Data processing device

Abstract

The present invention relates to a data processing device. In order to provide a data processing device with good overview or good portability, a data processing device is conceived to include: an input / output unit including a display unit that can be folded and unfolded and a sensing unit that can sense the folding and unfolding state of the display unit and supply folding data; and a computing unit that stores a program that causes the computing unit to perform different processing according to the folding data.

Description

[0001] This divisional application is a divisional application based on the Chinese patent application with application number 201480037540.5, application date June 18, 2014, and invention title “Data Processing Device”. More specifically, this divisional application is a further divisional application based on the divisional application with application number 2019100041998.2, application date June 18, 2014, and invention title “Data Processing Device”. Technical Field

[0002] The present invention relates to an object, a method or a manufacturing method. In addition, the present invention relates to a process, a machine, a product or a composition of matter. In particular, the present invention relates to, for example, a human-machine interface, a semiconductor device, a display device, a light-emitting device, a power storage device, a driving method thereof or a manufacturing method thereof. In particular, the present invention relates to, for example, a method for processing image data, a display method, a processing program and a display program; and a device including a recording medium recording the program. In particular, the present invention relates to, for example, a method for processing image data and a display method for displaying an image including data processed by a data processing device having a display unit; a program for displaying an image including data processed by a data processing device having a display unit; and a data processing device including a recording medium recording the program. Background Art

[0003] The social infrastructure related to information transmission methods is becoming more and more complete. By using data processing devices, a variety of information can be obtained, processed or sent not only at home or at work but also when going out.

[0004] Under the above circumstances, portable data processing devices have been actively developed.

[0005] For example, a portable data processing device is often used outdoors, and sometimes the data processing device and the display device included therein are accidentally subjected to impact due to being dropped. As an example of a display device that is not easily damaged, a display device having a structure in which the tightness between the structure separating the light-emitting layer and the second electrode layer is improved is known (Patent Document 1).

[0006] A multi-panel electronic device is known that includes a function of receiving first acceleration data from a first sensor coupled to a first portion of the electronic device. In addition, a multi-panel electronic device is known that includes a function of receiving second acceleration data from a second sensor coupled to a second portion of the electronic device, and the position of the first portion is movable relative to the position of the second portion. In addition, the structure of the electronic device is also determined based on at least a portion of the first acceleration data and a portion of the second acceleration data (Patent Document 2).

[0007] [refer to]

[0008] [Patent Document]

[0009] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2012-190794

[0010] [Patent Document 2] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2012-502372 Summary of the invention

[0011] A display device having a large screen and capable of displaying a large amount of information has a high overview, and therefore, such a display device is suitable for use in a data processing device.

[0012] On the other hand, a display device with a large screen is less portable than a display device with a small screen.

[0013] One aspect of the present invention is created in view of the above technical background. Therefore, one of the objects of the present invention is to provide a data processing device with strong overview. In addition, one of the other objects of the present invention is to provide a data processing device with good portability.

[0014] Note that the description of these purposes does not prevent the existence of other purposes. In addition, in one embodiment of the present invention, it is not necessary to achieve all of the above purposes. Other purposes can be known and derived from the description of the specification, drawings, claims, etc.

[0015] One embodiment of the present invention is a data processing device, comprising: an input / output unit to which data indicating whether the data processing device is folded (folding data) is supplied and to which image data is supplied; and a computing unit to which the folding data is supplied and to which the image data is supplied. The input / output unit includes a display unit and a sensing unit, the display unit being capable of being in two or more different folding states or unfolding states, the sensing unit being capable of sensing the state of the display unit and supplying the folding data. The computing unit includes a computing unit and a storage unit, the storage unit storing a program that causes the computing unit to execute a process. In addition, the program causes the computing unit to execute different processes according to the folding data.

[0016] A program of a data processing device of one embodiment of the present invention includes: a first step of specifying a folding state according to folding data; a second step of loading an application (application) for processing assigned to the folding state; a third step of allowing interrupt processing; a fourth step of executing interrupt processing and processing predetermined data; a sixth step of entering the first step if an end instruction is supplied and a fifth step of entering the first step if no end instruction is supplied; and a sixth step of ending the program. The interrupt processing includes: a seventh step of specifying a folding state according to the folding data; an eighth step of entering the ninth step if the folding state changes and entering the tenth step if the folding state does not change; a ninth step of ending the application; and a tenth step of recovering from the interrupt processing.

[0017] The data processing device of one embodiment of the present invention includes: an input / output unit including a display unit that can be folded and unfolded and a sensing unit that can sense the folded and unfolded state and supply folding data; and a computing unit that stores a program that performs different processing according to the folding data. Thus, a data processing device with high overview can be provided. Alternatively, a data processing device with good portability can be provided.

[0018] In addition, one embodiment of the present invention is a data processing device, comprising: a connection housing having a first surface and a second surface facing away from the first surface; a sensing unit that distinguishes a first mark and a second mark that can approach the first surface of the connection housing and a third mark and a fourth mark that can approach the second surface; a first housing connected to the connection housing, the first housing being movable from a position where the first surface faces the first surface of the connection housing to a position where the second surface facing away from the first surface faces the second surface of the connection housing; and a second housing connected to the connection housing, the second housing being movable from a position where the first surface faces the first surface of the connection housing to a position where the second surface facing away from the first surface faces the second surface of the connection housing. The connection housing, the first housing, and the second housing support a display unit in a manner that enables the display unit having flexibility to be folded. The first housing has a first mark on its first surface and a third mark on its second surface, and the second housing has a second mark on its first surface and a fourth mark on its second surface.

[0019] In the above-mentioned data processing device according to another embodiment of the present invention, the second housing has a fifth mark on its first surface and a sixth mark on its second surface, and the sensor unit distinguishes the sixth mark close to the first surface of the first housing and the fifth mark close to the second surface of the first housing.

[0020] The data processing device of another embodiment of the present invention includes a display unit that can be folded and unfolded and a sensing unit that can sense the folded and unfolded state and provide folding data. Thus, a data processing device with strong overview can be provided. Alternatively, a data processing device with good portability can be provided.

[0021] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a data processing device with high visibility can be provided. Alternatively, a data processing device with high portability can be provided. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] Figure 1A , Figure 1B1 , Figure 1B2 , Fig.1C1 and Fig.1C2 is a block diagram and a schematic diagram illustrating the structure of a data processing device according to an embodiment;

[0023] Figure 2A and Figure 2B is a flowchart illustrating a program executed by a computing unit of a data processing device according to an embodiment;

[0024] Figure 3A1 , Figure 3A2 , Figure 3B1 , Figure 3B2 , Fig.3C1 , Figure 3C2 , Figure 3D1 , Figure 3D2 , Fig.3E1 , Figure 3E2 , Figure 3F1 and Figure 3F2 is a schematic diagram illustrating a display unit of a data processing device according to an embodiment being folded into two or more different states;

[0025] Figure 4A and Figure 4B An expanded state of a data processing device according to an embodiment is shown;

[0026] FIG. 5A to FIG. 5D The data processing device according to the embodiment is shown in a state where both sides are folded;

[0027] FIG. 6A to FIG. 6D The data processing device according to the embodiment is shown in a state where both sides are folded;

[0028] Fig.7A1 , Fig.7A2 , Figure 7B1 , Figure 7B2 , Fig.7C1 and Fig.7C2 The data processing device of the embodiment is shown folded into three;

[0029] FIG. 8A to FIG. 8C The structure of the input / output unit of the data processing device which can be applied to the embodiment is shown;

[0030] Fig.9A and Fig. 9B The structure of the input / output unit of the data processing device which can be applied to the embodiment is shown;

[0031] Fig.10 The structure of the input / output unit of the data processing device which can be applied to the embodiment is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] The embodiments described below include one mode of the present invention, which is created by focusing on an input / output unit including a display portion that can be folded into two or more different states and a sensing portion that senses the folded state.

[0033] A data processing device according to one embodiment of the present invention includes: an input / output unit including a display unit that can be folded and unfolded and a sensing unit that can sense the folded and unfolded state and supply folding data; and a computing unit that stores a program that performs different processing according to the folding data.

