smartphone

American  

[smahrt-fohn] / ˈsmɑrtˌfoʊn /

Or smart phone

noun

1. a device that combines a cell phone with a handheld computer, typically offering internet access, data storage, email capability, etc.

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smartphone British  

/ ˈsmɑːtˌfəʊn /

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

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Etymology

Origin of smartphone

First recorded in 1995–2000

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• cell phone vs. smartphone

Example Sentences

"I don't even think he knew the war was going on. He didn't read the news and didn't have a smartphone."

From BBC

The models PrismML developed are designed to operate on consumer devices such as smartphones and laptops, as well as industrial-edge devices.

From The Wall Street Journal

Needing to be unfurled twice, like a travel brochure, the smartphone packs a display measuring 10 inches diagonally when fully opened—almost as big as a standard tablet.

From The Wall Street Journal

The introduction of a touch screen smartphone was game changing.

From Barron's

Struggles in the smartphone market have pushed shares down more than 30% over the past year to around $5, but smart glasses offer potential for a turnaround.

From Barron's