“One of Apple’s recent filings seems to indicate that it has at least considered the possibility of an iPhone flip phone of sorts, among other dual-screen possibilities,” Donald Melanson reports for Engadget.
“The application itself is for what’s described as a ‘dual sided trackpad,’ which would be translucent and boast touch sensitive panels on each side, allowing it to be used both when it’s opened or when it’s covering the main display,” Melanson reports.
“The patent application doesn’t stop there, with it also offering up possibilities for laptops and tablets based around the technology. In the former case, the touchpad would open up a small window on the main display, allowing it to work like a SideShow display, while the tablet would boast a touchscreen encompassing the entire display,” Melanson reports.
More info and patent app illustrations in the full article here.
[Thanks to MacDailyNews Reader “Jack” for the heads up.]
Ok, now that’s just plain goofy!
PREDICTABLE & NOT EXCITING!
Crapdapola…
@ Kistajk
So do you have a patent already filed? I mean since it is so predictable and not exciting!
On to the article and patent:
These developments make the 3rd OS/platform idea (OS iPhone) even more exciting. But I guess I am easily excited!
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MizulnOz, you have to remember that teens often affiliate through negativity. Their minds aren’t fully developed yet.
It’s ok, kids. Keep going. Daddy will stop being mean now.
One word:
DECOY
Expect dualsided-big-ass-table from $M, bottom side can be used by drunks under the table.
I dunno. Did you guys see the artist’s renderings over at unwiredview.com? I think that would make an interesting iphone nano.
nothing beats a 1 button mouse
I want iPhone 2.0 to have the same design – wonderful IMHO. BUT I would like to see 64 GB or 128 GB storage.
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@Ampar,
Outstanding! I laughed out loud….
Meanwhile, emanating from the Zune Marketplace:
“Beam me up Mr. Scott. There’s no intelligent life down here.”
7over, you have the bridge.
MDN: Any chance you could make this site even slower than it already is? Thanks in advance.