Decode every mobile spec without second-guessing the jargon.

2G is an early mobile network generation mainly associated with voice calls, SMS, and very basic data services.

3.5mm headphone jack is an audio-related term used to describe sound playback, audio transfer, or accessory support.

3G is an older mobile network generation that improved data support beyond basic voice and text services.

4G is the fourth-generation mobile network standard that brought much faster mobile data than older 2G and 3G systems.

5G is the fifth-generation mobile network standard designed for faster speeds, lower latency, and better network capacity than older generations.

802.11 is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

A-GPS refers to Assisted GPS and is commonly used in device specifications.

A2DP refers to Advanced Audio Distribution Profile and is commonly used in device specifications.

AAC refers to Advanced Audio Coding and is commonly used in device specifications.

Accelerometer is a hardware term used to describe performance, memory, or core internal components.

Airplane mode is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Alarm Clock is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Alphanumeric is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

AMOLED is a display technology where each pixel lights itself, helping deliver deep blacks, strong contrast, and vibrant colors.

Analog is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Android is the Google-backed mobile operating system used by many phone, tablet, and other device brands.

ANT+ is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Antenna is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

AnTuTu Benchmark is a synthetic score that estimates overall device performance across CPU, GPU, memory, and UX tasks.

Aperture describes how wide the camera lens opening is when light enters the sensor.

APN refers to Access Point Name and is commonly used in device specifications.

Apple AirPlay is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

Apple AirPlay 2 is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

Apple iOS is the operating system used on iPhone and related Apple mobile devices.

Apple iOS 7 is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Apple iOS 8 is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Apple iOS 9 is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Apple iOS 10 is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Apple iOS 11 is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Apple iOS 12 is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Apple Pay is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

aptX is an audio-related term used to describe sound playback, audio transfer, or accessory support.

Architecture is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Aspect ratio shows the proportional relationship between display width and height.

Audio features describe the sound-related technologies supported by the phone, speakers, microphones, or headphone output.

Audio jack is an audio-related term used to describe sound playback, audio transfer, or accessory support.

Autofocus is the camera system that automatically adjusts focus to keep the subject sharp.

Autofocus is the camera system that automatically adjusts focus to keep the subject sharp.

AVRCP refers to Audio/Video Remote Control Profile and is commonly used in device specifications.

Bada OS is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Band is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

Bandwidth is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

Bar is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Base Station is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Battery capacity is the total amount of charge the battery can store, usually measured in mAh.

Battery charging refers to how the device battery is refilled and what charging speed or method it supports.

Battery life describes how long the device can run before it needs to be charged again.

Battery type tells you the chemistry or construction style of the battery, such as Li-ion, Li-Polymer, or newer variants.

BeiDou Navigation Satellite System is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Benchmarking is a hardware term used to describe performance, memory, or core internal components.

Bezel less display means the screen is surrounded by relatively slim borders for a more immersive front design.

Biometrics means using a body-based trait such as fingerprint or face data for identification or unlocking.

Bit is a hardware term used to describe performance, memory, or core internal components.

BlackBerry OS is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

BlackBerry Playbook OS is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology used to connect accessories like earbuds, watches, speakers, keyboards, and cars.

Boot Time is the total time a device takes to start from the moment the power button is pressed until the operating system is fully loaded and ready to use.

bps refers to Bits per Second and is commonly used in device specifications.

Brand is the company behind the device, such as Samsung, Apple, Xiaomi, vivo, or Motorola.

Broadband is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

Browser is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Build Material is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Byte is a hardware term used to describe performance, memory, or core internal components.

Calculator is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Calendar is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Call alerts is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Calling Plan is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Camera specifications describe the imaging hardware and software features used for photos and videos.

Camera features are the extra shooting tools and imaging tricks supported by the phone camera system.

Capacitive Touchscreen is a display term used to explain screen technology, sharpness, or visual output.

Car Kit is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Carrier is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

CDMA refers to Code-Division Multiple Access and is commonly used in device specifications.

CDMA2000 is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Cell is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Charging features describe special charging modes, protections, standards, or convenience options supported by the device.

Charging time is the estimated time needed to refill the battery from low to full charge.

The chipset is the main processing platform that combines important hardware blocks like CPU, GPU, modem, and AI functions.

cHTML refers to Compact HyperText Markup Language and is commonly used in device specifications.

CIF refers to Common Intermediate Format and is commonly used in device specifications.

Clamshell is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Clock speed is the operating frequency of a processor core, usually shown in GHz.

