). The first part (410) can cover a second side (e.g., the second side (210B) of FIGS. 2 to 4) of the housing (310). The first part (410) can move together with the housing (310).

In one embodiment, the second part (420) can be rotatably coupled to the first part (410). The second part (420) can be accommodated in at least a portion of the first part (410). The housing (310) can be tilted with respect to the second part (420). The first part (410) can be tilted with respect to the second part (420).

According to one embodiment, the first part (410) may include a first body (411) and a recess (412). The first body (411) may cover at least a portion of the housing (310). The first body (411) may correspond to a second surface (e.g., the second surface (210B) of FIGS. 2 to 4) of the housing (310). The second part (420) may be accommodated in the first body (411). The recess (412) may be formed by being sunken into the first body (411). The second part (420) may be accommodated within the recess (412). The recess (412) may have a shape corresponding to the second part (420).

In one embodiment, the first part (410) can include a support portion (413). The support portion (413) can be integral with the first body (411). The support portion (413) can protrude from the first body (411). The housing (310) can be seated on the support portion (413). The support portion (413) can support a lower portion of the housing (310). The housing (310) can include an edge (311) seated on the support portion (413). The support portion (413) can surround at least a portion of the edge (311).

In one embodiment, the first body (411) can be rotated relative to the second part (420). The housing (310) can be rotated relative to the second part (420) together with the first body (411). The first body (411) can move in the direction (R) illustrated in FIG. 8 relative to the second part (420). For example, the first body (411) can move away from the second part (420) and can move closer to the second part (420).

According to one embodiment, the second part (420) may include a second body (421) and a support (423). The second body (421) may be accommodated in the first body (411). The second body (421) may have a shape corresponding to the recess (412). The support (423) may be coupled to the second body (421). The support (423) may have a mesh shape. The support (423) may protrude to one side of the cover (400).

According to one embodiment, the cover component (400) may include a cover part (401). The cover part (401) may include a first body (411) and a second body (421). The cover part (401) may cover at least a portion of an outer surface of the housing (310). The first body (411) and the second body (421) of the cover part (401) may move together. The second body (421) may be rotatably arranged with respect to the first body (411). For example, the second body (421) may be rotatably coupled to the first body (411) via a hinge (e.g., hinge (425) of FIG. 11A). The second body (421) may be configured to be tiltable with respect to the first body (411). The first body (411) may be named a “fixed part”. The second body (421) may be named a “tilting part” or a “tiltable part”. A cover part (401) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first body (411) and a second body (421).

According to one embodiment, the cover part (401) may include only the first body (411). For example, the cover part (401) may not include the second body (421). For example, the cover (400) may include a cover part (411) that covers at least a portion of an outer surface of the housing (310) and a tilting part (421) that is rotatably coupled to the cover part (411). However, the definition of the cover part (401) is not limited to what has been described above, and the cover part (401) may also be defined as a concept that includes the first body (411) and the second body (421).

Fig. 11a is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device (101). The components described with reference to Fig. 11a may be partially or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 10. The components described with reference to Fig. 11a may be partially or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 11b to 21.

According to one embodiment, the cover (400) may include a cover part (401). The cover part (401) may include a first body (411) and a second body (421). The cover part (401) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include the first body (411) and may not include the second body (421). The cover part (401) may cover at least a portion of an outer surface of the housing (310).

In one embodiment, the cover (400) may include a first part (410). The housing (310) may be mounted on the first part (410). The first part (410) may include a first body (411), a recess (412), and a support part (413). The first part (410) may include a hinged part (414). The hinged part (414) may be formed in the recess (412). The hinge (425) may be rotatably coupled to the hinged part (414). The first part (410) may include a third sensor (415). The third sensor (415) may be disposed inside the first body (411). The third sensor (415) may measure a proximity between the first part (410) and the second part (420). The third sensor (415) may be a proximity sensor. The third sensor (415) may be a Hall IC sensor.

In one embodiment, the cover (400) may include a second body (421). The second body (421) may be rotatably coupled to the first part (410). The second body (421) may include a plate (4211). The plate (4211) may have a shape corresponding to the recess (412). The second body (421) may include a protrusion (4212). The protrusion (4212) may protrude from the plate (4211) toward the first part (410). The cover (400) may include a hinge (425). The hinge (425) may be inserted into the protrusion (4212). The protrusion (4212) may be coupled to a hinge-joining portion (414) of the first part (410). The second body (421) may be configured to tilt with respect to the first part (410). The second body (421) may be rotatably coupled to the first part (410) via a hinge (425). The second body (421) may be referred to as a “tilting part” or a “tiltable part.”

According to one embodiment, the second body (421) may include a rail (4213). The rail (4213) may be formed by being sunken into the plate (4211). The rail (4213) may be annular. The rail (4213) may have a closed loop shape. The bearing (424) may be rotatably arranged inside the rail (4213). The rail (4213) may have a shape corresponding to the bearing (424). The cover (400) may include the bearing (424). The bearing (424) may be annular. The bearing (424) may be a thrust bearing. The bearing (424) may be a ball bearing.

In one embodiment, the cover (400) may include a shaft (4214). The shaft (4214) may protrude from the plate (4211). A rail (4213) may surround the shaft (4214). A plurality of first sensors (426) may be arranged to surround the shaft (4214). The shaft (4214) may be inserted into the turntable (422).

According to one embodiment, the cover (400) may include a rib (4215). The rib (4215) may protrude outwardly from the plate (4211). The rib (4215) may be caught on the first part (410). At least a portion of the rib (4215) may be positioned corresponding to the recess (412), and the remaining portion may be positioned corresponding to the first body (411).

According to one embodiment, the cover (400) may include a first sensor (426). The first sensor (426) may be disposed on the plate (4211). The first sensors (426) may be disposed in plurality spaced apart from each other. The plurality of first sensors (426) may be arranged to surround the shaft (4214). The plurality of first sensors (426) may be arranged along the rotational direction of the turntable (422). The plurality of first sensors (426) may be arranged along the extension direction of the rail (4213). The plurality of first sensors (426) may be located on the inner side of the rail (4213). The first sensor (426) may be a Hall IC sensor. The first sensor (426) may detect a change in magnetic flux of an adjacently positioned magnetic member. The first sensor (426) may measure a degree of proximity of an adjacently positioned magnetic member. The first sensor (426) may be named a “position sensor.” The first sensor (426) may be named a “sensor.” The sensor (426) may include a plurality of Hall IC sensors.

According to one embodiment, the cover (400) may include a fixing member (427). The fixing member (427) may be disposed on the second body (421). A plurality of fixing members (427) may be disposed spaced apart from each other along the periphery of the second body (421). The fixing member (427) may be detachably coupled to the first part (410). The fixing member (427) may be a magnet. The fixing member (427) may form a magnetic force with respect to the first part (410).

According to one embodiment, the cover (400) may include a turntable (422). The turntable (422) may be in the shape of a disk. The turntable (422) may be rotatably coupled to the second body (421). The turntable (422) may rotate along the rail (4213). A bearing (424) may be disposed between the second body (421) and the turntable (422). The bearing (424) may rotate together with the turntable (422). The bearing (424) may be rotatably disposed within the rail (4213) and may support the rotation of the turntable (422).

According to one embodiment, the turntable (422) may include a turntable body (4221). The turntable body (4221) may be in the shape of a disk. The turntable (422) may include an insertion hole (4222). A shaft (4214) may be inserted into the insertion hole (4222). The turntable (422) may rotate around the shaft (4214). The shaft (4214) may be rotatably arranged within the insertion hole (4222).

According to one embodiment, the cover (400) may include a shaft holder (429). The shaft holder (429) may be coupled with the shaft (4214). The shaft holder (429) may be rotatably coupled to the turntable (422). The shaft holder (429) may cover the insertion hole (4222).

