Smartphone
noun
1.
a device that combines a cell phone with a hand-held computer, typically offering Internet access, data storage, email capability, etc.
noun
1.
(computing) a mobile telephone with computer features that may enable it to interact with computerized systems, send e-mails, and access the web
noun
a mobile telephone with extended features as a personal digital assistant, Internet browser, etc.; also written smart phone
Examples
In terms of features, most smartphones support full featured email capabilities with the functionality of a complete personal organizer.
a cellular phone offering advanced capabilities, such as a PC-like operating system and Internet access; also written smart phone
Examples
There is no agreement in the industry about what a smartphone actually is and definitions have changed over time.
Word Origin
1978
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