a hinge device for a portable terminal that includes a first housing and a second housing is provided . the first and second housings are connected by a hinge device at one end of the first housing , and they rotate so that the front and back faces may be reversed . the hinge device includes a first hinge base combined with one side of an end portion of the first housing , a second hinge base combined with one side of an end portion of the second housing and rotating in opposition to the first hinge base , and an elastic member providing an elastic force in a direction that the first hinge base and the second hinge base are adhered closely to each other . the hinge device facilitates a user &# 39 ; s viewing of video , such as dmb video , and contributes to the diversification of the design of the portable terminal .