[0034] According to the data processing device of one embodiment of the present invention, the computing unit can perform different processing according to the folded state of the data processing device. Thus, a data processing device with good overview can be provided. Alternatively, a data processing device with good portability can be provided.

[0035] The embodiments are described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Note that the present invention is not limited to the following description, and it can be easily understood by those skilled in the art that various modifications and variations can be made without departing from the purpose and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention should not be interpreted as being limited to the contents described in the following embodiments. Note that in the inventive structure described below, in different drawings, the same reference numerals are marked for the same parts or parts with similar functions, and their descriptions are not repeated.

[0036] Implementation Method 1

[0037] In this embodiment, refer to Figure 1A , Figure 1B1 , Figure 1B2 , Fig.1C1 , Fig.1C2 , Figure 2A and Figure 2B The structure of a data processing device according to one embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0038] Figure 1A A block diagram showing the structure of a data processing device 100 according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0039] Figure 1B1 and Figure 1B2 It is a schematic diagram for explaining the structure of a data processing device 100 according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0040] Fig.1C1 and Fig.1C2 This is a schematic diagram for explaining an operation in which the data processing device 100 according to one embodiment of the present invention is folded.

[0041] Figure 2A and Figure 2B This is a flowchart showing a program executed by the computing unit of the data processing device 100 according to one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2A is a flowchart illustrating the main processing, Figure 2B is a flowchart illustrating interrupt processing.

[0042] The data processing device 100 described in this embodiment includes: an input / output unit 120 to which folding data SENS is supplied and to which image data VIDEO is supplied; and an operation unit 110 (see FIG. 1 ) to which folding data SENS is supplied and to which image data VIDEO is supplied. Figure 1A ).

[0043] The input / output unit 120 includes a display portion 122 and a sensor portion 123 . The display portion 122 can be in two or more different folded states or unfolded states. The sensor portion 123 can sense the state of the display portion 122 and supply folding data SENS.

[0044] The calculation unit 110 includes a calculation unit 111 and a storage unit 112 . The storage unit 112 stores a program for causing the calculation unit 111 to execute a process. The program causes the calculation unit 111 to execute a process based on the folding data SENS.

[0045] The data processing device 100 described in this embodiment includes: an input / output unit 120 having a display unit 122 that can be folded and unfolded, and a sensing unit 123 that can sense the folded and unfolded state of the display unit 122 and supply folding data SENS; and a computing unit 110 that stores a program for executing different processes according to the folding data SENS. Thus, the display unit 122 can be unfolded for use. As a result, a data processing device with high overview can be provided. Alternatively, the display unit 122 can be folded. Thus, a data processing device with good portability can be provided.

[0046] In addition, the operation unit 110 illustrated in this embodiment includes an input / output interface 115 and a transmission channel 114 (see Figure 1A ).

[0047] The input / output interface 115 may supply data to the input / output unit 120 and receive data supplied from the input / output unit 120 .

[0048] The transmission channel 114 may supply data to the operation unit 111 , the storage unit 112 , and the input / output interface 115 . Also, the operation unit 111 , the storage unit 112 , and the input / output interface 115 may supply data to the transmission channel 114 .

[0049] The input / output unit 120 includes an input unit 121 , a marker 129 , a communication unit 125 , and the like.

[0050] The input unit 121 may supply an operation command INPUT or the like including an end instruction. The end instruction is an instruction to end a program.

[0051] The mark 129 is arranged near the display unit 122, and the mark 129 is sensed by the sensing unit 123. Thus, the folded state of the display unit can be known.

[0052] Note that these parts cannot be clearly distinguished, and one part may have the function of another part or include a part of another part. For example, a touch panel having a display part and a touch sensor superimposed thereon is used as both the display part 122 and the input unit 121.

[0053] The data processing device 100 illustrated in this embodiment includes a storage unit 112 (see Figure 2A and Figure 2B ).

[0054] "program"

[0055] In the first step, the folding state of the display unit 122 is specified by the folding data SENS (see Figure 2A (S1)).

[0056] In the second embodiment, a method of specifying the folding state of the display unit 122 by the folding data SENS will be described in detail.

[0057] In the second step, the application assigned to the folded state for processing is loaded (refer to Figure 2A (S2)).

[0058] In addition, as processing applications allocated to the folded state, for example, there can be mentioned applications for using the data processing device for reading an electronic book reader, playing music, broadcasting or viewing moving images, a game console, a camera, and the like.

[0059] In the third step, interrupt processing is enabled (see Figure 2A (S3)).

[0060] In the fourth step, interrupt processing is performed and predetermined data is processed (refer to Figure 2A (S4)).

[0061] In addition, as data processing performed in the fourth step, there can be cited processing such as outputting data in the storage unit 112 to the input / output unit 120. Specifically, there can be cited processing such as decompressing image data compressed and stored in the storage unit 112 and displaying it on the display unit 122; decompressing audio data compressed and stored and outputting it to a speaker, etc.; and adjusting text data according to layout data and displaying it.

[0062] In the fifth step, if the end instruction is provided, the sixth step is entered; if the end instruction is not provided, the first step is entered (refer to Figure 2A (S5)).

[0063] In the sixth step, the program ends (see Figure 2A (S6)).

[0064] Next, the interrupt processing is described (see Figure 2B ). When the interrupt processing is allowed, the operation unit can receive the execution instruction of the interrupt processing. The operation unit that receives the execution instruction of the interrupt processing stops the main processing and executes the interrupt processing. For example, the operation unit that receives the execution instruction of the interrupt processing executes the interrupt processing and stores the execution result in the storage unit. Then, the operation unit that recovers from the interrupt processing can restart the main processing according to the execution result of the interrupt processing.

[0065] In the seventh step, the folding state is specified by the folding data SENS through the interrupt processing (refer to Figure 2B (T7)).

[0066] In the eighth step, if the folding state changes, the ninth step is entered; if the folding state does not change, the tenth step is entered (refer to Figure 2B (T8)).

[0067] In addition, by comparing with the folding state specified in the first step, the change of the folding state can be determined.

[0068] In the ninth step, the application is terminated (see Figure 2B (T9)).

[0069] In the tenth step, the operation unit recovers from the interrupt processing (see Figure 2B (T10)).

[0070] Next, each component included in the data processing device 100 according to one embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0071] 《Input / Output Unit》

[0072] The input / output unit 120 is connected to the transmission channel 114 via the input / output interface 115. The input / output unit 120 can supply external data to the data processing device 100. In addition, the input / output unit 120 can also supply data inside the data processing device 100 to the outside.

[0073] 《Sensor and Marking》

[0074] The sensor unit 123 at least senses the folding state of the display unit 122 and supplies folding data SENS.

[0075] The sensing unit 123 includes a sensor that senses a mark 129 disposed near the display unit 122. Thus, the sensing unit 123 can supply a folding signal according to the folding state of the display unit 122.

[0076] For example, the shape or placement of an object such as a protrusion, light, radio waves, or electromagnetic waves such as magnetism can be used as the mark 129. Specifically, objects with different polarities (such as the S pole and N pole of a magnet) or objects with different signals (such as electromagnetic waves modulated by different methods) can be cited.

[0077] As the sensor included in the sensing unit 123 , a sensor capable of recognizing the mark 129 is selected.

[0078] Specifically, when a structure having a different shape or placed at a different position (e.g., a protrusion) is used as the marker 129, a switch having a different shape or placed at a different position may be used for the sensor so that the structure can be recognized. Alternatively, when light is used as the marker 129, a photoelectric conversion element may be used for the sensor. When an electric wave is used as the marker 129, an antenna may be used for the sensor. When magnetic force is used as the marker 129, a magnetic sensor may be used for the sensor.

[0079] In Embodiment 2, a method of specifying the folded state of display unit 122 using a signal supplied from a sensor that senses a mark will be described in detail.

[0080] In addition, the sensor unit 123 may also sense acceleration, orientation, GPS (Global Positioning System) signals, temperature, humidity, etc. and provide the data thereof.

