Patent ID: 8923934

Claim:
A dual display folder type terminal having a first folder and a second folder each having a screen and coupled by a hinge, comprising: a manipulation unit formed in the hinge, the manipulation unit including a plurality of input keys or touch screen elements for providing a plurality of different command functions of the terminal, the manipulation unit comprises: a first outer manipulation unit formed in a first outer surface of the hinge positioned at the inside of the dual display folder type terminal when the dual display folder type terminal is opened; and a hinge guard manipulation unit for providing at least one command function of the terminal when the dual display folder is in at least a closed position, the hinge guard manipulation unit formed in an outer surface of a hinge guard running alongside the hinge; wherein the hinge comprises a cylindrical shaft, and the hinge guard comprises first and second hinge guard portions on opposing sides of the shaft, the first hinge guard portion connecting the hinge and the first folder, the second hinge guard portion connecting the hinge and the second folder.