Communication device having metallic frame that includes a T-shaped slot antenna

A communication device comprising:

• a metallic frame having an interior mounting surface for receiving one or more functional components and comprising a first frame member having a first portion extending uninterrupted across one lateral side of the metallic frame, the first portion providing structural support to the communication device, the metallic frame being a base metallic frame;
• a T-shaped slot antenna formed in a second portion of the first frame member adjacent to the first portion, the T-shaped slot antenna having first and second arms separated at a gap and partially encompassing a slot;
• wherein the second portion of the first frame member enables radio frequency communication by at least one of the functional components via the T-shaped slot antenna of the communication device;
• and
• a base cover that comprises plastic fill portions that close openings in the base metallic frame, the base cover attached over a back portion of the base metallic frame.