According to one embodiment, the cover (400) may include a magnetic member (428). The magnetic member (428) may be disposed on the rotary plate (422). A plurality of magnetic members (428) may be disposed so as to be spaced apart from each other along the rotational direction of the rotary plate (422). The plurality of magnetic members (428) may be spaced apart from each other along the extension direction of the rail (4213). Each of the plurality of magnetic members (428) may correspond to each of the plurality of first sensors (426). The polarities of two adjacent magnetic members (428) among the plurality of magnetic members (428) may be opposite to each other. For example, the magnetic member (428) may include a plurality of first magnetic members spaced apart from each other and having a first polarity, and a second magnetic member disposed between the plurality of first magnetic members and having a second polarity opposite to the first polarity.

In one embodiment, the cover (400) may include a support (423). The support (423) may cover the turntable (422). The support (423) may rotate together with the turntable (422).

Fig. 11b is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device (101). The components described with reference to Fig. 11b may be partially or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 11a. The components described with reference to Fig. 11b may be partially or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 12a to 21.

According to one embodiment, the cover (400) may include a cover part (401). The cover part (401) may include a first body (411) and a second body (421). The cover part (401) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include the first body (411) and may not include the second body (421). The cover part (401) may cover at least a portion of an outer surface of the housing (310).

In one embodiment, the cover (500) may include a first sensor (526). The first sensor (526) may be referred to as a “sensor.” The first sensor (526) may be referred to as a hall IC sensor. The first sensor (526) may be disposed in the second body (421). The first sensor (526) may move together with the second body (421). The first sensor (526) may be configured to correspond to the magnetic member (428). A magnetic field may be formed between the first sensor (526) and the magnetic member (428). When the turntable (422) moves relative to the second body (421), the magnetic flux formed between the magnetic member (428) and the first sensor (526) may change. Unlike the first sensor (426) according to the embodiment of Fig. 11a, the first sensor (526) according to the embodiment of Fig. 11b may be arranged in a single unit.

According to one embodiment, the cover (500) may include a first sensor (516). The first sensor (516) may be referred to as a “sensor.” The first sensor (516) may be referred to as a hall IC sensor. The first sensor (516) may be disposed on the first body (411). The first sensor (516) may move together with the first body (411). The first sensor (516) may be configured to correspond to the magnetic member (428). A magnetic field may be formed between the first sensor (516) and the magnetic member (428). When the turntable (422) moves relative to the first body (411), the magnetic flux formed between the magnetic member (428) and the first sensor (516) may change.

A cover (500) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may not include a second body (521). A rotary plate (422) may be rotatably coupled to a first body (411), and a magnetic field may be formed between a first sensor (516) and a magnetic member (428). When the rotary plate (422) moves relative to the first body (411), a magnetic flux formed between the magnetic member (428) and the first sensor (516) may change.

Fig. 11c is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device (101). The components described with reference to Fig. 11c may be partially or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 11b. The components described with reference to Fig. 11c may be partially or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 12a to 21.

According to one embodiment, the cover (400) may include a cover part (401). The cover part (401) may include a first body (411) and a second body (421). The cover part (401) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include the first body (411) and may not include the second body (421). The cover part (401) may cover at least a portion of an outer surface of the housing (310).

According to one embodiment, the cover (600) may include a first sensor (626). The first sensor (626) may be referred to as a “sensor.” The first sensor (626) may be referred to as a hall IC sensor. The first sensor (626) may be disposed in the second body (421). The first sensor (626) may move together with the second body (421). The first sensor (626) may be configured to correspond to the magnetic member (628). A magnetic field may be formed between the first sensor (626) and the magnetic member (628). When the turntable (422) moves relative to the second body (421), the magnetic flux formed between the magnetic member (628) and the first sensor (626) may change. Unlike the magnetic member (428) according to the embodiment of Fig. 11a, the magnetic member (626) according to the embodiment of Fig. 11c may be arranged in a single unit. Unlike the first sensor (526) according to the embodiment of Fig. 11b, the first sensor (626) according to the embodiment of Fig. 11c may be arranged in a plurality.

According to one embodiment, the cover (600) may include a first sensor (616). The first sensor (616) may be referred to as a “sensor.” The first sensor (616) may be referred to as a Hall IC sensor. The first sensor (616) may be disposed on the first body (411). The first sensor (616) may move together with the first body (411). The first sensor (616) may be configured to correspond to the magnetic member (628). A magnetic field may be formed between the first sensor (616) and the magnetic member (628). When the turntable (422) moves relative to the first body (411), a magnetic flux formed between the magnetic member (628) and the first sensor (616) may change. A plurality of first sensors (616) may be disposed.

A cover (600) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may not include a second body (421). A rotary plate (422) may be rotatably coupled to a first body (411), and a magnetic field may be formed between a first sensor (616) and a magnetic member (628). When the rotary plate (422) moves relative to the first body (411), a magnetic flux formed between the magnetic member (628) and the first sensor (616) may change.

FIG. 12a is a front view of an electronic device (101) arranged in a first state. FIG. 12b is a drawing explaining the positional relationship between a sensor (426) and a magnetic member (428) when the electronic device (101) is arranged in the first state. FIG. 13a is a front view of an electronic device (101) arranged in a second state. FIG. 13b is a drawing explaining the positional relationship between a sensor (426) and a magnetic member (428) when the electronic device (101) is arranged in the second state. The components described with reference to FIGS. 12a and 13b may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 11. The components described with reference to FIGS. 12a and 13b may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to FIGS. 14 to 21.

According to one embodiment, the housing (310) may include a first side portion (311, 312) and a second side portion (313, 314). The first side portion (311, 312) may have a longer extension length than the second side portion (313, 314). The first side portion (311, 312) may extend in a horizontal direction with reference to FIGS. 12A and 12B , and may extend in a vertical direction with reference to FIGS. 13A and 13B . The second side portion (313, 314) may extend in a vertical direction with reference to FIGS. 12A and 12B , and may extend in a horizontal direction with reference to FIGS. 13A and 13B . The first side portion (311, 312) may include a first-first side portion (311) and a first-second side portion (312). The first-first side portion (311) and the first-second side portion (312) may extend parallel to each other and may be spaced apart from each other. The display (320) may be arranged between the first-first side portion (311) and the first-second side portion (312). The second side portion (313, 314) may include a second-first side portion (313) and a second-second side portion (314). The second-first side portion (313) and the second-second side portion (314) may extend parallel to each other and may be spaced apart from each other. The display (320) may be arranged between the second-first side portion (313) and the second-second side portion (314). The first-first side portion (311) may be referred to as an “edge.” At least a portion of the first-first side portion (311) may be surrounded by a cover (400).

According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may be arranged in a first state. The first state may be a state in which the first side portions (311, 312) extend in a horizontal direction, as illustrated in FIGS. 12A and 12B. The first state may be a state in which the second side portions (313, 314) extend in a vertical direction, as illustrated in FIGS. 12A and 12B. The horizontal direction and the vertical direction may refer to directions in which the first and second side portions (311, 312, 313, 314) extend, respectively, when the user looks at the display (320). The first state may be a state in which the first-first side portion (311) and the first-second side portion (312) are spaced apart in a vertical direction. The above first state may be a state in which the 2-1 side portion (313) and the 2-2 side portion (314) are horizontally spaced apart.

According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may be arranged in a second state. The second state may be a state in which the first side portions (311, 312) are extended in a vertical direction, as illustrated in FIGS. 13A and 13B. The second state may be a state in which the second side portions (313, 314) are extended in a horizontal direction, as illustrated in FIGS. 13A and 13B. The horizontal direction and the vertical direction may refer to directions in which the first and second side portions (311, 312, 313, 314) are extended when the user looks at the display (320). The second state may be a state in which the first-first side portion (311) and the first-second side portion (312) are spaced apart in a horizontal direction. The above second state may be a state in which the 2-1 side portion (313) and the 2-2 side portion (314) are spaced apart in the vertical direction.

