Electronic device comprising antenna and method for controlling voltage of antenna

Abstract

An electronic device, according to various embodiments of the present invention, comprises: a sensor module; a short-range wireless communication circuit; a metal antenna electrically connected to the short-range wireless communication circuit and including a conductive portion disposed between a first non-conductive portion and a second non-conductive portion; a coil antenna electrically connected to the short-range wireless communication circuit; a processor; and a memory storing instructions, wherein the instructions, when executed by the processor, instruct the electronic device to check a state of the electronic device by using the sensor module, and to control the short-range wireless communication circuit to apply a first voltage to the metal antenna and a second voltage to the coil antenna on the basis of the state of the electronic device detected by the sensor module. Various other embodiments may also be possible.

Description

Electronic device including an antenna and method for controlling voltage of the antenna

[0001] Various embodiments of the present invention relate to an electronic device including at least one antenna and a method for controlling a voltage transmitted to the at least one antenna.

[0002] The use of electronic devices such as bar type, foldable type, rollable type, and sliding type is increasing. Bar type electronic devices are electronic devices that include a substantially rigid single body. Foldable type electronic devices are electronic devices that include at least a first housing and a second housing, wherein the first housing is hingedly connected to the second housing so that the first housing can move relative to the second housing, thereby folding the foldable type electronic device. Rollable type electronic devices include at least a flexible portion, wherein the at least portion can be rolled. Sliding type electronic devices are electronic devices that include at least a first housing and a second housing, wherein the first housing is slidably connected to the second housing so that the first housing can slide relative to the second housing. The above-described electronic devices can provide various functions.

[0003] The above electronic device can transmit and receive various data with other electronic devices via wireless communication.

[0004] The electronic device may include at least one antenna for performing wireless communication with other electronic devices, for example, for forming one or more wireless networks.

[0005] The above information may be provided as background art to aid in understanding the present disclosure. No claim or determination is made as to whether any of the above is applicable as prior art in connection with the present disclosure.

[0006] A foldable electronic device may have a first housing and a second housing that can be in a folded state or an unfolded state centered around a hinge.

[0007] The above foldable electronic device can be operated in an in-folding manner and / or an out-folding manner by rotating the first housing and the second housing using a hinge. The in-folding type is an electronic device that folds to enclose the main screen, the main screen, or the largest screen. The out-folding type is an electronic device that folds so that the main screen, the main screen, or the largest screen is exposed on the outside of the folded foldable electronic device.

[0008] The above foldable electronic device can perform near field communication (NFC) with another electronic device using a coil antenna disposed within the second housing.

[0009] For example, if a wireless communication circuit (e.g., an NFC IC) transmits only a specified voltage (e.g., about 3.3 volts (V)) to a coil antenna disposed within the second housing, the performance and usability of short-range wireless communication may be degraded depending on the state of the foldable electronic device (e.g., unfolded state, folded state, grip state, and / or mounted in an LED (light emitting diode) case).

[0010] The above foldable electronic device can operate in card mode (e.g., card emulation function) and reader mode (e.g., point of sale (POS) function) using a coil antenna. For example, when the electronic device operates in reader mode, the coil antenna may require higher power than when the electronic device operates in card mode.

[0011] For example, if only a specified voltage is transmitted to the coil antenna through a wireless communication circuit (e.g., NFC IC), the performance of short-range wireless communication may be degraded.

[0012] Various embodiments of the present invention can provide an electronic device and method that can variably control a first voltage transmitted to a metal antenna (e.g., a first antenna) and a second voltage transmitted to a coil antenna (e.g., a second antenna) based on a state of the electronic device.

[0013] The technical problems to be achieved in the present disclosure are not limited to the technical problems mentioned above, and other technical problems not mentioned will be clearly understood by a person having ordinary skill in the technical field to which the present invention pertains from the description below.

[0014] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a sensor module, a short-range wireless communication circuit, a metal antenna electrically connected to the short-range wireless communication circuit and including a conductive portion disposed between a first non-conductive portion and a second non-conductive portion, a coil antenna electrically connected to the short-range wireless communication circuit, a processor, and a memory storing instructions. According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to check a state of the electronic device through the sensor module, and control the short-range wireless communication circuit to transmit a first voltage to the metal antenna and a second voltage to the coil antenna based on the state of the electronic device detected through the sensor module.

[0015] A method for controlling a voltage of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention may include an operation of determining whether a first housing and a second housing of the electronic device are in an unfolded state or a folded state. According to one embodiment, the method may include an operation of determining whether a grip signal is detected in the second housing when the first housing and the second housing are in an unfolded state. According to one embodiment, the method may include an operation of transmitting a first voltage to a metal antenna disposed in the first housing when the grip signal is detected in the second housing.

[0016] A method for controlling the voltage of an electronic device according to one embodiment may be performed using a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium storing one or more programs. The one or more programs according to one embodiment may include instructions that, when executed by a processor of the electronic device, perform operations included in the above-described method.

[0017] An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present invention may include a housing including a front plate, a rear plate, and a side member surrounding a space between the front plate and the rear plate. According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a first non-conductive portion and a second non-conductive portion formed in a first direction of the side member. According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a metal antenna including a conductive portion disposed between the first non-conductive portion and the second non-conductive portion, and a coil antenna disposed inside the side member in a second direction opposite to the first direction. According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a short-range wireless communication circuit electrically connected to the metal antenna and the coil antenna, a sensor module configured to detect a grip position of the housing, a processor, and a memory storing instructions. According to one embodiment, the processor may be configured to transmit a first voltage to the metal antenna when a grip signal is detected in a portion of the housing in the second direction, and to transmit a second voltage higher than the first voltage to the coil antenna when a grip signal is detected in a portion of the housing in the first direction. According to one embodiment, when the grip signal is detected in a portion of the housing in the second direction, the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna may have a voltage higher than the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna when a grip signal is detected in a portion of the housing in the first direction.

[0018] According to various embodiments of the present invention, the performance and usability of short-range wireless communication can be improved by variably controlling the voltage transmitted to a metal antenna (e.g., a first antenna) and a coil antenna (e.g., a second antenna) based on the state of an electronic device.

[0019] In addition, various effects may be provided directly or indirectly through this document.

[0020] In connection with the description of the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals may be used for the same or similar components.

[0021] FIG. 1A is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0022] FIG. 1b is a block diagram of a wireless communication module, a power management module, and an antenna module of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0023] FIG. 2A is a perspective view showing the front of an electronic device in an unfolded state according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0024] FIG. 2b is a plan view showing the front of an electronic device in an unfolded state according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0025] FIG. 2c is a plan view showing the rear surface of an electronic device in an unfolded state according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0026] FIG. 3A is a perspective view showing a folding state of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0027] FIG. 3b is a perspective view showing the front of an intermediate state of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0028] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0029] FIG. 5 is a drawing schematically showing a part of the configuration of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] FIG. 6 is a diagram schematically showing the configuration of a matching circuit according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] FIG. 7 is a drawing schematically showing the configuration of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] FIG. 8A is a flowchart schematically illustrating a method for variably controlling voltage based on a state of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] FIG. 8b is a flowchart schematically illustrating a method for variably controlling voltage according to an unfolded state and a folded state of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0034] FIG. 9A is a drawing schematically illustrating a usage state in which an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention is in an unfolded state and tags a POS device using a metal antenna.

[0035] FIG. 9b is a diagram schematically illustrating a usage state in which an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention is used to tag a POS device using a coil antenna when the electronic device is in a folded state.

[0036] FIG. 10A is a schematic drawing of a first case mounted on an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0037] FIG. 10b is a schematic drawing of a second case mounted on an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0038] FIG. 10c is a schematic drawing of a third case mounted on an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0039] FIG. 10d is a schematic drawing showing a first LED case and a second LED case mounted on an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0040] FIG. 11 is a flowchart illustrating a method for variably controlling a voltage transmitted to a coil antenna when an LED case is mounted on an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0041] FIG. 12 is a flowchart schematically illustrating a method for detecting ambient illumination of an electronic device and variably controlling a voltage transmitted to a metal antenna according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0042] FIG. 13A is a perspective view of the front of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0043] FIG. 13b is a perspective view of the rear surface of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0044] FIG. 14 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0045] FIG. 1A is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0046] Referring to FIG. 1A, 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). In 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)).

[0047] 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 calculations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or calculations, 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 a secondary 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 therewith. For example, if the electronic device (101) includes a main processor (121) and a secondary processor (123), the secondary processor (123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a specified function. The secondary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as a part thereof.

[0048] 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.

[0049] 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).

[0050] 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).

[0051] 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).

[0052] 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.

[0053] 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. In 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.

[0054] 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).

[0055] 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.

[0056] 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.

[0057] 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).

[0058] A 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. In one embodiment, the haptic module (179) can include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

[0059] 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.

[0060] 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, for example, as at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0061] 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.

[0062] 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).

[0063] 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.

[0064] 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 by, for example, the communication module (190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and an external electronic device through the selected at least one 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).

[0065] According to various embodiments, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. According to 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.

[0066] 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)).

[0067] 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.

[0068] FIG. 1b is a block diagram of a wireless communication module, a power management module, and an antenna module of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0069] Referring to FIG. 1B, the wireless communication module (192) may include a magnetic secure transmission (MST) communication module (191) or a near field communication (NFC) communication module (193), and the power management module (188) may include a wireless charging module (185). In this case, the antenna module (197) may include a plurality of antennas, including an MST antenna (197-1) connected to the MST communication module (191), an NFC antenna (197-3) connected to the NFC communication module (193), and a wireless charging antenna (197-5) connected to the wireless charging module (185). For convenience of explanation, components overlapping with those in FIG. 1A are omitted or briefly described.

[0070] The MST communication module (191) can receive a signal including control information or payment information such as card information from the processor (120), generate a magnetic signal corresponding to the received signal through the MST antenna (197-1), and then transmit the generated magnetic signal to an external electronic device (102) (e.g., a POS device). In order to generate the magnetic signal, according to one embodiment, the MST communication module (191) includes a switching module (not shown) including one or more switches connected to the MST antenna (197-1), and can control the switching module to change the direction of a voltage or current supplied to the MST antenna (197-1) according to the received signal. The change in the direction of the voltage or current enables the direction of the magnetic signal (e.g., a magnetic field) transmitted through the MST antenna (197-1) to change accordingly. A magnetic signal in a state of changing direction, when detected by an external electronic device (102), may cause an effect (e.g., waveform) similar to a magnetic field generated when a magnetic card corresponding to the received signal (e.g., card information) is read (swiped) by a card reader of the electronic device (102). According to one embodiment, payment-related information and control signals received in the form of the magnetic signal in the electronic device (102) may be transmitted to an external server (108) (e.g., payment server) via, for example, a network (199).

[0071] The NFC communication module (193) can obtain a signal including control information or payment information such as card information from the processor (120) and transmit the obtained signal to an external electronic device (102) through the NFC antenna (197-3). According to one embodiment, the NFC communication module (193) can receive a signal transmitted from an external electronic device (102) through the NFC antenna (197-3).

[0072] The wireless charging module (185) can wirelessly transmit power to an external electronic device (102) (e.g., a mobile phone or a wearable device) via a wireless charging antenna (197-5), or wirelessly receive power from an external electronic device (102) (e.g., a wireless charging device). The wireless charging module (185) can support one or more of various wireless charging methods, including, for example, a magnetic resonance method or a magnetic induction method.

[0073] In one embodiment, some of the MST antenna (197-1), the NFC antenna (197-3), or the wireless charging antenna (197-5) may share at least a portion of a radiating portion with each other. For example, the radiating portion of the MST antenna (197-1) may be used as the radiating portion of the NFC antenna (197-3) or the wireless charging antenna (197-5), and vice versa. In this case, the antenna module (197) may include a switching circuit (not shown) configured to selectively connect (e.g., close) or disconnect (e.g., open) at least a portion of the antennas (197-1, 197-3, or 197-3) under the control of the wireless communication module (192) (e.g., the MST communication module (191) or the NFC communication module (193)) or the power management module (188) (e.g., the wireless charging module (185)). For example, when the electronic device (101) uses a wireless charging function, the NFC communication module (193) or the wireless charging module (185) can temporarily separate at least a portion of the radiation portion shared by the NFC antenna (197-3) and the wireless charging antenna (197-5) from the NFC antenna (197-3) and connect it to the wireless charging antenna (197-5) by controlling the switching circuit.

[0074] According to one embodiment, at least one function of the MST communication module (191), the NFC communication module (193), or the wireless charging module (185) may be controlled by an external processor (e.g., the processor (120)). According to one embodiment, designated functions (e.g., a payment function) of the MST communication module (191) or the NFC communication module (193) may be performed in a trusted execution environment (TEE). The trusted execution environment (TEE) according to various embodiments may form an execution environment in which at least a portion of a designated area of ​​the memory (130) is allocated to perform a function requiring a relatively high level of security (e.g., a financial transaction or a personal information-related function). In this case, access to the designated area may be permitted in a restricted manner, for example, depending on the subject accessing it or the application running in the trusted execution environment.