[0081] 《Input Unit》

[0082] Various human-machine interfaces can be used as the input unit 121. Specifically, a keyboard, a mouse, a touch sensor, a microphone, a camera, etc. can be used. In particular, the provision of an operation instruction using a pointer can realize intuitive operation, so it is more convenient.

[0083] For example, when the touch panel is used as an input unit 121 that overlaps with the display unit and is set as an integral whole, the user of the data processing device 100 can input operation instructions INPUT, etc. including end instructions by making gestures (such as tapping, dragging, sliding, or pinching) on ​​the touch panel with a finger as an indicator.

[0084] Display Department

[0085] The display portion 122 has flexibility and can be bent.

[0086] Figure 1B1 The display portion 122 is shown as being arranged in a planar manner on the first surface (also referred to as the front surface). Figure 1B2 The second side (also referred to as the back side) facing away from the first side is shown.

[0087] Fig.1C1 and Fig.1C2 The display portion 122 is shown in a folded state.

[0088] In Embodiments 4 and 5, a structure of a display portion having flexibility that can be applied to this embodiment is described in detail.

[0089] In addition, although the display unit 122 that can be folded into three is provided in the data processing device 100 described in this embodiment, the number of times that the display unit can be folded is not limited to this. Specifically, the display unit can also be a structure that can be folded in half or a structure that can be folded into four or more folds. The more times that the display unit can be folded, the more a data processing device with a strong overview can be provided. Alternatively, a data processing device with good portability can be provided.

[0090] 《Communication Unit》

[0091] The communication unit 125 connects the external network and the data processing device 100. The data processing device 100 obtains data COM from the outside or supplies data COM to the outside. Specifically, a network interconnection device or a modem can be used as the communication unit 125.

[0092] Other components

[0093] As the input / output unit 120 , for example, a camera, a microphone, a read-only external storage, an external storage, a communication unit, a scanner, a speaker, a printer, or the like can be used.

[0094] Specifically, as the camera, a digital still camera, a digital video camera, or the like can be used.

[0095] As the external storage unit, a hard disk, a mobile memory, etc. can be used. As the read-only external storage unit, a CDROM, a DVDROM, etc. can be used.

[0096] This embodiment mode can be appropriately combined with any other embodiment mode described in this specification.

[0097] Implementation Method 2

[0098] In this embodiment, refer to Figure 1A to Figure 1C2 as well as Figure 3A1 , 3A2 , 3B1, 3B2, 3C1, 3C2, 3D1, 3D2, 3E1, 3E2, 3F1 and Figure 3F2 The structure of a data processing device according to one embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0099] Specifically, a data processing device 100 is described, which includes: a foldable display unit 122; a foldable housing that supports the display unit 122; a mark 129 disposed on the housing; and a sensing unit 123 that senses the mark 129. In addition, a folding signal supplied from the sensing unit 123 according to the folding state of the data processing device 100 is described.

[0100] Figures 3A1 to 3F2 1 is a schematic diagram for explaining the folded state of the display unit 122 and the housing supporting the display unit 122 of the data processing device 100 according to one embodiment of the present invention. Specifically, the schematic diagram shows ten different unfolded states and folded states.

[0101] The data processing device 100 described in this embodiment includes a first surface (also referred to as a front surface; see Figure 1B1 ) and the second side facing away from the first side (also called the back side; see Figure 1B2 )'s connecting housing C.

[0102] The data processing device 100 includes a sensing unit 123 that recognizes a first mark 129(1) and a second mark 129(2) that can approach a first surface of the connection housing C and a third mark 129(3) and a fourth mark 129(4) that can approach a second surface. In addition, the sensing unit 123 includes a sensor 123L.

[0103] The data processing device 100 includes a first housing L connected to the connection housing C, and the first housing L can move from a position where a first surface faces a first surface of the connection housing C to a position where a second surface facing away from the first surface faces a second surface of the connection housing C (refer to Fig.1C1 ).

[0104] The data processing device 100 further includes a second housing R connected to the connecting housing C, the second housing R being movable from a position where a first surface faces a first surface of the connecting housing C to a position where a second surface facing away from the first surface faces a second surface of the connecting housing C (see Fig.1C2 ).

[0105] The connecting housing C, the first housing L, and the second housing R support the display portion 122 in a manner that the display portion 122 having flexibility can be folded.

[0106] The first housing L includes a first mark 129 ( 1 ) on its first surface and a third mark 129 ( 3 ) on its second surface.

[0107] The second housing R includes a second mark 129 ( 2 ) on its first surface and a fourth mark 129 ( 4 ) on its second surface.

[0108] The data processing device 100 described in this embodiment includes a display unit 122 that can be folded and unfolded, and a sensor unit 123 that can sense the folding and unfolding state of the display unit 122 and provide folding data. Thus, a data processing device with high overview can be provided. Alternatively, a data processing device with good portability can be provided.

[0109] In the data processing device 100 described in this embodiment, the second housing R has a fifth mark 129 (5) on its first surface and a sixth mark 129 (6) on its second surface. The sensing unit 123 distinguishes the sixth mark 129 (6) close to the first surface of the first housing L and the fifth mark 129 (5) close to the second surface of the first housing L. In addition, the sensing unit 123 includes a sensor 123U.

[0110] The data processing device 100 described in this embodiment can sense the folding or unfolding state of the display unit 122 and supply folding data SENS. Specifically, the data processing device 100 can be in ten different unfolding states or folding states, and the sensing unit 123 can supply different folding data SENS for each state. Thus, each program for executing different processing can be assigned to each of the eleven different states. As a result, a data processing device can be provided that can easily select a variety of functions to use by changing the folding method.

[0111] Reference Figures 3A1 to 3F2 Two or more different folding states of the display unit 122 of the data processing device 100 will be described.

[0112] The sensing unit 123 includes a sensor 123L in the connection housing C and a sensor 123U in the first housing L. The sensor 123L and the sensor 123U can both distinguish between the mark 129 close to the first surface and the mark 129 close to the second surface.

[0113] The sensing unit 123 generates and supplies folding data SENS capable of specifying the folding state of the display unit 122 based on a combination of the signals supplied from the sensor 123L and the sensor 123U.

[0114] In addition, when the mark 129 (x) is close to the first surface and the mark 129 (y) is close to the second surface, the sensor 123L and the sensor 123U supply a signal (x, y). In addition, when the mark 129 is not close to the first surface or the second surface, a signal (0, 0) is supplied. Note that this description is for the convenience of explanation, and the form of the signal is not limited to this as long as the mark 129 close to the first surface or the second surface can be distinguished.

[0115] <Expanded state>

[0116] Figure 3A1 and Figure 3A2 FIG. 1 shows the expanded state of the connection housing C, the first housing L, and the second housing R of the data processing device 100. Note that Figure 3A1 This is a schematic diagram when viewed from the first side (also called the surface). Figure 3A2 This is a schematic diagram when viewed from the second side (also called the back side) facing away from the first side.

[0117] Note that in order to prevent the complicated diagram from obstructing the understanding of the invention, Figures 3B1 to 3F2 The reference numerals 129 (1) to 129 (6), the display unit 122, the sensor 123L, and the sensor 123U are not shown. Figure 3A1 and Figure 3A2 By referring to these drawings in comparison, it can be easily understood by those skilled in the art.

[0118] When the connection housing C, the first housing L, and the second housing R of the data processing device 100 are unfolded, the sensor 123U and the sensor 123L cannot sense any mark. Therefore, the sensor 123U supplies a signal (0, 0), and the sensor 123L supplies a signal (0, 0).

[0119] <Folded in half>

[0120] When the first housing L of the data processing device 100 is folded to the second surface, the sensor 123L senses the third mark 129 (3) arranged on the second surface of the first housing L and supplies a signal (0, 3) (refer to Figure 3B1 ).

[0121] When the first housing L of the data processing device 100 is folded to the first surface, the sensor 123L senses the first mark 129 (1) arranged on the first surface of the first housing L and supplies a signal (1, 0) (refer to Figure 3B2 ).