According to one embodiment, the direction in which the first side portions (311, 312) are extended in the first state and the direction in which the first side portions (311, 312) are extended in the second state may be orthogonal to each other. The direction in which the second side portions (313, 314) are extended in the first state and the direction in which the second side portions (313, 314) are extended in the second state may be orthogonal to each other. The second state may be a state in which the housing (310) and the display (320) are rotated by a first angle in the first state. The first angle may be 90 degrees. The first state may be a state in which the housing (310) and the display (320) are rotated by a second angle in the second state. The second angle may be 90 degrees.

According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) can display a plurality of objects (A1, A2, A3, A4, A5). The plurality of objects (A1, A2, A3, A4, A5) can be displayed by the display (320). The plurality of objects (A1, A2, A3, A4, A5) can be arranged inside the display (320). The information displayed by each of the plurality of objects (A1, A2, A3, A4, A5) and their respective sizes can be different from each other. For example, the first object (A1) can be a display object, and the second to fifth objects (A2, A3, A4, A5) can be setting objects or tool objects. For example, the first object (A1) can display a value set in the second to fifth objects (A2, A3, A4, A5). The size of the first object (A1) may be larger than the sizes of the second to fifth objects (A2, A3, A4, A5).

According to one embodiment, the arrangement relationship between the plurality of objects (A1, A2, A3, A4, A5) in the first state and the arrangement relationship between the plurality of objects (A1, A2, A3, A4, A5) in the second state may be different. For example, in the first state, the first object (A1) may be located between the second object (A2) and the third object (A3). For example, in the first state, the first object (A1) may be located between the second object (A2) and the fourth object (A4). For example, in the second state, the first object (A1), the third object (A3), the fourth object (A4), and the fifth object (A5) may be aligned in the vertical direction, as illustrated in FIG. 13A. For example, in the second state, the first object (A1) and the second object (A2) may be aligned in the horizontal direction, as illustrated in FIG. 13A.

According to one embodiment, the positional relationship between the position sensor (426) and the magnetic member (428) may vary depending on the state in which the electronic device (101) is arranged. The position sensor (426) may be arranged in a second body (e.g., the second body (421) of FIG. 11) and may rotate according to the rotation of the housing (310). The magnetic member (428) may be arranged in a rotary plate (e.g., the rotary plate (422) of FIG. 11) and may maintain a position even when the housing (310) rotates. When the housing (310) rotates, the second body (421) may rotate relative to the rotary plate (422).

Referring to FIG. 12b, the electronic device (101) can be arranged in a first state. Referring to FIG. 13b, the electronic device (101) can be arranged in a second state. The plurality of position sensors (4261, 4262, 4263, 4264, 4265, 4266, 4267, 4268) can be arranged spaced apart from each other along a circular orbit. Any one of the plurality of position sensors (4261, 4262, 4263, 4264, 4265, 4266, 4267, 4268) can correspond to the first magnetic member (4281) in the first state of FIG. 12b. Among the plurality of position sensors (4261, 4262, 4263, 4264, 4265, 4266, 4267, 4268), one position sensor (4261) may correspond to the second magnetic member (4282) in the second state of FIG. 13B. The positions of the plurality of position sensors (4261, 4262, 4263, 4264, 4265, 4266, 4267, 4268) may change by the rotation of the housing (310). The positions of the plurality of magnetic members (4281, 4282) may be fixed despite the rotation of the housing (310). A processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1) may be electrically connected to a plurality of position sensors (4261, 4262, 4263, 4264, 4265, 4266, 4267, 4268). The processor (120) may determine a state in which an electronic device (101) is placed based on a change in magnetic flux sensed by the plurality of position sensors (4261, 4262, 4263, 4264, 4265, 4266, 4267, 4268). For example, when the processor (120) changes from the state of FIG. 12b to the state of FIG. 13b, the processor (120) may detect a change in magnetic flux that occurs as the position sensor (4261) moves from a first position corresponding to the first magnetic member (4281) to a second position corresponding to the second magnetic member (4282), thereby determining that the arrangement state of the electronic device (101) has changed. The electronic device (101) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first magnetic member (4281) and a second magnetic member (4282) having opposite polarities. The processor (120) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may determine the arrangement state of the electronic device (101) based on the change in polarity sensed by a plurality of position sensors (4261, 4262, 4263, 4264, 4265, 4266, 4267, 4268). For example, when the processor (120) changes from the state of FIG. 12b to the state of FIG. 13b, it can detect that the polarity sensed by one (4261) of the plurality of position sensors (4261, 4262, 4263, 4264, 4265, 4266, 4267, 4268) has changed from the first polarity to the second polarity, thereby determining that the arrangement state of the electronic device (101) has changed.

FIG. 12c is a drawing explaining the positional relationship between the sensor (526) and the magnetic members (5281, 5282, 5283, 5284, 5285, 5286, 5287, 5288) when the electronic device (101) is arranged in the first state. FIG. 13c is a drawing explaining the positional relationship between the sensor (526) and the magnetic members (5281, 5282, 5283, 5284, 5285, 5286, 5287, 5288) when the electronic device (101) is arranged in the second state. The components explained with reference to FIGS. 12c and 13c may be some or all the same as the components explained with reference to FIGS. 1 to 11b. The components described with reference to FIGS. 12c and 13c may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 12a, 12b, 13a, and 13b. The components described with reference to FIGS. 12c and 13c may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 14 to 21.

Referring to FIGS. 12C and 13C, a single sensor (526) may be arranged. The sensor (526) may be configured to correspond to a plurality of magnetic members (5281, 5282, 5283, 5284, 5285, 5286, 5287, 5288). The magnetic member (428) illustrated in FIG. 11B may include a plurality of magnetic members (5281, 5282, 5283, 5284, 5285, 5286, 5287, 5288). The description of the sensor (526) and the magnetic member (428) may be applied identically to the description of the sensor (526) and the magnetic member (428) described with reference to FIGS. 11A and 11B.

According to one embodiment, the sensor (526) can form a magnetic force with the magnetic elements (5281, 5282, 5283, 5284, 5285, 5286, 5287, 5288). The sensor (526) can correspond to any one of the plurality of magnetic elements (5281, 5282, 5283, 5284, 5285, 5286, 5287, 5288) and can also be positioned between each of the plurality of magnetic elements (5281, 5282, 5283, 5284, 5285, 5286, 5287, 5288).

According to one embodiment, the magnetic flux formed between the sensor (526) and the magnetic member (5281, 5282, 5283, 5284, 5285, 5286, 5287, 5288) can change. When the second body (e.g., the second body (421) of FIG. 11B) moves relative to the turntable (e.g., the turntable (422) of FIG. 11B), the magnetic flux formed between the sensor (526) and the magnetic member (e.g., the magnetic member (428) of FIG. 11B) can change. When the second body (e.g., the second body (421) of FIG. 11b) moves relatively to the turntable (e.g., the turntable (422) of FIG. 11b), the type of the magnetic member (5281, 5282, 5283, 5284, 5285, 5286, 5287, 5288) corresponding to the sensor (526) among the plurality of magnetic members (5281, 5282, 5283, 5284, 5285, 5286, 5287, 5288) may be changed. For example, in the state of FIG. 12c, the sensor (526) may correspond to the first magnetic member (5281). For example, when changing from the state of FIG. 12c to the state of FIG. 13c, the second body (421) can move relatively to the turntable (422), and the sensor (526) can move along the path (P).

