Consumer electronics

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Consumer Electronics

Consumer electronics (pronunciation: /kənˈsjuːmər ɪˈlɛktrɒnɪks/) are electronic devices intended for everyday use, most often in entertainment, communications and office productivity.

Etymology

The term "consumer electronics" is derived from the words "consumer", meaning a person who purchases goods and services for personal use, and "electronics", which refers to the science of controlling electric energy.

Related Terms

  • Electronic device: A device that accomplishes its purpose by using an electronic circuit.
  • Entertainment: Something affording pleasure, diversion, or amusement.
  • Communications: The act of communicating; transmission.
  • Office productivity: The rate at which an office worker can produce work of a defined standard of quality.

History

Consumer electronics have been a part of our daily lives since the 20th century, with the introduction of devices such as the radio and the television. The industry has grown exponentially since then, with the development of products such as the personal computer, the mobile phone, and the digital camera.

Types of Consumer Electronics

Consumer electronics can be divided into several categories, including:

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