Display having curved shape and electronic device comprising same

Abstract

A display is provided. According to an embodiment, the display comprises: a first display unit; a second display unit; a plurality of pixels which are disposed in the first display unit and the second display unit and spaced apart from each other; and a plurality of connection parts which connect the plurality of pixels to each other, wherein: the plurality of pixels comprise a first pixel and a second pixel each of which has a first size, and a third pixel and a fourth pixel each of which has a second size smaller than the first size; and the plurality of connection parts comprise at least one first connection part which has a first length and connects the first pixel and the second pixel to each other, and a plurality of second connection parts which have a second length greater than the first length, the number of which is greater than the number of the at least one first connection part, and which connect the third pixel and the fourth pixel to each other.

Description

Display having a curved shape and electronic device including the same

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a display having a curved shape and an electronic device including the same.

[0002] Electronic devices may include displays to provide visual information to users. As form factors of electronic devices diversify, displays may take on various shapes. For example, displays may be positioned on electronic devices in a curved shape.

[0003] A display is provided. In one embodiment, the display may include a first display part. In one embodiment, the display may include a second display part having a curved shape with a greater curvature than the first display part. In one embodiment, the display may include a plurality of pixels configured to emit light, and disposed within the first display part and the second display part, and spaced apart from each other. In one embodiment, the display may include a plurality of connecting portions connecting the plurality of pixels. In one embodiment, the plurality of pixels may include a first pixel and a second pixel disposed within the first display part, each having a first size. In one embodiment, the plurality of pixels may include a third pixel and a fourth pixel disposed within the second display part, each having a second size smaller than the first size. In one embodiment, the plurality of connecting portions may include at least one first connecting portion having a first length and connecting the first pixel and the second pixel. According to one embodiment, the second connectors may include a plurality of second connectors connecting the third pixel and the fourth pixel, the second connectors having a second length longer than the first length and a number greater than the number of the at least one first connector.

[0004] An electronic device is provided. According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a frame. According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a display disposed on the frame. According to one embodiment, the display may include a first display part. According to one embodiment, the display may include a second display part having a curved shape with a greater curvature than the first display part. According to one embodiment, the display may include a plurality of pixels, each pixel configured to emit light, disposed within the first display part and the second display part, and spaced apart from each other. According to one embodiment, the display may include a plurality of connecting portions having a curved shape and connecting the plurality of pixels. According to one embodiment, the plurality of pixels may include a first pixel and a second pixel disposed within the first display part, each pixel having a first size. According to one embodiment, the plurality of pixels may include a third pixel and a fourth pixel disposed within the second display part, each pixel having a second size smaller than the first size. In one embodiment, the plurality of connecting portions may include at least one first connecting portion having a first length and connecting the first pixel and the second pixel. In one embodiment, the plurality of connecting portions may include a plurality of second connecting portions having a second length longer than the first length and connecting the third pixel and the fourth pixel.

[0005] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to various embodiments.

[0006] FIG. 2A is a perspective view of an exemplary electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0007] FIG. 2b is a perspective view of an exemplary electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0008] FIG. 3 is an exploded perspective view of an exemplary electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0009] FIG. 4A is a perspective view illustrating an example of a display arranged on an exemplary electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0010] FIG. 4b is a cross-sectional view illustrating an exemplary display according to one embodiment, taken along line A-A' of FIG. 4a.

[0011] FIG. 5A is an enlarged top view of a portion of an exemplary display according to one embodiment.

[0012] FIG. 5b is an enlarged view of an exemplary first pixel and a third pixel according to one embodiment.

[0013] FIG. 6 illustrates an exemplary electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0014] FIG. 7A illustrates an exemplary electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0015] FIG. 7B is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example electronic device according to one embodiment, taken along line B-B' of FIG. 7A.

[0016] FIG. 8A illustrates an example of an unfolded state of an electronic device, according to one embodiment.

[0017] FIG. 8b illustrates an example of a fully folded state of an electronic device, according to one embodiment.

[0018] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device (101) within a network environment (100), according to one embodiment.

[0019] Referring to FIG. 1, in a network environment (100), an electronic device (101) may communicate with an electronic device (102) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or may communicate with at least one of an electronic device (104) or a server (108) via a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (104) via the server (108). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a processor (120), a memory (130), an input module (150), an audio output module (155), a display module (160), an audio module (170), a sensor module (176), an interface (177), a connection terminal (178), a haptic module (179), a camera module (180), a power management module (188), a battery (189), a communication module (190), a subscriber identification module (196), or an antenna module (197). In some embodiments, the electronic device (101) may omit at least one of these components (e.g., the connection terminal (178)), or may have one or more other components added. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., the sensor module (176), the camera module (180), or the antenna module (197)) may be integrated into one component (e.g., the display module (160)).

[0020] The processor (120) may, for example, execute software (e.g., a program (140)) to control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (101) connected to the processor (120) and perform various data processing or operations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or operations, the processor (120) may store commands or data received from other components (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) in a volatile memory (132), process the commands or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store result data in a non-volatile memory (134). According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or an auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor) that can operate independently or together with the main processor (121). For example, when the electronic device (101) includes the main processor (121) and the auxiliary processor (123), the auxiliary processor (123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a given function. The auxiliary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as a part thereof.

[0021] The auxiliary processor (123) may control at least a portion of functions or states associated with at least one component (e.g., a display module (160), a sensor module (176), or a communication module (190)) of the electronic device (101), for example, on behalf of the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or together with the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., an image signal processor or a communication processor) may be implemented as a part of another functionally related component (e.g., a camera module (180) or a communication module (190)). In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. The artificial intelligence models may be generated through machine learning. This learning can be performed, for example, on the electronic device (101) itself where the artificial intelligence model is executed, or can be performed through a separate server (e.g., server (108)). The learning algorithm can include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but is not limited to the examples described above. The artificial intelligence model can include multiple artificial neural network layers.The artificial neural network may be one of a deep neural network (DNN), a convolutional neural network (CNN), a recurrent neural network (RNN), a restricted Boltzmann machine (RBM), a deep belief network (DBN), a bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), a deep Q-network, or a combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to, or alternatively to, a hardware structure, an artificial intelligence model may include a software structure.

[0022] The memory (130) can store various data used by at least one component (e.g., processor (120) or sensor module (176)) of the electronic device (101). The data can include, for example, software (e.g., program (140)) and input data or output data for commands related thereto. The memory (130) can include volatile memory (132) or non-volatile memory (134).

[0023] The program (140) may be stored as software in the memory (130) and may include, for example, an operating system (142), middleware (144), or an application (146).

[0024] The input module (150) can receive commands or data to be used in a component of the electronic device (101) (e.g., a processor (120)) from an external source (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The input module (150) can include, for example, a microphone, a mouse, a keyboard, a key (e.g., a button), or a digital pen (e.g., a stylus pen).

[0025] The audio output module (155) can output audio signals to the outside of the electronic device (101). The audio output module (155) can include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes, such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver can be used to receive incoming calls. In one embodiment, the receiver can be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of the speaker.

[0026] The display module (160) can visually provide information to an external party (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The display module (160) may include, for example, a display, a holographic device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling the device. According to one embodiment, the display module (160) may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of a force generated by the touch.

[0027] The audio module (170) can convert sound into an electrical signal, or vice versa, convert an electrical signal into sound. According to one embodiment, the audio module (170) can acquire sound through the input module (150), output sound through the sound output module (155), or an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)) (e.g., speaker or headphone) directly or wirelessly connected to the electronic device (101).

[0028] The sensor module (176) can detect the operating status (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device (101) or the external environmental status (e.g., user status) and generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected status. According to one embodiment, the sensor module (176) can include, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

[0029] The interface (177) may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly or wirelessly connect the electronic device (101) with an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (102)). In one embodiment, the interface (177) may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

[0030] The connection terminal (178) may include a connector through which the electronic device (101) may be physically connected to an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)). According to one embodiment, the connection terminal (178) may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0031] The haptic module (179) can convert electrical signals into mechanical stimuli (e.g., vibration or movement) or electrical stimuli that a user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic sensations. According to one embodiment, the haptic module (179) can include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

[0032] The camera module (180) can capture still images and videos. According to one embodiment, the camera module (180) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

[0033] The power management module (188) can manage power supplied to the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, the power management module (188) can be implemented as, for example, at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0034] A battery (189) may power at least one component of the electronic device (101). In one embodiment, the battery (189) may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

[0035] The communication module (190) may support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102), electronic device (104), or server (108)), and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (190) may operate independently from the processor (120) (e.g., application processor) and may include one or more communication processors that support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module (190) may include a wireless communication module (192) (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module (194) (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module, or a power line communication module). Among these communication modules, the corresponding communication module can communicate with an external electronic device (104) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range communication network such as a legacy cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or WAN)). These various types of communication modules can be integrated into a single component (e.g., a single chip) or implemented as multiple separate components (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module (192) can verify or authenticate the electronic device (101) within a communication network such as the first network (198) or the second network (199) by using subscriber information (e.g., an international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (196).

