Transcriptions.
(Read the dialogues below.)
A. I heard your company is trying to invent a new smartphone.
B. Yeah. But it’s still in the works. We’re still waiting for some electronic parts for it.
A. Is that so? When will it be launched, then?
B. Maybe after five months. Watch out for it! It’s going to be a major breakthrough.
A. Have you tried this new app called Manga View?
B. Not yet. But I’ve already installed it on my smartphone.
A. I see. Some reviews say it’s on the cutting edge. Unlike other apps, Manga View lets you download several manga titles at the same time. And it’s for free!
B. Is it available only on smartphones?
A. No. It’s also available in other devices like tablets.
Vocabulary
Vocabulário
electronic - eletrônico
Example: The company sells electronic products like mobile phones and tablets.
A empresa vende produtos eletrônicos, como telefones celulares e tablets.
device - dispositivo
Example: MP3 players and smartphones are examples of mobile devices.
MP3 players e smartphones são exemplos de dispositivos móveis.
install - instalar
Example: She installed a new program on her laptop.
Ela instalou um novo programa em seu laptop.
invent - inventar
Example: IMy brother invented a new app that provides updates on train schedules.
Meu irmão inventou um novo aplicativo que fornece atualizações dos horários de trem.
breakthrough - avanço
Example: We consider the new invention a major technological breakthrough.
Consideramos a nova invenção um grande avanço tecnológico.
Expressions
Expressões
Have you tried this new app?
Já experimentou este novo aplicativo?
Example: Have you tried this new app called Stream? It lets you download videos on the Internet for free.
Já experimentou este novo aplicativo chamado Stream? Ele permite que você abaixe vídeos na Internet gratuitamente.
On the cutting edge
De última tecnologia
Example: Have you seen the new smartphone model? It’s definitely on the cutting edge.
Você viu o modelo mais recente de smartphone? É definitivamente de última tecnologia.
Boot up
Fazer um boot
Example: Please boot up your computer so we can start with the programming.
Por favor, faça um boot no seu computador para que a gente possa começar a programar.
1. Complete the dialogue using the new vocabulary words and expressions we learned.
Complete o diálogo usando o vocabulário e expressões novas que aprendemos.
A. ________________ called Translate Me?
B. No, I haven’t. Can I download it on any __________________ ?
A. Yes, you can. I’d say it’s ________________ It provides extremely accurate translations.
B. I see. I’ll ______________________ it on my smartphone then. It may come in handy.
2. Complete the dialogue using your own answers. You can use any of new vocabulary words and expressions, if possible.
Complete o diálogo com suas próprias respostas. Você pode utilizar qualquer vocabulário ou expressão nova, se possível.
A. What was the last gadget you bought?
B. The last gadget I bought was a ___________________.
A. What factors did you consider before you bought it?
B. Well, I took __________________ into consideration.
A. I’m also planning to buy a new gadget next month. I’ll take note of the things you mentioned.
Quick Questions and Answers (Q&A)
1. Make a text:
1. What gadgets do you have?
2. What gadgets do you want to have?
3. What are the latest inventions that you know of?
4. Are you willing to spend a lot on gadgets? Why or why not?
5. In your opinion, what is the importance of technology?
2. Say It!
1. Name two gadgets/devices that you find most useful. Discuss what you usually use them for.
De o nome de dois aparelhos que você acha úteis. Discuta para o que você normalmente os usa.
2. Identify two of the most popular computer brands in your country. Compare both of them.
Indetifique duas das marcas mais populares de computadores no seu país. Compare ambas.
3. List two smartphone brands that your tutor should never consider buying. Explain why they should be avoided.
Liste duas marcas de smartphones que seu professor nunca deveria considerar comprar. Explique por que ele deveria evita-las.
4. If you could invent a new gadget today, what would it be? Discuss its functions and features.
Se você pudesse inventar um novo aparelho hoje, o que seria? Discuta as suas funções e características.