In the state of FIG. 12c, the sensor (526) can be positioned at a first position (526r1) corresponding to the first magnetic member (5281). Referring to FIG. 13c, the sensor (526) can move along a first path (P1) from the first position (526r1) to a second position (526r2) between the first magnetic member (5281) and the second magnetic member (5282). The sensor (526) can move along a second path (P2) from the second position (526r2) to a third position (526r3) corresponding to the second magnetic member (5282). The sensor (526) can move along a third path (P3) from a third position (526r3) to a fourth position (526r4) between the second magnetic member (5282) and the third magnetic member (5283). The sensor (526) can move along a fourth path (P4) from the fourth position (526r4) to a fifth position (526r5) corresponding to the third magnetic member (5283). The magnetic flux between the sensor (526) and the magnetic members (5281, 5282, 5283, 5284, 5285, 5286, 5287, 5288) can decrease when moving along the first path (P1) and can increase when moving along the second path (P2). The magnetic flux between the sensor (526) and the magnetic elements (5281, 5282, 5283, 5284, 5285, 5286, 5287, 5288) may decrease when moving along the third path (P3) and may increase when moving along the fourth path (P4). A processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1 or FIG. 14) may detect a change in the magnetic flux between the sensor (526) and the magnetic elements (5281, 5282, 5283, 5284, 5285, 5286, 5287, 5288). The processor (120) can identify a rotation angle of the housing (e.g., the housing (310) of FIG. 11B) based on a change in magnetic flux between the sensor (526) and the magnetic member (5281, 5282, 5283, 5284, 5285, 5286, 5287, 5288). For example, the magnetic flux between the sensor (526) and the magnetic member (5281, 5282, 5283, 5284, 5285, 5286, 5287, 5288) can repeatedly switch between increasing and decreasing, and the processor (120) can identify a rotation angle of the housing (310) based on the frequency of the switching.

FIG. 12d is a drawing explaining the positional relationship between the sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268) and the magnetic member (628) when the electronic device (101) is arranged in the first state. FIG. 13d is a drawing explaining the positional relationship between the sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268) and the magnetic member (628) when the electronic device (101) is arranged in the second state. The components explained with reference to FIGS. 12d and 13d may be some or all the same as the components explained with reference to FIGS. 1 to 11c. The components described with reference to FIGS. 12d and 13d may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 12a, 12b, 13a, and 13b. The components described with reference to FIGS. 12d and 13d may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 14 to 21.

Referring to FIGS. 12D and 13D, a single magnetic member (628) may be arranged. The magnetic member (628) may be configured to correspond to any one of a plurality of sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268). The sensor (626) illustrated in FIG. 11C may include a plurality of sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268). The description of the sensor (626) and the magnetic member (628) may be applied in the same manner as the description of the sensor (626) and the magnetic member (428) described with reference to FIGS. 11A and 11B.

According to one embodiment, the magnetic member (628) can form a magnetic force with the sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268). The magnetic member (628) can correspond to any one of the plurality of sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268) and can also be positioned between each of the plurality of sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268).

According to one embodiment, the magnetic flux formed between the magnetic member (628) and the sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268) can change. When the second body (e.g., the second body (421) of FIG. 11B) moves relative to the turntable (e.g., the turntable (422) of FIG. 11B), the magnetic flux formed between the sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268) and the magnetic member (628) can change. When the second body (e.g., the second body (421) of FIG. 11b) moves relatively to the turntable (e.g., the turntable (422) of FIG. 11b), the type of the sensor (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268) corresponding to the magnetic member (628) among the plurality of sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268) may be changed. For example, in the state of FIG. 12d, the magnetic member (628) may correspond to the first sensor (6261). For example, in the state of FIG. 13d, the magnetic member (628) may correspond to the second sensor (6267). For example, when changing from the state of FIG. 12d to the state of FIG. 13d, the second body (421) can move relatively to the turntable (422), and the sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268) can move along the path (R10).

In the state of FIG. 12d, the magnetic member (628) can correspond to one (6261) of the plurality of sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268). When the state of FIG. 12d is changed to the state of FIG. 13d, the magnetic member (628) can correspond to another one (6267) of the plurality of sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268). When the state of FIG. 12d is changed to the state of FIG. 13d, the cover part (e.g., the cover part (401) of FIG. 11a) can rotate relatively to the turntable (e.g., the turntable (422) of FIG. 11a). A plurality of sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268) can rotate together with the cover part (401). A plurality of sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268) can move relatively to the magnetic member (628). In the state of FIG. 12d, at the first position (626p1) where the magnetic member (628) is located, the first sensor (6261) can be positioned corresponding to the magnetic member (628). When changing from the state of FIG. 12d to the state of FIG. 13d, the first sensor (6261) can move from the first position (626p1) to the second position (626p2) along the first path (R11), and can move from the second position (626p2) to the third position (626p3) along the second path (R12). When changing from the state of FIG. 12d to the state of FIG. 13d, the second sensor (6267) can move toward the first position (626p1) where the magnetic member (628) is located.

In each of the states of FIG. 12d and FIG. 13d, the types of sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268) corresponding to the magnetic member (628) may be different. A processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1 or FIG. 14) can identify the type of sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268) corresponding to the magnetic member (628). For example, the processor (120) can determine the type of the sensor corresponding to the magnetic member (628) in the state of FIG. 12d as the first sensor (6261). For example, the processor (120) can determine the type of the sensor corresponding to the magnetic member (628) as the second sensor (6267) in the state of FIG. 13d. The processor (120) can identify the rotation angle of the housing (e.g., the housing (310) of FIG. 11c) based on the type of the sensor corresponding to the magnetic member (628). For example, different values can be stored in each of the plurality of sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268), and the processor (120) can identify the rotation angle of the housing (310) based on the values stored in the sensors corresponding to the magnetic member (628). The values stored in each of the plurality of sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268) may be values for angles. For example, a first value (e.g., 0 degrees) may be stored in a first sensor (6261), and a second value (e.g., 90 degrees) may be stored in a second sensor (6267).

The processor (120) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure can determine the rotation angle of the housing (310) based on the frequency at which the type of the sensor corresponding to the magnetic member (628) changes. For example, when the type of the sensor corresponding to the magnetic member (628) changes from a first sensor (6261) to a second sensor (6268) to a third sensor (6267), the processor (120) can determine that the frequency at which the type of the sensor changes is twice. The processor (120) can determine that the housing (310) has rotated by a first angle (e.g., 45 degrees) each time the type of the sensor corresponding to the magnetic member (628) changes.

FIG. 12e is a front view of the electronic device (101) arranged in the first state. FIG. 13e is a front view of the electronic device (101) arranged in the second state. The components described with reference to FIGS. 12e and 13e may be partly or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 11c. The components described with reference to FIGS. 12e and 13e may be partly or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 12a, 12b, 12c, 12d, 13a, 13b, 13c, and 13d. The components described with reference to FIGS. 12e and 13e may be partly or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 14 to 21.

In one embodiment, the display (320) can display an object (e.g., a map). The electronic device (101) can include a sensor (390). The sensor (390) can be a direction sensor, a gravity sensor, or a gyro sensor. The sensor (390) can obtain information about the direction of the object (e.g., a map) displayed on the display (320). A processor (e.g., the processor (120) of FIGS. 1 and 14) can control the sensor (390). The processor (120) can identify a rotation angle of the housing (310) by the method described with reference to FIGS. 12a, 12b, 12c, 12d, 13a, 13b, 13c, and 13d, and can control the sensor (390) based on the rotation angle. The processor (120) can control the orientation of the sensor (390). For example, in the state of FIG. 12e, the processor (120) can control the sensor (390) to recognize the direction toward the 1-1 side portion (311) as south. For example, in the state of FIG. 13e, the processor (120) can control the sensor (390) to recognize the direction toward the 2-1 side portion (313) as south.

FIG. 12f is a front view of the electronic device (101) arranged in the first state. FIG. 13f is a front view of the electronic device (101) arranged in the second state. The components described with reference to FIGS. 12f and 13f may be partly or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 11c. The components described with reference to FIGS. 12f and 13f may be partly or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 12a, 12b, 12c, 12d, 13a, 13b, 13c, and 13d. The components described with reference to FIGS. 12f and 13f may be partly or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 14 to 21.

