1. portable electronic devices that can be held and operated in one’s hands
Usage: plural form

Examples

• The store sells various handhelds including smartphones and tablets.
• Gaming handhelds have become increasingly popular among teenagers.
• She prefers handhelds over laptops for reading e-books.
• The company specializes in manufacturing ruggedized handhelds for industrial use.
• Modern handhelds offer computing power that rivals older desktop computers.
• Emergency responders rely on specialized handhelds for communication in the field.