handheld computer

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Definition of handheld computer in English English dictionary

A mobile device (also known as converged device, handheld device, handheld computer, "Palmtop" or simply 'handheld) is a pocket-sized computing device, typically comprising a small visual display screen for user output and a miniature keyboard or touch screen for user input. In the case of the personal digital assistant (PDA) the input and output are combined into a touch-screen interface. Smartphones and PDAs are popular amongst those who require the assistance and convenience of a conventional computer, in environments where carrying one would not be practical

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A handheld computer

handheld

Hyphenation

handheld com·put·er

Turkish pronunciation

händheld kımpyutır

Pronunciation

/ˈhandˈheld kəmˈpyo͞otər/ /ˈhændˈhɛld kəmˈpjuːtɜr/