According to one embodiment, the display (320) can display objects (e.g., drawing tools). A processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIGS. 1 and 14) can control objects (Obj1, Obj2, Obj3, Obj4) displayed on the display (320). The processor (120) can identify a rotation angle of the housing (310) in the manner described with reference to FIGS. 12a, 12b, 12c, 12d, 13a, 13b, 13c, and 13d, and control the objects (Obj1, Obj2, Obj3, Obj4) displayed on the display (320) based on the rotation angle. The processor (120) can control the types of objects (Obj1, Obj2, Obj3, Obj4) displayed on the display (320). For example, in the state of FIG. 12f, the processor (120) can control the display (320) so that a first object (Obj1) (e.g., a screen on which a final output is displayed) and a second object (Obj2) (e.g., a tool window for sketching) are displayed on the display (320). For example, in the state of FIG. 13f, the processor (120) can control the display (320) so that a first object (Obj1) (e.g., a screen on which a final output is displayed), a third object (Obj3) (e.g., a tool window for coloring work), and a fourth object (Obj4) (e.g., a tool window for saving a work) are displayed on the display (320).

FIG. 12g is a front view of the electronic device (101) arranged in the first state. FIG. 13g is a front view of the electronic device (101) arranged in the second state. The components described with reference to FIGS. 12g and 13g may be partly or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 11c. The components described with reference to FIGS. 12g and 13g may be partly or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 12a, 12b, 12c, 12d, 13a, 13b, 13c, and 13d. The components described with reference to FIGS. 12g and 13g may be partly or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 14 to 21.

According to one embodiment, the display (320) can display objects (e.g., media or a chat window). A processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIGS. 1 and 14) can control objects (Obj10, Obj11, Obj12, Obj13) displayed on the display (320). The processor (120) can identify a rotation angle of the housing (310) by the method described with reference to FIGS. 12a, 12b, 12c, 12d, 13a, 13b, 13c, and 13d, and control the objects (Obj10, Obj11, Obj12, Obj13) displayed on the display (320) based on the rotation angle. The processor (120) can control a display mode of the display (320). For example, in the state of FIG. 12g, the processor (120) can control the display (320) in a first mode in which a first object (Obj10) (e.g., a screen on which media is displayed) and a second object (Obj11) (e.g., a tool window for controlling elements of media (e.g., volume, subtitles, playback speed, etc.)) are displayed on the display (320). For example, in the state of FIG. 13g, the processor (120) can control the display (320) in a second mode in which a third object (Obj12) (e.g., a screen on which a chat screen is output) and a fourth object (Obj13) (e.g., a tool window for chat input) are displayed on the display (320).

FIG. 14 is a block diagram illustrating an electrical connection relationship between components of an electronic device (101) (e.g., a processor (120), a first sensor (426), a second sensor (416), a third sensor (415), a display (320), a charger (317), and a camera (330)). FIG. 15 is a control block diagram of an electronic device (101) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. The components described with reference to FIGS. 14 and 15 may be partly or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 13g. The components described with reference to FIGS. 14 and 15 may be partly or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 16a to 21.

According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a processor (120). The processor (120) may be electrically connected to the first sensor (426), the second sensor (416), and the third sensor (415). The processor (120) may receive electrical signals from the first, second, and third sensors (426, 416, 415). The processor (120) may be electrically connected to the display (320), the charging device (317), and the camera (330). The processor (120) may adjust a screen displayed on the display (320) based on the signals received from the first, second, and third sensors (426, 416, 415). The processor (120) may control the operation of the charging device (317) based on the signals received from the first, second, and third sensors (426, 416, 415). The processor (120) can control the operation of the camera (330) based on signals received from the first, second, and third sensors (426, 416, 415).

According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may perform a first process (S110) for determining the rotation of the electronic device (101). The processor (120) may determine the rotation of the electronic device (101) based on the relationship between the sensor (426) and the magnetic member (428), as described with reference to FIGS. 12A to 13C.

According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may perform a second process (S120) for recognizing a rotation angle of the electronic device (101). The processor (120) may calculate a rotation angle of the electronic device (101) based on the frequency at which a change in magnetic flux occurs between the position sensor (426) and the magnetic member (428), as described with reference to FIGS. 12A to 13C. For example, as illustrated in FIG. 11, each of the plurality of position sensors (426) may correspond to each of the plurality of magnetic members (428), and the type of the corresponding magnetic member (428) may change according to the rotation of the electronic device (101). The processor (120) may recognize the number of times the type of the magnetic member (428) corresponding to the plurality of position sensors (426) has changed, and may calculate a value obtained by multiplying each number of times by a predetermined angle as a rotation angle.

According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may perform a third process (S130) for adjusting a screen displayed on the display (320). For example, when the electronic device (101) rotates from the first state illustrated in FIG. 12a to the second state illustrated in FIG. 13a, the processor (120) may change the arrangement of the screens (A1, A2, A3, A4, A5) displayed on the display (320) from a state as illustrated in FIG. 12a to a state as illustrated in FIG. 13a.

According to one embodiment, the processor (120) can maintain the screen displayed on the display (320) when the electronic device (101) is not rotated (S140).

FIG. 16A is a drawing of a part of an electronic device (101). FIG. 16B is a drawing of a part of a cover (400) being opened in the state of FIG. 16A. FIG. 16C is a drawing of a pen (340) being pulled out in the state of FIG. 16B. The components described with reference to FIGS. 16A to 16C may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 15. The components described with reference to FIGS. 16A to 16C may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to FIGS. 17 to 21.

In one embodiment, the cover (400) may surround a portion of the housing (310). The housing (310) may include an edge (311) surrounded by the cover (400).

In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a pen (340). The pen (340) may be a “stylus pen.” The pen (340) may input signals to the display (320). For example, the display (320) may detect movement of the pen (340) in contact with the display (320).

According to one embodiment, the pen (340) can be accommodated in the housing (310). The pen (340) can be accommodated in the edge (311). The housing (310) can include a receiving portion (3111). The receiving portion (3111) can be formed by being recessed into the edge (311). The pen (340) can be accommodated inside the receiving portion (3111).

According to one embodiment, the housing (310) may include a pin (316). The pin (316) may be disposed inside the receiving portion (3111). A plurality of pins (316) may be disposed spaced apart from each other. The pin (316) may protrude toward a space in which the pen (340) is received. The pin (316) may be pressed by the pen (340). The pin (316) may be a pogo pin. The pin (316) may be electrically connected to a charging device (e.g., a charging device (317) of FIG. 18). The pin (316) may supply power to the pen (340).

According to one embodiment, the cover (400) may include a support portion (413). The support portion (413) may cover at least a portion of the edge (311). The support portion (413) may be rotatably arranged with respect to the edge (311). The support portion (413) may open and close the storage portion (3111). For example, when the support portion (413) covers the edge (311), the storage portion (3111) may be concealed by the support portion (413). For example, when the support portion (413) rotates away from the edge (311), the storage portion (3111) may be exposed to the outside. After rotating the support portion (413), the user may withdraw the pen (340) accommodated inside the storage portion (3111) to the outside of the storage portion (3111). The cover (400) may include a second sensor (416). The second sensor (416) may be placed on the support portion (413). The second sensor (416) may detect rotation of the support portion (413). The second sensor (416) may be named a “motion detection sensor.”

Fig. 17 is a drawing of the lower portion of the housing (310) viewed obliquely from the upper side. Fig. 18 is a drawing of the lower portion of the housing (310) covered by the cover (400) through a perspective view. The components described with reference to Figs. 17 and 18 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 16c. The components described with reference to Figs. 17 and 18 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 19 to 21.

According to one embodiment, the housing (310) may include a holding member (318). The holding member (318) may be detachably coupled to the support portion (413) of the cover (400). The holding member (318) may be arranged at the edge (311). A plurality of holding members (318) may be arranged spaced apart from each other along the extension direction of the edge (311). The holding member (318) may be a magnet.