[0122] When the second housing R of the data processing device 100 is folded to the second surface, the sensor 123L senses the fourth mark 129 (4) arranged on the second surface of the second housing R and supplies a signal (0, 4) (refer to Fig.3C1 ).

[0123] When the second housing R of the data processing device 100 is folded to the first surface, the sensor 123L senses the second mark 129 (2) arranged on the first surface of the second housing R and supplies a signal (2, 0) (refer to Figure 3C2 ).

[0124] In addition, in the folded state, the sensor 123U cannot sense any mark, and therefore, the sensor 123U supplies a signal (0, 0).

[0125] <Folded into three>

[0126] When the first housing L of the data processing device 100 is folded to the second surface and the second housing R is folded to the first surface, the sensor 123L senses the third mark 129 (3) arranged on the second surface of the first housing L and the second mark 129 (2) arranged on the first surface of the second housing R, and supplies a signal (2, 3) (refer to Figure 3D1 ).

[0127] The connection housing C is between the sensor 123U arranged on the first housing L and the fifth mark 129 (5) arranged on the first surface of the second housing R. Therefore, the sensor 123U supplies a signal (0, 0).

[0128] When the first housing L of the data processing device 100 is folded to the first surface and the second housing R is folded to the second surface, the sensor 123L senses the first mark 129 (1) arranged on the first surface of the first housing L and the fourth mark 129 (4) arranged on the second surface of the second housing R, and supplies a signal (1, 4) (refer to Figure 3D2 ).

[0129] In addition, the connection housing C is between the sensor 123U arranged in the first housing L and the sixth mark 129 (6) arranged in the second surface of the second housing R. Therefore, the sensor 123U supplies a signal (0, 0).

[0130] When the first housing L of the data processing device 100 is folded to the second surface, and the second housing R is folded to the second surface overlapping the first housing L, the sensor 123L senses the third mark 129 (3) arranged on the second surface of the first housing L and supplies a signal (0, 3) (refer to Fig.3E1 ). The sensor 123U senses the sixth mark 129 (6) disposed on the second surface of the second housing R and supplies a signal (6, 0).

[0131] When the second housing R of the data processing device 100 is folded to the second surface and the first housing L is folded to the second surface overlapping the second housing R, the sensor 123L senses the fourth mark 129 (4) arranged on the second surface of the second housing R and supplies a signal (0, 4) (refer to Figure 3E2 ). In addition, the sensor 123U senses the fifth mark 129 (5) arranged on the first surface of the second housing R and supplies a signal (0, 5).

[0132] When the first housing L of the data processing device 100 is folded to the first surface and the second housing R is folded to the first surface overlapping the first housing L, the sensor 123L senses the first mark 129 (1) arranged on the first surface of the first housing L and supplies a signal (1, 0) (refer to Figure 3F1 ). The sensor 123U senses the fifth mark 129 (5) arranged on the first surface of the second housing R and supplies a signal (0, 5).

[0133] When the second housing R of the data processing device 100 is folded to the first surface and the first housing L is folded to the first surface overlapping the second housing R, the sensor 123L senses the second mark 129 (2) arranged on the first surface of the second housing R and supplies a signal (2, 0) (refer to Figure 3F2 ). The sensor 123U senses the sixth mark 129 (6) disposed on the second surface of the second housing R and supplies a signal (6, 0).

[0134] This embodiment mode can be appropriately combined with any other embodiment mode described in this specification.

[0135] Implementation 3

[0136] In this embodiment, refer to Figure 4A , 4B , Figures 5A to 5D , Figures 6A to 6D , Fig.7A1 , 7A2 7B1, 7B2, 7C1 and 7C2 illustrate the structure of a data processing device 200 according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0137] Figure 4A 1 is a plan view illustrating the structure of a data processing device 200 according to one embodiment of the present invention in an expanded state. Figure 4B This is its side view.

[0138] Figure 5A 1 is a plan view illustrating the structure of a data processing device 200 according to one embodiment of the present invention in a folded state. Figure 5B This is its side view. Figure 5C Is to explain with Figure 5AA top view of the structure of a data processing device 200 according to one embodiment of the present invention folded in half in different ways, Figure 5D This is its side view.

[0139] Fig. 6A Is to explain with Figure 5A and Figure 5C A top view of the structure of a data processing device 200 according to one embodiment of the present invention folded in half in different ways, Figure 6B This is its side view. Figure 6C Is to explain with Fig. 6A A top view of the structure of a data processing device 200 according to one embodiment of the present invention folded in half in different ways, Fig.6D This is its side view.

[0140] Fig.7A1 is a plan view illustrating the structure of a data processing device 200 according to one embodiment of the present invention folded into three. Fig.7A2 This is its side view.

[0141] Figure 7B1 Is to explain with Fig.7A1 A top view of the structure of a data processing device 200 according to one embodiment of the present invention folded into three parts by different methods, Figure 7B2 This is its side view.

[0142] Fig.7C1 Is to explain with Fig.7A1 and Figure 7B1 A top view of the structure of a data processing device 200 according to one embodiment of the present invention folded into three parts by different methods, Fig.7C2 This is its side view.

[0143] The data processing device 200 described in this embodiment includes a connection housing C. The connection housing C includes a sensor 123L (see Figure 4A ).

[0144] The data processing device 200 includes a first housing L. The first housing L is connected to the connection housing C via a connection portion (link) 211 between the first housing L and the connection housing C. Thus, the first housing L can move from a position where the first surface faces the first surface of the connection housing C to a position where the second surface facing away from the first surface faces the second surface of the connection housing C (see Figure 4B ). As a result, the data processing device 200 can be folded.

[0145] The first housing L includes the sensor 123U. The first housing L includes a first mark 129 ( 1 ) on the first surface and a third mark 129 ( 3 ) on the second surface.

[0146] The data processing device 200 includes a second housing R. The second housing R is connected to the connection housing C via a connection portion 212 between the second housing R and the connection housing C. Thus, the second housing R can be moved from a position where the first surface faces the first surface of the connection housing C to a position where the second surface facing away from the first surface faces the second surface of the connection housing C. As a result, the data processing device 200 can be folded.

[0147] The second housing R includes a second mark 129 ( 2 ) and a fifth mark 129 ( 5 ) on the first surface, and includes a fourth mark 129 ( 4 ) and a sixth mark 129 ( 6 ) on the second surface.

[0148] The data processing device 200 includes a sensing unit including a sensor 123L and a sensor 123U.

[0149] The sensor 123L identifies a first mark 129 ( 1 ) and a second mark 129 ( 2 ) near the first surface of the connection housing C, and also identifies a third mark 129 ( 3 ) and a fourth mark 129 ( 4 ) near the second surface.

[0150] The sensor 123U identifies the sixth mark 129 ( 6 ) near the first surface of the first housing L and the fifth mark 129 ( 5 ) near the second surface.

[0151] The connection housing C, the first housing L, and the second housing R of the data processing device 200 support the display portion 222 having flexibility. Note that Figure 4B The arrow in represents the direction in which the display unit 222 displays an image.

[0152] The data processing device 200 described in this embodiment includes a display unit 222 that can be folded and unfolded and a sensor unit 123 that can sense the folded and unfolded state and provide folding data. Thus, a data processing device with high overview can be provided. Alternatively, a data processing device with good portability can be provided.

[0153] <Expanded state>

[0154] When the connection housing C, the first housing L, and the second housing R of the data processing device 200 are unfolded, the sensor 123U and the sensor 123L cannot sense any mark. Therefore, the sensor 123U supplies a signal (0, 0), and the sensor 123L supplies a signal (0, 0) (refer to Figure 4A ).

[0155] <Folded in half>

[0156] When the first housing L of the data processing device 200 is folded to the first surface, the sensor 123L senses the first mark 129 (1) arranged on the first surface of the first housing L and supplies a signal (0, 1) (refer to Figure 5A and Figure 5B ).

