LG Electronics has filed a patent for a new type of slider phone wherein a motorized, protecting covering containing the microphone and antenna slides open to reveal the keypad and screen. The Drawer phone aims to fill the shortcomings of bar phones where the distance between the speaker and microphone is much shorter than the distance from the ear to the mouth, clamshell phones improve on this but they are often difficult to open with one hand. So what are the benefits of this new technology ? When in use the antenna is extended thus improving reception and when idle the antenna slides back giving a neat look. Additionally, the drawer cover includes a transparent window to allow users to view the LCD beneath when the phone is closed, also acting as a screen protector from scratches that may occur.
[from New Launches]
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