According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a charging coil (317). The charging coil (317) may be placed at an edge (311). The charging coil (317) may be placed at a position corresponding to the receiving portion (3111). The charging coil (317) may be electrically connected to a pin (e.g., pin (316) of FIGS. 16B and 16C). Power generated from the charging coil (317) may be transmitted to the pen (340) through the pin (316). The pen (340) may include a battery (341). The battery (341) may be supplied with power through the charging coil (317) and the pin (316).

According to one embodiment, the support portion (413) can be moved toward the edge (311) and coupled to the holding member (318). The support portion (413) can be detached from the holding member (318). The support portion (413) can cover the receiving portion (3111) and the pen (340) accommodated in the receiving portion (3111). The cover (400) can include a cover hinge (418). The cover hinge (418) can rotate the supporting portion (413). At least a portion of the cover hinge (418) can be rotatably arranged on the edge (311). The cover hinge (418) can be rotatably coupled to a first body (e.g., the first body (411) of FIG. 11) of the cover (400).

FIG. 19 is a control block diagram of an electronic device (101) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. The components described with reference to FIG. 19 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 18. The components described with reference to FIG. 19 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to FIGS. 20 and 21.

Referring to FIG. 14 and FIG. 19, the processor (120) may be electrically connected to the second sensor (416), the display (320), and the charger (317). The processor (120) may control the display (320) and the charger (317) based on a signal transmitted from the second sensor (416).

Referring to FIGS. 14, 18, and 19, the processor (120) may perform a first process (S210) for determining whether the pen (340) is detached. The processor (120) may receive a signal regarding whether the pen (340) is detached from the second sensor (416). The second sensor (416) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may be a proximity sensor or an infrared sensor and may sense whether an object is placed in the storage space (3111). The processor (120) may perform a second process (S220) for adjusting the display (320) when the pen (340) is detached. The processor (120) may change the screen of the display (320) to an on state when the pen (340) is detached. The processor (120) may maintain the screen of the display (320) when the pen (340) is not detached (S250).

Referring to FIGS. 14, 18, and 19, the processor (120) may perform a third process (S230) for determining whether the pen (340) is mounted. The processor (120) may receive a signal regarding whether the pen (340) is mounted from the second sensor (416). The second sensor (416) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may be a proximity sensor or an infrared sensor and may sense whether an object is placed in the storage space (3111). When the pen (340) is mounted, the processor (120) may perform a fourth process (S240) for adjusting the display (320). When the pen (340) is mounted, the processor (120) may change the screen of the display (320) to an off state. When the pen (340) is not mounted, the processor (120) may maintain the screen of the display (320) (S260).

Fig. 20 is a drawing explaining a change in the operating state of an electronic device (101). Fig. 21 is a control block diagram for the state change of Fig. 20. The components explained with reference to Figs. 20 and 21 may be partly or entirely the same as the components explained with reference to Figs. 1 to 19.

According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a camera (330). The camera (330) may be placed in the housing (310). The camera (330) may capture a location spaced from the display (320). Referring to FIG. 14, the processor (120) may be electrically connected to the camera (330). The processor (120) may determine whether the user (H1, H2) is using the electronic device (101) based on information captured by the camera (330). For example, the camera (330) may include a human body detection sensor or a facial recognition sensor. When the user (H1, H2) of the electronic device (101) changes from a first user (H1) to a second user (H2), the processor (120) may switch an object displayed on the display (320) from a public object (A11) to a private object (A12).

Referring to FIGS. 14, 20, and 21, the processor (120) may perform a first process (S310) for determining an open state of the cover (400). The open state of the cover (400) may include a state in which a portion of the cover (400) is open. For example, the processor (120) may determine that the cover (400) is in an open state when a second body (e.g., a second body (421) of FIG. 11A) is tilted with respect to a first body (e.g., a first body (411) of FIG. 11A). For example, the processor (120) may determine that the cover (400) is open when the second part (e.g., the second part (420) of FIGS. 1 to 9) is tilted with respect to the first part (e.g., the first part (410) of FIGS. 1 to 9). The processor (120) may be electrically connected to a third sensor (e.g., the third sensor (415) of FIG. 11). The processor (120) may receive information about the degree of proximity between the first part (e.g., the first part (410) of FIG. 11) and the second part (e.g., the second part (420) of FIG. 11) from the third sensor (415). The processor (120) may determine that the cover (400) is open when the degree of proximity between the first part (410) and the second part (420) is greater than a preset reference value. The processor (120) can execute the electronic device (101) in a first mode when the cover (400) is open (S320). The first mode may be a state in which the display (320) displays a public object (A11) in FIG. 20. The processor (120) can execute the electronic device (101) in a third mode when the cover (400) is closed (S370). The third mode may be a state in which the display (320) is turned off.

Referring to FIG. 14, FIG. 20, and FIG. 21, the processor (120) can turn on the camera (330) when the electronic device (101) is running in the first mode (S330). The processor (120) can check whether a subject (for example, the user (H1, H2) of FIG. 20) has moved away based on information captured by the camera (330) (S340). When the subject (H1, H2) is not captured by the camera (330), the processor (120) can determine that the subject (H1, H2) has moved away (S340). The processor (120) can determine whether the subject (H1, H2) has changed (S350). The subject (H1, H2) may be a person, and the processor (120) may identify whether the subject (H1, H2) recognized by the camera (330) has changed. When the subject (H1, H2) recognized by the camera (330) has changed, the processor (120) may change the display (320) to a second mode. The second mode may be a state in which the display (320) displays a private object (A12) in FIG. 20. When the subject (H1, H2) recognized by the camera (330) has not changed, the processor (120) may maintain the electronic device (101) in the first mode (S380). A first user (H1) can check information displayed in a public object (A11) in the first mode, and a second user (H2) cannot check information included in a private object (A12) displayed in a display (320) switched to the second mode.

The electronic device includes a housing and a display. The display shows a screen containing information to the user. The user can use the housing by rotating it in various directions. For example, the user can use the display by placing it horizontally, vertically, lying on a table, or holding it upright in the hand. Depending on the state in which the user uses the electronic device, the screen displayed on the display needs to change.

A problem to be solved in the present disclosure may be to change a screen displayed on a display according to a change in the position of an electronic device.

A problem to be solved in the present disclosure may be to provide a cover that surrounds at least a portion of a housing.

The problems to be solved in the present disclosure are not limited to the problems mentioned above, and may be determined in various ways without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure.

An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure can change a screen displayed on a display according to a change in the position of the electronic device by arranging a sensor that detects a change in the position of the electronic device.

An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure may have a housing whose tilting can be supported by a cover.

The effects obtainable from the present disclosure are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned will be clearly understood by a person skilled in the art to which the present disclosure belongs from the description below.

An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a display (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 21) disposed in the housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a cover (e.g., 400 of FIGS. 1 to 21) surrounding at least a portion of the housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the cover (e.g., 400 of FIGS. 1 to 21) may include a first part (e.g., 410 of FIGS. 1 to 21) facing one side of the housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The cover (e.g., 400 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a second part (e.g., 420 of FIGS. 1 to 21) movably coupled to the first part (e.g., 410 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The cover (e.g., 400 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a magnetic member (e.g., 428 of FIGS. 1 to 21) disposed in either the first part (e.g., 410 of FIGS. 1 to 21) or the second part (e.g., 420 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The cover (e.g., 400 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a position sensor (e.g., 426 of FIGS. 1 to 21) disposed on the other of the first part (e.g., 410 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and the second part (e.g., 420 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and configured to detect a signal generated by the magnetic member (e.g., 428 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The position sensor (e.g., 426 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may be configured to detect a change in magnetic flux formed by the magnetic member (e.g., 428 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a processor (e.g., 120 of FIGS. 1 to 21) configured to change a screen displayed on the display (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 21) based on the signal detected by the position sensor (e.g., 426 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The position sensor (e.g., 426 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a plurality of position sensors (e.g., 426 of FIGS. 1 to 21) spaced apart from each other along the movement direction of the second part (e.g., 420 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the magnetic member (e.g., 428 of FIGS. 1 to 21) may include a first magnetic member (e.g., 4281 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and a second magnetic member (e.g., 4282 of FIGS. 1 to 21) spaced apart from each other along the moving direction of the second part (e.g., 420 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the first magnetic member (e.g., 4281 of FIGS. 1 to 21) may have a first polarity, and the second magnetic member (e.g., 4282 of FIGS. 1 to 21) may have a second polarity opposite to the first polarity.