[0157] Through Figure 5A and Figure 5B As shown, by folding the first housing L to the first surface, the data processing device 200 can be used with the second surface of the first housing L and the first surface of the second housing R facing the user.

[0158] In addition, an input unit (eg, a keyboard 121K) may be provided on the second surface of the first housing L (see Figure 5A ).

[0159] For example, the folding signal supplied by the sensing portion when the data processing device 200 is folded into this state and the application for processing emails can be correlated with each other. Figure 5A and Figure 5B Specifically, text data etc. can be input from the keyboard 121K while using the display unit 222 supported by the second housing R. In addition, the display of the portion of the display unit 222 supported by the first housing L and the connecting housing C can be stopped, thereby reducing power consumption.

[0160] When the first housing L of the data processing device 200 is folded to the second surface, the sensor 123L senses the third mark 129 (3) arranged on the second surface of the first housing L and supplies a signal (0, 3) (refer to Figure 5C and Figure 5D ).

[0161] Through Figure 5C and Figure 5D As shown, by folding the first housing L to the second surface, the data processing device 200 can be used with the first surface of the connecting housing C and the second housing R facing the user.

[0162] For example, the folding signal supplied by the sensing portion when the data processing device 200 is folded into this state may be correlated with an application for reading an e-book reader. Figure 5C and Figure 5D Read the e-book reader as shown.

[0163] In addition, in the display unit 222 of the data processing device 200 folded in this state, the display unit 222 supported by the first housing L does not face the user, so the display can be stopped. This can reduce power consumption.

[0164] When a touch panel is provided overlapping the display unit 222 not facing the user, the touch panel can be used as an input unit. Thus, the data processing device 200 can be supported or operated by the thumb on the user's side and the fingers on the side not facing the user.

[0165] When the second housing R of the data processing device 200 is folded to the first surface, the sensor 123L senses the second mark 129 (2) arranged on the first surface of the second housing R and supplies a signal (0, 2) (refer to Fig. 6A and Figure 6B ).

[0166] In addition, an input unit (eg, a control button 121B) may be provided on the second surface of the second housing R (see Fig. 6A ).

[0167] For example, the folding signal supplied by the sensor unit when the data processing device 200 is folded into this state can be correlated with the application of the game console. Fig. 6A and Figure 6B Specifically, the display unit 222 supported by the first housing L can be used while inputting data from the control button 121B to operate the character, etc. In addition, the display of the display unit 222 supported by the second housing R and the connecting housing C can be stopped, thereby reducing power consumption.

[0168] When the second housing R of the data processing device 200 is folded to the first surface, the sensor 123R senses the fourth mark 129 (4) arranged on the second surface of the second housing R and supplies a signal (0, 4) (refer to Figure 6C and Fig.6D ).

[0169] For example, the folding signal supplied by the sensor unit when the data processing device 200 is folded into this state may be correlated with an application for browsing websites on the Internet. Figure 6C and Fig.6D Browse the website as shown.

[0170] In addition, the user can also choose to allocate FIG. 5A to FIG. 5D The application of the folded data processing device 200 as shown and the distribution of FIG. 6A to FIG. 6D Applications of the folded data processing device 200 as shown. For example, the assigned application can be changed depending on whether the user is right-handed or left-handed.

[0171] <Folded into three>

[0172] When the first housing L of the data processing device 200 is folded to the second surface, and the second housing R is folded to the second surface overlapping the first housing L, the sensor 123L senses the third mark 129 (3) arranged on the second surface of the first housing L and supplies a signal (0, 3) (refer to Fig.7A1 and Fig.7A2 ). The sensor 123U (not shown) senses the sixth mark 129 (6) arranged on the second surface of the second housing R and supplies a signal (6, 0).

[0173] When the first housing L of the data processing device 200 is folded to the second surface and the second housing R is folded to the first surface, the sensor 123L senses the third mark 129 (3) arranged on the second surface of the first housing L and the second mark 129 (2) arranged on the first surface of the second housing R, and supplies a signal (2, 3) (refer to Figure 7B1 and Figure 7B2 ). Although not shown, the connection housing C is between the sensor 123U arranged in the first housing L and the fifth mark 129 (5) arranged in the first surface of the second housing R. Therefore, the sensor 123U supplies a signal (0, 0).

[0174] In addition, an input unit (eg, a camera 121C) may be provided on the second surface of the second housing R (see Figure 7B1 ).

[0175] For example, the folding signal supplied by the sensing portion and the application for capturing images when the data processing device 200 is folded into this state may be correlated with each other. Figure 7B1 and Figure 7B2 Specifically, images can be captured from the camera 121C while using the display portion 222 supported by the first housing L. In addition, the display of the portion of the display portion 222 supported by the second housing R and the connecting housing C can be stopped, thereby reducing power consumption.

[0176] When the second housing R of the data processing device 200 is folded to the first surface and the first housing L is folded to the first surface overlapping the second housing R, the sensor 123L senses the second mark 129 (2) arranged on the first surface of the second housing R and supplies a signal (2, 0) (refer to Fig.7C1 and Fig.7C2 ). The sensor 123U senses the sixth mark 129 (6) disposed on the second surface of the second housing R and supplies a signal (6, 0).

[0177] For example, the folding signal supplied by the sensing unit when the data processing device 200 is folded into this state and the instruction to make the data processing device transition to the standby state can be correlated with each other. Fig.7C1 and Fig.7C2 As shown, the display of the display unit 222 can be stopped, thereby reducing power consumption.

[0178] This embodiment mode can be appropriately combined with any other embodiment mode described in this specification.

[0179] Implementation 4

[0180] In this embodiment, refer to FIG. 8A to FIG. 8C The structure of an input / output unit of a data processing device that can be used in one embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0181] Fig. 8A It is a top view explaining the structure of an input / output unit of a data processing device which can be used in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0182] Figure 8B It is along Fig. 8A Cross-sectional view along line AB and line CD.

[0183] Figure 8C It is along Fig. 8A Cross-sectional view along line EF.

[0184] <Top view>

[0185] The input / output unit 300 illustrated in this embodiment includes a display unit 301 (see Fig. 8A ).

[0186] The display unit 301 includes a plurality of pixels 302 and a plurality of imaging pixels 308. The imaging pixels 308 can sense a touch of a finger or the like on the display unit 301. By using the imaging pixels 308, a touch sensor can be formed.

[0187] The pixel 302 includes a plurality of sub-pixels (eg, sub-pixel 302R). In addition, each sub-pixel includes a light-emitting element and a pixel circuit capable of supplying power for driving the light-emitting element.

[0188] The pixel circuit is electrically connected to a wiring capable of supplying a selection signal and a wiring capable of supplying an image signal.

[0189] Furthermore, the input / output unit 300 includes a scanning line driving circuit 303g(1) capable of supplying a selection signal to the pixel 302 and an image signal line driving circuit 303s(1) capable of supplying an image signal to the pixel 302. In addition, when the image signal line driving circuit 303s(1) is disposed in a portion other than a bendable portion, occurrence of a malfunction can be suppressed.

[0190] The imaging pixel 308 includes a photoelectric conversion element and an imaging pixel circuit for driving the photoelectric conversion element.

[0191] The imaging pixel circuit is electrically connected to a wiring capable of supplying a control signal and a wiring capable of supplying a power supply potential.

[0192] Examples of the control signal include a signal for selecting an imaging pixel circuit that reads out a recorded imaging signal, a signal for initializing an imaging pixel circuit, and a signal for determining a time when an imaging pixel circuit senses light.

[0193] The input / output unit 300 includes an imaging pixel driving circuit 303g(2) capable of supplying a control signal to the imaging pixel 308 and an imaging signal line driving circuit 303s(2) capable of reading an imaging signal. In addition, when the imaging signal line driving circuit 303s(2) is disposed in a portion other than a bendable portion, the occurrence of a defect can be reduced.

[0194] <Cross-sectional view>

[0195] The input / output unit 300 includes a substrate 310 and an opposing substrate 370 (see Figure 8B ).

