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A peripherals device for coupling with a handheld communication device includes an interface to the handheld communication device and a processor for performing functions complementary to the communications device. According to another embodiment, the peripherals device includes a conformal cavity f

A peripherals device for coupling with a handheld communication device includes an interface to the handheld communication device and a processor for performing functions complementary to the communications device. According to another embodiment, the peripherals device includes a conformal cavity for receiving a handheld communications device in a secure fashion. According to yet another embodiment, the peripherals device includes a data collection device for collecting data and using the interface for sending the collected data to a remote processor for further processing. The data collection device can include an image reader, a barcode reader, a signature capture device, an optical character recognition. In yet another embodiment, there is a power subsystem that powers the peripherals device and the handheld communications device. The power system has a low power state to conserve energy. In another embodiment, the peripherals device comprises a plurality of processors that automatically reconfigure themselves to work with the communication device to which the peripherals device is connected.

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We claim: 1. A sensor clip for use with a handheld communication device, the sensor clip comprising:a housing;at least one sensor unit for receiving information, the sensor unit interchangeably mounted in the housing;a replaceable cradle connector configured to accept one or more I/O devices configu

We claim: 1. A sensor clip for use with a handheld communication device, the sensor clip comprising:a housing;at least one sensor unit for receiving information, the sensor unit interchangeably mounted in the housing;a replaceable cradle connector configured to accept one or more I/O devices configured to connect with the same cradle connector; andan interface between the sensor unit and the handheld communication device configured to provide a communication link between the sensor unit and the handheld communication device.