IBM registered a patent for sliding screen technology, turning smartwatch into a smartphone with just a few simple steps
IBM, the "big time" in the computer world, is now almost completely shifted to services, technology applications, no longer creating any mobile computers that people carry with them. daily like smartwatch, smartphone, tablet or laptop. However, that does not mean that their influence in technology equipment manufacturing can be overlooked.
In fact, this technology group with a 130-year history of construction and development has always been a pioneer in many areas of the digital world, and of course in the creative sector as well. IBM is embracing many inventive ideas that can become feasible in the future, one of which is the idea of turning smart watches into a mobile phone or tablet with just a few simple physical operations. .
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In particular, Dutch technology magazine LetsGoDigital recently revealed that IBM has successfully granted a patent for a smartwatch that possesses the ability to physically change, which could quickly become an electricity. Mini phone or tablet mounted on the wrist with just a few simple steps.
In fact, the idea of turning a smart watch into a smartphone or vice versa is not so new, it has been raised by a few leading manufacturers in today's technology world such as Samsung or Huawei. However, with the new flexible display technology just developing as it is, it is not possible to create such a device. But it can certainly become a reality with advances in future display technology, and it seems that IBM has taken the necessary secret.
The original profile of this patent describes a smartwatch with a fairly long, almost borderless screen, much larger than the screen of most smart watches on the market today. This screen will show some basic information such as time, weather forecast and icons of the 4 available applications in the device. By a special mechanism, this screen can be expanded significantly when needed, forming a larger rectangle with 4 complete edges like a smartphone, using the extra space after the opens to display 9 more application icons, along with an internet search bar as well as an extensive area of information about time and weather.
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IBM slide screen simulation
Not only that, this screen can continue to expand to 8 more spaces, for a large display space can contain a total of 16 application icons, news feeds, search bar, also like time / weather information. At this point, it is in the state of a tablet.
According to IBM's explanation, this transformation mechanism involves the idea of expanding and reducing the flexible screen by using a set of sliding panels, forming a screen "storage compartment" in the camera body - possibly the ability to recognize and expand to a larger screen size when additional screen panels slide out.The main goal of this idea is to extend the screen radically, thereby turning a clock to size. Tablet and still ensure full display space.
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Besides, IBM also showed other configurations in which a small watch screen can be doubled or tripled compared to the size of smartphones by using smaller panels, like a table. equipped with extended folding kit.
Putting the feasibility and availability of screen technology aside, it seems like it will be difficult for us to soon experience such a device from IBM, let alone the prospect of commercial production. trade. Redditor points out that IBM often gives a very good reward to employees who have given new ideas and patents, even if these inventions seem quite 'silly' and possess practical applicability. not tall. Whether Redditor refers to IBM's new invention, however, the general availability of the idea of turning a smart watch into a phone or tablet with the above-mentioned screen expansion mechanism is still is a big question mark.
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But saying so does not mean being pessimistic about the prospect of this invention. As smartwatch processors continue to become more powerful, small screen sizes will become their biggest bottleneck, making the idea of screen sliding, folding, stretching and supporting AR return. Should be more attractive.
A series of major technology manufacturers such as Samsung, Xiaomi, or Huawei have just begun to introduce phones with foldable screens that can be expanded into tablets, and despite the price. The sale is still high 'sky-sky' as well as design and durability are still unanswered questions, they still receive a lot of interest from the community and are considered as technological devices that open the trend. hybrid Therefore, IBM's creative idea is also very welcome and should be taken care of properly. If it comes true, this device could have a huge impact on the technology world.
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