[0196] The substrate 310 is a laminated body in which a substrate 310 b having flexibility, a barrier film 310 a for preventing unintended impurities from diffusing toward the light emitting element, and an adhesive layer 310 c attaching the barrier film 310 a to the substrate 310 b are laminated.

[0197] The counter substrate 370 is a laminated body including a flexible substrate 370b, a barrier film 370a for preventing unintended impurities from diffusing toward the light emitting element, and an adhesive layer 370c for attaching the barrier film 370a to the substrate 370b (see Figure 8B ).

[0198] The sealant 360 attaches the counter substrate 370 to the substrate 310. The sealant 360 has a higher refractive index than air and doubles as an optical adhesive layer. The pixel circuit and the light-emitting element (for example, the first light-emitting element 350R) and the imaging pixel circuit and the photoelectric conversion element (for example, the photoelectric conversion element 308p) are arranged between the substrate 310 and the counter substrate 370.

[0199] Pixel Structure

[0200] Each pixel 302 includes a sub-pixel 302R, a sub-pixel 302G, and a sub-pixel 302B (see Figure 8C ). The sub-pixel 302R includes a light emitting module 380R, the sub-pixel 302G includes a light emitting module 380G, and the sub-pixel 302B includes a light emitting module 380B.

[0201] For example, the sub-pixel 302R includes a first light-emitting element 350R and a pixel circuit including a transistor 302t capable of supplying power to the first light-emitting element 350R (see Figure 8B ). In addition, the light emitting module 380R includes a first light emitting element 350R and an optical element (eg, a first coloring layer 367R).

[0202] The first light-emitting element 350R includes a first lower electrode 351R, an upper electrode 352, and a layer 353 containing a light-emitting organic compound between the first lower electrode 351R and the upper electrode 352 (see Figure 8C ).

[0203] The layer 353 containing a light-emitting organic compound includes a light-emitting unit 353 a , a light-emitting unit 353 b , and an intermediate layer 354 between the light-emitting unit 353 a and the light-emitting unit 353 b .

[0204] The light emitting module 380R includes a first coloring layer 367R on the counter substrate 370. The coloring layer transmits light having a specific wavelength, for example, selectively transmits red, green or blue light. Alternatively, a region may be provided that directly transmits light emitted from a light emitting element.

[0205] For example, the light emitting module 380R includes a sealant 360 in contact with the first light emitting element 350R and the first coloring layer 367R.

[0206] The first coloring layer 367R is located in a region overlapping with the first light emitting element 350R. Therefore, part of the light emitted from the first light emitting element 350R passes through the sealant 360 also serving as an optical adhesive layer and the first coloring layer 367R, and is emitted toward the first light emitting element 350R. Figure 8B and Figure 8C The light is emitted in the direction of the arrow to the outside of the light emitting module 380R.

[0207] 《Structure of input / output unit》

[0208] The input / output unit 300 includes a light shielding layer 367BM on the counter substrate 370. The light shielding layer 367BM is provided so as to surround the coloring layer (for example, the first coloring layer 367R).

[0209] The input / output unit 300 includes an antireflection layer 367p in a region overlapping with the display portion 301. As the antireflection layer 367p, for example, a circular polarizing plate can be used.

[0210] The input / output unit 300 includes an insulating film 321. The insulating film 321 covers the transistor 302t. In addition, the insulating film 321 can be used as a layer for flattening the unevenness generated by the pixel circuit. An insulating film stacked with a layer capable of suppressing the diffusion of impurities into the transistor 302t and the like can be used as the insulating film 321.

[0211] The input / output unit 300 includes a light emitting element (eg, a first light emitting element 350R) on an insulating film 321 .

[0212] The input / output cell 300 includes a partition wall 328 (see FIG. 1 ) overlapping with an end portion of the first lower electrode 351R on the insulating film 321. Figure 8C ). In addition, a spacer 329 for controlling the distance between the substrate 310 and the counter substrate 370 is provided on the partition wall 328 .

[0213] 《Structure of image signal line drive circuit》

[0214] The image signal line driver circuit 303s(1) includes a transistor 303t and a capacitor 303c. The image signal line driver circuit 303s(1) can be formed on the same substrate as the pixel circuit by the same process as the pixel circuit.

[0215] The structure of an imaging pixel

[0216] Each imaging pixel 308 includes a photoelectric conversion element 308p and an imaging pixel circuit for sensing light received by the photoelectric conversion element 308p. The imaging pixel circuit includes a transistor 308t.

[0217] For example, a PIN type photodiode can be used as the photoelectric conversion element 308p.

[0218] Other structures

[0219] The input / output unit 300 includes a wiring 311 capable of supplying signals. The wiring 311 has a terminal 319. In addition, an FPC 309 (1) capable of supplying signals such as image signals or synchronization signals is electrically connected to the terminal 319. It is preferable to arrange the FPC 309 (1) in a portion other than the bendable portion of the input / output unit 300. Furthermore, it is preferable to arrange the FPC 309 (1) in the middle of one side of the area surrounding the display unit 301, especially in the foldable side ( Fig. 8AThe input / output unit 300 is placed approximately in the middle of the longer side of the input / output unit 300. This can shorten the distance between the input / output unit 300 and the external circuit for driving the input / output unit 300, making the connection easier. The center of gravity of the external circuit can also be roughly aligned with the center of gravity of the input / output unit 300. As a result, the data processing device can be easily handled, and accidents such as dropping the device can be prevented.

[0220] In addition, the FPC 309 (1) may also be mounted with a printed wiring board (PWB).

[0221] This embodiment mode can be appropriately combined with any other embodiment mode described in this specification.

[0222] Implementation method 5

[0223] In this embodiment, a touch sensor (contact sensing device) is provided as an input unit in a manner overlapping with the display unit. Fig.9A , Fig. 9B and Fig.10 The structure of a bendable touch panel will be described.

[0224] Fig.9A is a perspective schematic diagram of a touch panel 500 illustrated in this embodiment. Note that for the sake of clarity, Fig.9A and Fig. 9B Only the main components are shown. Fig. 9B It is a perspective schematic diagram showing the touch panel 500 being unfolded.

[0225] Fig.10 It is along Fig.9A The touch panel 500 is shown in a cross-sectional view taken along line X1 - X2 .

[0226] The touch panel 500 includes a display portion 501 and a touch sensor 595 (see Fig. 9B ). The touch panel 500 further includes a substrate 510, a substrate 570, and a substrate 590. The substrate 510, the substrate 570, and the substrate 590 are all flexible.

[0227] The display unit 501 includes a substrate 510, a plurality of pixels on the substrate 510, and a plurality of wirings 511 for supplying signals to the pixels. The plurality of wirings 511 extend to the periphery of the substrate 510, and a portion thereof constitutes a terminal 519. The terminal 519 is electrically connected to the FPC 509 (1).

[0228] <Touch Sensor>

[0229] The substrate 590 includes a touch sensor 595 and a plurality of wirings 598 electrically connected to the touch sensor 595. The plurality of wirings 598 extend to the periphery of the substrate 590, and a portion of the wirings 598 constitutes a portion of a terminal for electrically connecting to the FPC 509 (2). Fig. 9B In the figure, electrodes, wiring, etc. of the touch sensor 595 provided on the back side (back side of the paper) of the substrate 590 are shown by solid lines.

[0230] As a touch sensor used as the touch sensor 595, a capacitive touch sensor is preferably used. Examples of the capacitive type include a surface capacitive type, a projected capacitive type, and the like. Also, examples of the projected capacitive type are mainly divided into a self-capacitive touch sensor, a mutual capacitive touch sensor, and the like, depending on the driving method. When a mutual capacitive touch sensor is used, multiple points can be sensed at the same time, so it is preferred.

[0231] Below, refer to Fig. 9B An example of using a projected capacitive touch sensor will be described below. Alternatively, various sensors that can sense when a sensing object such as a finger approaches or contacts may be used.

[0232] The projected capacitive touch sensor 595 includes an electrode 591 and an electrode 592 . The electrode 591 is electrically connected to any one of a plurality of wirings 598 , and the electrode 592 is electrically connected to another one of the plurality of wirings 598 .

