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cell phone vs. smartphone

noun

Telecommunications.
  1. a wireless telephone using a system of low-powered radio transmitters, with each transmitter covering a distinct geographical area cell, and computer equipment to switch a call from one area to another, thus enabling broad-scale portable phone service.
  2. such a wireless telephone that has other functions, as text messaging or internet access.


noun

  1. a device that combines a cell phone with a handheld computer, typically offering internet access, data storage, email capability, etc. Compare dumbphone ( def ), landline ( def 3 ).