[0036] The wireless communication module (192) can support 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies following the 4G network, such as NR access technology (new radio access technology). The NR access technology can support high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (eMBB (enhanced mobile broadband)), minimization of terminal power and connection of multiple terminals (mMTC (massive machine type communications)), or high reliability and low latency (URLLC (ultra-reliable and low-latency communications)). The wireless communication module (192) can support, for example, a high-frequency band (e.g., mmWave band) to achieve a high data transmission rate. The wireless communication module (192) can support various technologies for securing performance in a high-frequency band, such as beamforming, massive multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO), full dimensional MIMO (FD-MIMO), array antenna, analog beam-forming, or large scale antenna. The wireless communication module (192) can support various requirements specified in the electronic device (101), an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (104)), or a network system (e.g., the second network (199)). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module (192) can support a peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for eMBB realization, a loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for mMTC realization, or a U-plane latency (e.g., 0.5 ms or less for downlink (DL) and uplink (UL), or 1 ms or less for round trip) for URLLC realization.

[0037] The antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external device (e.g., an external electronic device). In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include an antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network, such as the first network (198) or the second network (199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas, for example, by the communication module (190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and an external electronic device via the at least one selected antenna. In some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (197).

[0038] According to various embodiments, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. In one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent a first side (e.g., a bottom side) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high-frequency band (e.g., a mmWave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna) disposed on or adjacent a second side (e.g., a top side or a side side) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high-frequency band.

[0039] At least some of the above components can be interconnected and exchange signals (e.g., commands or data) with each other via a communication method between peripheral devices (e.g., a bus, GPIO (general purpose input and output), SPI (serial peripheral interface), or MIPI (mobile industry processor interface)).

[0040] According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (104) via a server (108) connected to a second network (199). Each of the external electronic devices (102 or 104) may be the same or a different type of device as the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations executed in the electronic device (101) may be executed in one or more of the external electronic devices (102, 104, or 108). For example, when the electronic device (101) is to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device (101) may, instead of or in addition to executing the function or service itself, request one or more external electronic devices to perform the function or at least a part of the service. One or more external electronic devices that receive the request may execute at least a portion of the requested function or service, or an additional function or service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device (101). The electronic device (101) may process the result as is or additionally and provide it as at least a portion of a response to the request. For this purpose, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology may be used, for example. The electronic device (101) may provide an ultra-low latency service by using distributed computing or mobile edge computing, for example. In another embodiment, the external electronic device (104) may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server (108) may be an intelligent server utilizing machine learning and / or a neural network. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) or the server (108) may be included in the second network (199).The electronic device (101) can be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

[0041] FIGS. 2A and 2B are perspective views of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0042] Referring to FIGS. 2A and 2B , an electronic device (200) according to one embodiment (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1 ) may include a housing (210) including a first side (or front side) (210A), a second side (or back side) (210B), and a side surface (210C) surrounding a space between at least a portion of the first side (210A) and the second side (210B), and a fastening member (250, 260) connected to at least a portion of the housing (210) and configured to releasably fasten the electronic device (200) to a portion of a user's body (e.g., a wrist, an ankle, a head, a neck, an arm, a waist, and / or a leg). In one embodiment (not shown), the housing may also refer to a structure forming a portion of the first side (210A), the second side (210B), and the side surface (210C) of FIG. 2A . In one embodiment, the first side (210A) may be formed by a front plate (201) that is at least partially substantially transparent (e.g., a glass plate or a polymer plate comprising various coating layers). The second side (210B) may be formed by a substantially opaque back plate (207). The back plate (207) may be formed by, for example, coated or colored glass, ceramic, polymer, metal (e.g., aluminum, stainless steel (STS), or magnesium), or a combination of at least two of the foregoing materials. The side surface (210C) may be formed by a side bezel structure (or “side member”) (206) that is coupled to the front plate (201) and the back plate (207) and comprises a metal and / or a polymer. In some embodiments, the back plate (207) and the side bezel structure (206) may be formed integrally and comprise the same material (e.g., a metal material such as aluminum). The above-mentioned bonding member (250, 260) can be formed of various materials and shapes.The above-mentioned bonding member (250, 260) may be formed of a woven material, leather, rubber, urethane, metal, ceramic, or a combination of at least two of the above-mentioned materials.

[0043] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include at least one of a display (220, see FIG. 3), an audio module (205, 208), a sensor module (211), a key input device (202, 203, 204), and a connector hole (209). In some embodiments, the electronic device (200) may omit at least one of the components (e.g., the key input device (202, 203, 204), the connector hole (209), or the sensor module (211)) or may additionally include other components.

[0044] The display (220) may be exposed, for example, through a significant portion of the front plate (201). The shape of the display (220) may correspond to the shape of the front plate (201), and may be in various shapes such as circular, oval, or polygonal. The display (220) may be combined with or disposed adjacent to a touch detection circuit, a pressure sensor capable of measuring the intensity (pressure) of a touch, and / or a fingerprint sensor.

[0045] The audio module (205, 208) may include a microphone hole (205) and a speaker hole (208). A microphone for acquiring external sound may be placed inside the microphone hole (205), and in some embodiments, multiple microphones may be placed to detect the direction of sound. The speaker hole (208) may be used as an external speaker and a receiver for calls. In some embodiments, the speaker hole (208) and the microphone hole (205) may be implemented as a single hole, or a speaker may be included without the speaker hole (208) (e.g., a piezo speaker).

[0046] The sensor module (211) can generate an electric signal or data value corresponding to an internal operating state of the electronic device (200) or an external environmental state. The sensor module (211) can include, for example, a biometric sensor module (211) (e.g., an HRM sensor) disposed on the second surface (210B) of the housing (210). The electronic device (200) can further include at least one of a sensor module not shown, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

[0047] The sensor module (211) may include electrode areas (213, 214) forming a portion of the surface of the electronic device (200) and a biosignal detection circuit (not shown) electrically connected to the electrode areas (213, 214). For example, the electrode areas (213, 214) may include a first electrode area (213) and a second electrode area (214) arranged on a second surface (210B) of the housing (210). The sensor module (211) may be configured such that the electrode areas (213, 214) obtain an electrical signal from a portion of the user's body, and the biosignal detection circuit detects the user's bioinformation based on the electrical signal.

[0048] The key input devices (202, 203, 204) may include a wheel key (202) disposed on a first side (210A) of the housing (210) and rotatable in at least one direction, and / or a side key button (203, 204) disposed on a side surface (210C) of the housing (210). The wheel key may have a shape corresponding to the shape of the front plate (201). In one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may not include some or all of the above-mentioned key input devices (202, 203, 204), and the key input devices (202, 203, 204) that are not included may be implemented in another form, such as a soft key, on the display (220). The connector hole (209) may include another connector hole (not shown) that may accommodate a connector (e.g., a USB connector) for transmitting and receiving power and / or data with an external electronic device, and may accommodate a connector for transmitting and receiving audio signals with the external electronic device. The electronic device (200) may further include, for example, a connector cover (not shown) that covers at least a portion of the connector hole (209) and blocks (or reduces) the inflow of external foreign substances into the connector hole.

[0049] The fastening member (250, 260) can be detachably fastened to at least a portion of the housing (210) using a locking member (251, 261). The fastening member (250, 260) can include one or more of a fixing member (252), a fixing member fastening hole (253), a band guide member (254), and a band fastening ring (255).

[0050] The fixing member (252) can be configured to fix the housing (210) and the fastening members (250, 260) to a part of the user's body (e.g., wrist, ankle, head, neck, arm, waist, and / or leg). The fastening member fastening hole (253) can fix the housing (210) and the fastening members (250, 260) to a part of the user's body in response to the fastening member (252). The band guide member (254) can be configured to limit the range of motion of the fastening member (252) when the fastening member (252) is fastened to the fastening member fastening hole (253), thereby allowing the fastening members (250, 260) to be fastened in close contact with a part of the user's body. The band fixing ring (255) can limit the range of motion of the fastening members (250, 260) when the fastening member (252) and the fastening member fastening hole (253) are fastened.

[0051] Figure 3 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0052] Referring to FIG. 3, an electronic device (300) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, the electronic device (200) of FIG. 2A and / or FIG. 2B) may include a side bezel structure (310), a wheel key (320), a front plate (201), a display (220), a first antenna (350), a second antenna (355), a support member (360) (e.g., a bracket), a battery (370), a printed circuit board (380), a sealing member (390), a rear plate (393), and fastening members (395, 397). At least one of the components of the electronic device (300) may be the same as or similar to at least one of the components of the electronic device (200) of FIG. 1, FIG. 2A and / or FIG. 2B, and any overlapping descriptions will be omitted below. The support member (360) may be disposed inside the electronic device (300) and connected to the side bezel structure (310), or may be formed integrally with the side bezel structure (310). The support member (360) may be formed of, for example, a metallic material and / or a non-metallic (e.g., polymer) material. The display (220) may be coupled to one surface of the support member (360), and a printed circuit board (380) may be coupled to the other surface of the support member (360). A processor, a memory, and / or an interface may be mounted on the printed circuit board (380). The processor may include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a GPU (graphics processing unit), an application processor sensor processor, or a communication processor.

[0053] The memory may include, for example, volatile memory or non-volatile memory. The interface may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, and / or an audio interface. The interface may electrically or physically connect the electronic device (300) to an external electronic device, for example, and may include a USB connector, an SD card / MMC connector, or an audio connector.

[0054] The battery (370) is a device for supplying power to at least one component of the electronic device (300), and may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell. At least a portion of the battery (370) may be disposed substantially on the same plane as, for example, the printed circuit board (380). The battery (370) may be disposed integrally within the electronic device (200), or may be disposed detachably from the electronic device (200).