[0233] like Fig.9A and Fig. 9B As shown, the electrode 592 has a shape in which a plurality of quadrilaterals are continuous in the same direction. Each electrode 591 is a quadrilateral. The wiring 594 electrically connects two electrodes 591 arranged in a direction intersecting the direction in which the electrode 592 extends. It is preferred to make the area where the electrode 592 and the wiring 594 intersect as small as possible. Such a structure can reduce the area of ​​the region where the electrode is not provided, so that the unevenness of the transmittance can be reduced. As a result, the unevenness of the brightness of the light passing through the touch sensor 595 can be reduced.

[0234] The shapes of the electrodes 591 and 592 are not limited thereto, and may have various shapes. For example, a plurality of electrodes 591 may be arranged in a manner that minimizes the gaps between the electrodes 591, and the electrodes 592 may be provided separated from the electrodes 591 via an insulating layer in a manner that forms a region that does not overlap with the electrodes 591. In this case, since the area of ​​the region with different transmittances can be reduced, it is preferred to provide a dummy electrode electrically insulated from the two adjacent electrodes 592.

[0235] Reference Fig.10 The structure of touch panel 500 will be described.

[0236] The touch sensor 595 includes a substrate 590 , electrodes 591 and electrodes 592 arranged in a staggered pattern on the substrate 590 , an insulating layer 593 covering the electrodes 591 and the electrodes 592 , and wirings 594 that electrically connect adjacent electrodes 591 .

[0237] The adhesive layer 597 attaches the substrate 590 and the substrate 570 in such a manner that the touch sensor 595 overlaps the display portion 501 .

[0238] The electrode 591 and the electrode 592 are formed using a light-transmitting conductive material. As the light-transmitting conductive material, a conductive oxide such as indium oxide, indium tin oxide, indium zinc oxide, zinc oxide, or zinc oxide to which gallium is added can be used.

[0239] After a light-transmitting conductive material is formed on the substrate 590 by sputtering, unnecessary portions may be removed by a known patterning technique such as photolithography to form the electrodes 591 and 592 .

[0240] The insulating layer 593 covers the electrode 591 and the electrode 592. Examples of the material of the insulating layer 593 include resins such as acrylic resins and epoxy resins, resins having a siloxane bond, and inorganic insulating materials such as silicon oxide, silicon oxynitride, and aluminum oxide.

[0241] In addition, an opening reaching the electrode 591 is formed in the insulating layer 593, and the wiring 594 is electrically connected to the adjacent electrode 591. The wiring 594 is preferably formed using a light-transmitting conductive material to increase the aperture ratio of the touch panel. In addition, the wiring 594 is preferably formed using a material having a higher conductivity than the electrode 591 and the electrode 592.

[0242] One electrode 592 extends in one direction, and a plurality of electrodes 592 are arranged in a stripe shape.

[0243] The wiring 594 intersects the electrode 592 .

[0244] Adjacent electrodes 591 are provided with one electrode 592 interposed therebetween, and are electrically connected by a wiring 594 .

[0245] The plurality of electrodes 591 are not necessarily orthogonal to the single electrode 592 , and may be arranged to intersect the single electrode 592 at an angle smaller than 90°.

[0246] One wiring 598 is electrically connected to the electrode 591 or the electrode 592. A portion of the wiring 598 is used as a terminal. The wiring 598 can be made of, for example, a metal material such as aluminum, gold, platinum, silver, nickel, titanium, tungsten, chromium, molybdenum, iron, cobalt, copper, or palladium, or an alloy material containing the above metal materials.

[0247] By providing an insulating layer that covers the insulating layer 593 and the wiring 594, the touch sensor 595 can be protected.

[0248] In addition, the connection layer 599 electrically connects the wiring 598 and the FPC 509 (2).

[0249] The connection layer 599 can be made of a known anisotropic conductive film (ACF: Anisotropic Conductive Film) or anisotropic conductive paste (ACP: Anisotropic Conductive Paste) or the like.

[0250] The adhesive layer 597 has light-transmitting properties and can be made of, for example, a thermosetting resin or an ultraviolet curing resin, and more specifically, a resin such as an acrylic resin, a urethane resin, an epoxy resin, or a resin having a siloxane bond can be used.

[0251] <Display>

[0252] The touch panel 500 includes a plurality of pixels arranged in a matrix, and each pixel includes a display element and a pixel circuit for driving the display element.

[0253] In this embodiment, a case where an organic electroluminescent element that emits white light is used as a display element is described; however, the display element is not limited to this.

[0254] For example, as a display element, in addition to an organic electroluminescent element, various display elements such as a display element that displays using an electrophoretic method or an electronic powder fluid method (also called an electronic ink), a shutter method MEMS display element, and an optical interference method MEMS display element can be used as a display element. In addition, a structure suitable for a display element can be selected from known pixel circuits and used.

[0255] The substrate 510 is a laminated body including a substrate 510 b having flexibility, a barrier film 510 a for preventing unintended impurities from diffusing toward the light emitting element, and an adhesive layer 510 c for attaching the substrate 510 b and the barrier film 510 a .

[0256] The substrate 570 is a laminated body including a substrate 570b having flexibility, a barrier film 570a for preventing unintended impurities from diffusing toward the light emitting element, and an adhesive layer 570c for attaching the substrate 570b to the barrier film 570a.

[0257] The sealant 560 attaches the substrate 570 to the substrate 510. The sealant 560 has a higher refractive index than air and also serves as an optical adhesive layer. The pixel circuit and the light emitting element (eg, the first light emitting element 550R) are provided between the substrate 510 and the substrate 570.

[0258] The Structure of Pixels

[0259] The pixel includes a sub-pixel 502R, and the sub-pixel 502R includes a light emitting module 580R.

[0260] The sub-pixel 502R includes a first light-emitting element 550R and a pixel circuit including a transistor 502t capable of supplying power to the first light-emitting element 550R. In addition, the light-emitting module 580R includes the first light-emitting element 550R and an optical element (for example, a first coloring layer 567R).

[0261] The first light-emitting element 550R includes a lower electrode, an upper electrode, and a layer containing a light-emitting organic compound between the lower electrode and the upper electrode.

[0262] The light emitting module 580R includes a first coloring layer 567R on a substrate 570. The coloring layer transmits light having a specific wavelength, for example, selectively transmits light exhibiting red, green or blue, etc. Alternatively, a region may be provided through which light emitted from a light emitting element directly transmits.

[0263] The light emitting module 580R includes, for example, a sealant 560 in contact with the first light emitting element 550R and the first coloring layer 567R.

[0264] The first coloring layer 567R is located in a region overlapping with the first light emitting element 550R. Therefore, part of the light emitted from the first light emitting element 550R passes through the sealant 560 also serving as an optical adhesive layer and the first coloring layer 567R, and is directed toward the first light emitting element 550R. Fig.10 The light is emitted in the direction indicated by the middle arrow to the outside of the light emitting module 580R.

[0265] 《Structure of the display unit》

[0266] The display portion 501 includes a light-shielding layer 567BM over a substrate 570. The light-shielding layer 567BM is provided so as to surround a coloring layer (for example, the first coloring layer 567R).

[0267] The display portion 501 includes an antireflection layer 567p in a region overlapping with the pixels. As the antireflection layer 567p, for example, a circular polarizing plate can be used.

[0268] The display unit 501 includes an insulating film 521 that covers the transistor 502t. In addition, the insulating film 521 can be used as a layer for flattening the unevenness generated by the pixel circuit. In addition, an insulating film that is stacked with a layer that can suppress the diffusion of impurities into the transistor 502t and the like can be used as the insulating film 521.

[0269] The display portion 501 includes a light-emitting element (eg, a first light-emitting element 550R) over the insulating film 521 .

[0270] The display portion 501 includes a partition wall 528 that overlaps with an end portion of the first lower electrode over the insulating film 521. In addition, a spacer that controls the distance between the substrate 510 and the substrate 570 is provided over the partition wall 528.