The cover (e.g., 400 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a rotating plate (e.g., 422 of FIGS. 1 to 21) rotatably arranged with respect to the first part (e.g., 410 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the first part (e.g., 410 of FIGS. 1 to 21) may include a rail (e.g., 4213 of FIGS. 1 to 21) extending along the moving direction of the second part (e.g., 420 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The cover (e.g., 400 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a hinge (e.g., 425 of FIGS. 1 to 21) that is rotatably coupled to the first part (e.g., 410 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and fixed to the second part (e.g., 420 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21) may be configured to tilt with respect to the second part (e.g., 420 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The cover (e.g., 400 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a supporting portion (e.g., 413 of FIGS. 1 to 21) surrounding at least a portion of the housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a pen (e.g., 430 of FIGS. 1 to 21) configured to be accommodated in the housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the cover (e.g., 400 of FIGS. 1 to 21) may be configured to cover a storage portion (e.g., 3111 of FIGS. 1 to 21) in which the pen (e.g., 430 of FIGS. 1 to 21) is accommodated.

The housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a receiving portion (e.g., 3111 of FIGS. 1 to 21) that accommodates the pen (e.g., 340 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a charging device (e.g., 317 of FIGS. 1 to 21) disposed in the receiving portion (e.g., 3111 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a camera (e.g., 330 of FIGS. 1 to 21) that photographs a location spaced from the display (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a processor (e.g., 120 of FIGS. 1 to 21) that is electrically connected to the camera (e.g., 330 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and controls a screen displayed on the display (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 21) based on shooting information received from the camera (e.g., 330 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21) including a storage portion (e.g., 3111 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a pen (e.g., 340 of FIGS. 1 to 21) configured to be accommodated in the receiving portion (e.g., 3111 of FIGS. 1 to 21) of the housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the cover (e.g., 400 of FIGS. 1 to 21) may include a first body (e.g., 421 of FIGS. 1 to 21) covering at least a portion of a surface of the housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The cover (e.g., 400 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a support portion (e.g., 413 of FIGS. 1 to 21) that is rotatably coupled to the first body (e.g., 421 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and configured to cover the receiving portion (e.g., 3111 of FIGS. 1 to 21) of the housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the pen (e.g., 340 of FIGS. 1 to 21) can be retractably exposed to the outside of the housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21) when the support portion (e.g., 413 of FIGS. 1 to 21) is rotated.

An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a charging device (317) configured to supply power to the pen (340).

An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may connect the charging device (e.g., 317 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and the pen (e.g., 340 of FIGS. 1 to 21), and include a pin (e.g., 316 of FIGS. 1 to 21) protruding into a space formed inside the storage portion (e.g., 3111 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the cover (e.g., 400 of FIGS. 1 to 21) may include the first body (e.g., 411 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and the support part (e.g., 413 of FIGS. 1 to 21), and may include a first part (e.g., 410 of FIGS. 1 to 21) that moves together with the housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The cover (e.g., 400 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a second part (e.g., 420 of FIGS. 1 to 21) movably coupled to the first part (e.g., 410 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21) can be tiltably arranged with respect to at least a portion of the cover (e.g., 400 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

A cover component (e.g., 400, 500 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a cover part (e.g., 401 of FIGS. 1 to 21) configured to cover an outer surface of an electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

A cover component (e.g., 400, 500 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a rotating plate (e.g., 422 of FIGS. 1 to 21) rotatably coupled to the cover part (e.g., 401 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

A cover component (e.g., 400, 500 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a sensor (e.g., 426, 516, 526 of FIGS. 1 to 21) configured to output a signal related to a relative position between the cover part (e.g., 401 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and the turntable (e.g., 422 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

A cover component (e.g., 400, 500 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a magnetic member (e.g., 428 of FIGS. 1 to 21) disposed on either the cover part (e.g., 401 of FIGS. 1 to 21) or the rotating plate (e.g., 422 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the sensor (e.g., 426, 516, 526 of FIGS. 1 to 21) may be placed on the other of the cover part (e.g., 401 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and the turntable (e.g., 422 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The signal output from the sensor (e.g., 426, 516, 526 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may be generated by the magnetic member (e.g., 428 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The magnetic member (e.g., 428 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a plurality of magnetic members (e.g., 4281, 4282, 4283, 4284, 4285, 4286, 4287, 4288 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the sensor (e.g., 426 of FIGS. 1 to 21) may be configured to detect a change in magnetic flux caused by a relative movement between the sensor (e.g., 426 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and the plurality of magnetic elements (e.g., 4281, 4282, 4283, 4284, 4285, 4286, 4287, 4288 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The sensor according to one embodiment of the present disclosure (e.g., 426 of FIGS. 1 to 21) may include a plurality of Hall sensors spaced apart from each other in a circumferential direction.

The magnetic member (e.g., 428 of FIGS. 1 to 21 ) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first magnet (e.g., 4281 of FIGS. 1 to 21 ) and a second magnet (e.g., 4282 of FIGS. 1 to 21 ) that are spaced apart from each other.

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the first magnet (e.g., 4281 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and the second magnet (e.g., 4282 of FIGS. 1 to 21) may be placed on the turntable (e.g., 422 of FIGS. 1 to 21) such that the polarity of the first magnet (e.g., 4281 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and the polarity of the second magnet (e.g., 4282 of FIGS. 1 to 21) are opposite.

A cover component (e.g., 400, 500 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a rail (e.g., 4213 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

A cover component (e.g., 400, 500 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a bearing (e.g., 424 of FIGS. 1 to 21) disposed between the cover part (e.g., 401 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and the rotating plate (e.g., 422 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The cover part (e.g., 401 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a fixed part (e.g., 411 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The cover part (e.g., 401 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a tiltable part (e.g., 421 of FIGS. 1 to 21) that is arranged to be tiltable with respect to the fixed part (e.g., 411 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The cover part (e.g., 401 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may be configured to cover a receiving portion (e.g., 3111 of FIGS. 1 to 21) of the electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) configured to receive a pen (e.g., 430 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21 ) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21 ) at least partially covered by the cover component (e.g., 400, 500 of FIGS. 1 to 21 ).

An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a display (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 21) disposed inside the housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a processor (e.g., 120 of FIGS. 1 to 21) disposed inside the housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a memory that stores information and is executed by the processor (e.g., 120 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the memory can identify the orientation of the housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21) based on the signal output by the sensor (e.g., 426 of FIGS. 1 to 21) of the cover component (e.g., 400, 500 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The memory according to one embodiment of the present disclosure can control a screen executed on the display (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 21) based on the orientation of the housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

A method of controlling an electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first operation of rotating a housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21) at least partially covered by a cover component (e.g., 400 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

A method for controlling an electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a second operation of detecting relative movement between a cover part (e.g., 401 of FIGS. 1 to 21) of the cover component (e.g., 400 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and a turntable (e.g., 422 of FIGS. 1 to 21) that moves relatively to the cover part (e.g., 401 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

A method for controlling an electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a third operation of changing a screen displayed on a display (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 21) disposed in the housing (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 21) based on the relative movement between the cover part (e.g., 401 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and the turntable (e.g., 422 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a sensor (e.g., 426 of FIGS. 1 to 21) that obtains information about the relative movement between the cover part (e.g., 401 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and the turntable (e.g., 422 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a processor (e.g., 120 of FIGS. 1 to 21) that changes a screen displayed on the display (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 21) based on the information acquired from the sensor (e.g., 426 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the processor (e.g., 120 of FIGS. 1 to 21) can change the arrangement between a plurality of objects displayed on the display (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 21) based on the information acquired from the sensor (e.g., 426 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a direction sensor (e.g., 390 of FIGS. 1 to 21) that obtains direction information for an object displayed on the display (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The processor (e.g., 120 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure can change the orientation information acquired by the orientation sensor (e.g., 390 of FIGS. 1 to 21) based on the information acquired by the sensor (e.g., 426 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The processor (e.g., 120 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure can change the type of object displayed on the display (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 21) based on the information acquired from the sensor (e.g., 426 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

The cover component (e.g., 400, 500 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a sensor (e.g., 426 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and a magnetic member (e.g., 428 of FIGS. 1 to 21) that forms a magnetic force.