[0055] The first antenna (350) may be disposed between the display (220) and the support member (360). The first antenna (350) may include, for example, a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, and / or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna. The first antenna (350) may, for example, perform short-range communication with an external device, wirelessly transmit and receive power required for charging, and transmit an electromagnetic signal including a short-range communication signal or payment data. In one embodiment, the antenna structure may be formed by at least a portion of the side bezel structure (310) and / or a portion of the support member (360), or a combination thereof. The second antenna (355) may be disposed between the printed circuit board (380) and the rear plate (393). The second antenna (355) may include, for example, a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, and / or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna. The second antenna (355) may, for example, perform short-range communication with an external device, wirelessly transmit and receive power required for charging, and transmit an electromagnetic signal including a short-range communication signal or payment data. In one embodiment, the antenna structure may be formed by a portion or a combination of the side bezel structure (310) and / or the rear plate (393).

[0056] A sealing member (390) may be positioned between the side bezel structure (310) and the rear plate (393). The sealing member (390) may be configured to block (or reduce) the inflow of moisture and foreign substances from the outside into the space surrounded by the side bezel structure (310) and the rear plate (393).

[0057] FIG. 4A is a perspective view showing an example of a display arranged on an exemplary electronic device according to one embodiment, and FIG. 4B is a cross-sectional view showing an example of an exemplary display taken along line A-A' of FIG. 4A according to one embodiment.

[0058] Referring to FIGS. 4A and 4B , according to one embodiment, an electronic device (400) (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIG. 1 , electronic device (200) of FIGS. 2A and 2B , and / or electronic device (300) of FIG. 3 ) may include a frame (410) (e.g., housing (210) of FIG. 2A ), a plurality of straps (420) (e.g., fastening members (250, 260) of FIGS. 2A and 2B ), and / or a display (500).

[0059] According to one embodiment, the frame (410) may form (or define) the overall appearance of the electronic device (400). The frame (410) may support various components of the electronic device (400). For example, the display (500) may be placed (or coupled) on the frame (410). The frame (410) may form (or provide) an internal space in which components of the electronic device (400) may be accommodated (or placed).

[0060] According to one embodiment, the plurality of straps (420) may be in contact with a part of the user's body while the electronic device (400) is worn by the user. The plurality of straps (420) may maintain (or fix) the position of the electronic device (400) with respect to a part of the user's body while the electronic device (400) is worn by the user. The plurality of straps (420) may be coupled to the frame (410). For example, the plurality of straps (420) may be coupled to the frame (410) so as to be movable with respect to the frame (410). For example, the plurality of straps (420) may be coupled to the frame (410) so as to be rotatable (or pivotable) with respect to the frame (410).

[0061] According to one embodiment, the display (500) may be configured to provide visual content. The display (500) may be exposed to the exterior of the electronic device (400) while being disposed on the frame (410). The display (500) may form (or define) a portion of the exterior of the electronic device (400). At least a portion of the display (500) may have a curved shape with a curvature. For example, at least a portion of the display (500) may have a dome shape to provide an aesthetic experience to the user through an exterior having various shapes. According to one embodiment, the display (500) may include a first display unit (510) and a second display unit (520).

[0062] In one embodiment, the first display unit (510) may represent a portion of the display (500). For example, the first display unit (510) may represent a portion of the display (500) configured to display visual content. For example, the first display unit (510) may include a plurality of pixels configured to emit light. The first display unit (510) may be referred to as a main driving unit (or driving region) of the display (500) for providing visual content. For example, the first display unit (510) may include a central portion of the display (500). In one embodiment, the first display unit (510) may be curved to have a curvature. For example, the first display unit (510) may be curved to have different curvatures at different locations of the first display unit (510). In other words, the curvature of the first display unit (510) may vary depending on the location of the first display unit (510). For example, the curvature of the first display unit (510) may have a minimum value at a location adjacent to the center of the display (500) and a maximum value at a location adjacent to the second display unit (520), but is not limited thereto.

[0063] In one embodiment, the second display unit (520) may represent another portion of the display (500). For example, the second display unit (520) may represent another portion of the display (500) configured to display visual content. For example, the second display unit (520) may include a plurality of pixels configured to emit light. The second display unit (520) may be referred to as a sub-drive unit (or drive area) of the display (500) for providing visual content. For example, the second display unit (520) may include an edge of the display (500) that surrounds the center of the display (500). The second display unit (520) may be connected to the first display unit (510). For example, the second display unit (520) may surround the first display unit (510). For example, the second display unit (520) may be arranged (or extended) along the edge of the first display unit (510).

[0064] According to one embodiment, the second display unit (520) may be curved to have a curvature. For example, the second display unit (520) may be curved to have different curvatures at different locations of the second display unit (520). In other words, the curvature of the second display unit (520) may vary depending on the location of the second display unit (520). For example, the curvature of the second display unit (520) may have a minimum value at a location adjacent to the first display unit (510) and a maximum value at a location adjacent to the frame (410) (or the plurality of straps (420)), but is not limited thereto. According to one embodiment, the curvature of the second display unit (520) may be greater than the curvature of the first display unit (510). For example, the curvature of each location within the second display unit (520) may be greater than the curvature of each location within the first display unit (510). Since the curvature of the second display unit (520) is greater than the curvature of the first display unit (510), the elongation of the second display unit (520) may be greater than the elongation of the first display unit (510). The elongation of one component may indicate the degree of deformation of one component due to stress generated as one component is bent. For example, the elongation of one component may be expressed as the ratio of the radius of curvature at one position of one component to the thickness of one component. The elongation of the first display unit (510) may be expressed by the first radius of curvature (r1) at the first position (p1) of the first display unit (510) and the thickness (t) of the first display unit (510). The elongation of the second display unit (520) may be expressed by the second radius of curvature (r2) at the second position (p2) of the second display unit (520) and the thickness (t) of the second display unit (520). Since the curvature of the second display unit (520) is greater than that of the first display unit (510), the elongation of the second display unit (520) may be greater than that of the first display unit (510).For example, as electronic devices (400) having various shapes are manufactured, the first display unit (510) and / or the second display unit (520) may be bent so that the display (500) has a curvature. Since the higher the elongation, the higher the possibility of damage due to stress, a structure for reducing damage to the second display unit (520) may be required. Hereinafter, a structure of the display (500) for reducing damage to the second display unit (520) will be described.

[0065] FIG. 5A is an enlarged top view of a portion of an exemplary display according to one embodiment, and FIG. 5B is an enlarged view of an exemplary first pixel and a third pixel according to one embodiment.

[0066] Referring to FIGS. 5A and 5B , according to one embodiment, the display (500) may further include a plurality of pixels (530), a plurality of pixel portions (540), and / or a plurality of connecting portions (550).

[0067] In one embodiment, a plurality of pixels (530) may be configured to emit light so that the display (500) can provide visual content. The plurality of pixels (530) may be arranged within the first display unit (510) and the second display unit (520). The plurality of pixels (530) may be included in the first display unit (510) and the second display unit (520). The plurality of pixels (530) may be spaced apart from each other. In one embodiment, the plurality of pixels (530) may include a first set of pixels (530-1) and a second set of pixels (530-2).

[0068] According to one embodiment, the first set of pixels (530-1) may be arranged within the first display unit (510). For example, the first set of pixels (530-1) may be spaced apart from each other within the first display unit (510). The first set of pixels (530-1) may have substantially the same size. According to one embodiment, the first set of pixels (530-1) may include a first pixel (531) and a second pixel (532). Each of the first pixel (531) and the second pixel (532) may have a first size (or a first area). For example, the size of each of the first pixel (531) and the second pixel (532) may represent a size when the display (500) is viewed from above. According to one embodiment, each of the pixels (530-1) of the first set may include a plurality of first sub-pixels (531a, 531b, 531c, 531d). For example, each of the first pixel (531) and the second pixel (532) may include a plurality of first sub-pixels (531a, 531b, 531c, 531d). Each of the first pixel (531) and the second pixel (532) may be formed of a plurality of first sub-pixels (531a, 531b, 531c, 531d). The plurality of first sub-pixels (531a, 531b, 531c, 531d) may include, but are not limited to, one sub-pixel for emitting red light, two sub-pixels for emitting green light, and / or one sub-pixel for emitting blue light. For example, the plurality of first sub-pixels (531a, 531b, 531c, 531d) may include one sub-pixel for emitting red light, one sub-pixel for emitting green light, and / or one sub-pixel for emitting blue light.For example, the plurality of first sub-pixels (531a, 531b, 531c, 531d) may include one sub-pixel for emitting red light, one sub-pixel for emitting green light, one sub-pixel for emitting blue light, and / or one sub-pixel for emitting white light. For example, the sizes of each of the plurality of first sub-pixels (531a, 531b, 531c, 531d) may be different from each other, but are not limited thereto. For example, the sizes of each of the plurality of first sub-pixels (531a, 531b, 531c, 531d) may be the same.

