Vivo is poised to transform the foldable device landscape with an innovative patent recently filed in China. This groundbreaking concept features a foldable device that not only includes a primary screen but also integrates a detachable secondary screen, complete with its own internal hardware. Such an approach marks a significant departure from current foldable designs, emphasizing modularity and independent functionality.
The patented design comprises two distinct screens: one as the main display and the other as a detachable unit that connects magnetically. These screens communicate via contact points located along their borders. When they are separated, the secondary screen can operate autonomously, capable of executing tasks based on data from the main device or potentially another electronic controller.
With its internal hardware, this secondary display can showcase visuals and even produce audio independently. In contrast to traditional foldables where folded segments remain inactive, Vivo’s dual-screen setup allows for simultaneous use of both displays. This could lead to a variety of applications; for example, during presentations, one screen could show slides while the other manages controls and notes.
In gaming, the second screen could provide alternative viewpoints or status checks, enhancing the media experience by dedicating it to either audio or video output. However, skepticism arises regarding potential pitfalls. The risk of misplacing the detachable screen should not be overlooked, especially if it functions as a phone.
Additionally, possessing a large non-active strip in the center of the device could pose design challenges, indicating that Vivo’s project may lean more towards a modular tablet than a traditional smartphone. In any case, it is exciting to witness such innovation on the horizon.