[0075] FIG. 2A is a perspective view illustrating the front of an electronic device in an unfolded state according to various embodiments of the present invention. FIG. 2B is a plan view illustrating the front of an electronic device in an unfolded state according to various embodiments of the present invention. FIG. 2C is a plan view illustrating the rear of an electronic device in an unfolded state according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0076] FIG. 3A is a perspective view illustrating a folded state of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present invention. FIG. 3B is a perspective view illustrating a front surface of an intermediate state of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present invention, i.e., a state in which the electronic device is arranged between a folded state and an unfolded state.

[0077] The electronic device (200) disclosed in FIGS. 2A to 3B (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1) may include, for example, a foldable electronic device that folds or unfolds in a vertical direction. Although various embodiments of the present invention have been described with respect to a foldable electronic device that folds or unfolds in a vertical direction, the same may be applied to a foldable electronic device that folds or unfolds in a horizontal direction. An electronic device that folds in a vertical direction is folded about an axis that is arranged perpendicular to a vertical axis of the electronic device. An electronic device that folds in a horizontal direction is folded about an axis that is arranged parallel to the vertical axis of the electronic device.

[0078] Referring to FIGS. 2A to 3B, an electronic device (200) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1) according to various embodiments of the present invention may include a pair of housings (e.g., a first housing (210) and a second housing (220)) (e.g., a foldable housing) that face each other and fold with respect to a hinge (240) (e.g., the hinge (240) of FIG. 2B or FIG. 4). For example, the hinges (240) (e.g., the hinges (240) of FIG. 2B or FIG. 4) may be arranged in the x-axis direction (e.g., the horizontal direction) or in the y-axis direction (e.g., the vertical direction). For example, two or more hinges (240) may be arranged so as to fold in the same direction or in different directions. For example, the hinges (240) may include a hinge device, a hinge module, or a hinge assembly.

[0079] According to various embodiments, the electronic device (200) may include a flexible display (230) (e.g., a foldable display) disposed in an area formed by a pair of housings (210, 220). The first housing (210) and the second housing (220) may be disposed on opposite sides with respect to a folding axis (F axis) and may have a shape that is substantially symmetrical with respect to the folding axis (F axis). The angle or distance between the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) may vary depending on whether the state of the electronic device (200) is an unfolding (or flat) state, a folding state, or an intermediate state.

[0080] According to various embodiments, a pair of housings (210, 220) may include a first housing (210) (e.g., a first housing structure) coupled with a first side of a hinge (240) (e.g., hinge (240) of FIG. 2b or FIG. 4) and a second housing (220) (e.g., a second housing structure) coupled with a second side of the hinge (240). The first housing (210), in an unfolded state, may include a first face (211) facing a first direction (e.g., a front (z-axis) direction)) and a second face (212) facing a second direction opposite to the first direction (e.g., a rear (-z-axis) direction)). The second housing (220) may, in an unfolded state, include a third face (221) facing a first direction (e.g., a front (z-axis) direction) and a fourth face (222) facing a second direction (e.g., a rear (-z-axis) direction).

[0081] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may be operated in such a way that, in an unfolded state, the first surface (211) of the first housing (210) and the third surface (221) of the second housing (220) face substantially the same first direction (e.g., the z-axis direction), and in a folded state, the first surface (211) and the third surface (221) face each other. The electronic device (200) may be operated in such a way that, in an unfolded state, the second surface (212) of the first housing (210) and the fourth surface (222) of the second housing (220) face substantially the same second direction (e.g., the -z-axis direction), and in a folded state, the second surface (212) and the fourth surface (222) face opposite directions. For example, the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) may have a second surface (212) facing a first direction (e.g., z-axis direction) and a fourth surface (222) facing a second direction (e.g., -z-axis direction) in a folded state.

[0082] According to various embodiments, the first housing (210) may include a first side frame (213) that at least partially forms an exterior of the electronic device (200), and a first rear cover (214) that is coupled with the first side frame (213) and forms at least a portion of a second side (212) of the electronic device (200). The first side frame (213) may include a first side (213a), a second side (213b) extending from one end of the first side (213a), and a third side (213c) extending from the other end of the first side (213a). The first side frame (213) may be formed into a rectangular (e.g., square or rectangular) shape through the first side (213a), the second side (213b), and the third side (213c).

[0083] According to various embodiments, the second housing (220) may include a second side frame (223) that at least partially forms an exterior of the electronic device (200), and a second rear cover (224) that is coupled with the second side frame (223) and forms at least a portion of a fourth side (222) of the electronic device (200). The second side frame (223) may include a fourth side (223a), a fifth side (223b) extending from one end of the fourth side (223a), and a sixth side (223c) extending from the other end of the fourth side (223a). The second side frame (223) may be formed into a rectangular (e.g., square or rectangular) shape through the fourth side (223a), the fifth side (223b), and the sixth side (223c).

[0084] According to various embodiments, the pair of housings (210, 220) are not limited to the illustrated shapes and combinations, and may be implemented by other shapes or combinations and / or combinations of parts. For example, the first side frame (213) may be formed integrally with the first rear cover (214), and the second side frame (223) may be formed integrally with the second rear cover (224).

[0085] According to various embodiments, the electronic device (200), in an unfolded state, may be connected such that the second side (213b) of the first side frame (213) and the fifth side (223b) of the second side frame (223) are substantially gap-free. The electronic device (200), in an unfolded state, may be connected such that the third side (213c) of the first side frame (213) and the sixth side (223c) of the second side frame (223) are substantially gap-free. In one embodiment, the electronic device (200), in an unfolded state, may be configured such that the combined length of the second side (213b) and the fifth side (223b) is longer than the length of the first side (213a) and / or the fourth side (223a). The electronic device (200) may be configured such that the combined length of the third side (213c) and the sixth side (223c) is longer than the length of the first side (213a) and / or the fourth side (223a).

[0086] According to various embodiments, the first side frame (213) and / or the second side frame (223) may comprise a metal or a non-metal (e.g., a polymer). For example, the first side frame (213) and / or the second side frame (223) may comprise at least one conductive portion (216 and / or 226) (e.g., an antenna radiator) electrically segmented through at least one non-conductive portion (2161, 2162) formed of a non-metal (e.g., a polymer). For example, the at least one conductive portion (216 and / or 226) may be electrically connected to a wireless communication module (e.g., the wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1) disposed on a printed circuit board (e.g., the first board assembly (261) of FIG. 4) of the electronic device (200) so as to be used as a first antenna and / or a second antenna operating in at least one designated band (e.g., a legacy band). For example, at least one non-conductive portion (2161, 2162) may include a segment or a slit.

[0087] According to various embodiments, the first rear cover (214) and / or the second rear cover (224) may be formed by, for example, at least one or a combination of at least two of coated or colored glass, ceramic, polymer, or metal (e.g., aluminum, stainless steel (STS), or magnesium).

[0088] According to various embodiments, the flexible display (230) may be arranged to extend from a first side (211) of the first housing (210) across a hinge (240) (e.g., hinge (240) of FIG. 2b or FIG. 4) to at least a portion of a third side (221) of the second housing (220). For example, the flexible display (230) may include a first planar area (230a) substantially corresponding to the first side (211), a second planar area (230b) substantially corresponding to the second side (221), and a folding area (230c) (e.g., a bending area) connecting the first planar area (230a) and the second planar area (230b) and corresponding to the hinge (240) (e.g., hinge (240) of FIG. 2b or FIG. 4).

[0089] According to one embodiment, the flexible display (230) may include an unbreakable (UB) type OLED display (e.g., a curved display). According to various embodiments, the flexible display (230) is not limited to the above-described example, and may also include a flat type display of an on-cell touch AMOLED (active matrix organic light-emitting diode) (OCTA) method.

[0090] According to various embodiments, the flexible display (230) may be arranged such that the edge (e.g., the outer surface) of the first planar region (230a) is disposed on the inner surface of the first housing (210). The flexible display (230) may be arranged such that the edge (e.g., the outer surface) of the second planar region (230b) is disposed on the inner surface of the second housing (220). The edge of the flexible display (230) may also be protected by a protective cap (not shown) disposed in an area corresponding to a hinge (240) (e.g., the hinge (240) of FIG. 2b or FIG. 4). The protective cap (not shown) may be optionally used or omitted depending on the specifications of the electronic device (200).

[0091] According to various embodiments, the electronic device (200) may include a hinge housing (241) (e.g., a hinge cover). The hinge housing (241) supports the hinge (240) (e.g., the hinge (240) of FIG. 2B or FIG. 4), and may be exposed to the outside when the electronic device (200) is in a folded state, and may be inserted into a first space (e.g., an internal space of the first housing (210)) and a second space (e.g., an internal space of the second housing (220)) when the electronic device (200) is in an unfolded state, thereby being arranged to be substantially invisible from the outside. For example, the flexible display (230) may be arranged to extend from at least a portion of the second surface (212) to at least a portion of the fourth surface (222). For example, the electronic device (200) may be folded such that the flexible display (230) is visually exposed to the outside (e.g., the electronic device is referred to as being in an out-folding manner).

[0092] According to various embodiments, the electronic device (200) may include a sub-display (232) (e.g., a second display) that is positioned separately from the flexible display (230) (e.g., a first display). The sub-display (232) may be positioned so as to be at least partially visually exposed on the second side (212) of the first housing (210), thereby displaying status information of the flexible display (230) when the electronic device (200) is in a folded state. The sub-display (232) may be positioned so as to be visible from the outside through at least a portion of the first rear cover (214). For example, the sub-display (232) may also be positioned on the fourth side (222) of the second housing (220). In this case, the sub-display (232) may be positioned so as to be visible from the outside through at least a portion of the second rear cover (224).

[0093] According to various embodiments, the electronic device (200) may include at least one of an input module (203) (e.g., a microphone), an audio output module (201, 202), a sensor module (204), a camera module (205, 208), a key input device (206), or a connector port (207). In the illustrated embodiment, the input module (203) (e.g., a microphone), an audio output module (201, 202), a sensor module (204), a camera module (205, 208), a key input device (206), or a connector port (207) refers to a hole or shape formed in the first housing (210) or the second housing (220), but may be defined to include an actual electronic component (e.g., an input module, an audio output module, a sensor module, or a camera module) disposed inside the electronic device (200) and operating through the hole or shape.

[0094] According to various embodiments, the input module (203) may include at least one microphone disposed in the second housing (220). For example, the input module (203) may include a plurality of microphones disposed to detect the direction of sound. For example, the plurality of microphones may be disposed at designated locations in the first housing (210) and / or the second housing (220). The input module (203) may include the input module (150) disclosed in FIG. 1.

[0095] According to various embodiments, the audio output module (201, 202) may include a speaker. For example, the audio output module (201, 202) may include a call receiver (201) disposed in a first housing (210) and a speaker (202) disposed in a second housing (220). The audio output module (201, 202) may include the audio output module (155) disclosed in FIG. 1. For example, the input module (203), the audio output module (201, 202), and the connector port (207) may be disposed in a space formed within the first housing (210) and / or the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200), and may be exposed to the outside through at least one hole formed in the first housing (210) and / or the second housing (220). At least one connector port (207) can be used to transmit and receive power and / or data with an external electronic device (e.g., an electronic device (102, 104) of FIG. 1A). The at least one connector port (207) can include an interface (177) and / or a connection terminal (178) disclosed in FIG. 1. For example, the at least one connector port (e.g., an ear jack hole) can also accommodate a connector (e.g., an ear jack) for transmitting and receiving audio signals with an external electronic device (e.g., an electronic device (102, 104) of FIG. 1A). For example, a hole formed in the first housing (210) and / or the second housing (220) can be used in common for the input module (203) and the audio output modules (201, 202). For example, the audio output module (201, 202) may include a speaker (e.g., a piezo speaker) that operates without the holes formed in the first housing (210) and / or the second housing (220).

[0096] According to various embodiments, the sensor module (204) (e.g., the sensor module (176) of FIG. 1) may generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to an internal operating state of the electronic device (200) or an external environmental state. The sensor module (204) may detect an external environment, for example, through a first surface (211) of the first housing (210). For example, the electronic device (200) may further include at least one sensor module arranged to detect the external environment through a second surface (212) of the first housing (210). The sensor module (204) (e.g., an illuminance sensor) may be arranged under the flexible display (230) to detect the external environment through the flexible display (230). According to various embodiments, the sensor module (204) may include at least one of a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a color sensor, an infrared (IR) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, an illuminance sensor, a proximity sensor, a biometric sensor, or an ultrasonic sensor.

[0097] According to various embodiments, the camera modules (205, 208) may include a first camera module (205) (e.g., a front camera device) disposed on a first side (211) of the first housing (210) and a second camera module (208) disposed on a second side (212) of the first housing (210). The electronic device (200) may further include a flash (209) disposed near the second camera module (208). The camera modules (205, 208) may include one or more lenses, an image sensor, and / or an image signal processor. The flash (209) may include, for example, a light emitting diode or a xenon lamp. The camera module (205, 208) may be arranged so that two or more lenses (e.g., a wide-angle lens, an ultra-wide-angle lens, or a telephoto lens) and image sensors are positioned on one side (e.g., a first side (211), a second side (212), a third side (221), or a fourth side (222)) of the foldable electronic device (200). The camera module (205, 208) may include the camera module (180) disclosed in FIG. 1. For example, the camera module (205, 208) may also include lenses and / or image sensors for time of flight (TOF).

