smartphone
noun
smart·phone
ˈsmärt-ˌfōn 
variants
or less commonly smart phone
plural smartphones also smart phones
: a cell phone that includes additional software functions (such as email or an Internet browser)
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The display area matches the size of a human pupil and achieves a resolution beyond 25,000 pixels per inch (ppi), which is about 150 times denser than most smartphone screens.
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2025
This can enable them to scan packages, follow turn-by-turn walking directions and capture proof of delivery all without needing to use a smartphone.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 23 Oct. 2025
The last two features both connect directly to Also proprietary smartphone app.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
Samsung is one of many tech companies that have tried to make virtual and augmented reality headsets as pervasive as smartphones and laptops, although such devices are still a niche primarily appealing to early adopters, tech enthusiasts and gamers.
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2025
This can enable them to scan packages, follow turn-by-turn walking directions and capture proof of delivery all without needing to use a smartphone.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 23 Oct. 2025
The last two features both connect directly to Also proprietary smartphone app.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
Samsung is one of many tech companies that have tried to make virtual and augmented reality headsets as pervasive as smartphones and laptops, although such devices are still a niche primarily appealing to early adopters, tech enthusiasts and gamers.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2025
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“Smartphone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/smartphone. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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smartphone
noun
smart·phone
ˈsmärt-ˌfōn
: a cell phone that includes additional functions (as email or an Internet browser)
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