CMOS refers to Complementary metal-oxidesemiconductor and is commonly used in device specifications.

Color depth is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Concatenated SMS is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Connected GPS is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

Connectivity features are the extra wired and wireless options that expand how the device connects to networks, accessories, and nearby hardware.

Construction is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Corning Gorilla Glass is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

CPU means Central Processing Unit, the main processor that handles calculations, app logic, and everyday system tasks.

CPU means Central Processing Unit, the main processor that handles calculations, app logic, and everyday system tasks.

Crosstalk is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

CSTN refers to Color Super Twisted Nematic and is commonly used in device specifications.

CTIA is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Custom ringtones is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Custom UI is the brand-specific software layer placed on top of the main operating system.

CyanogenMod is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

D-Pad refers to Direction Pad and is commonly used in device specifications.

Data Disclaimer is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

DC-HSDPA refers to Dual Carrier or Dual Cell High-Speed Downlink Packet Access and is commonly used in device specifications.

Digital Zoom is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Display features describe extra screen capabilities beyond basic size and resolution.

Display type tells you what panel technology the device uses, such as AMOLED, OLED, LCD, or TFT.

DLNA refers to Digital Living Network Alliance and is commonly used in device specifications.

DNSe refers to Digital Natural Sound engine and is commonly used in device specifications.

Downlink is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

DRM refers to Digital Rights Management and is commonly used in device specifications.

Dual-band is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

Dual-Mode is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Dual-SIM is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

DVB-H refers to Digital Video Broadcasting - Handheld and is commonly used in device specifications.

Dynamic Memory is a hardware term used to describe performance, memory, or core internal components.

EDGE refers to Enhanced Data for Global Evolution and is commonly used in device specifications.

EDR refers to Enhanced Data Rate and is commonly used in device specifications.

EGPRS is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

EGSM refers to Extended GSM and is commonly used in device specifications.

Email client is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Emoji is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

EMS refers to Enhanced Message Service and is commonly used in device specifications.

eSIM is a digital SIM that can be activated without inserting a physical SIM card.

EU Battery endurance is a battery or charging term used to describe power capacity, charging, or endurance.

EU Energy efficiency class is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

EU Energy label is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

EU Free fall reliability class is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

EU Product repairability class is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

EV-DO is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

EV-DV is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Exchangeable covers is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Expandable means the device can add more storage, usually through a microSD card or another supported expansion option.

External Antenna Jack is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

External Display is a display term used to explain screen technology, sharpness, or visual output.

Fabrication refers to the chip manufacturing process node, such as 4nm or 3nm.

Face unlock lets the phone identify your face to unlock the device or approve certain actions.

FCC refers to Federal Communications Commission and is commonly used in device specifications.

Feature Phone is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Femtocell is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Fingerprint refers to the fingerprint sensor used for unlocking the phone and authenticating secure actions.

Fingerprint Position is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Fingerprint type explains what kind of fingerprint reader the device uses, such as optical in-display, ultrasonic, side-mounted, or rear-mounted.

Firefox OS is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Firmware is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Fixed-focus is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Flash is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Flash Memory is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Flight mode is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Flip-down phone is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

FM Radio is an audio-related term used to describe sound playback, audio transfer, or accessory support.

FM Transmitter is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Form factor is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

FOTA refers to Firmware Over-The-Air and is commonly used in device specifications.

FPS refers to Frames Per Second and is commonly used in device specifications.

Frame Error Rate is a hardware term used to describe performance, memory, or core internal components.

Frequency is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

FTP refers to File Transfer Protocol and is commonly used in device specifications.

Galileo refers to Global Navigation Satellite System and is commonly used in device specifications.

GB refers to Gigabyte and is commonly used in device specifications.

Gbps refers to Gigabits per second and is commonly used in device specifications.

Geekbench 6 Benchmark is a cross-platform performance test used to compare CPU capability in different workloads.

Geo-tag is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

GLONASS refers to Global Navigation Satellite System and is commonly used in device specifications.

GNSS Positioning is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

GPRS is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

GPS is the satellite-based positioning system used to estimate the device location.

GPS is the satellite-based positioning system used to estimate the device location.

gpsONE is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

gpsOneXTRA Assistance technology is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

GPU means Graphics Processing Unit, the chip section responsible for graphics, gaming visuals, animations, and video rendering.

GPU means Graphics Processing Unit, the chip section responsible for graphics, gaming visuals, animations, and video rendering.

Graphics benchmark is a test score focused on GPU-related rendering and visual performance.

