Phone Vocabulary

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• Bluetooth:

  • Definition: A wireless technology standard used for exchanging data between devices over short distances.

  • Sample sentence: Connect your Bluetooth headset to your cell phone for hands-free calling.

• Data Plan:

  • Definition: A service offered by cellular carriers that provides access to the internet and other data services on a mobile device.

  • Sample sentence: Make sure to choose a data plan that suits your internet usage needs.

• Emoji:

  • Definition: A small digital image or icon used to express an idea or emotion in electronic communication.

  • Sample sentence: She sent a text message full of happy face emojis to share the good news.

• Hotspot:

  • Definition: A feature that allows a mobile device to function as a wireless router, providing internet access to other devices.

  • Sample sentence: I'll turn on the hotspot on my phone so you can connect your laptop to the internet.

• Jailbreak:

  • Definition: The process of removing software restrictions imposed by the device manufacturer to gain access to unauthorized apps or features.

  • Sample sentence: Some users choose to jailbreak their iPhones to install custom applications.

• Kilobyte (KB):

  • Definition: A unit of digital information storage, approximately equal to 1,024 bytes.

  • Sample sentence: The app update is small, only a few kilobytes, so it won't use much of your data.

• LTE (Long-Term Evolution):

  • Definition: A standard for wireless broadband communication providing high-speed data transfer on cellular networks.

  • Sample sentence: With the new smartphone, you can enjoy faster internet speeds thanks to LTE technology.

• Megapixel:

  • Definition: A unit of image sensor resolution in digital cameras and camera-equipped devices, equal to one million pixels.

  • Sample sentence: The new phone camera boasts a 12-megapixel sensor for high-quality photos.

• Notification:

  • Definition: A message or alert sent by an application to inform the user of an event or update.

  • Sample sentence: I received a notification on my phone about the upcoming software update.

• Overage:

  • Definition: The extra charges incurred when exceeding the limits of a mobile plan, such as data or minutes.

  • Sample sentence: Be mindful of your data usage to avoid overage charges on your monthly bill.

• Pixel:

  • Definition: The smallest unit of a digital image, typically a tiny dot on a display or camera sensor.

  • Sample sentence: The new phone has a high pixel density, resulting in sharp and clear images.

• Quad-core:

  • Definition: A processor with four independent central processing units, enhancing a phone's performance.

  • Sample sentence: The latest smartphone features a quad-core processor for seamless multitasking.

• Roaming:

  • Definition: The ability to use a mobile phone outside the home network's coverage area, often incurring additional charges.

  • Sample sentence: Turn off roaming when traveling internationally to avoid unexpected fees.

• Silent Mode:

  • Definition: A phone setting that disables sound notifications, allowing the device to operate quietly.

  • Sample sentence: I put my phone on silent mode during meetings to avoid interruptions.

• Touchscreen:

  • Definition: A display screen that responds to touch, enabling users to interact with the device through taps and gestures.

  • Sample sentence: Modern smartphones come equipped with responsive touchscreens for intuitive navigation.

• Unlocking:

  • Definition: The process of removing restrictions that tie a phone to a specific carrier, allowing it to be used with other networks.

  • Sample sentence: After unlocking my phone, I can use it with any SIM card from different carriers.

• Voicemail:

  • Definition: A system that records and stores voice messages left by callers when the phone user is unavailable.

  • Sample sentence: I received an important voicemail and returned the call as soon as I could.

• Wi-Fi Calling:

  • Definition: A feature that allows making calls over a Wi-Fi network, useful in areas with poor cellular reception.

  • Sample sentence: When traveling abroad, enable Wi-Fi calling to avoid international call charges

• Yield:

  • Definition: The strength or quality of the cellular signal, often measured in bars on a phone.

  • Sample sentence: Move to an area with better yield if your call quality is poor.