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mobile device
Generally refers to a cellphone, smartphone or tablet. However, depending on context, the term may encompass laptops and netbooks or any other portable, electronic product. See mobile platform.
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Definition: mobile device
Generally refers to a cellphone, smartphone or tablet. However, depending on context, the term may encompass laptops and netbooks or any other portable, electronic product. See mobile platform.
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