[0069] According to one embodiment, the second set of pixels (530-2) may be arranged within the second display unit (520). For example, the second set of pixels (530-2) may be spaced apart from each other within the second display unit (520). The second set of pixels (530-2) may have substantially the same size. According to one embodiment, the second set of pixels (530-2) may include a third pixel (533) and a fourth pixel (534). Each of the third pixel (533) and the fourth pixel (534) may have a second size (or a second area) that is smaller than the first size. For example, the second size may be approximately 0.6 times the first size, but is not limited thereto. For example, the size of each of the third pixel (533) and the fourth pixel (534) may represent a size when the display (500) is viewed from above. According to one embodiment, each of the pixels (530-2) of the second set may include a plurality of second sub-pixels (533a, 533b, 533c, 533d). For example, each of the third pixel (533) and the fourth pixel (534) may include a plurality of second sub-pixels (533a, 533b, 533c, 533d). Each of the third pixel (533) and the fourth pixel (534) may be formed of a plurality of second sub-pixels (533a, 533b, 533c, 533d). The plurality of second sub-pixels (533a, 533b, 533c, 533d) may include, but are not limited to, one sub-pixel for emitting red light, two sub-pixels for emitting green light, and / or one sub-pixel for emitting blue light. For example, the plurality of second sub-pixels (533a, 533b, 533c, 533d) may include one sub-pixel for emitting red light, one sub-pixel for emitting green light, and / or one sub-pixel for emitting blue light.For example, the plurality of second sub-pixels (533a, 533b, 533c, 533d) may include one sub-pixel for emitting red light, one sub-pixel for emitting green light, one sub-pixel for emitting blue light, and / or one sub-pixel for emitting white light. For example, the sizes of each of the plurality of second sub-pixels (533a, 533b, 533c, 533d) may be different from each other, but are not limited thereto. For example, the sizes of each of the plurality of second sub-pixels (533a, 533b, 533c, 533d) may be the same. According to one embodiment, the sizes of the plurality of second sub-pixels (533a, 533b, 533c, 533d) may be smaller than the sizes of the plurality of first sub-pixels (531a, 531b, 531c, 531d). For example, the size of each of the plurality of second sub-pixels (533a, 533b, 533c, 533d) may be smaller than the size of each of the plurality of first sub-pixels (531a, 531b, 531c, 531d), but is not limited thereto.

[0070] According to one embodiment, the distance between the centers of each of the plurality of pixels (530) may be the same. For example, a first distance (d1) between a first pixel (531) and a second pixel (532) may be substantially the same as a second distance (d2) between a third pixel (534) and a fourth pixel (534). The first distance (d1) may represent a straight-line distance between the center of the first pixel (531) and the center of the second pixel (532). The second distance (d2) may represent a straight-line distance between the center of the third pixel (533) and the center of the fourth pixel (534). Since the distance between the centers of each of the plurality of pixels (530) is the same, the PPI of the display (500) may be maintained substantially the same in the first display unit (510) and the second display unit (520).

[0071] According to one embodiment, each of the plurality of pixel portions (540) may support a plurality of pixels (530). For example, each of the plurality of pixel portions (540) may represent a portion (or an area) of the display (500) in which the plurality of pixels (530) are arranged. For example, each of the plurality of pixel portions (540) may include other components (e.g., a thin film transistor (TFT)) within the display (500) for driving the plurality of pixels (530). For example, one pixel of the plurality of pixels (530) may be arranged within each of the plurality of pixel portions (540), but the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, two or more pixels of the plurality of pixels (530) may be arranged within each of the plurality of pixel portions (540). According to one embodiment, each of the plurality of pixel portions (540) may include a first set of pixel portions (540-1) and a second set of pixel portions (540-2).

[0072] According to one embodiment, the first set of pixel portions (540-1) may be arranged within the first display portion (510). For example, the first set of pixel portions (540-1) may be spaced apart from each other within the first display portion (510). The first set of pixel portions (540-1) may have substantially the same size. According to one embodiment, the first set of pixel portions (540-1) may include a first pixel portion (541) and a second pixel portion (542). The first pixel portion (541) may include a first pixel (531). The first pixel (531) may be arranged within the first pixel portion (541). The second pixel portion (542) may include a second pixel (532). The second pixel (532) may be arranged within the second pixel portion (542).

[0073] According to one embodiment, the second set of pixel portions (540-2) may be arranged within the second display portion (520). For example, the second set of pixel portions (540-2) may be spaced apart from each other within the second display portion (520). The second set of pixel portions (540-2) may have substantially the same size. According to one embodiment, the second set of pixel portions (540-2) may include a third pixel portion (543) and a fourth pixel portion (544). The third pixel portion (543) may include a third pixel (533). The third pixel (533) may be arranged within the third pixel portion (543). The fourth pixel portion (544) may include a fourth pixel (534). The fourth pixel (534) may be arranged within the fourth pixel portion (544). According to one embodiment, the size of each of the pixel portions (540-2) of the second set may be smaller than the size of each of the pixel portions (540-1) of the first set. For example, the size of each of the first pixel portion (541) and the second pixel portion (542) may be larger than the size of each of the third pixel portion (543) and the fourth pixel portion (544).

[0074] According to one embodiment, the plurality of connecting portions (550) may electrically connect the plurality of pixels (530). For example, each of the plurality of connecting portions (550) may include a connecting line that electrically connects the plurality of pixels (530). The connecting line may be formed of, for example, a conductive material. For example, the plurality of connecting portions (550) may be connected to the plurality of pixels (530). For example, the plurality of connecting portions (550) may connect the plurality of pixel portions (540) in which the plurality of pixels (530) are respectively arranged. The plurality of connecting portions (550) may be arranged between the plurality of pixels (530). For example, the plurality of connecting portions (550) may be arranged between the plurality of pixel portions (540) in which the plurality of pixels (530) are arranged. According to one embodiment, the plurality of connecting portions (550) may include a first set of connecting portions (550-1) and a second set of connecting portions (550-2).

[0075] According to one embodiment, the first set of connecting portions (550-1) may be arranged within the first display portion (510). The first set of connecting portions (550-1) may connect the first set of pixels (530-1). Each of the first set of connecting portions (550-1) may be arranged between each of the first set of pixels (530-1). The first set of connecting portions (550-1) may connect the first set of pixel portions (540-1). Each of the first set of connecting portions (550-1) may be arranged between each of the first set of pixel portions (540-1). According to one embodiment, the first set of connecting portions (550-1) may have a curved shape. Since the first set of connecting portions (550-1) has a curved shape, the display (500) can be robust against stress generated when the display (500) is bent. For example, the first set of connecting portions (550-1) can be bent to have a curvature. For example, each of the first set of connecting portions (550-1) can have a serpentine shape. According to one embodiment, the first set of connecting portions (550-1) can include at least one first connecting portion (551) connecting a first pixel (531) and a second pixel (532). The at least one first connecting portion (551) can connect the first pixel (531) and the second pixel (532). For example, the at least one first connecting portion (551) can extend from the first pixel (531) to the second pixel (532). For example, at least one first connecting portion (551) can connect a first pixel portion (541) and a second pixel portion (542).

[0076] According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the second set of connecting portions (550-2) may be disposed within the second display portion (520). For example, at least a portion of the second set of connecting portions (550-2) may connect the second set of pixels (530-2). Each of the second set of connecting portions (550-2) may be disposed between each of the second set of pixels (530-2). The second set of connecting portions (550-2) may connect the second set of pixel portions (540-2). Each of the second set of connecting portions (550-2) may be disposed between each of the second set of pixel portions (540-2). For example, a portion of the second set of connecting portions (550-2) may connect the first set of pixels (530-1) and the second set of pixels (530-2). For example, some of the second set of connecting portions (550-2) may be disposed between the first display unit (510) and the second display unit (520). For example, some of the second set of connecting portions (550-2) may connect one pixel of the first set of pixels (530-1) disposed within the first display unit (510) and one pixel of the second set of pixels (530-2) disposed within the second display unit (520). According to one embodiment, the second set of connecting portions (550-2) may have a curved shape. As the second set of connecting portions (550-2) has a curved shape, the display (500) may be robust to stress generated when the display (500) is bent. For example, the second set of connecting portions (550-2) may be bent to have a curvature. For example, each of the second set of connectors (550-2) may have a serpentine shape. According to one embodiment, the second set of connectors (550-2) may include a plurality of second connectors (552) connecting the third pixel (533) and the fourth pixel (534). The plurality of second connectors (552) may connect the third pixel (533) and the fourth pixel (534).For example, the plurality of second connecting portions (552) may extend from the third pixel (533) to the fourth pixel (534). For example, the plurality of second connecting portions (552) may connect the third pixel portion (543) and the fourth pixel portion (544).

[0077] According to one embodiment, the resistance value of the second set of connecting portions (550-2) may be substantially equal to the resistance value of the first set of connecting portions (550-1). For example, the resistance value of at least one first connecting portion (551) may be substantially equal to the sum of the resistance values ​​of each of the plurality of second connecting portions (552). Since the resistance value of at least one first connecting portion (551) is substantially equal to the sum of the resistance values ​​of each of the plurality of second connecting portions (552), control of the plurality of pixels (530) arranged in the first display unit (510) and the second display unit (520) may be facilitated.

