On 19 March, technology publication xpertpick revealed a new Samsung patent. The document describes a unique design of the device, the screen of which can rotate 180 degrees, opening up new scenarios of use.
The patent was filed in South Korea back in August 2020, while in the US it was registered in January 2021. The patent features 11 sketches showing the device from different angles.
The images show that the gadget in dimensions is close to a standard smartphone. Its main feature is a mechanism that allows the upper part of the design to turn 180 degrees relative to the base, forming a kind of “X”-shape.
Thanks to this solution, users can easily switch between the main and front cameras by simply rotating the screen. This avoids the installation of unnecessary camera modules, simplifying the design and improving usability.