A portable device (e.g., a wireless device such as a cell phone) is provided with a flexible keyboard and a flexible display screen. Such flexible components may be stored in the housing of the portable device when not in use. The flexible display screen and flexible keyboard may be expanded from the housing when the flexible components are utilized by a user. Non-flexible display and input components may be provided on the exterior of the portable device such that the device may be used, in some form, while the flexible components are stored. In one embodiment, a portion of the flexible display (or flexible keyboard) may be utilized when the flexible display (or flexible keyboard) is stored in said first housing.

A portable device (e.g., a wireless device such as a cell phone) is provided with a flexible keyboard and a flexible display screen. Such flexible components may be stored in the housing of the portable device when not in use. The flexible display screen and flexible keyboard may be expanded from the housing when the flexible components are utilized by a user. Non-flexible display and input components may be provided on the exterior of the portable device such that the device may be used, in some form, while the flexible components are stored. In one embodiment, a portion of the flexible display (or flexible keyboard) may be utilized when the flexible display (or flexible keyboard) is stored in said first housing.

A long keyboard key device includes a base plate, a keycap, and a support unit disposed between the base plate and the keycap and including outer and inner frame members that are pivotally connected together. The outer frame member has a frame body, two first engaging parts engaging rotatably first pivotal mounting brackets of the base plate, and a first balance rod embedded in the frame body and having a plurality of engaging sections that engage rotatably first clips of the keycap. The inner frame member has a frame plate, a plurality of second engaging parts engaging rotatably second pivotal mounting brackets of the base plate, and a plurality of third engaging parts engaging rotatably second clips of the keycap.

A long keyboard key device includes a base plate, a keycap, and a support unit disposed between the base plate and the keycap and including outer and inner frame members that are pivotally connected together. The outer frame member has a frame body, two first engaging parts engaging rotatably first pivotal mounting brackets of the base plate, and a first balance rod embedded in the frame body and having a plurality of engaging sections that engage rotatably first clips of the keycap. The inner frame member has a frame plate, a plurality of second engaging parts engaging rotatably second pivotal mounting brackets of the base plate, and a plurality of third engaging parts engaging rotatably second clips of the keycap.

A vertical keyboard, which is used with key top pressing direction set to a substantially horizontal direction, includes a housing having opening portions into which the key tops are fitted. A lower internal surface of the opening portion is inclined with respect to a direction perpendicular to the surface of the housing, in a downward direction from the keyboard interior toward the keyboard surface side. This can reduce adhesion or accumulation of dust or dirt in a space between the lower internal surface of the opening portion and the lower internal surface of the key top.

A vertical keyboard, which is used with key top pressing direction set to a substantially horizontal direction, includes a housing having opening portions into which the key tops are fitted. A lower internal surface of the opening portion is inclined with respect to a direction perpendicular to the surface of the housing, in a downward direction from the keyboard interior toward the keyboard surface side. This can reduce adhesion or accumulation of dust or dirt in a space between the lower internal surface of the opening portion and the lower internal surface of the key top.

A keyboard module pivotally connected to an electronic device is provided. The keyboard module comprises a bottom plate, a plurality of keys, a keyboard frame and a hinge structure. The plurality of keys are disposed on the bottom plate. The key includes a keycap and a support member for connecting the keycap to the bottom plate. The keyboard frame includes a plurality of openings to expose the keycaps. The hinge structure pivotally connects a display module of the electronic device with the keyboard frame or the bottom plate. When the display module rotates to drive the keyboard frame (or the bottom plate), the keycap moves relative to the keyboard frame (or the bottom plate). An electronic device including the keyboard module is also provided.

A keyboard module pivotally connected to an electronic device is provided. The keyboard module comprises a bottom plate, a plurality of keys, a keyboard frame and a hinge structure. The plurality of keys are disposed on the bottom plate. The key includes a keycap and a support member for connecting the keycap to the bottom plate. The keyboard frame includes a plurality of openings to expose the keycaps. The hinge structure pivotally connects a display module of the electronic device with the keyboard frame or the bottom plate. When the display module rotates to drive the keyboard frame (or the bottom plate), the keycap moves relative to the keyboard frame (or the bottom plate). An electronic device including the keyboard module is also provided.

An electrical load control device such as, for example, an electrical switch is disclosed. In use, the electrical device includes a manual switch or mechanical actuator positioned with an opening or aperture of a front cover of the device, the manual switch or actuator being arranged and configured to manipulate a connected load. The electrical device includes one or more geometries, surface features, or spacers arranged and configured within the aperture of the front cover. During use, the geometries, surfaces features, or spacers are arranged and configured to interact with the manual switch or actuator to reposition and/or align the switch or actuator within the aperture so that a consistent and uniform gap or spacing is maintained between the outer perimeter of the switch or actuator and the inner surface of the aperture. In one embodiment, the geometries, surfaces features, or spacers may be positioned within one or more of the corners of the aperture.

An electrical load control device such as, for example, an electrical switch is disclosed. In use, the electrical device includes a manual switch or mechanical actuator positioned with an opening or aperture of a front cover of the device, the manual switch or actuator being arranged and configured to manipulate a connected load. The electrical device includes one or more geometries, surface features, or spacers arranged and configured within the aperture of the front cover. During use, the geometries, surfaces features, or spacers are arranged and configured to interact with the manual switch or actuator to reposition and/or align the switch or actuator within the aperture so that a consistent and uniform gap or spacing is maintained between the outer perimeter of the switch or actuator and the inner surface of the aperture. In one embodiment, the geometries, surfaces features, or spacers may be positioned within one or more of the corners of the aperture.