Personal and Ubiquitous Computing
journal
Personal and Ubiquitous Computing is a peer-reviewed scientific journal that was established in 1997. It covers original research on ubiquitous and pervasive computing, ambient intelligence, and wearable and mobile information devices, with a focus on user experience and interaction design issues. The journal publishes a mixture of issues themed on specific topics, or organised around scientific workshops, and original research papers.
The journal was founded by former editor-in-chief Peter Thomas. The journal is published by Springer Nature.
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According to Journal Citation Reports, the journal has a 2020 impact factor of 3.006.
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