[0098] According to various embodiments, the key input device (206) (e.g., a key button) may be disposed on a third side (213c) of the first side frame (213) of the first housing (210). For example, the key input device (206) may be disposed on at least one of the other sides (213a, 213b) of the first housing (210) and / or the sides (223a, 223b, 223c) of the second housing (220). For example, the key input device (206) may include a button for turning the power of the electronic device (200) on or off. For example, the key input device (206) may include a button for turning the volume of the electronic device (200) up or down. For example, the electronic device (200) may not include some or all of the key input devices (206), and the key input devices (206) that are not included may be implemented in other forms, such as soft keys, on the flexible display (230). For example, the key input devices (206) may be implemented using a pressure sensor included in the flexible display (230).

[0099] According to various embodiments, some of the camera modules (e.g., the first camera module (205)) or the sensor module (204) among the camera modules (205, 208) may be arranged to be exposed through the flexible display (230). For example, the first camera module (205) or the sensor module (204) may be arranged to be in contact with the external environment through an opening (e.g., a through hole) at least partially formed in the flexible display (230) in the internal space of the electronic device (200). Some of the sensor modules (204) may also be arranged to perform their functions without being visually exposed through the flexible display (230) in the internal space of the electronic device (200). In this case, an area of ​​the flexible display (230) facing the sensor module may not require an opening.

[0100] Referring to FIG. 3B, the electronic device (200) may be operated to maintain an intermediate folded state via a hinge (240) (e.g., the hinge (240) of FIG. 2B or FIG. 4). For example, the electronic device (200) may control the flexible display (230) to display different contents on a display area corresponding to the first side (211) (e.g., the first flat area (230a)) and a display area corresponding to the third side (221) (e.g., the second flat area (230b)). The electronic device (200) can be operated in a substantially unfolded state (e.g., the unfolded state of FIG. 2A) and / or a substantially folded state (e.g., the folded state of FIG. 3A) based on a predetermined angle of inflection (e.g., the angle between the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) when in an intermediate folded state) through the hinge (240). For example, the electronic device (200) can be operated to be in an unfolded state (e.g., the unfolded state of FIG. 2A) when pressure is applied in an unfolding direction (e.g., in the B direction) when the electronic device (200) is in an unfolded state at a predetermined angle of inflection through the hinge (240). For example, the electronic device (200) can be operated to be in a closed state (e.g., the folded state of FIG. 3A) when pressure is applied in a folding direction (e.g., in the C direction) when the electronic device (200) is in an unfolded state at a predetermined angle of inflection through the hinge (240). For example, the electronic device (200) may be operated to remain folded or unfolded at various angles via the hinge (240).

[0101] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device (e.g., a foldable electronic device) according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0102] Referring to FIG. 4, an electronic device (200) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1) may include a first side frame (213) of a first housing (210), a second side frame (223) of a second housing (220), and a hinge (240) (e.g., the hinge (240) of FIG. 2B) that rotatably connects the first side frame (213) and the second side frame (223). For example, the hinge (240) may include a hinge device, a hinge module, or a hinge assembly.

[0103] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include a first support plate (2131) that is at least partially coupled with a first side frame (213) of a first housing (210) and disposed within the first housing (210), and a second support plate (2231) that is at least partially coupled with a second side frame (223) of a second housing (220) and disposed within the second housing (220). The first support plate (2131) may be formed integrally with the first side frame (213) or structurally coupled with the first side frame (213). The second support plate (2231) may be formed integrally with the second side frame (223) or structurally coupled with the second side frame (223). For example, the flexible display (230) of the electronic device (200) may be arranged to be supported by the first support plate (2131) and the second support plate (2231).

[0104] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include a first rear cover (214) coupled with a first side frame (213) of a first housing (210) and providing a first space between the first side frame (213) and a first support plate (2131), and a second rear cover (224) coupled with a second side frame (223) of a second housing (220) and providing a second space between the second side frame (213) and the second support plate (2231). For example, the first side frame (213) and the first rear cover (214) may be formed integrally. For example, the second side frame (223) and the second rear cover (224) may be formed integrally.

[0105] In one embodiment, the first housing (210) may include a first side frame (213), a first support plate (2131), and / or a first rear cover (214). For example, the second housing (220) may include a second side frame (223), a second support plate (2231), and / or a second rear cover (224). For example, the electronic device (200) may include a sub-display (232) that is arranged to be visible from the outside through at least a portion of the first rear cover (214).

[0106] According to various embodiments, the electronic device (200) may include a first substrate assembly (261) (e.g., a first printed circuit board), a camera assembly (263), a first battery (271), and / or a first bracket (251) disposed in a first space between a first side frame (213) and a first rear cover (214).

[0107] According to one embodiment, the camera assembly (263) may include a plurality of camera modules (e.g., camera modules (205, 208) of FIGS. 2A and 3A). The camera assembly (263) may be electrically connected to a first substrate assembly (261) (e.g., a first printed circuit board). The first bracket (251) may provide a support structure for supporting the first substrate assembly (261) and / or the camera assembly (263).

[0108] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include a second substrate assembly (262) (e.g., a second printed circuit board), an antenna (290) (e.g., a coil member), a second battery (272), and / or a second bracket (252) disposed in a second space between the second side frame (223) and the second rear cover (224).

[0109] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include a wiring member (280) (e.g., a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB)) that extends from the first substrate assembly (261) across the hinge (240) to a plurality of electronic components (e.g., a second substrate assembly (262) (e.g., a second printed circuit board), a second battery (272), or an antenna (290)) disposed between the second side frame (223) and the second rear cover (224) and provides an electrical connection.

[0110] According to one embodiment, the antenna (290) may include a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, and / or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna. For example, the NFC antenna may perform short-range communication with an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (102, 104) of FIG. 1A). For example, the wireless charging antenna may charge the electronic device (200) or wirelessly supply power to an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (102, 104) of FIG. 1A). For example, the MST antenna may be used for electronic payment of the electronic device (200).

[0111] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include a hinge housing (241) (e.g., a hinge cover) that supports or covers the hinge (240) and is exposed to the outside when the electronic device (200) is in a folded state (e.g., the folded state of FIG. 3A) and is positioned so as not to be visible from the outside by being at least partially introduced into the internal space of the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) when the electronic device (200) is in an unfolded state (e.g., the unfolded state of FIG. 2A).

[0112] FIG. 5 is a drawing schematically showing a part of the configuration of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0113] According to various embodiments, the electronic device (200) disclosed below may include at least some embodiments of the electronic device (101) disclosed in FIG. 1A and / or the electronic device (200) disclosed in FIGS. 2A to 4. In the description of the electronic device (200) disclosed below, the same reference numerals are given to components that are substantially the same as those of the embodiments disclosed in FIGS. 1A to 4 described above, and redundant descriptions of their functions may be omitted.

[0114] According to one embodiment, the embodiment of the electronic device (200) disclosed below is described by way of example with a foldable electronic device, but is not limited thereto, and can be substantially equally applied to electronic devices such as a bar type, a rollable type, a multi-foldable type, or a sliding type.

[0115] According to one embodiment, the embodiment related to the electronic device (200) disclosed in the present document is described with respect to a foldable electronic device having a structure in which the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are unfolded and folded in a vertical direction (e.g., y-axis direction and -y-axis direction), but is not limited thereto, and can be substantially equally applied to a foldable electronic device having a structure in which the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are unfolded and folded in a horizontal direction (e.g., x-axis direction and -x-axis direction).

[0116] For example, FIG. 5 may be a drawing schematically showing some configurations of an electronic device (200) in an unfolded state according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0117] Referring to FIG. 5, an electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a first housing (210), a second housing (220), a metal antenna (A1) (e.g., a first antenna), a coil antenna (A2) (e.g., a second antenna), a short-range wireless communication circuit (192), and / or a matching circuit (510).

[0118] According to one embodiment, the first housing (210) can be at least partially coupled with the first side of the hinge (240). The first housing (210) can include a first non-conductive portion (2161) and a second non-conductive portion (2162) formed on the first side frame (213). For example, the first non-conductive portion (2161) and the second non-conductive portion (2162) can be formed on the first side (213a) of the first side frame (213). For example, the first non-conductive portion (2161) can be formed in the -x-axis direction of the first side (213a). For example, the first non-conductive portion (2161) can include a first segment or a first slit. For example, the second non-conductive portion (2162) may be formed in the x-axis direction of the first side (213a). For example, the second non-conductive portion (2162) may include a second segment or a second slit.

[0119] According to one embodiment, the first housing (210) may include a conductive portion (216) disposed between a first non-conductive portion (2161) and a second non-conductive portion (2162). For example, the conductive portion (216) may be electrically connected to a near-field communication circuit (192) (e.g., a wireless communication module of FIG. 1A). For example, the conductive portion (216) (e.g., an antenna radiator) may be electrically connected to the near-field communication circuit (192) via a matching circuit (510) and may operate as a metal antenna (A1) (e.g., a first antenna). For example, the metal antenna (A1) may include the conductive portion (216). For example, the metal antenna (A1) may perform near-field communication (NFC) with an external electronic device (e.g., an external electronic device (102, 104) of FIG. 1A). For example, the metal antenna (A1) may be electrically connected to the matching circuit (510) and / or the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) via the first conductive path (521). For example, the first conductive path (521) may include a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB). For example, the metal antenna (A1) disclosed below may be the first antenna. For example, the metal antenna (A1) disclosed below may operate as the first antenna.

[0120] In one embodiment, the second housing (220) may be at least partially coupled to a second side of the hinge (240). The second housing (220) may be configured to be unfoldable and foldable with respect to the first housing (210) about a folding axis (F) using the hinge (240). The second housing (220) may include a coil antenna (A2) (e.g., a second antenna) therein. For example, the coil antenna (A2) may be disposed within a second side frame (223) of the second housing (220). For example, the coil antenna (A2) may include the antenna (290) disclosed in FIG. 4. For example, the coil antenna (A2) may include a coil pattern in which a wire is spirally wound.

[0121] In one embodiment, the coil antenna (A2) may be electrically connected to a short-range wireless communication circuit (192). For example, the coil antenna (A2) may be electrically connected to the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) via a matching circuit (510). For example, the coil antenna (A2) may perform short-range wireless communication with an external electronic device (e.g., the external electronic device (102, 104) of FIG. 1A). For example, the coil antenna (A2) may be electrically connected to the matching circuit (510) via a second conductive path (522). For example, the second conductive path (522) may include a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB). A portion of the coil antenna (A2) may be electrically connected to a ground (G). For example, the coil antenna (A2) disclosed below may be a second antenna. For example, the coil antenna (A2) disclosed below can operate as a second antenna.

[0122] According to one embodiment, the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) and the matching circuit (510) may be included in a first printed circuit board (e.g., the first board assembly (261) of FIG. 4)) disposed within a first housing (210). According to various embodiments, the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) and the matching circuit (510) may be included in a second printed circuit board (e.g., the second board assembly (262) of FIG. 4)) disposed within a second housing (220).

[0123] According to one embodiment, the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) may be electrically connected to the matching circuit (510). The short-range wireless communication circuit (192) may transmit a voltage transmitted through the battery (189) to the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna) and the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna). For example, the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) may transmit a voltage transmitted through the battery (189) to the metal antenna (A1) and the coil antenna (A2) through the matching circuit (510). For example, the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) may transmit a voltage and / or a feeding signal required for short-range wireless communication to the metal antenna (A1) and the coil antenna (A2) through the matching circuit (510). The short-range wireless communication circuit (192) may include a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC). For example, the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) may perform substantially the same function as the wireless communication module (192) disclosed in FIG. 1A, with only a difference in expression. For example, the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) may perform short-range wireless communication with an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (102, 104) of FIG. 1A).

[0124] According to one embodiment, the matching circuit (510) may be electrically connected to the metal antenna (A1) via a first conductive path (521). The matching circuit (510) may be electrically connected to the coil antenna (A2) via a second conductive path (522). The matching circuit (510) may control electrical characteristics of at least one of the metal antenna (A1) and the coil antenna (A2). For example, the matching circuit (510) may control parasitic resonance and current flow of at least one of the metal antenna (A1) and the coil antenna (A2). The matching circuit (510) may be electrically connected to the ground (G). For example, the matching circuit (510) may apply a variable transmission voltage to the metal antenna (A1) and / or the coil antenna (A2). For example, the matching circuit (510) may transmit a first voltage to the metal antenna (A1) and a second voltage to the coil antenna (A2) based on the state of the electronic device (200). For example, the first voltage may be a higher voltage than the second voltage. For example, the second voltage may be a higher voltage than the first voltage. For example, the first voltage and the second voltage may be substantially the same voltage. For example, the first voltage and the second voltage may vary depending on the control of the processor (120) and / or the short-range wireless communication circuit (192). For example, the state of the electronic device (200) may include an unfolding state, a folding state, a grip state, illumination around the electronic device (200), and / or a case mounting state. For example, the matching circuit (510) may also be electrically connected to a processor (e.g., the processor (120) of FIG. 1A). For example, the impedance of the matching circuit (510) can be adjusted according to the control of the processor (120) and / or the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) when the metal antenna (A1) and / or the coil antenna (A2) are in operation.