[0078] In one embodiment, the length of each of the second set of connecting portions (550-2) may be longer than the length of each of the first set of connecting portions (550-1). For example, the length of at least one first connecting portion (551) may be shorter than the length of each of the plurality of second connecting portions (552). The length of an element may represent a distance in a direction parallel to the extension direction when the element has an elongated shape. For example, the length of at least one first connecting portion (551) may represent a length by which at least one first connecting portion (551) extends while bending between the first pixel (531) and the second pixel (532). In other words, the length of at least one first connecting portion (551) may not represent a straight-line distance between the first pixel (531) and the second pixel (532). For example, the length of each of the plurality of second connecting portions (552) may represent a length by which each of the plurality of second connecting portions (552) bends and extends between the third pixel (533) and the fourth pixel (534). In other words, the length of each of the plurality of second connecting portions (552) may not represent a straight-line distance between the third pixel (533) and the fourth pixel (534). For example, at least one first connecting portion (551) may have a first length (l1), and each of the plurality of second connecting portions (552) may have a second length (l2) that is longer than the first length (l1). For example, the second length (l2) may be 1.5 times the first length (l1), but is not limited thereto. Since the curvature of the second display unit (520) is greater than the curvature of the first display unit (510), the magnitude of the stress applied to each of the plurality of second connecting units (552) arranged within the second display unit (520) may be greater than the magnitude of the stress applied to at least one first connecting unit (551) arranged within the first display unit (510).Since the longer the length, the less likely it is to be damaged by stress, the display (500) according to one embodiment can provide a structure in which the damage to the plurality of second connecting portions (552) can be reduced.

[0079] In one embodiment, the number of the second set of connectors (550-2) may be greater than the number of the first set of connectors (550-1). For example, the number of at least one first connector (551) between the first pixel (531) and the second pixel (532) may be less than the number of the plurality of second connectors (552) between the third pixel (533) and the fourth pixel (534). For example, although the number of the at least one first connector (551) is illustrated as one in FIGS. 5A and 5B , the number of the at least one first connector (551) may be two or more.

[0080] In one embodiment, the size of the cross-sectional area of ​​each of the second set of connecting portions (550-2) may be smaller than the size of the cross-sectional area of ​​each of the first set of connecting portions (550-1). The cross-sectional area of ​​a component may represent a cross-sectional area when the component is cut in a direction perpendicular to the extension direction of the component. For example, the cross-sectional area of ​​at least one first connecting portion (551) between the first pixel (531) and the second pixel (532) may be larger than the cross-sectional area of ​​each of the plurality of second connecting portions (552) between the third pixel (533) and the fourth pixel (534). For example, the cross-sectional area of ​​each of the plurality of second connecting portions (552) between the third pixel (533) and the fourth pixel (534) may be approximately 0.75 times the cross-sectional area of ​​at least one first connecting portion (551) between the first pixel (531) and the second pixel (532). The sum of the cross-sectional areas of each of the second set of connecting portions (550-2) may be greater than the sum of the cross-sectional areas of each of the first set of connecting portions (550-1). For example, the sum of the cross-sectional areas of each of the plurality of second connecting portions (552) between the third pixel (533) and the fourth pixel (534) may be approximately 1.5 times the cross-sectional area of ​​at least one first connecting portion (551) between the first pixel (531) and the second pixel (532). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. The resistance value of a component may be proportional to the length of the component and inversely proportional to the cross-sectional area of ​​the component. In order to reduce stress-induced damage, since the second length (l2) of each of the plurality of second connecting portions (552) is longer than the first length (l1) of at least one first connecting portion (551), the sum of the cross-sectional areas of each of the plurality of second connecting portions (552) may be greater than the sum of the at least one first connecting portion (551). Since the sum of the cross-sectional areas of each of the plurality of second connecting portions (552) is greater than the sum of the at least one first connecting portion (551), the resistance value of the at least one first connecting portion (551) and the resistance value of the plurality of second connecting portions (552) may be substantially the same.

[0081] According to one embodiment, the plurality of connecting portions (550) may include a plurality of third connecting portions (553). The plurality of third connecting portions (553) may connect a second pixel (532) disposed within the first display portion (510) and a third pixel (533) disposed within the second display portion (520). For example, the plurality of third connecting portions (553) may connect a second pixel portion (542) and a third pixel portion (543). The size of the plurality of third connecting portions (553) may be substantially the same as that of the plurality of second connecting portions (552). For example, the length of each of the plurality of third connecting portions (553) may be a second length (l2), which is the length of each of the plurality of second connecting portions (552). For example, the cross-sectional area of ​​each of the plurality of third connecting portions (553) may be substantially the same as the cross-sectional area of ​​each of the plurality of second connecting portions (552).

[0082] Meanwhile, although FIG. 5B illustrates that the first distance (d1) and the second distance (d2) are substantially equal so that the PPI of the display (500) is substantially constant, this is not limited thereto. For example, the first distance (d1) and the second distance (d2) may be different. When the first distance (d1) and the second distance (d2) are different, the PPI within the first display unit (510) may be different from the PPI within the second display unit (520).

[0083] As described above, the display (500) according to one embodiment can provide a structure capable of smoothly displaying visual content to a user while reducing damage to the second display (520), since the cross-sectional area of ​​the plurality of second connecting portions (552) arranged in the second display portion (520) having a relatively large curvature is larger than the cross-sectional area of ​​at least one first connecting portion (551), and the second length (l2) of each of the plurality of second connecting portions (552) is longer than the first length (l1) of at least one first connecting portion (551). Meanwhile, although FIGS. 4A and 4B illustrate that the display (500) according to one embodiment is arranged on an electronic device (400) having a watch shape, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the display (500) according to one embodiment can be arranged on a foldable device and / or a rollable device.

[0084] FIG. 6 illustrates an exemplary electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0085] Referring to FIG. 6, an electronic device (600) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1) may include a display (500), a first housing (610), a second housing (620), at least one camera (640) (e.g., the camera module (180) of FIG. 1), and / or a hinge structure (650).

[0086] According to one embodiment, the first housing (610) and the second housing (620) may form at least a portion of an outer surface of the electronic device (600) that can be gripped by a user. At least a portion of the outer surface of the electronic device (600) defined by the first housing (610) and the second housing (620) may come into contact with a portion of the user's body when the electronic device (600) is used by the user. According to one embodiment, the first housing (610) may include a first side (611), and a second side (612) facing the first side (611) and spaced apart from the first side (611). The second side (612) may be opposite to the first side (611). For example, the direction in which the second side (612) faces may be opposite to the first direction (d1) in which the first side (611) faces.

[0087] In one embodiment, the second housing (620) may include a third face (621), and a fourth face (622) facing the third face (621) and spaced apart from the third face (621). The fourth face (622) may be opposite to the third face (621). For example, the direction in which the fourth face (622) faces may be opposite to the second direction (d2) in which the third face (621) faces. In one embodiment, the second housing (620) may be coupled to the first housing (610) so as to be rotatable with respect to the first housing (610).

[0088] In one embodiment, the display (500) may be disposed on a first side (611) of the first housing (610) and a third side (621) of the second housing (620) across the hinge structure (650). For example, the display (500) may be referred to as a flexible display. In one embodiment, the display (500) may further include a sub-display (630) disposed on a second side (622) of the first housing (610). For example, the sub-display (630) may be exposed to the outside of the electronic device (600) through the second side (622).

[0089] According to one embodiment, the first display portion (510) of the display (500) may be disposed on the first housing (610) and / or the second housing (620). The second display portion (520) of the display (500) may be disposed on the hinge structure (650). The second display portion (520) may be aligned with the hinge structure (650). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the second display portion (520) may be disposed along an edge of the first display portion (510).

[0090] In one embodiment, at least one camera (640) may be configured to acquire an image based on receiving light from a subject external to the electronic device (600). In one embodiment, at least one camera (640) may be disposed within the first housing (610) and at least a portion of the camera may be visible through the second side (612) of the first housing (610).

[0091] According to one embodiment, the hinge structure (650) can rotatably connect the first housing (610) and the second housing (620). The hinge structure (650) can be disposed between the first housing (610) and the second housing (620) of the electronic device (101) so that the electronic device (600) can be folded. The hinge structure (650) can change the electronic device (600) into an unfolding state in which a first direction (d1) toward which a first surface (611) of the first housing (610) faces and a second direction (d2) toward which a third surface (621) of the second housing (620) faces are substantially the same, or into a folding state in which the first surface (611) and the third surface (621) face each other. When the electronic device (600) is in a folded state, the first housing (610) and the second housing (620) may be overlapped or covered by facing each other. According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (600) is in a folded state, the first direction (d1) toward which the first side (611) faces and the second direction (d2) toward which the third side (621) faces may be different from each other. For example, when the electronic device (600) is in a folded state, the direction (d1) toward which the first side (611) faces and the second direction (d2) toward which the third side (621) faces may be opposite to each other. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the state of the electronic device (600) may include an intermediate state in which the first direction (d1) toward which the first side (611) faces and the second direction (d2) toward which the third side (621) faces are inclined with respect to each other. When the first direction (d1) toward which the first surface (611) faces is tilted with respect to the second direction (d2) toward which the third surface (621) faces, the first housing (610) can be tilted with respect to the second housing (620). For example, the intermediate state of the electronic device (600) can be referred to as a flex mode.

[0092] Although FIG. 6 illustrates that the display (500) is not exposed to the outside of the electronic device (600) in the folded state of the electronic device (600), the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the second housing (620) may be rotatable relative to the first housing (610) so that the second side (612) and the fourth side (622) face each other in the folded state of the electronic device (600). For example, the second housing (620) may be rotatable relative to the first housing (610) so that the display (500) is directly exposed to the outside of the electronic device (600) in the folded state of the electronic device (600).

[0093] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (600) may be foldable about a folding axis (f1). The display (500) may be foldable about the folding axis (f1) by movement of the second housing (620) relative to the first housing (610).