H.263 is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

H.264 is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

H.265 is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Half-QWERTY keyboard layout is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Handwriting recognition is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Haptics is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

HBM brightness means High Brightness Mode, a temporary boosted brightness level for better outdoor visibility.

Height is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

HEVC is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Hot Spot is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

Hot Swap is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

HSCSD refers to High-Speed Circuit Switched Data and is commonly used in device specifications.

HSDPA refers to High-Speed Downlink Packet Access and is commonly used in device specifications.

HSDPA+ refers to High-Speed Downlink Packet Access Plus and is commonly used in device specifications.

HSP refers to Headset Profile and is commonly used in device specifications.

HSUPA refers to High-Speed Uplink Packet Access and is commonly used in device specifications.

HTML refers to Hypertext Markup Language and is commonly used in device specifications.

Hz refers to Hertz and is commonly used in device specifications.

iDEN refers to Integrated Digital Enhanced Network and is commonly used in device specifications.

Image resolution shows the maximum size or detail level of the photos the camera can output.

Image Signal Processor refers to ISP and is commonly used in device specifications.

IMAP refers to Internet Message Access Protocol and is commonly used in device specifications.

IMEI refers to International Mobile Equipment Identity and is commonly used in device specifications.

Internal storage is the built-in space used for apps, photos, videos, downloads, and system files.

IP refers to Internet Protocol and is commonly used in device specifications.

IP ratings show the tested level of dust and water resistance for a device enclosure.

IrDA refers to Infrared Data Association and is commonly used in device specifications.

Java is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

KB refers to Kilobyte and is commonly used in device specifications.

Kbps refers to Kilobits per second and is commonly used in device specifications.

Key Guard is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Key Lock Switch is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Land line is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Launch date shows when the device was officially announced or released to the market.

LCD refers to Liquid Crystal Display and is commonly used in device specifications.

LED refers to Light-Emitting Diode and is commonly used in device specifications.

Li-Ion refers to Lithium Ion and is commonly used in device specifications.

Li-Polymer refers to Lithium Polymer and is commonly used in device specifications.

LiMo OS is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Linux is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Location-Based Services refers to LBS and is commonly used in device specifications.

Lock code is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Long SMS is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Long Term Evolution refers to LTE and is commonly used in device specifications.

Loudspeaker is an audio-related term used to describe sound playback, audio transfer, or accessory support.

Macro is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Maemo OS is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Magnetometer is a security or sensor term used to describe device protection, identification, or sensing features.

mAh means milliampere-hour, a common unit used to show battery capacity.

Mass Storage mode is a hardware term used to describe performance, memory, or core internal components.

MB refers to Megabyte and is commonly used in device specifications.

Mbps refers to Megabit per second and is commonly used in device specifications.

MeeGo OS is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Megapixel shows roughly how many million pixels a camera sensor captures in a single image.

A memory card slot lets the device expand storage with a removable card such as microSD.

Memory effect is a hardware term used to describe performance, memory, or core internal components.

Messaging is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

MHz refers to Megahertz and is commonly used in device specifications.

microSD is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

microSDHC is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Microsoft Exchange refers to Server and is commonly used in device specifications.

Micro USB is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

MIDI refers to Musical Instrument Digital Interface and is commonly used in device specifications.

MIDP refers to Mobile Information Device Profile and is commonly used in device specifications.

Mil-Spec refers to MIL-STD and is commonly used in device specifications.

MIMO is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Mini-USB is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

miniSD is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

MMC is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

MMCmobile is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

MMS refers to Multimedia Messaging Service and is commonly used in device specifications.

Mobile games is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Mobile High-Definition Link refers to MHL and is commonly used in device specifications.

Mobile IM refers to Instant Messaging and is commonly used in device specifications.

Mobile WiMAX is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Mobility DisplayPort refers to MyDP and is commonly used in device specifications.

Model number is the internal or commercial identifier used to separate one device variant from another.

Models is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Modem is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Monochrome is a hardware term used to describe performance, memory, or core internal components.

MP3 refers to MPEG Layer 3 and is commonly used in device specifications.

MPEG refers to Motion Picture Experts Group and is commonly used in device specifications.

MPEG-4 video is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Multitouch input method is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Battery life describes how long the device can run before it needs to be charged again.

Music Player is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

NAND Memory is a hardware term used to describe performance, memory, or core internal components.

Network capacity is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

Network coverage is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

Network support shows which cellular generations or standards the device can connect to, such as 4G or 5G.

NFC is a short-range wireless feature used for tap-to-pay, pairing, and quick data exchange at very close distance.

