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Portable computer with flip keyboard

  • US 7,742,290 B1
  • Filed: 03/28/2007
  • Issued: 06/22/2010
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/28/2007
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A computer, comprising:

  • a display screen;

    a transparent input panel having opposed first and second planar surfaces, wherein the first and second surfaces are contact sensitive and configured for receiving user input;

    grooves formed in the input panel to slidably accommodate a flexible template with QWERTY key markings;

    a hinge that secures the input panel over the display screen when in a closed position, and secures the input panel away from the display screen and any other objects of the computer when in an opened position; and

    a switch for deactivating the first planar surface and activating the second planar surface when the input panel is rotated about the hinge and secured in the open position.

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