[0094] For example, the folding axis (f1) may mean, but is not limited to, an imaginary line extending through the hinge structure (650) in a direction substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the electronic device (600). For example, the folding axis (f1) may be an imaginary line extending in a direction substantially parallel to the longitudinal direction of the electronic device (600). When the folding axis (f1) extends in a direction substantially parallel to the longitudinal direction of the electronic device (600), the hinge structure (650) may extend in a direction parallel to the folding axis (f1) to connect the first housing (610) and the second housing (620).

[0095] FIG. 7A illustrates an exemplary electronic device according to one embodiment, and FIG. 7B is a cross-sectional view taken along line B-B' of FIG. 7A illustrating an exemplary electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0096] Referring to FIGS. 7A and 7B, the electronic device (700) may include a display (500), a first housing (710), and / or a second housing (720).

[0097] In one embodiment, the first housing (710) can accommodate at least a portion of the second housing (720). The first housing (710) can enclose (or surround) at least a portion of the second housing (720).

[0098] In one embodiment, the second housing (720) may be movable relative to the first housing (710). The second housing (720) may be movable linearly relative to the first housing (710). The second housing (720) may be slidable relative to the first housing (710). For example, the second housing (720) may be movable relative to the first housing (710) in a third direction (d3) and / or in a fourth direction (d4) opposite to the third direction (d3). As the second housing (720) moves in the third direction (d3), the second housing (720) may slide outward from the first housing (710). As the second housing (720) moves in the fourth direction (d4), the second housing (720) may slide inward from the first housing (710). The state of the electronic device (700) may be changed by movement of the second housing (720) with respect to the first housing (710). The state of the electronic device (700) may include a slide-in state and / or a slide-out state. Within the slide-in state of the electronic device (700), the second housing (720) may be movable in a third direction (d3) among a third direction (d3) and a fourth direction (d4) with respect to the first housing (710). For example, within the slide-in state of the electronic device (700), the second housing (720) may be movable only in the third direction (d3). Within the slide-out state of the electronic device (700), the second housing (720) may be movable in a fourth direction (d4) among the third direction (d3) and the fourth direction (d4) with respect to the first housing (710). For example, within the slide-out state of the electronic device (700), the second housing (720) may be movable only in the fourth direction (d4).

[0099] According to one embodiment, the display (500) may be disposed on the second housing (720). The display (500) may be movable relative to the first housing (710) by movement of the second housing (720) relative to the first housing (710). For example, the display (500) may be movable from the inside of the first housing (710) to the inside of the first housing (710) by movement of the second housing (720) in the third direction (d3). For example, in a slide-out state of the electronic device (700), the size of the electronic device (700) exposed to the outside of the first housing (710) may be maximum. For example, the display (500) may be movable from the outside of the first housing (710) to the inside of the first housing (710) by movement of the second housing (720) in the fourth direction (d4). For example, the display (500) can be rolled into the interior of the first housing (710) from the outside of the first housing (710) by movement of the second housing (720) in the fourth direction (d4).

[0100] According to one embodiment, the first display unit (510) may be disposed on the second housing (710). The shape of the first display unit (510) may be maintained independently of the movement of the second housing (720) with respect to the first housing (710). The first display unit (510) may not be deformed by the movement of the second housing (720) with respect to the first housing (710). The first display unit (510) may be exposed to the outside of the first housing (710) independently of the movement of the second housing (720) with respect to the first housing (710).

[0101] According to one embodiment, the second display unit (520) may be connected to the first display unit (510). The second display unit (520) may be positioned (or accommodated) inside the first housing (710) and the second housing (720) within the slide-in state of the electronic device (700). At least a portion of the second display unit (520) may be positioned (or exposed) outside the first housing (710) and the second housing (720) within the slide-out state of the electronic device (700).

[0102] According to one embodiment, within the slide-in state of the electronic device (700), the size of the display area of ​​the display (500) that is visible from the outside may be minimum. For example, within the slide-in state of the electronic device (700), only the first display unit (510) may be exposed. The position of the second housing (720) relative to the first housing (710) while the electronic device (700) is in the slide-in state may be referred to as the reduced position. Within the slide-out state of the electronic device (700), the size of the display area of ​​the display (500) that is visible from the outside may be maximum. For example, within the slide-out state of the electronic device (700), at least a portion of the first display unit (510) and the second display unit (520) may be exposed. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, within the slide-out state of the electronic device (700), the second display unit (520) may not be exposed to the outside of the first housing (710). The position of the second housing (720) relative to the first housing (710) while the electronic device (700) is in the slide-out state may be referred to as the extended position.

[0103] FIG. 8A illustrates an example of an unfolded state of an electronic device according to one embodiment. FIG. 8B illustrates an example of a fully folded state of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0104] Referring to FIG. 8A, the electronic device (800) can be unfolded in a first state (801a). The electronic device (800) can include a first housing (810), a second housing (820), and a third housing (830). The first housing (810) can include a first surface (810a). The second housing (820) can include a second surface (820a). The third housing (830) can include a third surface (830a). The first state (801a) can be a state in which the first surface (810a), the second surface (820a), and the third surface (830a) are oriented in substantially the same first direction (e.g., the z-axis direction). The first state (801a) is a state in which the first housing (810), the second housing (820), and the third housing (830) are unfolded, and may be referred to as an unfolded state. Within the first state (801a), the first housing (810), the second housing (820), and the third housing (830) may form a substantially flat surface. For example, the first surface (810a), the second surface (820a), and the third surface (830a) may form a flat surface because the first housing (810), the second housing (820), and the third housing (830) include a substantially flat surface.

[0105] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (800) may include a first hinge structure (802 (802a, 802b)) and a second hinge structure (803 (803a, 803b)). The first hinge structure (802) may include a plurality of first hinge structures (802a, 802b). The second hinge structure (803) may include a plurality of second hinge structures (803a, 803b). The first hinge structures (802a, 802b) may be disposed between a first housing (810) and a second housing (820). The first hinge structures (802a, 802b) may rotatably connect the second housing (820) to the first housing (810). For example, through the first hinge structures (802a, 802b), the second housing (820) can rotate with respect to the first housing (810) about the first folding axis (f3). Through the rotation of the second housing (820), the first angle (Θ1) between the first housing (810) and the second housing (820) can be approximately 0 to 180 degrees. The second hinge structures (803a, 803b) can be arranged between the first housing (810) and the third housing (830). The second hinge structures (803a, 803b) can rotatably connect the third housing (830) with respect to the first housing (810). For example, through the second hinge structures (803a, 803b), the third housing (830) can rotate with respect to the first housing (810) about the second folding axis (f4). Through the rotation of the third housing (830), the first angle (Θ1) between the first housing (810) and the third housing (830) can be approximately 0 to 180 degrees.

[0106] According to one embodiment, the first hinge structures (802a, 802b) may be surrounded by a first hinge cover (850). One (802a) of the first hinge structures (802a, 802b) may be disposed at one end of the first hinge cover (850), and the other (802b) may be disposed at the other end of the first hinge cover (850). The second hinge structures (803a, 803b) may be surrounded by a second hinge cover (860). One (803a) of the second hinge structures (803a, 803b) may be disposed at one end of the second hinge cover (860), and the other (803b) may be disposed at the other end of the second hinge cover (860).

[0107] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (800) may further include a display (500). The display (500) may be disposed on one surface formed by the first housing (810), the second housing (820), and the third housing (830). The display (500) may be disposed on the first surface (810a), the second surface (820a), and the third surface (830a). The display (500) may include a first display area (840a), a second display area (840b), and a third display area (840c). The first display area (840a) may be disposed on the first surface (810a) of the first housing (810). The first display area (840a) may be an area that is coupled to the first surface (810a) and is not deformable. The second display area (840b) may be arranged on the second surface (820a) of the second housing (820). The second display area (840b) may be an area that is coupled to the second surface (820a) and is not deformed. The third display area (840c) may be arranged on the third surface (830a) of the third housing (830). The third display area (840c) may be an area that is coupled to the third surface (830a) and is not deformed. The first display area (840a), the second display area (840b), and the third display area (840c) may be referred to as planar areas in terms of their substantially flat surfaces.

[0108] According to one embodiment, the display (500) may further include a fourth display area (840d) and a fifth display area (840e). The fourth display area (840d) may be disposed on the first hinge cover (850). The fourth display area (840d) may be coupled with the first hinge cover (850) or the first hinge structures (802a, 802b). For example, the fourth display area (840d) may be supported by a hinge plate (not shown) included in the first hinge structures (802a, 802b). The fourth display area (840d) may be deformed as the second housing (820) rotates about the first folding axis (f3) with respect to the first housing (810).

[0109] According to one embodiment, the fifth display area (840e) may be disposed on the second hinge cover (860). The fifth display area (840e) may be coupled with the second hinge cover (860) or the second hinge structures (803a, 803b). For example, the fifth display area (840e) may be supported by a hinge plate (not shown) included in the second hinge structures (803a, 803b). The fifth display area (840e) may be deformed as the third housing (830) rotates about the second folding axis (f4) with respect to the first housing (810).

[0110] According to one embodiment, the fourth display area (840d) may be wider than the area of ​​the fifth display area (840e). For example, the first distance (p1), which is the width of the fourth display area (840d), may be longer than the second distance (p2), which is the width of the fifth display area (840e). When the electronic device (800) is converted to a folded state, the radius of curvature of the fourth display area (840d) may be larger than the radius of curvature of the fifth display area (840e).