NFC is a short-range wireless feature used for tap-to-pay, pairing, and quick data exchange at very close distance.

NiCd refers to Nickel Cadmium and is commonly used in device specifications.

NiMH refers to Nickel Metal Hydride and is commonly used in device specifications.

No of Front Cameras is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

No of Rear Cameras is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

NOR Memory is a hardware term used to describe performance, memory, or core internal components.

Numeric keypad is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

OEM refers to Original Equipment Manufacturer and is commonly used in device specifications.

OLED refers to Organic Light-Emitting Diode and is commonly used in device specifications.

The operating system is the main software layer that runs the device and manages apps, files, hardware, and system features.

Optical Zoom is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

The operating system is the main software layer that runs the device and manages apps, files, hardware, and system features.

OS updates tell you how many major software version upgrades the device is expected to receive.

OTA refers to Over-The-Air and is commonly used in device specifications.

OTG is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

Other sensors list the additional motion, position, or environmental sensors built into the device.

Packet Data is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Pager is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

PCS refers to Personal Communications Service and is commonly used in device specifications.

PC Sync is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

PDA refers to Personal Digital Assistant and is commonly used in device specifications.

Percentile rank is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Phonebook is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Phone Book Access refers to PBA and is commonly used in device specifications.

Phone Life Cycle is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Phone Physical Attributes is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

PIM refers to Personal Information Manager/Management and is commonly used in device specifications.

PIN code refers to Personal Identification Number and is commonly used in device specifications.

Pixel is a display term used to explain screen technology, sharpness, or visual output.

Pixel density measures how tightly pixels are packed into a screen, usually in pixels per inch or PPI.

Pixel density measures how tightly pixels are packed into a screen, usually in pixels per inch or PPI.

Polyphonic ringtones is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

POP3 refers to Post Office Protocol and is commonly used in device specifications.

Port is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Predictive text input is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Price is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Primary Camera is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Primary Front Camera is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Lens features describe the optical role or special behavior of a camera lens, such as ultra-wide, macro, telephoto, or portrait use.

Sensor size shows the physical size of the camera sensor that captures light.

Zoom describes how much closer a subject can appear through optical, digital, or hybrid camera methods.

Product name is the official market name used to identify the device model on listings, reviews, and retailer pages.

PTT refers to Push-To-Talk and is commonly used in device specifications.

PUK Code refers to PIN UnlocK Code and is commonly used in device specifications.

Push is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

QCIF refers to Quarter Common Intermediate Format and is commonly used in device specifications.

Quad-band is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

Quasi-Zenith Satellite System refers to QZSS and is commonly used in device specifications.

Quaternary Aperture is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Quaternary Camera is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Lens features describe the optical role or special behavior of a camera lens, such as ultra-wide, macro, telephoto, or portrait use.

Quick Charging is a battery or charging term used to describe power capacity, charging, or endurance.

QVGA refers to Quarter Video Graphics Array and is commonly used in device specifications.

QWERTY keyboard layout is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

RAM is temporary working memory that keeps active apps and tasks ready for fast access.

RAM is temporary working memory that keeps active apps and tasks ready for fast access.

RAM type describes the memory generation used in the device, such as LPDDR4X or LPDDR5X.

RBDS refers to Radio Broadcast Data System and is commonly used in device specifications.

RDS refers to Radio Data System and is commonly used in device specifications.

Rechargeable Battery Types is a battery or charging term used to describe power capacity, charging, or endurance.

Refresh rate is how many times the screen updates per second, usually measured in Hz.

Resistive touchscreen is a display term used to explain screen technology, sharpness, or visual output.

Resolution describes how many pixels are shown on the screen, image, or video frame.

Reverse charging allows the phone to share power with another device, either through a cable or wirelessly on some models.

Ringer ID is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Ringing profiles is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Ringtone is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Roaming is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

ROM refers to Read-Only Memory and is commonly used in device specifications.

RS-MMC refers to Reduced-Size Multi Media Card and is commonly used in device specifications.

RSA refers to Rural Service Area and is commonly used in device specifications.

RSS refers to Rich Site Summary and is commonly used in device specifications.

Ruggedized refers to Rugged and is commonly used in device specifications.

Ruggedness is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

S60 user interface is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

SAP refers to SIM Access Profile and is commonly used in device specifications.

SAR refers to Specific absorption rate and is commonly used in device specifications.

Screen protection is a display term used to explain screen technology, sharpness, or visual output.

Screen size is the diagonal measurement of the display, usually shown in inches.

