Didjits

A Didjit (sometimes spelled "Did-jits") is a slang term, primarily used in the late 20th century and early 21st century, that refers to small, often inexpensive, electronic gadgets or devices. The term implies a certain level of novelty or triviality, suggesting the gadget is more of a toy or a gimmick than a serious or essential piece of technology. The term is often used somewhat derisively or humorously.

While the origin of the word is unclear, it is likely derived from the word "digit," perhaps suggesting that these gadgets are the product of digital technology, reduced to their smallest and simplest forms. The term is often associated with novelty items, keychains with lights, small electronic games, or similar devices that offer limited functionality and are generally considered disposable or easily replaced.

The usage of "Didjit" is largely informal and is more commonly encountered in spoken language or casual writing than in formal technical or academic contexts. The term's popularity seems to have peaked with the proliferation of inexpensive electronic devices from the late 1990s through the early 2010s and may be declining as more sophisticated and feature-rich mobile devices have become ubiquitous.