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Qualcomm patents design for tri-screen mobile device
When folded, the system would have a small form factor and behave has a cell phone. As it unpacks, it could take on various roles based on how the screens are positioned. Mentioned user interface styles include panorama, desktop, application, Web browser, alarm clock, media player, and others.
There's no word on whether Qualcomm's collapsible mobile device will ever see the light of day, much less specifics on hardware or pricing. If you're looking to kill some time, head over to the USPTO site to read the complete patent entry.
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slh28
on March 12, 2010 5:55 AM |
I think OLED screens which can fold or roll up sound much more exciting. This looks a bit like a DS but with another screen. |
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fref
on March 12, 2010 6:17 AM |
They could sell the concept to Nintendo for the next DS... |
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Serag
on March 12, 2010 6:48 AM |
Interesting as a concept, no idea whether it would turn out being reliable or not.. |
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TuesdayExpress
on March 12, 2010 9:09 AM |
I will be very surprised if this ever sees the light of day before they can eliminate the bezels around each screen. And once the tech is at that point, every possible manufacturer will be jumping on similar implementations. Still, a mobile device that can triple its screen real estate (ah, just imagine with touch-enabled OLED) is a lovely idea. |
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compdata
on March 12, 2010 9:41 AM |
flukeh said: This concept seems to boast more of novelty value then actual use. The screens would crack easily if held in a pocket or a bag. Another cool addition to this would be something of a solar panel on the top screen, so when you have it in like a notebook stance, you have the top screen bent over facing the sun, and that powers the device. yeah - a lot of potential issues. But i definitely would be interested in a device that could easily fit in my pocket yet provided larger screen space when desired. |
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InsaneVr6
on March 12, 2010 11:20 AM |
Looks like it is just asking to be snapped into multiple pieces. I highly doubt this will ever see the light of day. |
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DryIce
on March 12, 2010 12:16 PM |
That would be a cool product. It's different. |
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mv670
on March 12, 2010 1:06 PM |
interesting concept, I wonder how durable and strong it will actually be? |
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Richy2k9
on March 12, 2010 2:13 PM |
hello ... while some are trying to make flexible OLED screen & has it applied over normal wear, qualcomm wants to fold-unfold your media world, nice concept & i LOLed at some of your comments ... must track this product cheers! |
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Wagan8r
on March 12, 2010 3:14 PM |
This would work great as a wallet idea! Digital photos, digital ID, digital money... ... well, maybe not the money part. |
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gary4gar
on March 12, 2010 4:47 PM |
Didn't like it, three screens aren't practical for everyday use. |
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chuchu232
on March 12, 2010 6:57 PM |
this seems like the strangest thing ever. if it comes out, i will definately try to get my hands on it for at least an hour, but im not shure about owning one. seems like a craaaaaazy ipad pc, but probably sooooo much better. i dont know about this thing. (I said ipad pc because im not so sure about the conventional tablet. mine is an hp pavilion tx 1000 and swivels to be a notebook, but i dont know about the others.) |
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Kovach
on March 13, 2010 12:16 PM |
Looks really interesting. Waiting for some reviews of performance and "usability"! |
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drasho
on March 13, 2010 6:36 PM |
lol this is a weird idea =P i like hte alarm clock tough... Wonder if this is really going to come out |
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techsp10
on March 13, 2010 9:01 PM |
I like this idea and I just gonna hope that it will really happen... |
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AimHigh99
on March 15, 2010 9:15 PM |
This seems like a very cool concept. Even though they are already filing this patent, it probably won't be available to average consumers for at least another 5 more years. Until that time, maybe something more innovative will come along and make this concept irrelevant. |
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bigclick
on March 16, 2010 11:43 AM |
I don't think its for me but then again I am a sucker for this type of thing. I'll have to see them in action with a track record in any case. I'm wary of the potential durability of this type formed device. |
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