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cell phone

[sel-fohn] / ˈsɛlˌfoʊn /




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Once-dominant cell phone maker Nokia was 60% of Finland’s market.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 9, 2026

"If we can do that, maybe someday we could do quantum computing in a cell phone," Pan says with a smile.

From Science Daily May 30, 2026

Scientists have long been sounding the alarm, warning that cell phone addiction is associated with shortened attention spans, sleep problems and anxiety.

From Barron's Apr. 22, 2026

TMZ shared police bodycam footage from the scene on Thursday that showed Woods talking into his cell phone away from officers.

From Salon Apr. 2, 2026

So, he instead played a video game on his cell phone that didn’t need reception.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young




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