[0271] 《Structure of image signal line drive circuit》

[0272] The image signal line driver circuit 503s(1) includes a transistor 503t and a capacitor 503c. The image signal line driver circuit 503s(1) can be formed on the same substrate as the pixel circuit by the same process as the pixel circuit.

[0273] Other structures

[0274] The display portion 501 includes a wiring 511 capable of supplying a signal, and the wiring 511 is provided with a terminal 519. In addition, the terminal 519 is electrically connected to an FPC 509 (1) capable of supplying a signal such as an image signal or a synchronization signal.

[0275] In addition, a printed wiring board (PWB) can also be mounted on FPC509 (1).

[0276] This embodiment mode can be appropriately combined with any other embodiment mode described in this specification.

[0277] Description of Reference Numerals

[0278] 100: data processing device; 110: operation unit; 111: operation unit; 112: storage unit; 114: transmission channel; 115: input / output interface; 120: input / output unit; 121: input unit; 121B: control button; 121C: camera; 121K: keyboard; 122: display unit; 123: sensing unit; 123L: sensor; 123R: sensor; 123U: sensor; 125: communication unit; 129: mark; 200: data processing device; 211: connection part; 212: connection part; 222: display unit; 300: input / output unit; 301: display unit; 302: pixel; 302B: sub-pixel; 302G: sub-pixel; 302R: sub-pixel; 302t: transistor; 303c: capacitor; 303g(1): scanning line driving circuit; 303g(2): imaging pixel driving circuit; 303s(1): image signal line driving circuit; 303s(2): imaging signal line driving circuit; 303t: transistor; 308: imaging pixel; 308p: photoelectric conversion element; 308t: transistor; 309: FPC; 310: substrate; 310a: barrier film; 310b: substrate; 310c: adhesive layer; 311: wiring; 319: terminal; 321: insulating film; 328: partition wall; 329: spacer; 350R: light-emitting element; 351 R: lower electrode; 352: upper electrode; 353: layer; 353a: light-emitting unit; 353b: light-emitting unit; 354: intermediate layer; 360: sealant; 367BM: light-shielding layer; 367p: anti-reflection layer; 367R: coloring layer; 370: opposing substrate; 370a: barrier film; 370b: substrate; 370c: adhesive layer; 380B: light-emitting module; 380G: light-emitting module; 380R: light-emitting module; 500: touch panel; 501: display unit; 502R: sub-pixel; 502t: transistor; 503c: capacitor; 503s: image signal line driving circuit; 503t: transistor; 509: FPC; 510: substrate; 510a: blocking film; 510b: substrate; 510c: adhesive layer; 511: wiring; 519: terminal; 521: insulating film; 528: partition wall; 550R: light-emitting element; 560: sealant; 567BM: light-shielding layer; 567p: anti-reflection layer; 567R: coloring layer; 570: substrate; 570a: blocking film; 570b: substrate; 570c: adhesive layer; 580R: light-emitting module; 590: substrate; 591: electrode; 592: electrode; 593: insulating layer; 594: wiring; 595: touch sensor; 597: adhesive layer; 598: wiring; 599: connecting layer; C: connecting shell; L: first shell; R: second shell.

[0279] This application is based on Japanese Patent Application No. 2013-138895 filed with Japan Patent Office on Jul. 2, 2013, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.

Claims

1. An information processing device comprising a display unit, The display unit has a first area, a second area and a third area. The display unit includes light-emitting elements in the first region to the third region. When the display unit is folded inward, the display of a portion of the display unit that includes the second region and is not visually recognized by the user is stopped. The display unit includes: A first substrate having flexibility; a first adhesive layer over the first substrate; a transistor above the first adhesive layer; an insulating layer above the transistor; a lower electrode of the light emitting element above the insulating layer; a partition wall having a region overlapping with an end portion of the lower electrode; a layer containing a light-emitting organic compound and overlapping with the lower electrode in a region where the partition wall is not provided; an upper electrode of the light-emitting element above the layer containing the light-emitting organic compound; a colored layer above the upper electrode; a second adhesive layer above the colored layer; as well as A second flexible substrate is disposed above the second adhesive layer. A photodiode is provided in a layer below the light emitting element and is arranged so as not to overlap with the light emitting element. Part of the light incident from above the second substrate enters the photodiode without passing through the colored layer and the partition wall.

2. An information processing device comprising a display unit, The display unit has a first area, a second area and a third area. The display unit includes light-emitting elements in the first region to the third region. When the display unit is folded inward, the display of a portion of the display unit that includes the second region and is not visually recognized by the user is stopped. The display unit includes: A first substrate having flexibility; a first adhesive layer over the first substrate; a transistor above the first adhesive layer; an insulating layer above the transistor; a lower electrode of the light emitting element above the insulating layer; a partition wall having a region overlapping with an end portion of the lower electrode; a layer containing a light-emitting organic compound and overlapping with the lower electrode in a region where the partition wall is not provided; an upper electrode of the light-emitting element above the layer containing the light-emitting organic compound; a colored layer above the upper electrode; a second adhesive layer on the colored layer; as well as A second flexible substrate is disposed above the second adhesive layer. A photodiode is provided in a layer below the light emitting element and is arranged so as not to overlap with the light emitting element. One of the source and the drain of the transistor is electrically connected to the lower electrode of the light emitting element via a conductive layer. Part of the light incident from above the second substrate enters the photodiode without passing through the colored layer and the partition wall.

3. An information processing device comprising a display unit, The display unit has a first area, a second area and a third area. The display unit includes light-emitting elements in the first region to the third region. When the display unit is folded inward, the display of a portion of the display unit that includes the second region and is not visually recognized by the user is stopped. The display unit includes: A first substrate having flexibility; a first adhesive layer over the first substrate; a transistor above the first adhesive layer; an insulating layer above the transistor; a lower electrode of the light emitting element above the insulating layer; a partition wall having a region overlapping with an end portion of the lower electrode; a layer containing a light-emitting organic compound and overlapping with the lower electrode in a region where the partition wall is not provided; an upper electrode of the light-emitting element above the layer containing the light-emitting organic compound; a colored layer above the upper electrode; a second adhesive layer on the colored layer; as well as A second flexible substrate is disposed above the second adhesive layer. A photodiode is provided in a layer below the light emitting element so as not to overlap with the light emitting element and so as not to overlap with a channel formation region of the transistor, The light from the light emitting element is emitted to the upper side of the second substrate via the coloring layer. A part of the light incident from above the second substrate is incident on the photodiode without passing through the colored layer and the partition wall, One of the source and the drain of the transistor is electrically connected to the lower electrode of the light emitting element via a conductive layer. A channel formation region of the transistor has a region overlapping with a lower electrode of the light emitting element.

4. An information processing device comprising a display unit, The display unit has a first area, a second area and a third area. The display unit includes light-emitting elements in the first region to the third region. When the display unit is folded inward, the display of a portion of the display unit that includes the second region and is not visually recognized by the user is stopped. The display unit includes: A first substrate having flexibility; a first adhesive layer over the first substrate; a transistor above the first adhesive layer; an insulating layer above the transistor; a lower electrode of the light emitting element above the insulating layer; a partition wall having a region overlapping with an end portion of the lower electrode; a layer containing a light-emitting organic compound and overlapping with the lower electrode in a region where the partition wall is not provided; an upper electrode of the light-emitting element above the layer containing the light-emitting organic compound; a colored layer above the upper electrode; a second adhesive layer on the colored layer; as well as A second flexible substrate is disposed above the second adhesive layer. A photodiode is provided in a layer below the light emitting element so as not to overlap with the light emitting element and so as not to overlap with a channel formation region of the transistor, The light from the light emitting element is emitted to the upper side of the second substrate via the coloring layer. A part of the light incident from above the second substrate is incident on the photodiode without passing through the colored layer and the partition wall, One of the source and the drain of the transistor is electrically connected to the lower electrode of the light emitting element via a conductive layer. The display unit is provided with a scanning line driving circuit for supplying a selection signal, A channel formation region of the transistor has a region overlapping with a lower electrode of the light emitting element.

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