Microsoft's new patent exposed: Folding screen mobile phone may usher in new breakthroughs

Although Microsoft's Surface Duo series of dual-screen mobile phones have gradually faded out of public view, the company recently announced a new patent called "US-20240069605", which once again attracted attention to its mobile device strategy. This patent describes a "folding screen spine cover device" and its application publication date is February 29, 2024.

According to the patent abstract, the design includes a component called a "spine cover" that protects the hinges inside the device. When the phone is folded, the spine cover moves to the device's internal hinge mechanism, helping to reduce the overall thickness of the device and improve the grip.

It is understood that Microsoft canceled the development of Surface Duo 3 and instead focused on Research and development of foldable screen and candy bar mobile phones. Especially with the departure of Panos Panay, the former head of Microsoft's Windows and Devices Division, there are rumors that "Surface Duo, Surface Studio, and Surface Headphones will not launch new products in the foreseeable future." . Now, Microsoft's latest patent seems to further confirm that the company is actively exploring the possibility of folding screen phone market.

Although it is not yet certain whether Microsoft will launch this new "Surface Phone" or when it will be released, Microsoft continues to make progress in the field of mobile devices. Innovation makes people full of expectations. In the future, perhaps we will witness Microsoft making new breakthroughs in folding screen technology and bringing unique design concepts. Microsoft has been committed to promoting the development of technology and applying these innovations to mobile devices, which may bring us more surprises in the future.

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