[0125] According to various embodiments, the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) may transmit voltage and / or power supply signals required for short-range wireless communication to the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna) and the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) without going through the matching circuit (510). For example, the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) may be electrically connected to the metal antenna (A1) through the first conductive path (521) and may be electrically connected to the coil antenna (A2) through the second conductive path (522). For example, the matching circuit (510) may be omitted. The short-range wireless communication circuit (192) may apply a variable transmission voltage to the metal antenna (A1) and / or the coil antenna (A2). For example, the expression “transmit” disclosed in this document may include the meanings of transmitting, sending, and / or applying.

[0126] According to one embodiment, the matching circuit (510) may include at least one switch (e.g., switch (610) of FIG. 6) and / or at least one lumped element (e.g., lumped element (620) of FIG. 6). For example, the lumped element (e.g., passive element) may include a resistor, a capacitor, and / or an inductor. For example, the matching circuit (510) may change the connection of the metal antenna (A1) and / or the coil antenna (A2) to the ground (G) using the at least one switch and the at least one lumped element. For example, the matching circuit (510) may be configured to electrically connect or electrically disconnect the metal antenna (A1) and / or the coil antenna (A2) to the ground (G) under the control of the processor (120) and / or the short-range wireless communication circuit (192). For example, when the metal antenna (A1) and / or the coil antenna (A2) are in operation, the matching circuit (510) can adjust the impedance transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) and / or the coil antenna (A2) according to the control of the processor (120) and / or the short-range wireless communication circuit (192).

[0127] FIG. 6 is a diagram schematically showing the configuration of a matching circuit according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0128] Referring to FIG. 6, the matching circuit (510) may include at least one switch (610) and / or at least one lumped element (620) (D1, D2, Dn, open). The matching circuit (510) may be electrically connected to a first conductive path (521) and a second conductive path (522). For example, at least one lumped element (620) (e.g., a passive element) may have different element values. For example, at least one lumped element (620) may include a resistor having various resistance values, a capacitor having various capacitance values, and / or an inductor having various inductance values. For example, the matching circuit (510) may transmit a first voltage to the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna) through a first conductive path (521) and a second voltage to the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) through a second conductive path (522) using at least one switch (610) and at least one lumped element (620), under the control of the processor (120) and / or the short-range wireless communication circuit (192). For example, the matching circuit (510) may transmit a variable transmission voltage to the metal antenna (A1) and / or the coil antenna (A2) using at least one switch (610) and at least one lumped element (620).

[0129] According to one embodiment, at least one switch (610) may include a micro-electro mechanical systems (MEMS) switch. The MEMS switch performs a mechanical switching operation by means of an internal metal plate, and thus has a perfect turn on / off characteristic, and thus may not substantially affect changes in the radiation characteristics of the metal antenna (A1) and / or the coil antenna (A2). For example, the at least one switch (610) may include a single pole single throw (SPST), a single pole double throw (SPDT), or a switch including three or more throws.

[0130] FIG. 7 is a drawing schematically showing the configuration of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0131] Referring to FIG. 7, an electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a battery (189), a short-range wireless communication circuit (192), a matching circuit (510), a metal antenna (A1), a coil antenna (A2), a sensor module (176), a memory (130), and / or a processor (120).

[0132] According to one embodiment, the battery (189), the short-range wireless communication circuit (192), the matching circuit (510), the metal antenna (A1), the coil antenna (A2), the sensor module (176), the memory (130), and the processor (120) may be electrically or operatively connected.

[0133] According to one embodiment, the battery (189) can power at least one component included in the electronic device (200).

[0134] According to one embodiment, the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) may be electrically connected to a metal antenna (A1) (e.g., a first antenna) via a first conductive path (521). The short-range wireless communication circuit (192) may be electrically connected to a coil antenna (A2) (e.g., a second antenna) via a second conductive path (522). The short-range wireless communication circuit (192) may transmit a voltage and / or a radio frequency signal to the metal antenna (A1) and / or the coil antenna (A2). For example, the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) may transmit a first voltage to the metal antenna (A1) and a second voltage to the coil antenna (A2) under the control of the processor (120). For example, the first voltage and the second voltage may be variably adjusted under the control of the processor (120) and / or the short-range wireless communication circuit (192). For example, at least one short-range wireless communication circuit (192) may be arranged on a first printed circuit board (e.g., the first board assembly (261) of FIG. 4). For example, at least one short-range wireless communication circuit (192) may be arranged on a second printed circuit board (e.g., the second board assembly (262) of FIG. 4).

[0135] According to one embodiment, the matching circuit (510) may be electrically connected to the metal antenna (A1) via a first conductive path (521). The matching circuit (510) may be electrically connected to the coil antenna (A2) via a second conductive path (522). The matching circuit (510) may be operated under the control of the processor (120) and / or the short-range wireless communication circuit (192). The matching circuit (510) may control electrical characteristics of the metal antenna (A1) and / or the coil antenna (A2). For example, the matching circuit (510) may vary (e.g., from about 1.5 volts to about 5.8 volts) a first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) and / or a second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) via the processor (120) and / or the short-range wireless communication circuit (192). For example, the matching circuit (510) can control the flow of current in the metal antenna (A1) and / or the coil antenna (A2).

[0136] According to one embodiment, the metal antenna (A1) may be disposed in the first housing (210). For example, the metal antenna (A1) may include a conductive portion (216) formed in the first housing (210). The coil antenna (A2) may be disposed in the second housing (220). The metal antenna (A1) and the coil antenna (A2) may be selectively operated depending on the state of the electronic device (200) (e.g., unfolded state, folded state, grip state, illumination state around the electronic device (200), and / or whether a case is mounted). For example, based on the state of the electronic device (200), the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) and the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) through the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) and / or the matching circuit (510) may be variably adjusted.

[0137] According to one embodiment, the sensor module (176) can detect whether the electronic device (200) is in an unfolded state or a folded state. The sensor module (176) can detect a grip state (e.g., a grip signal) of the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200). The sensor module (176) can detect whether a case (e.g., an LED (light emitting diode) suitcase) is mounted on the first housing (210) and / or the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200). The sensor module (176) can detect the illumination around the electronic device (200). For example, the sensor module (176) can include an acceleration sensor (711), a grip sensor (713), a case recognition sensor (715), and / or an illumination sensor (717). Signals or information detected through the sensor module (176) can be transmitted to the processor (120).

[0138] According to one embodiment, the acceleration sensor (711) can detect an unfolded state and / or a folded state of the electronic device (200). For example, the acceleration sensor (711) can detect an angle (e.g., an unfolded angle and a folded angle) between the first housing (210) and the second housing (220). For example, when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are unfolded or folded through the hinge (240), the acceleration sensor (711) can detect the angle between the first housing (210) and the second housing (220). For example, the acceleration sensor (711) can include a 6-axis sensor, a Hall sensor, an angular velocity sensor, and / or a gyro sensor.

[0139] According to one embodiment, the grip sensor (713) may be disposed in the first housing (210) and / or the second housing (220). The grip sensor (713) may detect whether a user of the electronic device (200) has gripped at least a portion of the first housing (210) and / or the second housing (220) using a hand (e.g., a palm and / or fingers).

[0140] In one embodiment, the case recognition sensor (715) can detect whether a case (e.g., an LED suitcase) is mounted on the first housing (210) and / or the second housing (220). For example, the case recognition sensor (715) can detect whether a case (e.g., a cover) is mounted on the back surface (e.g., in the -z-axis direction) of the second housing (220). For example, the case recognition sensor (715) can include any one of a proximity sensor, a touch sensor, and a pressure sensor.

[0141] In one embodiment, the light sensor (717) can detect the illuminance (e.g., brightness) around the electronic device (200). The illuminance can be the amount of light in the visible spectrum or the amount of electromagnetic radiation for all or part of the electronic device (200). The illuminance can be the amount of light in the visible spectrum or the amount of electromagnetic radiation for the light sensor (717). The processor (120) can variably control the second voltage of the coil antenna (A2), for example, based on the illuminance around the electronic device (200) detected by the light sensor (717). The case mounted on the electronic device (200) can include at least one light source, such as an LED, arranged to emit light in response to a signal from the coil antenna (A2). For example, the case can further include an antenna connected to the light source. By varying the second voltage of the coil antenna (A2), the amount of light emitted from the light source of the case can be controlled. As described above, the electronic device (200) can control the brightness of a case including a light source, such as an LED case, according to the illuminance detected by the illuminance sensor (717).

[0142] According to one embodiment, the memory (130) may store at least one parameter that can control the processor (120) and / or the short-range wireless communication circuit (192). For example, the memory (130) may store a parameter that can vary (e.g., from about 1.5 volts to about 5.8 volts) a first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna) and / or a second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) via the short-range wireless communication circuit (192). For example, the memory (130) may store parameters that can variably control the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) and the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) through the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) and / or the matching circuit (510) depending on the state of the electronic device (200) (e.g., unfolded state, folded state, grip state, lighting condition around the electronic device (200), and / or whether the case is mounted).

[0143] According to various embodiments, the memory (130) may store the initial screen, setting screen, and / or various applications of the electronic device (200) provided through the main display (230) (e.g., the first display) and / or the sub-display (232) (e.g., the second display). The memory (130) may store a user interface (UI) that may provide various services to the user of the electronic device (200). The memory (130) may perform a function of storing a program for processing and controlling the processor (120) (e.g., the program (140) of FIG. 1A), an operating system (e.g., the operating system (142) of FIG. 1A), various applications, and input / output data. The memory (130) may store a program that controls the overall operation of the electronic device (200). The memory (130) may store various setting information required when processing functions in the electronic device (200). The memory (130) may store at least one executable instruction. For example, the memory (130) may store at least one instruction that, when executed by the processor (120), causes the electronic device (200) to perform at least one operation. For example, the at least one instruction may be stored in a computer-readable recording medium. The recording medium may be tangible and non-transitory. The memory (130) and / or the recording medium may store one or more programs including at least one instruction.

[0144] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may be electrically or operatively connected to a battery (189), a short-range wireless communication circuit (192), a matching circuit (510), a metal antenna (A1), a coil antenna (A2), a sensor module (176), and a memory (130). The processor (120) may control the functions and operations of the battery (189), the short-range wireless communication circuit (192), the matching circuit (510), the metal antenna (A1), the coil antenna (A2), the sensor module (176), and the memory (130). The processor (120) may be configured to access the memory (130) and execute at least one instruction. The electronic device (200) may include at least one processor (120).

[0145] According to various embodiments, the processor (120) may control the overall operation of the electronic device (200) and the signal flow between internal components, and may perform a function of processing data. The processor (120) may include, for example, a central processing unit (CPU), an application processor, and / or a communication processor. The processor (120) may include a single core processor or a multi-core processor. The processor (120) may be composed of at least one processor. For example, the processor (120) may include an application processor (e.g., the main processor (121) of FIG. 1A) and a sensor hub processor (e.g., the auxiliary processor (123) of FIG. 1A). For example, the sensor hub processor may be operatively connected to the sensor module (176) and may transmit information detected and / or sensed through the sensor module (176) to the application processor.

[0146] According to various embodiments, an operation executed in the electronic device (200) may be performed and / or executed by at least one instruction stored in the processor (120) and / or the memory (130). For example, in this document, an embodiment in which the electronic device (200) may perform a certain operation may be interpreted to mean that the operation is performed by at least one instruction stored in the processor (120) and / or the memory (130).

[0147] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may be configured to cause the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a first voltage to a metal antenna (A1) (e.g., a first antenna) and a second voltage to a coil antenna (A2) (e.g., a second antenna) based on status information of the electronic device (200) detected through the sensor module (176). For example, the processor (120) may variably control the first voltage and the second voltage transmitted through the short-range wireless communication circuit (192).

[0148] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) so that a first voltage higher than a second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) is transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200) are in an unfolded state.

[0149] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a first voltage higher than a second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) to the metal antenna (A1) when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200) are in an unfolded state and a grip signal is detected from the second housing (220).

[0150] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) so that a second voltage higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) is transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200) are in a folded state.

[0151] According to one embodiment, when a first LED case (e.g., the first LED case (1001) of FIG. 10d) or a second LED case (e.g., the second LED case (1002) of FIG. 10d) is mounted in the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200), the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) so that a second voltage higher than a first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) is transmitted to the coil antenna (A2). For example, the first LED case (e.g., the first LED case (1001) of FIG. 10d) may include a first identifier (ID). For example, the second LED case (e.g., the second LED case (1002) of FIG. 10d) may include a second ID that is different from the first ID.

[0152] According to one embodiment, when a first LED case (1001) including a first ID is mounted in a second housing (220) of an electronic device (200), the processor (120) can control a short-range wireless communication circuit (192) so that a voltage corresponding to the first ID is transmitted to a coil antenna (A2).

[0153] According to one embodiment, when a second LED case (1002) including a second ID is mounted in a second housing (220) of an electronic device (200), the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) so that a voltage corresponding to the second ID is transmitted to the coil antenna (A2). For example, the first LED case (1001) may include a 1-1 NFC chip corresponding to the first ID (e.g., the 1-1 NFC chip (1011) of FIG. 10d), and the second LED case (1002) may include a 1-2 NFC chip corresponding to the second ID (e.g., the 1-2 NFC chip (1012) of FIG. 10d).