Screen to body ratio estimates how much of the phone front is occupied by the display instead of bezels.

SD refers to Secure Digital and is commonly used in device specifications.

Secondary Aperture is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Secondary camera is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Lens features describe the optical role or special behavior of a camera lens, such as ultra-wide, macro, telephoto, or portrait use.

Security updates are patches that fix software vulnerabilities and help keep the device safer over time.

Sensors is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Side Keys is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

SIM is the subscriber identity module that connects the device to a mobile carrier account.

SIM 1 is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

SIM 1 4G Bands is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

SIM 1 5G Bands is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

SIM 2 is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

SIM 2 4G Bands is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

SIM 2 5G Bands is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

SIM features describe extra network-line flexibility such as dual standby, dual active support, or eSIM combinations.

SIM lock is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

SIM slot tells you how many SIM positions the phone offers and how they are arranged.

SIM type shows the physical SIM format or size supported by the device, such as Nano-SIM.

Single-Band is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

Skin is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Slimport is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Smartphone is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Smart Watch is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

SMIL is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

SMS refers to Short Messaging Service and is commonly used in device specifications.

SNS refers to Social network service and is commonly used in device specifications.

Soft keys is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Soft Reset is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Speed Dial is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Battery life describes how long the device can run before it needs to be charged again.

Stereo Speakers is an audio-related term used to describe sound playback, audio transfer, or accessory support.

Storage type refers to the underlying flash storage standard used inside the device, such as UFS or eMMC.

Streaming Video is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Stylus is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Sub-QCIF is a display term used to explain screen technology, sharpness, or visual output.

SVGA is a display term used to explain screen technology, sharpness, or visual output.

Symbian is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

SyncML is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Battery life describes how long the device can run before it needs to be charged again.

TCP/IP is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

TD-SCDMA refers to Time Division-Synchronous Code Division Multiple Access and is commonly used in device specifications.

Tertiary Aperture is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Tertiary Camera is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Lens features describe the optical role or special behavior of a camera lens, such as ultra-wide, macro, telephoto, or portrait use.

TEST is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Tethering is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Text messaging refers to texting and is commonly used in device specifications.

TFD refers to Thin Film Diode and is commonly used in device specifications.

TFT refers to Thin Film Transistor and is commonly used in device specifications.

Theme is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Thickness is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

To-Do list is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Touchscreen is a display term used to explain screen technology, sharpness, or visual output.

Trackball is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Transflash is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Transflective is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Tri-band is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

UFS is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

UI refers to User Interface and is commonly used in device specifications.

UIQ is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

UMA is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

UMTS is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Unlocked phone is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Upload is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

UPnP refers to Universal Plug and Play and is commonly used in device specifications.

USB is the standard port and communication system used for charging, wired data transfer, and accessory support.

USB On-The-Go, or OTG, lets a device act as a host so it can directly read or control supported USB accessories.

USIM is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

VGA refers to Video Graphics Array and is commonly used in device specifications.

Video call is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Video Codec is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.

Video recording shows the video resolutions, frame rates, or capture options supported by the camera.

Voice dialing is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Voice mail is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Voice memo is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

VoIP refers to Voice over Internet Protocol and is commonly used in device specifications.

VoLTE means Voice over LTE, which allows phone calls to run over a 4G network instead of falling back to older voice systems.

VPN refers to Virtual Private Network and is commonly used in device specifications.

WAP refers to Wireless Application protocol and is commonly used in device specifications.

watchOS is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Water resistance describes how well the device can resist splashes or water exposure under tested conditions.

WCDMA refers to Wideband Code Division Multiple Access and is commonly used in device specifications.

Wearable Technology is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Wear OS is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

webOS is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Weight shows how heavy the device is, usually in grams.

Wi-Fi is the wireless networking standard used to connect the device to routers and local internet networks without a cable.

Width is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

WiFi is the wireless network connection used for internet access through routers and local networks.

WiFi features describe extra wireless network capabilities such as dual-band support, hotspot mode, or newer Wi-Fi standards.

Windows Mobile is a glossary term used on device pages to explain a feature, technology, or specification.

Windows Phone OS is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

Wireless charging lets the phone charge by resting on a compatible charging pad instead of plugging in a cable.

Wireless email is a software term used to describe the platform, interface, or system capability of a device.

WLAN is a connectivity term used to describe how a device links to networks, accessories, or other hardware.

WMV refers to Windows Media Video and is commonly used in device specifications.

Xenon flash is a camera term used to explain photo, video, lens, or imaging behavior.