[0111] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (800) may further include first magnets (801a, 201b). The first magnets (810a, 810b) may be disposed within the second housing (820). For example, the first magnets (810a) may be disposed on a side surface of the second housing (820). The first magnets (810a) may be disposed closer to a side surface of the second housing (820) facing the first hinge cover (850) than to the other side surface facing the side surface. The first magnets (810a) may at least partially overlap an inactive area disposed along an edge of the second display area (840b) when the display (500) is viewed from above. The first magnets (801a, 201b) can be arranged to face the second hinge structures (803a, 803b) when the second housing (820) rotates and folds along the first folding axis (f3).

[0112] Referring to FIG. 8B, the electronic device (800) can be folded in a second state (801b). The second state (801b) may be a state in which at least one of the first surface (810a), the second surface (820a), and the third surface (830a) faces a different direction. The third display area (840c) corresponding to the third surface (830a) may face substantially the same direction as the direction (e.g., the -z-axis direction) in which the second display area (840b) corresponding to the second surface (820a) faces. The third display area (840c) may face a different direction from the direction in which the first display area (840a) corresponding to the first surface (810a) faces. For example, the direction in which the third display area (840c) faces (e.g., the -z-axis direction) may be the opposite direction to the direction in which the first display area (840a) faces (e.g., the +z-axis direction). The third display area (840c) may face the first display area (840a). The second state (801b) may be referred to as a folded state in that the first housing (810), the second housing (820), and the third housing (830) are folded. Within the second state (801b), the first housing (810), the second housing (820), and the third housing (830) may face each other. For example, within the second state (801b), the first housing (810), the third housing (830), and the second housing (820) may be stacked in the first direction (e.g., the z-axis direction).

[0113] According to one embodiment, while changing from the first state (801a) to the second state (801b), the second housing (820) can rotate about the first folding axis (f3) with respect to the first housing (810) via the first hinge structure (802). Within the second state (801b), the second housing (820) can face the third housing (830). For example, within the second state (801b), the second display area (840b) disposed in the second housing (820) can face the rear surface (831) of the third housing (830).

[0114] According to one embodiment, the third housing (830) can rotate about the second folding axis (f4) with respect to the first housing (810) through the second hinge structure (803). In the second state (801b), the third housing (830) can face the first housing (810). For example, in the second state (801b), the third display area (840c) disposed in the third housing (830) can face the first display area (840a) disposed in the first housing (810). The side surface (832) of the third housing (830) can face the fourth display area (840d).

[0115] According to one embodiment, when the first hinge cover (850) is viewed from above in the second state (801b), the overlapping area of ​​the display (500) and the first hinge structure (802) may be wider than the overlapping area of ​​the display (500) and the second hinge structure (803) when the second hinge cover (860) is viewed from above. The first distance (p1), which is the width of the first hinge cover (850) corresponding to the fourth display area (840d), may be longer than the second distance (p2), which is the width of the second hinge cover (860) corresponding to the fifth display area (840e) (e.g., the fifth display area (840e) of FIG. 11a). The difference between the first distance (p1) and the second distance (p2) may correspond to the thickness of the second housing (820).

[0116] According to one embodiment, based on the difference between the first distance (p1) and the second distance (p2), the first foldable housing among the second housing (820) and the third housing (830) can be determined. For example, the third housing (830) can first rotate around the second folding axis (f4) with respect to the first housing (810). After the third housing (830) is folded, the second housing (820) can rotate around the first folding axis (f3) with respect to the first housing (810). Since the width of the second hinge structure (803) is narrower than the width of the first hinge structure (802), the third housing (830) can fold to face the first housing (810). For example, as the width of the first hinge cover (850) is wider than the width of the second hinge cover (860), the third housing (830) can be folded to face the first housing (810) based on the operation of the second hinge structure (803) within the second hinge cover (860). As the width of the first hinge structure (802) is wider than the width of the second hinge structure (803), the second housing (820) can be folded to face the rear surface (831) of the third housing (830). For example, since the width of the first hinge cover (850) is wider than the width of the second hinge cover (860), the second housing (830) can be folded to face the rear surface (831) of the third housing (830) based on the operation of the first hinge structure (802) within the first hinge cover (850).

[0117] According to one embodiment, the first display unit (510) may be disposed on at least one of the first surface (810a), the second surface (820a), and the third surface (830a). The first display unit (510) may be aligned with at least one of the first surface (810a), the second surface (820a), and the third surface (830a). The first display unit (510) may face at least one of the first surface (810a), the second surface (820a), and the third surface (830a). For example, the first display unit (510) may include a plurality of first display units aligned with the first surface (810a), the second surface (820a), and the third surface (830a).

[0118] According to one embodiment, the second display unit (520) may be disposed on at least one of the first hinge structure (802) and the second hinge structure (803). The second display unit (520) may be aligned with at least one of the first hinge structure (802) and the second hinge structure (803). The second display unit (520) may face at least one of the first hinge structure (802) and the second hinge structure (803). For example, the second display unit (520) may include a plurality of second display units aligned with the first hinge structure (802) and the second hinge structure (803). For example, the second display unit (520) may include a plurality of second display units aligned with the fourth display area (840d) and the fifth display area (840e).

[0119] When a display is bent to have different curvatures at different locations, the elongation at each location may differ. This difference in elongation may result in different stresses applied to each location. The electronic device and / or display may require a structure to reduce display damage due to stresses applied differently at each location.

[0120] A display (e.g., a display (500) of FIGS. 4A and 4B) is provided. According to one embodiment, the display may include a first display unit (e.g., a first display unit (510) of FIGS. 4A and 4B). According to one embodiment, the display may include a second display unit (e.g., a second display unit (520) of FIGS. 4A and 4B) having a curved shape with a greater curvature than the first display unit. According to one embodiment, the display may include a plurality of pixels (e.g., a plurality of pixels (530) of FIG. 5A) configured to emit light, and disposed within the first display unit and the second display unit, and spaced apart from each other. According to one embodiment, the display may include a plurality of connecting units (e.g., a plurality of connecting units (550) of FIG. 5A) connecting the plurality of pixels. According to one embodiment, the plurality of pixels may be arranged within the first display unit and include a first pixel (e.g., the first pixel (531) of FIGS. 5A and 5B) and a second pixel (e.g., the second pixel (532) of FIGS. 5A and 5B) each having a first size. According to one embodiment, the plurality of pixels may be arranged within the second display unit and include a third pixel (e.g., the third pixel (533) of FIGS. 5A and 5B) and a fourth pixel (e.g., the fourth pixel (534) of FIGS. 5A and 5B) each having a second size smaller than the first size. According to one embodiment, the plurality of connecting portions may include at least one first connecting portion (e.g., the first connecting portion (551) of FIGS. 5A and 5B) having a first length and connecting the first pixel and the second pixel.According to one embodiment, a plurality of second connectors (e.g., the plurality of second connectors (552) of FIGS. 5A and 5B) connecting the third pixel and the fourth pixel may be included, the second connectors having a second length longer than the first length and having a number greater than the number of the at least one first connector.

[0121] According to one embodiment, the display can provide a structure that is robust against damage because each of the plurality of second connecting portions arranged within the second display portion having a relatively large curvature has a length longer than the length of at least one first connecting portion.

[0122] According to one embodiment, the cross-sectional area of ​​each of the plurality of second connecting portions may be smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​at least one of the first connecting portions.

[0123] According to one embodiment, the display can provide a structure in which the resistance values ​​of the plurality of second connecting portions and the resistance value of the at least one first connecting portion are substantially the same, since the cross-sectional area of ​​each of the plurality of second connecting portions arranged within the second display portion having a relatively large curvature is smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​at least one first connecting portion.

[0124] According to one embodiment, the sum of the cross-sectional areas of each of the plurality of second connecting portions may be greater than the cross-sectional area of ​​at least one first connecting portion.

[0125] According to one embodiment, the display can provide a structure in which the resistance values ​​of the plurality of second connecting portions and the resistance value of the at least one first connecting portion are substantially the same, because the sum of the cross-sectional areas of each of the plurality of second connecting portions arranged within the second display portion having a relatively large curvature is smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​at least one first connecting portion.

[0126] According to one embodiment, the resistance value of the at least one first connector may be equal to the resistance value of the plurality of second connectors.

[0127] According to one embodiment, the display can provide a structure capable of smoothly controlling a plurality of pixels because the resistance values ​​of the plurality of second connectors and the resistance value of at least one first connector are substantially the same.

[0128] According to one embodiment, the straight-line distance between the centers of each of the plurality of pixels may be equal to each other.

[0129] According to one embodiment, the display can provide a structure in which the PPI in the first display unit and the second display unit can be maintained substantially constant because the straight-line distance between the centers of each of the plurality of pixels is equal to each other.

[0130] According to one embodiment, each of the plurality of connecting portions may include a connecting line electrically connecting the plurality of pixels.

[0131] According to one embodiment, each of the plurality of connecting portions may have a curved shape between the plurality of pixels.

[0132] According to one embodiment, the display can provide a structure that can reduce stress generated when the display is bent, since each of the plurality of connecting portions has a curved shape.

[0133] According to one embodiment, each of the plurality of connecting portions may have a serpentine shape.

[0134] According to one embodiment, the display can provide a structure capable of reducing stress generated when the display is bent, since each of the plurality of connecting portions has a serpentine shape.

[0135] According to one embodiment, when the display is viewed from above, the area of ​​the first pixel may be larger than the area of ​​the third pixel.

[0136] According to one embodiment, the display can provide a structure in which a distance between pixels can be maintained because the first pixel and the third pixel have different sizes.