[0154] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) can variably control the second voltage transmitted from the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to the coil antenna (A2) based on the illumination around the electronic device (200) detected using the sensor module (176) (e.g., the illumination sensor (717)), thereby adjusting the light emission amount of the first LED case (1001) or the second LED case (1002).

[0155] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a second voltage higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) to the coil antenna (A2) when the electronic device (200) is used in a reader mode (e.g., POS function).

[0156] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a first voltage higher than a second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) to the metal antenna (A1) based on the second housing (220) being gripped by the grip sensor (713). For example, when a grip signal is detected in the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200), the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a first voltage higher than a second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) to the metal antenna (A1).

[0157] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a first voltage higher than a second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) to the metal antenna (A1) based on the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200) being in an unfolded state and the second housing (220) being in a gripped state.

[0158] FIG. 8A is a flowchart schematically illustrating a method for variably controlling voltage based on a state of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0159] In the description of the flowchart below, each operation may be executed sequentially, but may not necessarily be executed sequentially. For example, the order of each operation may be changed, and at least one operation may be executed in parallel. For example, the embodiments related to the method disclosed below may be executed individually or may be executed in combination with each other. For example, the embodiments disclosed in FIGS. 1A to 7 described above may be substantially identically applied and integrated with the embodiments of the flowchart disclosed below. For example, the operations disclosed in the flowchart below may be executed by at least one instruction stored in the processor (120) and / or the memory (130).

[0160] In operation 801, the processor (120) can check the status of the electronic device (200) using a sensor module (176) (e.g., acceleration sensor (711)).

[0161] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) can determine whether the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are in an unfolded or folded state. For example, the sensor module (176) can determine the unfolded or folded state of the electronic device (200) using at least one of an acceleration sensor (711), a 6-axis sensor, a Hall sensor, a gyro sensor, and an angular velocity sensor.

[0162] In operation 803, the processor (120) may transmit a first voltage to the metal antenna (A1) based on the state (e.g., unfolded state, folded state, and / or grip state) of the electronic device (200) detected through the sensor module (176).

[0163] In operation 805, the processor (120) may transmit a second voltage to the coil antenna (A2) based on the state (e.g., unfolded state, folded state, and / or grip state) of the electronic device (200) detected through the sensor module (176).

[0164] FIG. 8b is a flowchart schematically illustrating a method for variably controlling voltage according to an unfolded state and a folded state of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0165] In the description of the flowchart below, each operation may be executed sequentially, but may not necessarily be executed sequentially. For example, the order of each operation may be changed, and at least one operation may be executed in parallel. For example, the embodiments related to the method disclosed below may be executed separately or may be executed in combination with each other. For example, the embodiments disclosed in FIGS. 1A to 8A described above may be substantially identically applied and integrated with the embodiments of the flowchart disclosed below. For example, the embodiment disclosed in FIG. 8B may be substantially identically applied and integrated with the embodiment disclosed in FIG. 8A. For example, the operations disclosed in the flowchart below may be executed by at least one instruction stored in the processor (120) and / or the memory (130).

[0166] In operation 810, the electronic device (200) (e.g., processor (120)) can use the sensor module (176) (e.g., acceleration sensor (711)) to determine whether the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are in an unfolded state or a folded state.

[0167] According to one embodiment, the sensor module (176) can check the unfolded or folded state of the electronic device (200) using at least one of an acceleration sensor (711), a 6-axis sensor, a hall sensor, a gyro sensor, and an angular velocity sensor.

[0168] In operation 820, when the electronic device (200) is in an unfolded state, the processor (120) can check whether a grip signal is detected from the second housing (220).

[0169] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) can use a sensor module (176) (e.g., a grip sensor (713)) to determine whether the user has gripped the second housing (220).

[0170] In operation 830, the processor (120) may transmit a first voltage to a metal antenna (A1) disposed in the first housing (210) when a grip signal is detected in the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200).

[0171] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (200) is in an unfolded state and a grip signal is detected from the second housing (220), the metal antenna (A1) may be primarily used for tagging a point of sale (POS) device (e.g., the POS device (900) of FIG. 9A). For example, when the electronic device (200) is in an unfolded state and a grip signal is detected from the second housing (220), the short-range wireless communication performance of the metal antenna (A1) may be better than that of the coil antenna (A2). For example, when the electronic device (200) is in an unfolded state and a grip signal is detected from the second housing (220), the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) may include a higher voltage value than the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2).

[0172] In operation 840, the processor (120) may transmit a second voltage to the coil antenna (A2) when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200) are in a folded state. According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may transmit the second voltage to the coil antenna (A2) using the grip sensor (713) when a grip signal is not detected from the second housing (220).

[0173] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (200) is in a folded state and no grip signal is detected from the second housing (220), the coil antenna (A2) may be primarily used to tag a POS device (e.g., the POS device (900) of FIG. 9B). For example, when the electronic device (200) is in a folded state and no grip signal is detected from the second housing (220), the short-range wireless communication performance of the coil antenna (A2) may be better than that of the metal antenna (A1). For example, when the electronic device (200) is in a folded state and no grip signal is detected from the second housing (220), the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) may include a higher voltage value than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1).

[0174] According to one embodiment, when the processor (120) detects the unfolded state of the electronic device (200) and the grip signal, the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) may be a higher voltage than the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) when the electronic device (200) is in the folded state and the grip signal is not detected.

[0175] According to one embodiment, when the processor (120) detects the folded state of the electronic device (200) and no grip signal is detected from the second housing (220), the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) may be a higher voltage than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) when the processor (120) detects the unfolded state of the electronic device (200) and no grip signal is detected.

[0176] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a first voltage higher than a second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) to the metal antenna (A1) when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200) are in an unfolded state and a grip signal is detected from the second housing (220).

[0177] In one embodiment, the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a second voltage higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) to the coil antenna (A2) when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200) are in a folded state and a grip signal is not detected from the second housing (220).

[0178] FIG. 9A is a schematic diagram illustrating a usage state in which an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention is tagged to a POS device using a metal antenna when the device is in an unfolded state. FIG. 9B is a schematic diagram illustrating a usage state in which an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention is tagged to a POS device using a coil antenna when the device is in a folded state.

[0179] Referring to FIG. 9A, when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200) are in an unfolded state and the user grips the edge (e.g., the side) of the second housing (220) using a hand (910) (e.g., a finger), the metal antenna (A1) disposed on the first housing (210) can be used to tag the POS device (900).

[0180] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (200) is in an unfolded state and a grip signal is detected from the second housing (220), the first voltage transmitted from the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna) is higher than the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna), so that the short-range wireless communication performance of the metal antenna (A1) may be better than that of the coil antenna (A2).

[0181] According to various embodiments, when the electronic device (200) is in an unfolded state and a grip signal is detected from the first housing (210), the second voltage transmitted from the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) is higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna), so that the short-range wireless communication performance of the coil antenna (A2) may be better than that of the metal antenna (A1).

[0182] According to various embodiments, when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200) are in an unfolded state and the user grips a side of the first housing (210) (e.g., the second side (213b) and the third side (213c) of FIG. 2A) and / or a side of the second housing (220) (e.g., the fifth side (223b) and the sixth side (223c) of FIG. 2A)) using a hand (910) (e.g., a finger), the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) can be used to tag the POS device (900).

[0183] According to various embodiments, the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna) or the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) may be selectively used or may be used simultaneously depending on the grip position and / or grip method of the first housing (210) and / or the second housing (220).

[0184] Referring to FIG. 9b, when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200) are in a folded state and the user does not grip the side of the second housing (220) (e.g., the fifth side (223b) and the sixth side (223c) of FIG. 2a) using the hand (910) (e.g., the finger), the coil antenna (A2) disposed in the second housing (220) can be used to tag the POS device (900).

[0185] According to one embodiment, when the first housing (210) and the second housing (20) of the electronic device (200) are in a folded state and a grip signal is not detected from the second housing (220), the second voltage transmitted from the wireless communication circuit (192) to the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) is higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna), so that the short-range wireless communication performance of the coil antenna (A2) may be better than that of the metal antenna (A1).

[0186] According to various embodiments, the processor (120) and / or the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) can variably control the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna) and the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) based on the state of the electronic device (200) (e.g., the unfolded state, the folded state, and / or the grip state).

[0187] FIG. 10A is a schematic diagram illustrating a first case mounted on an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 10B is a schematic diagram illustrating a second case mounted on an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 10C is a schematic diagram illustrating a third case mounted on an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 10D is a schematic diagram illustrating a first LED case and a second LED case mounted on an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0188] Referring to FIG. 10A, a first case (1010) may be mounted on a second housing (220) of an electronic device (200). For example, the first case (1010) may be detachably mounted on a rear surface (e.g., the fourth surface (222) or the second rear cover (224) of FIG. 2C) of the second housing (220). For example, the first case (1010) may have a first thickness. For example, the first case (1010) may include a first NFC chip (1000a) that can be identified by the electronic device (200) using a sensor module (176) (e.g., a case recognition sensor (715)). For example, the first NFC chip (1000a) may include an ID that can be identified by the case recognition sensor (715).

[0189] According to one embodiment, when the processor (120) determines that the first case (1010) is mounted in the second housing (220) using the sensor module (176) (e.g., the case recognition sensor (715)), the processor (120) may transmit a second voltage corresponding to the first NFC chip (1000a) and / or the first thickness of the first case (1010) to the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna). For example, when the electronic device (200) operates in a reader mode (e.g., POS function), the processor (120) may transmit (e.g., apply) a second voltage (e.g., about 3.6 volts to 4.4 volts) higher than a reference voltage (e.g., about 3.3 volts) to the coil antenna (A2) to compensate for the first thickness of the first case (1010). For example, when a second voltage (e.g., about 4.4 volts) higher than a reference voltage (e.g., about 3.3 volts) is transmitted to the coil antenna (A2), the short-range wireless communication performance of the coil antenna (A2) can be improved.

[0190] According to various embodiments, the first case (1010) may not include the first NFC chip (1000a). For example, the first case (1010) may include a case thicker than the first thickness (e.g., a specified thickness). For example, when the processor (120) determines that a case thicker than the specified thickness is mounted on the second housing (220) using the sensor module (176) (e.g., the case recognition sensor (715)), the processor (120) may display a user interface (e.g., a notification) on the sub-display (232) (e.g., the second display) that prompts tagging of the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna) instead of the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) to the POS device (e.g., the POS device (900) of FIG. 9b).

[0191] According to various embodiments, when the processor (120) determines that the first case (1010) is mounted in the second housing (220) using the sensor module (176) (e.g., the case recognition sensor (715)), the processor (120) may transmit a second voltage (e.g., about 3.6 volts to 4.4 volts) to the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) and transmit a first voltage (e.g., about 3.6 volts to 4.4 volts) that is substantially the same as the second voltage (e.g., about 3.6 volts to 4.4 volts) to the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna). According to various embodiments, the processor (120) may also apply substantially the same voltage to the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna) and the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) even when the first case (1010) is not mounted in the second housing (220).

[0192] Referring to FIG. 10b, a second case (1020) may be mounted on a second housing (220) of an electronic device (200). For example, the second case (1020) may be detachably mounted on a rear surface of the second housing (220) (e.g., the fourth surface (222) or the second rear cover (224) of FIG. 2c). For example, the second case (1020) may have a second thickness. For example, the second thickness may be thinner than the first thickness of the first case (1010) described above. For example, the second case (1020) may include a second NFC chip (1000b) that the electronic device (200) can identify using a case recognition sensor (715). For example, the second NFC chip (1000b) may include an ID that can be identified through the case recognition sensor (715).

[0193] According to one embodiment, when the processor (120) determines that the second case (1020) is mounted in the second housing (220) using the sensor module (176) (e.g., the case recognition sensor (715)), the processor (120) may transmit a second voltage corresponding to the second NFC chip (1000b) and / or the second thickness of the second case (1020) to the coil antenna (A2). For example, when the electronic device (200) operates in a reader mode (e.g., POS function), the processor (120) may transmit a second voltage (e.g., about 4.0 volts) higher than a reference voltage (e.g., about 3.3 volts) to the coil antenna (A2) to compensate for the second thickness of the second case (1020). For example, when a second voltage (e.g., about 4 volts) higher than a reference voltage (e.g., about 3.3 volts) is transmitted to the coil antenna (A2), the short-range wireless communication performance of the coil antenna (A2) can be improved.

[0194] According to various embodiments, the second case (1020) may not include the second NFC chip (1000b). For example, the second case (1020) may include a case thicker than the second thickness (e.g., a specified thickness). For example, when the processor (120) determines that a case thicker than the specified thickness is mounted on the second housing (220) using the sensor module (176) (e.g., the case recognition sensor (715)), the processor (120) may display a user interface (e.g., a notification) on the sub-display (232) (e.g., the second display) that prompts tagging of the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna) instead of the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) to the POS device (e.g., the POS device (900) of FIG. 9b).

[0195] According to various embodiments, when the processor (120) determines that the second case (1020) is mounted in the second housing (220) using the sensor module (176) (e.g., the case recognition sensor (715)), the processor (120) may transmit a second voltage (e.g., about 4 volts) to the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) and transmit a first voltage (e.g., about 4 volts) substantially the same as the second voltage (e.g., about 4 volts) to the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna). According to various embodiments, the processor (120) may also apply substantially the same voltage to the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna) and the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) even when the second case (1020) is not mounted in the second housing (220).

