[C+] Technology

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adept

[ uh-'dept ]

adjective

- skilled; having a natural ability to do something that needs skill

He is adept in mathematical calculations.

complacent

[ kuhm-'pley-suhnt ]

adjective

- feeling so satisfied with your own abilities or situation that you feel you do not need to try any harder

Our team lost because some players became complacent.

vigilant

[ 'vij-uh-luhnt ]

adjective

- always being careful to notice things, especially possible danger

He warned the public to be vigilant and report anything suspicious.

literacy

[ 'lit-er-uh-see ]

noun

- knowledge of a particular subject, or a particular type of knowledge

Computer literacy is becoming as essential as the ability to count.

at the mercy of

phrase

- completely in the power or under the control of

When you're a minor, you're totally at the mercy of your parents.

LET'S UNDERSTAND! 📚

A. Cutting-edge

extremely modern and innovative

CUTTING-EDGE

Dialogue

Icon_Alex

Alex

Have you seen the new model release by Apple?

John_Happy Icon

John

No, I haven't. What makes it so special?

Icon_Alex

Alex

It has a cutting-edge camera, a super-fast processor, and some really innovative software. It's the future of smartphones for sure.

B. Computer literate

to be able to use computer technology effectively

COMPUTER LITERATE

Dialogue

Icon_Marie

Marie

I was amazed at how computer literate children are nowadays.

Icon_Ken

Ken

It's not really surprising, Marie. Kids these days are exposed to technology from a very young age, so they're more adept at using it that we were at their age.

Icon_Marie

Marie

That's true. I still remember struggling with basic computer operations when I was in college.

C. Technophile/Technophobe

a person who enjoys using new technology/a person who dislikes or refuses to use technology

Technophobe

Dialogue

Icon_Elderly Mother

Martha

I can't seem to figure out how to fix this. My laptop keeps disconnecting from the internet. Can you help me out please?

Icon_Belle

Belle

Mom, I've already shown you how to do it before.

Icon_Elderly Mother

Martha

I know, but you also know that I'm a technophobe. I tend to forget things easily when it comes to technology.

D. The shape of things to come

the way things are likely to develop in the future

TESLA

Dialogue

Icon_Sally

Sally

Solar-powered cars have become increasingly popular. Do you think they are the shape of the things to come?

Icon_Alex

Alex

Definitely. With the world's growing concern about environmental issues, I think more and more people will be interested in suing cost-efficient and eco-friendly options like solar-powered cars.

Icon_Sally

Sally

That's a good point. I can imagine these cars becoming the norm in the future.

E. Light-years ahead

much more advanced than its competitors

BUSINESSMAN MEETING

Dialogue

Icon_Mike

Mike

I think we don't need to concern much about our competitors. It is common knowledge that we're light-years ahead of all of them.

Icon_Alex

Alex

While that may be true, we can't afford to be complacent. We need to continue promoting our brand and maintaining our competitive edge.

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John

I agree with Alex. Businesses are always at the mercy of consumer loyalty, and we can't risk losing our customer base. Despite being light-year ahead of our competitors, we should remain vigilant and continue to innovate to stay on top.

F. Pick up something

connect to the internet and access emails

STATE OF THE ART

Dialogue

Icon_Ken

Ken

Hi Alex, I'm sorry to bother you at this hour, but can I ask you a favor?

Icon_Alex

Alex

Sure. What do you need?

Icon_Ken

Ken

I need to write an "out of office" message in French saying that I will be on holiday, but that I will pick up my emails from time to time. Could you help me?

Icon_Alex

Alex

Of course. Not a problem.

LET'S PRACTICE!

PART I

Direction: Fill in the blanks with the correct idiomatic expression. Make sure to use the correct tenses as well.

pick up	technophile/technophobe
the shape of the things to come	computer literate
light-years ahead	cutting-edge

Some futurists predict that AI-powered robots will revolutionize the workforce and change the .
The new iPhone model is of the previous version in terms of camera quality and processing speed.
My dad is a who still uses a flip phone and doesn't trust online shopping.
Many employers require job applicants to be and proficient in basic software programs like Microsoft Word and Excel.
The hospital invested in medical equipment to provide the best possible care for their patients.
Please call my secretary for urgent matters. I would like to have some peace and quiet, so I won't be any messages or emails during my vacation.

PART II

Direction: Listen as your mentor reads the statements twice. Then, repeat after your mentor.

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PART III

Direction: Describe the picture using the words or phrases provided.

RESEARCH

1. ( research / cutting-edge )

TECHNOPILE

2. ( technophile / purchase )