packaged device

[ˈpækɪdʒd dɪˈvaɪs]
nounpl: packaged devices
dispositivo embalado
1. A complete electronic or mechanical device that is manufactured, assembled, and packaged as a finished product ready for sale or use
The company sells packaged devices that are ready to use out of the box.
A empresa vende dispositivos embalados que estão prontos para usar assim que saem da caixa.
2. In semiconductor and technology industries, a fully encased integrated circuit or electronic component with protective casing
The packaged device protects the sensitive circuits from environmental damage.
O dispositivo embalado protege os circuitos sensíveis de danos ambientais.
3. A consumer product that combines hardware and software in a single deliverable unit
The packaged device includes both the hardware and pre-installed software.
O dispositivo embalado inclui tanto o hardware quanto o software pré-instalado.
The term 'packaged device' is primarily used in technical, industrial, and commercial contexts in both English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking countries. It reflects the modern consumer and industrial focus on ready-made solutions. In Brazil, it's commonly used in the technology and electronics sectors, while in Portugal the usage aligns with European industrial standards. The term emphasizes convenience and completeness of a product offering.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
assembled devicefinished productcomplete unitencapsulated deviceintegrated circuit package
Antonyms / Antônimos
bare dieraw componentunassembled device

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
dispositivo embalado
Most common and neutral term used in technical and commercial contexts
São Paulo
dispositivo empacotado
Alternative variation sometimes used in industrial contexts
Portugal
dispositivo embalado
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; standard technical terminology
Technology Industry
componente encapsulado
Used specifically in semiconductor and electronics manufacturing

Related Words

packagingassemblyintegrated circuitenclosuresemiconductorfinished goodsproduct

Related Idioms & Phrases

ready to use out of the box
turnkey solution
plug-and-play device
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