[0196] Referring to FIG. 10c, a third case (1030) may be mounted on the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200). For example, the third case (1030) may be detachably mounted on the back surface (e.g., the fourth surface (222) or the second rear cover (224) of FIG. 2c) of the second housing (220). For example, the third case (1030) may have a third thickness. For example, the third thickness may be thinner than the second thickness of the second case (1020) described above. For example, the third case (1030) may include a third NFC chip (1000c) that the electronic device (200) can identify using the case recognition sensor (715). For example, the third NFC chip (1000c) may include an ID that can be identified through the case recognition sensor (715).

[0197] According to one embodiment, when the processor (120) determines that the third case (1030) is mounted on the second housing (220) using the sensor module (176) (e.g., the case recognition sensor (715)), the processor (120) may transmit a second voltage corresponding to the third NFC chip (1000c) and / or the third thickness of the third case (1030) to the coil antenna (A2). For example, when the electronic device (200) operates in a reader mode (e.g., POS function), the processor (120) may transmit a second voltage (e.g., about 3.6 volts) higher than a reference voltage (e.g., about 3.3 volts) to the coil antenna (A2) to compensate for the third thickness of the third case (1030). For example, when a second voltage (e.g., about 3.6 volts) higher than a reference voltage (e.g., about 3.3 volts) is transmitted to the coil antenna (A2), the short-range wireless communication performance of the coil antenna (A2) can be improved.

[0198] According to various embodiments, the third case (1030) may not include the third NFC chip (1000c). For example, the third case (1030) may include a case thicker than the third thickness (e.g., a specified thickness). For example, when the processor (120) determines that a case thicker than the specified thickness is mounted on the second housing (220) using the sensor module (176) (e.g., the case recognition sensor (715)), the processor (120) may display a user interface (e.g., a notification) on the sub-display (232) (e.g., the second display) that prompts tagging of the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna) instead of the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) to the POS device (e.g., the POS device (900) of FIG. 9b).

[0199] According to various embodiments, when the processor (120) determines that the third case (1030) is mounted in the second housing (220) using the sensor module (176) (e.g., the case recognition sensor (715)), the processor (120) may transmit a second voltage (e.g., about 3.6 volts) to the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) and transmit a first voltage (e.g., about 3.6 volts) substantially the same as the second voltage (e.g., about 3.6 volts) to the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna). According to various embodiments, the processor (120) may also apply substantially the same voltage to the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna) and the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) even when the third case (1030) is not mounted in the second housing (220).

[0200] Referring to FIG. 10d, a first LED case (1001) or a second LED case (1002) may be mounted on a second housing (220) of an electronic device (200). For example, the first LED case (1001) or the second LED case (1002) may be detachably mounted on a rear surface of the second housing (220) (e.g., the fourth surface (222) or the second rear cover (224) of FIG. 2c). For example, the first LED case (1001) or the second LED case (1002) may have different power (e.g., received power) transmitted from the coil antenna (A2) depending on the number and / or brightness of LEDs. For example, the first LED case (1001) may operate at a first received power (e.g., about 2.8 volts). For example, the second LED case (1002) can operate at a second receiving power (e.g., about 3.6 volts).

[0201] According to one embodiment, the first LED case (1001) may include a 1-1 NFC chip (1011) that the electronic device (200) can identify using a sensor module (176) (e.g., a case recognition sensor (715)). For example, the 1-1 NFC chip (1011) may include a first ID (e.g., 000000001) that can be identified via the case recognition sensor (715).

[0202] According to one embodiment, the second LED case (1002) may include a first-second NFC chip (1012) that the electronic device (200) can identify using a sensor module (176) (e.g., a case recognition sensor (715)). For example, the first-second NFC chip (1012) may include a second ID (e.g., 000000002) that can be identified via the case recognition sensor (715).

[0203] According to one embodiment, when the processor (120) determines that the first LED case (1001) is mounted in the second housing (220) using the sensor module (176) (e.g., the case recognition sensor (715)), the processor (120) may transmit a second voltage (e.g., about 2.8 V) corresponding to the first-first NFC chip (1011) and the first ID (e.g., 000000001) of the first LED case (1001) to the coil antenna (A2).

[0204] According to one embodiment, when the processor (120) determines that the second LED case (1002) is mounted in the second housing (220) using the sensor module (176) (e.g., the case recognition sensor (715)), the processor (120) may transmit a second voltage (e.g., about 3.6 V) corresponding to the first-second NFC chip (1012) and the second ID (e.g., 000000002) of the second LED case (1002) to the coil antenna (A2).

[0205] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) can variably control the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) according to the reception power required for the first LED case (1001) or the second LED case (1002), thereby reducing unnecessary current consumption or improving the performance of short-range wireless communication.

[0206] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) so that a second voltage higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) is transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) when any one of the first case (1010), the second case (1020), the third case (1030), the first LED case (1001) and the second LED case (1002) is mounted in the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200).

[0207] According to various embodiments, the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) so that substantially the same voltage is transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) and the coil antenna (A2) when any one of the first case (1010), the second case (1020), the third case (1030), the first LED case (1001) and the second LED case (1002) is mounted in the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200).

[0208] According to various embodiments, the processor (120) may apply substantially the same voltage to the metal antenna (A1) (e.g., the first antenna) and the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) even if any one of the first case (1010), the second case (1020), the third case (1030), the first LED case (1001) and the second LED case (1002) is not mounted in the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200).

[0209] FIG. 11 is a flowchart illustrating a method for variably controlling a voltage transmitted to a coil antenna when an LED case is mounted on an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0210] In operation 1110, the electronic device (200) (e.g., processor (120)) can detect that an LED case (e.g., first LED case (1001) or second LED case (1002)) is mounted on the second housing (220) using a sensor module (176) (e.g., case recognition sensor (715)).

[0211] In operation 1120, the processor (120) can use the case recognition sensor (715) to determine whether the first LED case (1001) or the second LED case (1002) is mounted in the second housing (220).

[0212] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) can identify a first ID corresponding to a 1-1 NFC chip (1011) mounted on a first LED case (1001) and a second ID corresponding to a 1-2 NFC chip (1012) mounted on a second LED case (1002) using a case recognition sensor (715), thereby confirming that the first LED case (1001) or the second LED case (1002) is mounted on the second housing (220).

[0213] In operation 1130, when the first LED case (1001) is mounted on the second housing (220), the processor (120) can transmit a voltage (e.g., about 2.8 volts) corresponding to the first ID to the coil antenna (A2).

[0214] According to various embodiments, when the first LED case (1001) is mounted in the second housing (220), the processor (120) may transmit a voltage (e.g., about 2.8 volts) to the metal antenna (A1) that is substantially the same as the voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2).

[0215] In operation 1140, when the second LED case (1002) is mounted on the second housing (220), the processor (120) can transmit a voltage corresponding to the second ID (e.g., about 3.6 volts) to the coil antenna (A2).

[0216] According to various embodiments, when the second LED case (1002) is mounted in the second housing (220), the processor (120) may transmit a voltage (e.g., about 3.6 volts) to the metal antenna (A1) that is substantially the same as the voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2).

[0217] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a second voltage higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) to the coil antenna (A2) when an LED case (e.g., the first LED case (1001) or the second LED case (1002)) is mounted in the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200).

[0218] According to various embodiments, the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) so that substantially the same voltage is transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) and the coil antenna (A2) when an LED case (e.g., the first LED case (1001) or the second LED case (1002)) is mounted in the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200).

[0219] According to one embodiment, when a first LED case (1001) including a first ID is mounted on a second housing (220) of an electronic device (200), the processor (120) can control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a voltage (e.g., about 2.8 volts) corresponding to the first ID to the coil antenna (A2).

[0220] According to one embodiment, when a second LED case (1002) including a second ID is mounted on a second housing (220) of an electronic device (200), the processor (120) can control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a voltage (e.g., about 3.6 volts) corresponding to the second ID to the coil antenna (A2).

[0221] FIG. 12 is a flowchart schematically illustrating a method for detecting ambient illumination of an electronic device and variably controlling a voltage transmitted to a metal antenna according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0222] In operation 1210, the electronic device (200) (e.g., processor (120)) can detect that an LED case (e.g., first LED case (1001) or second LED case (1002)) is mounted on the second housing (220) using a sensor module (176) (e.g., case recognition sensor (715)).

[0223] In operation 1220, the processor (120) may detect the illuminance around the electronic device (200) using a sensor module (176) (e.g., illuminance sensor (717)).

[0224] In operation 1230, the processor (120) can variably control the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) based on the illumination around the electronic device (200) detected using the illumination sensor (717).

[0225] In operation 1240, the processor (120) can adjust the light emission amount of the LED case (e.g., the first LED case (1001) or the second LED case (1002)) by variably controlling the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2).

[0226] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) can lower the level of the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) when the environment surrounding the electronic device (200) is dark, and can raise the level of the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) when the environment surrounding the electronic device (200) is bright.

[0227] For example, the transmission voltage of the coil antenna (A2) corresponding to the illumination around the electronic device (200) and the reception power of the LED case (e.g., the first LED case (1001) or the second LED case (1002)) can be adjusted as shown in [Table 1] below.

[0228] Transmitting voltage of the light coil antenna around the electronic device Receiving power of the LED case 0~200 lux approx. 2.8V approx. 47.6mW 200~400 lux approx. 3.3V approx. 66.0mW 400 lux or more approx. 3.6V approx. 78.0mW

[0229] According to one embodiment, the transmission voltage (e.g., second voltage) transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) is variably controlled according to the illumination around the electronic device (200), thereby reducing unnecessary current consumption in the LED case (e.g., first LED case (1001) or second LED case (1002)).

[0230] According to various embodiments, the embodiments related to the methods disclosed in FIGS. 7, 8, 11 and 12 described above may be executed separately or may be executed in combination with each other.

[0231] According to various embodiments, although the electronic device (200) according to the above-described embodiments is described by way of example with a foldable electronic device, the present invention is not limited thereto and can be substantially equally applied to electronic devices (1300, 1400) of the type described below. For example, the electronic devices (1300, 1400) disclosed below can substantially equally include at least some embodiments of the electronic devices (200) (e.g., foldable electronic devices) disclosed in FIGS. 1A to 12. In the description of the electronic devices (1300, 1400) disclosed below, the same reference numerals are given to components that are substantially the same as those of the embodiments disclosed in FIGS. 1A to 12 described above, and redundant descriptions of their functions may be omitted.

[0232] FIG. 13A is a perspective view of the front of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present invention. FIG. 13B is a perspective view of the rear of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0233] Referring to FIGS. 13A and 13B , an electronic device (1300) may include a housing (1310) that includes a first side (or front side) (1310A), a second side (or back side) (1310B), and a side surface (1310C) that encloses a space between the first side (1310A) and the second side (1310B). In another embodiment (not shown), the housing (1310) may refer to a structure that forms a portion of the first side (1310A), the second side (1310B), and the side surface (1310C) of FIGS. 13A and 13B . In one embodiment, the first side (1310A) may be formed by at least a portion of a substantially transparent front plate (1302) (e.g., a glass plate including various coating layers, or a polymer plate). The second side (1310B) may be formed by a substantially opaque back plate (1311). The back plate (1311) may be formed of, 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 (1310C) may be formed by a side bezel structure (1318) (or “side member”) that is coupled to the front plate (1302) and the back plate (1311) and comprises a metal and / or polymer. In some embodiments, the back plate (1311) and the side bezel structure (1318) may be formed integrally and comprise the same material (e.g., a metal material such as aluminum).

[0234] In the illustrated embodiment, the front plate (1302) may include a first region (1310D) extending seamlessly from the first side (1310A) toward the rear plate (1311) at both ends of a long edge of the front plate (1302). In the illustrated embodiment, the rear plate (1311) may include a second region (1310E) extending seamlessly from the second side (1310B) toward the front plate (1302) at both ends of a long edge. In some embodiments, the front plate (1302) or the rear plate (1311) may include only one of the first region (1310D) or the second region (1310E). In some embodiments, the front plate (1302) may not include the first region (1310D) and the second region (1310E), and may only include a flat plane that is arranged parallel to the second side (1310B). In these embodiments, when viewed from the side of the electronic device (1300), the side bezel structure (1318) may have a first thickness (or width) on the side that does not include the first region (1310D) or the second region (1310E), and may have a second thickness that is thinner than the first thickness on the side that includes the first region (1310D) or the second region (1310E).

[0235] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (1300) may include at least one of a display (1301), an audio module (1303, 1307, 1314), a sensor module (1304, 1319), a camera module (1305, 1312, 1313), a key input device (1317), an indicator (not shown), and a connector hole (1308). In some embodiments, the electronic device (1300) may omit at least one of the components (e.g., the key input device (1317) or the indicator) or may additionally include other components.

