Mobile device is a general term for any handheld computer or smartphone. Tablets, e-readers, smartphones, PDAs, portable music players, smartwatches, and fitness trackers with smart capabilities are all mobile devices. Show Yagi Studio / Digital Vision / Getty Images Characteristics of Mobile DevicesMobile devices have similar characteristics. Among them are:
Smartphones Are EverywhereSmartphones have taken our society by storm. If you don't have one, you may want one. Examples include the iPhone and Android phones, including the Google Pixel line. PixabaySmartphones are advanced versions of traditional cellphones in that they have the same features as cellphones, such as the ability to make and receive phone calls, text messages, and voicemail. However, they can also be used to browse the internet, send and receive emails, participate in social media, and shop online. Most mobile devices can also download apps from the internet using a cellular or Wi-Fi connection to expand their capabilities in a number of ways. TabletsTablets are portable, like laptops, but they provide a different experience. Instead of running traditional laptop and desktop computer applications, they run apps designed specifically for tablets. The experience is similar to using a laptop computer but not the same. Tablets come in all sizes, from slightly larger than a smartphone to the size of a small laptop. Pixabay Although you can buy a separate keyboard accessory, tablets come with virtual on-screen keyboards for typing and inputting information. They use touchscreen interfaces, and the familiar mouse is replaced with a tap from a finger or stylus. There are many tablet manufacturers. Popular tablets include Microsoft Surface Go, Samsung Galaxy Tablet, Fire HD 10, Lenovo Tab M10, and Apple iPad. E-ReadersE-readers are specialized tablets that are designed for reading digital books. Those digital books can be purchased or downloaded free from online sources. Well-known e-reader lines include Barnes & Noble Nook, Amazon Kindle, and Kobo, all of which are available in several models. You can also read digital books on tablets that have an ebook app installed. For example, Apple's iPad ships with iBooks and supports downloadable apps to read Nook, Kindle, and Kobo digital books. Pixabay WearablesSmartwatches and fitness trackers are among the newest additions to the mobile device landscape. Many of these wearables are powered by the same or similar mobile operating systems as phones and tablets, and they're capable of running their own apps. Pixabay Most wearable devices are made to pair with another mobile device, such as a smartphone, to share data and create a more convenient experience. Popular smartwatches include the Apple Watch, Samsung Galaxy Watch3, and Fitbit Sense. Fitness trackers include Fitbit Charge 3, Garmin Forerunner 3, and Amazon Halo. Other Mobile DevicesSome portable music players have access to the internet and can download apps to enhance their value to their owners. For example, the Apple iPod touch is an iPhone without the phone. In all other respects, it offers the same experience. Sony's high-end Walkman is a luxurious audio player with Android streaming apps. PDAs, the business person's best friend for years, fell out of favor with the introduction of smartphones, but some are being reimagined with Wi-Fi access and rugged designs that make them useful to the military and people who work outdoors. FAQ
Thanks for letting us know! What phones that function like a computer?HP's Elite x3 is a Windows 10-powered smartphone launching this summer and aimed at business consumers. The company is hoping employees will use it as their only work device, replacing their desktop or laptop computers.
What type of computer is a mobile phone?A mobile device is a general term for any type of handheld computer. These devices are designed to be extremely portable, and they can often fit in your hand. Some mobile devices—like tablets, e-readers, and smartphones—are powerful enough to do many of the same things you can do with a desktop or laptop computer.
Does a mobile phone have a computer?Yes, smartphones and tablets are indeed considered computers. A computer is really any device that accepts input from a user, performs calculations on that input, and provides an output to the user.
What is mobile in a computer?In the computer world, the term mobile device refers to any electronic device that be easily moved from one location to another. Over time, this category has expanded to include cell phones, laptops, smartphones, smartwatches, and other portable devices.
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