[0137] According to one embodiment, the second display unit may be arranged along an edge of the first display unit.

[0138] According to one embodiment, the second display unit may surround the first display unit.

[0139] According to one embodiment, the curvature of the first display unit may vary depending on the position of the first display unit. According to one embodiment, the curvature of the second display unit may vary depending on the position of the second display unit.

[0140] According to one embodiment, the strain of the first display portion may be less than the strain of the second display portion.

[0141] According to one embodiment, the first pixel may include a plurality of first sub-pixels (e.g., the plurality of first sub-pixels (531a, 531b, 531c, 531d) of FIG. 5B). According to one embodiment, the third pixel may include a plurality of second sub-pixels (e.g., the plurality of second sub-pixels (532a, 532b, 532c, 532d) of FIG. 5B) having a size smaller than that of the plurality of first sub-pixels.

[0142] According to one embodiment, the plurality of connecting portions may include a plurality of third connecting portions (e.g., the plurality of third connecting portions (553) of FIGS. 5A and 5B) having the second length and connecting the second pixel and the third pixel.

[0143] An electronic device (e.g., an electronic device (400) of FIGS. 4A and 4B) is provided. According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a frame (e.g., a frame (410) of FIGS. 4A and 4B). According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a display (e.g., a display (500) of FIGS. 4A and 4B) disposed on the frame. According to one embodiment, the display may include a first display unit (e.g., a first display unit (510) of FIGS. 4A and 4B). According to one embodiment, the display may include a second display unit (e.g., a second display unit (520) of FIGS. 4A and 4B) having a curved shape with a greater curvature than the first display unit. According to one embodiment, the display may include a plurality of pixels (e.g., a plurality of pixels (530) of FIG. 5A) each configured to emit light, arranged within the first display unit and the second display unit, and spaced apart from each other. According to one embodiment, the display may include a plurality of connecting portions (e.g., a plurality of connecting portions (550) of FIG. 5A) having a curved shape and connecting the plurality of pixels. According to one embodiment, the plurality of pixels may include a first pixel (e.g., a first pixel (531) of FIGS. 5A and 5B) and a second pixel (e.g., a second pixel (532) of FIGS. 5A and 5B) arranged within the first display unit, each having a first size. According to one embodiment, the plurality of pixels may include a third pixel (e.g., the third pixel (533) of FIGS. 5A and 5B) and a fourth pixel (e.g., the fourth pixel (534) of FIGS. 5A and 5B) disposed within the second display portion and each having a second size smaller than the first size.According to one embodiment, the plurality of connecting portions may include at least one first connecting portion (e.g., the first connecting portion (551) of FIGS. 5A and 5B) having a first length and connecting the first pixel and the second pixel. According to one embodiment, the plurality of connecting portions may include a plurality of second connecting portions (e.g., the plurality of second connecting portions (552) of FIGS. 5A and 5B) having a second length longer than the first length and connecting the third pixel and the fourth pixel.

[0144] According to one embodiment, the display can provide a structure that is robust against damage because each of the plurality of second connecting portions arranged within the second display portion having a relatively large curvature has a length longer than the length of at least one first connecting portion.

[0145] According to one embodiment, the cross-sectional area of ​​each of the plurality of second connecting portions may be smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​at least one of the first connecting portions.

[0146] In one embodiment, the distance between the first pixel and the second pixel may be equal to the distance between the third pixel and the fourth pixel.

[0147] According to one embodiment, the display can provide a structure in which the PPI in the first display unit and the second display unit can be maintained substantially constant because the straight-line distance between the centers of each of the plurality of pixels is equal to each other.

[0148] According to one embodiment, the sum of the cross-sectional areas of each of the plurality of second connecting portions may be greater than the cross-sectional area of ​​at least one first connecting portion.

[0149] According to one embodiment, the display can provide a structure in which the resistance values ​​of the plurality of second connecting portions and the resistance value of the at least one first connecting portion are substantially the same, because the sum of the cross-sectional areas of each of the plurality of second connecting portions arranged within the second display portion having a relatively large curvature is smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​at least one first connecting portion.

[0150] According to one embodiment, the resistance value of the at least one first connector may be equal to the resistance value of the plurality of second connectors.

[0151] According to one embodiment, the display can provide a structure capable of smoothly controlling a plurality of pixels because the resistance values ​​of the plurality of second connectors and the resistance value of at least one first connector are substantially the same.

[0152] Electronic devices according to the various embodiments disclosed in this document may take various forms. Electronic devices may include, for example, portable communication devices (e.g., smartphones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, wearable devices, or home appliances. Electronic devices according to the embodiments of this document are not limited to the aforementioned devices.

[0153] The various embodiments of this document and the terminology used therein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, but should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutes of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of the items, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this document, each of the phrases "A or B", "at least one of A and B", "at least one of A or B", "A, B, or C", "at least one of A, B, and C", and "at least one of A, B, or C" can include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase among those phrases, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as "first," "second," or "first" or "second" may be used merely to distinguish one component from another, and do not limit the components in any other respect (e.g., importance or order). When a component (e.g., a first component) is referred to as "coupled" or "connected" to another (e.g., a second component), with or without the terms "functionally" or "communicatively," it means that the component can be connected to the other component directly (e.g., wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0154] The term "module" used in various embodiments of this document may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit. A module may be an integral component, or a minimum unit or part of such a component that performs one or more functions. For example, according to one embodiment, a module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0155] Various embodiments of the present document may be implemented as software (e.g., a program (140)) including one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., an internal memory (136) or an external memory (138)) readable by a machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)). For example, a processor (e.g., a processor (120)) of the machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)) may call at least one instruction among the one or more instructions stored from the storage medium and execute it. This enables the machine to operate to perform at least one function according to the at least one called instruction. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code executable by an interpreter. The machine-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-transitory' simply means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain signals (e.g., electromagnetic waves), and the term does not distinguish between cases where data is stored semi-permanently or temporarily on the storage medium.

[0156] According to one embodiment, the method according to various embodiments disclosed in the present document may be provided as included in a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded as a product between a seller and a buyer. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM)), or may be distributed online (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) via an application store (e.g., Play Store™) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be temporarily stored or temporarily generated in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or an intermediary server.

[0157] According to various embodiments, each component (e.g., a module or a program) of the above-described components may include one or more entities, and some of the entities may be separated and placed in other components. According to various embodiments, one or more components or operations of the aforementioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, a plurality of components (e.g., a module or a program) may be integrated into a single component. In such a case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the plurality of components identically or similarly to those performed by the corresponding component among the plurality of components prior to the integration. According to various embodiments, the operations performed by a module, program, or other component may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

Claims

1. In the display (500), First display section (510); A second display unit (520) having a curved shape with a greater curvature than the first display unit (510); A plurality of pixels (530) configured to emit light, arranged within the first display unit (510) and the second display unit (520), and spaced apart from each other; and A plurality of connecting parts (550) connecting the plurality of pixels (530) are included; The above plurality of pixels (530) are, A first pixel (531) and a second pixel (532) are arranged in the first display unit (510) and each have a first size; and A third pixel (533) and a fourth pixel (534) are disposed within the second display unit (520) and each have a second size smaller than the first size; The above multiple connecting parts (550) are, At least one first connecting portion (551) having a first length and connecting the first pixel (531) and the second pixel (532); A plurality of second connecting portions (552) having a second length longer than the first length and connecting the third pixel (533) and the fourth pixel (534); Display (500).

2. In paragraph 1, The cross-sectional area of ​​each of the above plurality of second connecting parts (552) is smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​at least one of the first connecting portions (551), Display (500).

3. In paragraph 2, The sum of the cross-sectional areas of each of the above plurality of second connecting parts (552) is A cross-sectional area greater than that of at least one first connecting portion (551) above, Display (500).

4. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 3, The resistance value of at least one of the first connecting portions (551) is: The resistance value is the same as that of the above plurality of second connecting parts (552). Display (500).

5. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 4, The straight-line distance between the centers of each of the above plurality of pixels (530) is identical to each other, Display (500).

6. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 5, Each of the above multiple connecting parts (550) Further comprising a connecting line electrically connecting the plurality of pixels (530); Display (500).

7. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 6, Each of the above multiple connecting parts (550) Having a curved shape between the above plurality of pixels (530), Display (500).

8. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 7, Each of the above multiple connecting parts (550) Having a serpentine shape, Display (500).

9. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 8, The number of the above plurality of second connecting parts (552) is greater than the number of at least one first connecting portion (551) above, Display (500).

10. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 9, The above second display unit (520) is Positioned along the edge of the first display unit (510), Display (500).

11. In paragraph 10, The above second display unit (520) is Surrounding the first display section (510) above, Display (500).

12. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 11, The curvature of the first display unit (510) is: It changes depending on the position of the first display unit (510) above, The curvature of the second display unit (520) is: Depending on the position of the second display unit (520), Display (500).

13. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 12, The strain of the first display portion (510) is Smaller than the elongation of the second display unit (520) Display (500).

14. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 13, The above first pixel (531) is, Containing a plurality of first sub-pixels, The above third pixel (533) is, comprising a plurality of second sub-pixels having a size smaller than the sizes of the plurality of first sub-pixels; Display (500).

15. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 14, The above multiple connecting parts (550) are, Further comprising a plurality of third connecting portions (553) each having the second length and connecting the second pixel (532) and the third pixel (533); Display (500).

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