[0236] The display (1301) may be exposed, for example, through a substantial portion of the front plate (1302). In some embodiments, at least a portion of the display (1301) may be exposed through the front plate (1302), which forms the first surface (1310A) and the first region (1310D) of the side surface (1310C). In some embodiments, the corners of the display (1301) may be formed to be substantially identical to the adjacent outer shape of the front plate (1302). In other embodiments (not shown), the gap between the outer shape of the display (1301) and the outer shape of the front plate (1302) may be formed to be substantially identical to expand the area over which the display (1301) is exposed.

[0237] In another embodiment (not shown), a recess or opening may be formed in a portion of a screen display area of ​​the display (1301), and at least one of an audio module (1314), a sensor module (1304), and a camera module (1305) may be included aligned with the recess or opening. In another embodiment (not shown), at least one of an audio module (1314), a sensor module (1304), and a camera module (1305) may be included on a back surface of the screen display area of ​​the display (1301). In another embodiment (not shown), the display (1301) may be coupled to or disposed adjacent to a touch detection circuit, a pressure sensor capable of measuring the intensity (pressure) of a touch, and / or a digitizer capable of detecting a magnetic field-type stylus pen. In some embodiments, at least a portion of the sensor module (1304, 1319) and / or at least a portion of the key input device (1317) may be disposed in the first area (1310D) and / or the second area (1310E).

[0238] The audio module (1303, 1307, 1314) may include a microphone hole (1303) and a speaker hole (1307, 1314). The microphone hole (1303) may have a microphone disposed inside to acquire external sound, and in some embodiments, multiple microphones may be disposed to detect the direction of sound. The speaker hole (1307, 1314) may include an external speaker hole (1307) and a call receiver hole (1314). In some embodiments, the speaker hole (1307, 1314) and the microphone hole (1303) may be implemented as a single hole, or a speaker may be included without the speaker hole (1307, 1314) (e.g., a piezo speaker).

[0239] The sensor modules (1304, 1319) can generate electrical signals or data values ​​corresponding to the internal operating state of the electronic device (1300) or the external environmental state. The sensor modules (1304, 1319) can include, for example, a first sensor module (1304) (e.g., a proximity sensor) and / or a second sensor module (not shown) (e.g., a fingerprint sensor) disposed on a first surface (1310A) of the housing (1310), and / or a third sensor module (1319) (e.g., an HRM sensor) disposed on a second surface (1310B) of the housing (1310). The fingerprint sensor may be disposed on the first side (1310A) of the housing (1310) (e.g., the display (1301) as well as the second side (1310B). The electronic device (1300) may further include at least one of a sensor module not shown, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a color sensor, an infrared (IR) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

[0240] Camera modules (1305, 1312, 1313) may include a first camera module (1305) disposed on a first side (1310A) of the electronic device (1300), a second camera module (1312) disposed on a second side (1310B), and / or a flash (1313). The camera modules (1305, 1312) may include one or more lenses, an image sensor, and / or an image signal processor. The flash (1313) may include, for example, a light emitting diode or a xenon lamp. In some embodiments, two or more lenses (a wide-angle lens, an ultra-wide-angle lens, or a telephoto lens) and image sensors may be disposed on one side of the electronic device (1300).

[0241] The key input device (1317) may be disposed on a side surface (1310C) of the housing (1310). In other embodiments, the electronic device (1300) may not include some or all of the above-mentioned key input devices (1317), and the key input devices (1317) that are not included may be implemented in other forms, such as soft keys, on the display (1301). In other embodiments, the key input device (1317) may be implemented using a pressure sensor included in the display (1301). In some embodiments, the key input device (1317) may include a sensor module disposed on a second surface (1310B) of the housing (1310).

[0242] The indicator may be disposed, for example, on the first side (1310A) of the housing (1310). The indicator may provide, for example, status information of the electronic device (1300) in the form of light. In another embodiment, the light-emitting element may provide a light source that is linked to the operation of, for example, the camera module (1305). The indicator may include, for example, an LED, an IR LED, and a xenon lamp.

[0243] The connector hole (1308) may include a first connector hole (1308) that can accommodate a connector (e.g., a USB connector) for transmitting and receiving power and / or data with an external electronic device, and / or a second connector hole (or earphone jack) that can accommodate a connector for transmitting and receiving audio signals with an external electronic device.

[0244] Referring to FIGS. 13A and 13B , a side member (1318) (e.g., a side bezel structure) according to various embodiments of the present invention may form at least a portion of the exterior of an electronic device (1300). The side member (1318) (e.g., a housing (1310)) may be formed to surround a space between a front plate (1302) and a rear plate (1311). For example, the rear plate (1311) may be formed of a non-conductive material.

[0245] According to one embodiment, a side member (1318) (e.g., housing (1310)) may be formed with a first non-conductive portion (2161) and a second non-conductive portion (2162). For example, the first non-conductive portion (2161) and the second non-conductive portion (2162) may be formed in a first direction (e.g., y-axis direction or upward direction) of the side member (1318) (e.g., housing (1310)). For example, the first non-conductive portion (2161) and the second non-conductive portion (2162) may be formed in a first position (upward direction) of the side member (1318) (e.g., housing (1310)). For example, the first non-conductive portion (2161) and the second non-conductive portion (2162) may include segments or slits.

[0246] According to one embodiment, a conductive portion (216) (e.g., an antenna radiator) may be disposed between a first non-conductive portion (2161) and a second non-conductive portion (2162). For example, the conductive portion (216) may be electrically connected to a near-field communication circuit (192). For example, the conductive portion (216) may be electrically connected to the near-field communication circuit (192) and may operate as a metal antenna (A1) (e.g., a first antenna). For example, the metal antenna (A1) may include the conductive portion (216) (e.g., an antenna radiator). For example, the metal antenna (A1) may perform near-field communication (NFC) with an external electronic device (e.g., an external electronic device (102, 104) of FIG. 1A). For example, the metal antenna (A1) may be electrically connected to the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) via a first conductive path (521) (e.g., a connecting member (1445) of FIG. 14). For example, the first conductive path (521) may include a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB). For example, the metal antenna (A1) may also be electrically connected to the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) via a matching circuit (510) disclosed in FIG. 5. The electronic device (1300) disclosed in FIGS. 13A and 13B may include the matching circuit (510) disclosed in FIG. 5.

[0247] According to one embodiment, a coil antenna (A2) (e.g., a second antenna) may be disposed inside the side member (1318) (e.g., the housing (1310)). For example, the coil antenna (A2) may be included in a second direction (e.g., the -y-axis direction or the downward direction) of the side member (1318) (e.g., the housing (1310)). For example, the coil antenna (A2) may be disposed at a second position (e.g., the downward direction) of the side member (1318) (e.g., the housing (1310)). For example, the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) may include the antenna (1470) disclosed in FIG. 14. For example, the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) may include a coil pattern in which a wire is helically wound.

[0248] According to one embodiment, the coil antenna (A2) (e.g., the second antenna) may be electrically connected to the short-range wireless communication circuit (192). For example, the coil antenna (A2) may be electrically connected to the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) via the matching circuit (510) disclosed in FIG. 5. For example, the coil antenna (A2) may perform short-range wireless communication with an external electronic device (e.g., the external electronic device (102, 104) of FIG. 1A). For example, the coil antenna (A2) may be electrically connected to the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) via a second conductive path (522) (e.g., the connecting member (1445) of FIG. 14). For example, the second conductive path (522) may include a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB). A portion of the coil antenna (A2) may be electrically connected to the ground (G).

[0249] According to one embodiment, the short-range wireless communication circuitry (192) may be included in a printed circuit board (e.g., printed circuit board (1440) of FIG. 14) disposed within a side member (1318) (e.g., housing (1310)).

[0250] According to one embodiment, the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) can transmit a voltage transmitted through a battery (battery (189) of FIG. 1A or battery (1450) of FIG. 14) to a metal antenna (A1) (e.g., a first antenna) and a coil antenna (A2) (e.g., a second antenna). For example, the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) can transmit a voltage transmitted from a battery (battery (189) of FIG. 1A or battery (1450) of FIG. 14)) to the metal antenna (A1) and the coil antenna (A2). For example, the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) can transmit a voltage and / or a power supply signal required for short-range wireless communication to the metal antenna (A1) and the coil antenna (A2).

[0251] According to one embodiment, the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) can transmit a variable voltage (e.g., a transmission voltage) to the metal antenna (A1) and / or the coil antenna (A2). For example, the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) can be electrically connected to the metal antenna (A1) through a first conductive path (521) and electrically connected to the coil antenna (A2) through a second conductive path (522). For example, the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) can transmit a first voltage to the metal antenna (A1) and a second voltage to the coil antenna (A2) under the control of the processor (120). For example, the first voltage can be a higher voltage than the second voltage. For example, the second voltage can be a higher input than the first voltage. For example, the first voltage and the second voltage may be variably changed under the control of the processor (120) and / or the short-range wireless communication circuit (192).

[0252] According to one embodiment, when a grip signal is detected from a portion of a second direction (e.g., -y-axis direction or downward direction) of a housing (1310) (e.g., side member (1318)) through a sensor module (176) (e.g., grip sensor (713)), the processor (120) may transmit a first voltage to a metal antenna (A1) (e.g., a first antenna) and transmit a second voltage to a coil antenna (A2) (e.g., a second antenna). For example, the first voltage may be a higher voltage than the second voltage.

[0253] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a first voltage higher than a second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) to the metal antenna (A1) when a part of the second direction (e.g., the -y-axis direction or the downward direction) of the housing (1310) (e.g., the side member (1318)) is gripped by the user's hand.

[0254] According to one embodiment, when a grip signal is detected from a portion of a first direction (e.g., y-axis direction or upper direction) of the housing (1310) (e.g., side member (1318)) through the grip sensor (713), the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a second voltage higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) to the coil antenna (A2).

[0255] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a second voltage higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) to the coil antenna (A2) when the electronic device (1300) is used in a reader mode (e.g., POS function).

[0256] FIG. 14 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0257] Referring to FIG. 14, the electronic device (1400) may include a side member (1410) (e.g., a side bezel structure), a first support member (1411) (e.g., a bracket), a front plate (1420), a display (1430), a printed circuit board (1440), a battery (1450), a second support member (1460) (e.g., a rear case), an antenna (1470), and a rear plate (1480). In some embodiments, the electronic device (1400) may omit at least one of the components (e.g., the first support member (1411) or the second support member (1460)) or may additionally include other components. At least one of the components of the electronic device (1400) may be identical to or similar to at least one of the components of the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1A, or the electronic device (1300) of FIG. 13A and / or FIG. 13B, and any overlapping descriptions will be omitted below.

[0258] The first support member (1411) may be disposed inside the electronic device (1400) and connected to the side member (1410), or may be formed integrally with the side member (1410). The first support member (1411) may be formed of, for example, a metallic material and / or a non-metallic (e.g., polymer) material. The first support member (1411) may have a display (1430) coupled to one surface and a printed circuit board (1440) coupled to the other surface. The printed circuit board (1440) may be equipped with, for example, a processor (120), a memory (130), and / or an interface (177) disclosed in FIG. 1A. The processor may include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a graphic processing unit, an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor.

[0259] The memory may include, for example, volatile memory or non-volatile memory.

[0260] 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 (1400) to an external electronic device, for example, and may include a USB connector, an SD card / MMC connector, or an audio connector.

[0261] The battery (1450) is a device for supplying power to at least one component of the electronic device (1400), 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 (1450) may be disposed substantially on the same plane as, for example, the printed circuit board (1440). The battery (1450) may be integrally disposed within the electronic device (1400). In another embodiment, the battery (1450) may be disposed so as to be detachable from the electronic device (1400).

[0262] Antenna (1470) may be positioned between the rear plate (1480) and the battery (1450). The antenna (1470) may include, for example, a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, and / or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna. The antenna (1470) may, for example, perform short-range communication with an external device or wirelessly transmit and receive power required for charging. In another embodiment, the antenna structure may be formed by a portion or a combination of the side member (1410) and / or the first support member (1411).

[0263] According to one embodiment, a printed circuit board (1440) may be disposed on one surface (e.g., in the -z-axis direction) of a first support member (1411). The printed circuit board (1440) may include a first PCB (1440a) and / or a second PCB (1440b). For example, the first PCB (1440a) and the second PCB (1440b) may be disposed to be spaced apart from each other and may be electrically connected using a connecting member (1445) (e.g., a coaxial cable and / or an FPCB). In one embodiment, the printed circuit board (1440) may include a structure in which a plurality of printed circuit boards are stacked. For example, the printed circuit board (1440) may include an interposer structure. In one embodiment, the printed circuit board (1440) may be implemented in the form of a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) and / or a rigid printed circuit board (PCB).

[0264] An electronic device (200, 1300) according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a sensor module (176), a short-range wireless communication circuit (192), a metal antenna (A1) electrically connected to the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) and including a conductive portion (216) disposed between a first non-conductive portion (2161) and a second non-conductive portion (2162), a coil antenna (A2) electrically connected to the short-range wireless communication circuit (192), a processor (120), and a memory (130) storing instructions. According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor (120), may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to cause the electronic device (200, 1300) to check the state of the electronic device through the sensor module (176), and to transmit a first voltage to the metal antenna (A1) and a second voltage to the coil antenna (A2) based on the state of the electronic device detected through the sensor module (176).

