Handheld devices are becoming more sophisticated and efficient every day and mobile users are demanding more functionality from their devices.
To achieve this advanced functionality, in addition to the obvious feature, low cost, today’s mobile processors must have the following features: (i) high performance, (ii) low power consumption, (iii) multimedia capability, and (iv) real-time capability.
Mobile Browsers
Mobile browsers are miniaturized versions of desktop browsers such as Netscape Navigator and Microsoft Internet Explorer.
They provide graphical user interfaces that allow mobile users to interact with apps.
Memory and Storage
Three types of memory are usually employed by handheld devices: (i) random access memory, (ii) read-only memory, and (iii) embedded flash memory.
The most common external storage is microSD cards, which are a kind of removable flash memory card.
Cloud storage is a trendy option.
Batteries
Rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries are the most common batteries.