Vocabulary in context COOL GADGETS 6
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Read the clues and complete the puzzle.
Choose the correct alternative. 1 It’s never a good idea to plug in/select an electrical appliance with wet hands. 2 Select/Insert the eco mode if your clothes aren’t really dirty. 3 If you plug in/charge your mobile overnight, make sure it isn’t near your bed. 4 How can I connect/swipe these smart speakers to my mobile? 5 Tap/Connect your phone screen if you want to type. 6 Turn/Press the button for the train door to open.
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Across 1 It moves the air in a room to make it feel less hot. 4 This type of oven heats food using energy waves. 5 This appliance is used for making a place warm. 8 You toast food with it, for example bread or muffins. 9 An electronic gadget that sends sounds out from a CD player, a radio, etc. Down . 6 You use this to control a machine from a short distance – a control. 7 This is an appliance you use to make food hot. Describing technology 2 Complete the words to describe the objects. 1 You keep food frozen in it. 2 You wash your dishes in it. 3 You clean your teeth with an electric
Today, we’re reviewing the fantastic MiioSound Speaker – ideal for outdoor parties! It is a wireless (a) s and a charging station. Yes, you can (b) c your devices on the go! A USB AC adapter that plugs into a (c) s in the wall is included in the box, too. All the (d) b to operate it are located on top of the speaker. Just (e) p one if you need to take that important call by the pool! The speaker can (f ) s to speakerphone function with crystal clear voice quality. There are even more features when you use the app. If you (g) s Stereo Mode, you can pair up and have left/right channels. With Party Mode you can (h) c with multiple speakers – that gives you a sound (i) s powerful enough for everyone to join in and dance! It seems very strong and resistant, but it’s worth buying the ( j) l cover too, to keep it safe. And, like all the gadgets we review, remember not to let the battery (k) run o completely – small, frequent charges are much better than 0–100% at one time. Happy listening!
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Vocabulary extension
5 Look at the pairs of verbs. Choose the other noun they can go with. 1 switch on/switch off the sound a the electricity b the battery 2 turn up/turn down 3 insert/remove a DVD a your card b the button 4 connect/ disconnect the switch
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