[0265] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (1300) further includes a housing (1310), and the instructions, when executed by the processor (120), control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to cause the electronic device to transmit the second voltage higher than the first voltage to the coil antenna (A2) when a grip signal is detected from a portion of the housing (1310) in a first direction through the sensor module (176), and to transmit the first voltage higher than the second voltage to the metal antenna (A1) when a grip signal is detected from a portion of the housing (1310) in a second direction opposite to the first direction.

[0266] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) further includes a first housing (210), a second housing (220), and a hinge (240) coupled between the first housing (210) and the second housing (220), wherein the metal antenna (A1) may be disposed in the first housing (210), and the coil antenna (A2) may be disposed in the second housing (220).

[0267] According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor (120), may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to cause the electronic device to transmit the first voltage, which is higher than the second voltage, to the metal antenna (A1) when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are in an unfolded state.

[0268] According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor (120), may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to cause the electronic device to transmit the second voltage, which is higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1), to the coil antenna (A2) when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are in a folded state.

[0269] According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor (120), may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit the second voltage, which is higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1), to the coil antenna (A2) when the first LED case (1001) or the second LED case (1002) is mounted in the second housing (220).

[0270] According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor (120), may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a voltage corresponding to the first ID to the coil antenna (A2) when the first LED case (1001) including the first ID is mounted in the second housing (220).

[0271] According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor (120), may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a voltage corresponding to the second ID to the coil antenna (A2) when the second LED case (1002) including the second ID is mounted in the second housing (220).

[0272] According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor (120), may cause the electronic device to detect illuminance around the electronic device (200) using the sensor module (176), and, based on the detected illuminance, variably control the second voltage transmitted from the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to the coil antenna (A2) to adjust the light emission amount of the first LED case (1001) or the second LED case (1002).

[0273] According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor (120), may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit the second voltage, which is higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1), to the coil antenna (A2) when the electronic device is used in a reader mode.

[0274] According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor (120), may control the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to cause the electronic device to transmit the first voltage, which is higher than the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2), to the metal antenna (A1) when a grip signal is detected from the second housing (220).

[0275] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) further includes a matching circuit (510) electrically connected to the short-range wireless communication circuit (192), and the matching circuit (510) may be electrically connected to the metal antenna (A1) through a first conductive path (521) and electrically connected to the coil antenna (A2) through a second conductive path (522).

[0276] A method for controlling a voltage of an electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present invention may include an operation of checking whether a first housing (210) and a second housing (220) of the electronic device (200) are in an unfolded state or a folded state, an operation of checking whether a grip signal is detected in the second housing (220) when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are in an unfolded state, and an operation of transmitting a first voltage to a metal antenna (A1) disposed in the first housing (210) when the grip signal is detected in the second housing (220).

[0277] According to one embodiment, the method may further include an operation of transmitting a second voltage to a coil antenna (A2) disposed in the second housing (220) when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are in a folded state and the grip signal is not detected in the second housing (220).

[0278] According to one embodiment, the method may further include an operation in which, when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are in an unfolded state and the grip signal is detected in the second housing (220), the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) is controlled to be higher than the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2).

[0279] According to one embodiment, the method may further include an operation in which, when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are in a folded state and the grip signal is not detected in the second housing (220), the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) is controlled to be higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1).

[0280] According to one embodiment, the method may further include an operation of detecting that a first LED case (1001) including a first ID (identifier) ​​or a second LED case (1002) including a second ID is mounted in the second housing (220), and an operation of transmitting a second voltage higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) to the coil antenna (A2) when the first LED case (1001) or the second LED case (1002) is mounted in the second housing (220).

[0281] According to one embodiment, the method may further include an operation of transmitting a voltage corresponding to the first ID to the coil antenna (A2) when the first LED case (1001) is mounted in the second housing (220).

[0282] According to one embodiment, the method may further include an operation of transmitting a voltage corresponding to the second ID to the coil antenna (A2) when the second LED case (1002) is mounted in the second housing (220).

[0283] According to one embodiment, the method may further include an operation of detecting the illuminance around the electronic device (200), an operation of variably controlling the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) based on the detected illuminance, and an operation of adjusting the light emission amount of the first LED case (1001) or the second LED case (1002).

[0284] According to one embodiment, the method may further include an operation of transmitting a second voltage higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) to the coil antenna (A2) when the electronic device (200) is used in a leader mode.

[0285] An electronic device (1300, 1400) according to various embodiments of the present invention may include a housing (1310) including a front plate (1302), a rear plate (1311), and a side member (1318) surrounding a space between the front plate (1302) and the rear plate (1311). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (1300, 1400) may include a metal antenna (A1) including a first non-conductive portion (2161) and a second non-conductive portion (2162) formed in a first direction of the side member (1318), a conductive portion (216) disposed between the first non-conductive portion (2161) and the second non-conductive portion (2162), and a coil antenna (A2) disposed inside the side member (1318) in a second direction opposite to the first direction. According to one embodiment, the electronic device (1300, 1400) may include a short-range wireless communication circuit (192) electrically connected to the metal antenna (A1) and the coil antenna (A2), a sensor module (176) configured to detect a grip position of the housing (1310), a processor (120), and a memory (130) storing instructions.

[0286] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may transmit a first voltage to the metal antenna (A1) when a grip signal is detected in a part of the second direction of the housing (1310), and transmit a second voltage higher than the first voltage to the coil antenna (A2) when a grip signal is detected in a part of the first direction of the housing (1310). According to one embodiment, when the grip signal is detected in a part of the second direction of the housing (1310), the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) may have a higher voltage than the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) when a grip signal is detected in a part of the first direction.

[0287] 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.

[0288] 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.

[0289] 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).

[0290] 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.

[0291] According to one embodiment, the method according to various embodiments disclosed in this document may be provided as a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded between sellers and buyers as a product. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a device-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM)) or may be provided through an application store (e.g., Play Store). TM ) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones), online distribution (e.g., downloading or uploading). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be at least temporarily stored or temporarily created in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or an intermediary server.

[0292] 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.

[0293] The embodiments of the present disclosure disclosed in this specification and drawings are merely specific examples presented to easily explain the technical contents according to the embodiments of the present disclosure and to help understand the embodiments of the present disclosure, and are not intended to limit the scope of the embodiments of the present disclosure. Therefore, the scope of one embodiment of the present disclosure should be interpreted as including all changes or modified forms derived based on the technical idea of ​​one embodiment of the present disclosure, in addition to the embodiments disclosed herein, within the scope of one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0294] An electronic device according to one embodiment may include a sensor module, a communication circuit, a first antenna electrically connected to the communication circuit, a second antenna electrically connected to the communication circuit, a processor, and a memory storing instructions. The instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to check a state of the electronic device through the sensor module, and control the communication circuit to transmit a first voltage to the first antenna and a second voltage to the second antenna based on the state of the electronic device detected through the sensor module.

[0295] The above communication circuit may be a short-range wireless communication circuit. The first antenna may be a metal antenna or may include a conductive portion disposed between a first non-conductive portion and a second non-conductive portion. The second antenna may be a coil antenna.

[0296] The state of the electronic device detected through the sensor module may include a folded state, an unfolded state, a state in which the first area of ​​the electronic device is gripped, a lighting state, a state in which the electronic device is mounted in a case, or a state in which the electronic device is mounted in a case including an LED.

[0297] An electronic device according to one embodiment may include a sensor module, a communication circuit, a first antenna electrically connected to the communication circuit, a second antenna electrically connected to the communication circuit, a processor, and a memory configured to store instructions. The instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to control the communication circuit to transmit a first voltage to the first antenna and a second voltage to the second antenna, determine a state of the electronic device through the sensor module, and control the communication circuit to transmit a third voltage different from the first voltage to the first antenna or a fourth voltage different from the second voltage to the second antenna based on the state of the electronic device detected through the sensor module. Based on the state of the electronic device detected through the sensor module, the electronic device can control the communication circuit to transmit a third voltage different from the first voltage to the first antenna and a fourth voltage different from the second voltage to the second antenna.

[0298] The above communication circuit may be a short-range wireless communication circuit. The first antenna may be a metal antenna or may include a conductive portion disposed between a first non-conductive portion and a second non-conductive portion. The second antenna may be a coil antenna.

[0299] The state of the electronic device detected through the sensor module may include a folded state, an unfolded state, a state in which the first area of ​​the electronic device is gripped, a lighting state, a state in which the electronic device is mounted in a case, or a state in which the electronic device is mounted in a case including an LED.

[0300] It should be understood that the above-described embodiments and their technical features can be combined with each other in any and all combinations, as long as there is no conflict between the two embodiments or features. That is, each and all combinations of two or more of the above-described embodiments are implemented and encompassed within the present disclosure. One or more features of any embodiment can be incorporated into any other embodiment, and corresponding advantages or benefits can be provided.

Claims

1. In electronic devices (200, 1300), Sensor module (176); Short-range wireless communication circuit (192); A metal antenna (A1) electrically connected to the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) and including a conductive portion (216) disposed between a first non-conductive portion (2161) and a second non-conductive portion (2162); A coil antenna (A2) electrically connected to the above short-range wireless communication circuit (192); processor (120); and Includes a memory (130) for storing instructions, The above instructions, when executed by the processor (120), cause the electronic device (200, 1300) to: Check the status of the electronic device through the sensor module (176), An electronic device that controls the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a first voltage to the metal antenna (A1) and a second voltage to the coil antenna (A2) based on the state of the electronic device detected through the sensor module (176).

2. In paragraph 1, Including further housing (1310), The above instructions, when executed by the processor (120), cause the electronic device to: An electronic device that controls the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit the second voltage higher than the first voltage to the coil antenna (A2) when a grip signal is detected from a part of the first direction of the housing (1310) through the sensor module (176), and to transmit the first voltage higher than the second voltage to the metal antenna (A1) when a grip signal is detected from a part of the second direction opposite to the first direction of the housing (1310).

3. In paragraph 1, 1st housing (210); Second housing (220); and Further comprising a hinge (240) coupled between the first housing (210) and the second housing (220), An electronic device in which the metal antenna (A1) is placed in the first housing (210) and the coil antenna (A2) is placed in the second housing (220).

4. In paragraph 3, The above instructions, when executed by the processor (120), cause the electronic device to: An electronic device that controls the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit the first voltage, which is higher than the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2), to the metal antenna (A1) when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are in an unfolded state.

5. In paragraph 3 or 4, The above instructions, when executed by the processor (120), cause the electronic device to: An electronic device that controls the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit the second voltage, which is higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1), to the coil antenna (A2) when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are in a folded state.

6. In any one of paragraphs 3 to 5, The above instructions, when executed by the processor (120), cause the electronic device to: An electronic device that controls the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit the second voltage, which is higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1), to the coil antenna (A2) when the first LED case (1001) or the second LED case (1002) is mounted on the second housing (220).

7. In paragraph 6, The above instructions, when executed by the processor (120), cause the electronic device to: When the first LED case (1001) including the first ID is mounted on the second housing (220), the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) is controlled to transmit a voltage corresponding to the first ID to the coil antenna (A2), An electronic device that controls the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit a voltage corresponding to the second ID to the coil antenna (A2) when the second LED case (1002) including the second ID is mounted in the second housing (220).

8. In paragraph 6 or 7, The above instructions, when executed by the processor (120), cause the electronic device to: Using the above sensor module (176), the illuminance around the electronic device (200) is detected, An electronic device that variably controls the second voltage transmitted from the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to the coil antenna (A2) based on the detected illuminance to adjust the light emission amount of the first LED case (1001) or the second LED case (1002).

9. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 8, The above instructions, when executed by the processor (120), cause the electronic device to: An electronic device that controls the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit the second voltage, which is higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1), to the coil antenna (A2) when the electronic device is used in a leader mode.

10. In paragraph 3 or 4, The above instructions, when executed by the processor (120), cause the electronic device to: An electronic device that controls the short-range wireless communication circuit (192) to transmit the first voltage, which is higher than the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2), to the metal antenna (A1) when a grip signal is detected in the second housing (220).

11. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 10, It further includes a matching circuit (510) electrically connected to the short-range wireless communication circuit (192), The above matching circuit (510) is Electrically connected through the above metal antenna (A1) and the first conductive path (521), An electronic device electrically connected to the coil antenna (A2) through a second conductive path (522).

12. In a method for controlling the voltage of an electronic device (200), An operation of checking whether the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) of the electronic device (200) are in an unfolded or folded state; When the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are in an unfolded state, an operation of checking whether a grip signal is detected in the second housing (220); and A method including an operation of transmitting a first voltage to a metal antenna (A1) disposed in the first housing (210) when the grip signal is detected in the second housing (220).

13. In paragraph 12, A method further comprising an operation of transmitting a second voltage to a coil antenna (A2) disposed in the second housing (220) when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are in a folded state and the grip signal is not detected in the second housing (220).

14. In paragraph 13, A method further comprising an operation in which, when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are in an unfolded state and the grip signal is detected in the second housing (220), the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1) is controlled to be higher than the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2).

15. In paragraph 13 or 14, A method further comprising an operation in which, when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are in a folded state and the grip signal is not detected in the second housing (220), the second voltage transmitted to the coil antenna (A2) is controlled to be higher than the first voltage transmitted to the metal antenna (A1).

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