Abstract: An electronic device and method for collectively controlling target devices are provided. The electronic device includes a communication unit configured to communicate data, and a processor configured to initiate a group conversation to control at least one target device, and, upon reception of a control command to control a function of the at least one target device, to transmit the control command to the at least one target device through the group conversation.

Abstract: Provided is a guide device for a sliding unit used in a sliding-type portable terminal. The guide device includes a slide lower portion, a guide plate, a slide plate integrally engaged with a bottom surface of the slide lower portion, the slide plate sliding while being confined in the guide plate in a way to face the guide plate, and a plurality of lubrication members provided with intervals therebetween in a longitudinal direction of the guide plate to facilitate sliding of the slide plate. The guide device achieves slimness and lightweightness while maintaining mechanical stiffness.