Abstract: In accordance with the invention, a mobile communications device is provided. The mobile communication device includes an upper part housing a display, a middle part having a first set of user keys and a lower part having a second set of user keys and a top surface. In a preferred embodiment, the mobile communication device is a mobile telephone. The mobile communications device further includes a rotating means, preferably a hinge, rotatably connecting the upper part and the middle part. In addition, the mobile communications device comprises a sliding assembly slidably connecting said upper part and said middle part to the lower part. The upper and middle parts are slid along the top surface of the lower part in a path defined by the sliding assembly to open or close the mobile device. Further, the upper part housing the display is rotatable about the rotating means when the mobile communication device is in a fully open and operational position.