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the sensor (e.g., 426 of FIGS. 1 to 21) can obtain information about the relative movement between the cover part (e.g., 401 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and the rotary plate (e.g., 422 of FIGS. 1 to 21) based on a change in the magnetic force formed between the sensor (e.g., 426 of FIGS. 1 to 21) and the magnetic member (e.g., 428 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the magnetic member (e.g., 628 of FIGS. 1 to 21) may correspond to any one of the plurality of Hall sensors (e.g., 6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268 of FIGS. 1 to 21).

Among the plurality of Hall sensors (e.g., 6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268 of FIGS. 1 to 21) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure, one of the sensors (e.g., 626 of FIGS. 1 to 21) corresponding to the magnetic member (e.g., 628 of FIGS. 1 to 21) may be changeable.

Although the detailed description of this document has described specific embodiments, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various modifications may be made without departing from the scope of this document.

While the present disclosure has been described by way of example with respect to one embodiment, it should be understood that the one embodiment is intended to be illustrative and not limiting of the present disclosure. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes in form and detailed construction may be made therein without departing from the overall scope of the present disclosure, including the appended claims and their equivalents.

101: Electronic Devices
210: Housing
220: Display
310: Housing
320: Display
340: Pen
400: Cover
410: Part 1
420: Part 2

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In a cover (400, 500, 600) that can be combined with an electronic device,
A cover part (401) covering at least a portion of the outer surface of the electronic device (101);
A rotating plate (422) rotatably connected to the above cover part (401); and
A cover (400, 500, 600) including a sensor (426, 516, 526, 616, 626) configured to output a signal related to the relative position between the cover part (401) and the turntable (422).

In the first paragraph,
It further includes a magnetic member (428, 628) placed on one of the above cover part (401) and the above rotating plate (422),
The above sensor (426, 516, 526, 616, 626) is placed on the other one of the cover part (401) and the rotating plate (422),
The signal output from the above sensor (426, 516, 526, 616, 626) is generated by the magnetic member (428, 628) through the cover (400, 500, 600).
In the second paragraph,
The above magnetic member (428) includes a plurality of magnetic members (4281, 4282, 4283, 4284, 4285, 4286, 4287, 4288),
The above sensor (426) is a cover (400, 500, 600) configured to detect a change in magnetic flux generated by relative movement between the sensor (426) and the plurality of magnetic members (4281, 4282, 4283, 4284, 4285, 4286, 4287, 4288).
In the second paragraph,
The above sensor (626) includes a plurality of Hall sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268) spaced apart from each other,
The above magnetic member (628) is
Corresponding to any one of the above plurality of Hall sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268),
Among the above plurality of Hall sensors (6261, 6262, 6263, 6264, 6265, 6266, 6267, 6268), one sensor (626) corresponding to the magnetic member (628) has a changeable cover (400, 500).
In any one of claims 1 to 4,
The above magnetic member (428) is
Containing a first magnet (4281) and a second magnet (4282) spaced apart from each other,
The above first magnet (4281) and the above second magnet (4282) are,
A cover (400, 500, 600) placed on the turntable (422) so that the polarity of the first magnet (4281) and the polarity of the second magnet (4282) are opposite.
In any one of claims 1 to 5,
Rail (4213); and
A cover (400, 500, 600) further including a bearing (424) arranged between the cover part (401) and the rotating plate (422).
In any one of claims 1 to 6,
The above cover part (401) is
Fixed part (411); and
A cover (400, 500, 600) including a tiltable part (421) arranged so as to be tiltable with respect to the fixed part (411).
In any one of paragraphs 1 to 7,
The above cover part (401) is
A cover (400, 500, 600) configured to cover a receiving portion (3111) of the electronic device (101) configured to receive a pen (430).
In an electronic device (101),
The cover (400, 500, 600) of any one of claims 1 to 8;
A housing (310) at least partially covered by the above cover (400, 500, 600);
A display (320) placed inside the above housing (310);
A processor (120) placed inside the housing (310); and
A memory for storing information and executed by the processor (120),
The above memory is,
The orientation of the housing (310) is confirmed based on the signal output by the sensor (426) of the cover (400, 500, 600).
An electronic device (101) that controls a screen running on the display (320) based on the orientation of the housing (310).
In a control method of an electronic device (101),
A first operation in which a housing (310) is rotated, at least part of which is covered by a cover (400, 500, 600);
A second operation of detecting relative movement between the cover part (401) of the above cover (400, 500, 600) and the rotating plate (422) moving relative to the cover part (401); and
A control method of an electronic device (101) including a third operation of changing a screen displayed on a display (320) disposed in the housing (310) based on the relative movement between the cover part (401) and the rotary plate (422).
In Article 10,
The above electronic device (101)
A sensor (426) that obtains information about the relative movement between the cover part (401) and the rotating plate (422); and
A control method of an electronic device (101) including a processor (120) that changes a screen displayed on the display (320) based on the information acquired from the sensor (426).
In Article 11,
The above processor (120)
A control method of an electronic device for changing the arrangement of a plurality of objects displayed on the display (320) based on the information acquired from the sensor (426).
In any one of paragraphs 11 and 12,
The above electronic device (101)
Includes a direction sensor (390) that obtains direction information for an object displayed on the above display (320),
The above processor (120)
A control method of an electronic device that changes the direction information acquired by the direction sensor (390) based on the information acquired from the sensor (426).
In any one of Articles 11 to 13,
The above processor (120)
A control method of an electronic device for changing the type of object displayed on the display (320) based on the information acquired from the sensor (426).
In any one of Articles 11 to 14,
The above covers (400, 500, 600) are
It includes the above sensor (426) and a magnetic member (428) that forms a magnetic force,
The above sensor (426) is,
A control method of an electronic device for obtaining information on the relative movement between the cover part (401) and the rotating plate (422) based on a change in the magnetic force formed between the sensor (426) and the magnetic member (428).
In an electronic device (101),
A housing (310) including a storage portion (3111);
A display (320) placed in the above housing (310);
A pen (340) configured to be accommodated in the storage portion (3111) of the housing (310); and
Including a cover (400) surrounding at least a portion of the above housing (310),
The above cover (400) is,
A first body (411) covering at least a portion of the surface of the housing (310); and
An electronic device (101) including a support portion (413) rotatably coupled to the first body (411) and configured to cover the receiving portion (3111) of the housing (310).
In Article 16,
The above pen (340) is,
An electronic device that is exposed to the outside of the housing (310) so as to be retractable when the above support portion (413) is rotated.
In any one of paragraphs 16 and 17,
A charging device (317) configured to supply power to the above pen (340); and
An electronic device that connects the charging device (317) and the pen (340) and includes a pin (316) protruding into a space formed inside the storage portion (3111).
In any one of Articles 16 to 18,
The above cover (400) is,
A first part (410) including the first body (411) and the support part (413) and moving together with the housing (310); and
An electronic device comprising a second part (420) movably coupled to the first part (410).
In any one of Articles 16 to 19,
The above housing (310) is
An electronic device that is tiltably arranged with respect to at least a portion of the above cover (400).

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