Talking about new tech B1
Chatting about the latest gadgets and how everyone's using them.
Talking about gadgets
bring out — release a productA: Did you hear that the bakery is bringing out a new type of cake?
B: Really? I can't wait to try it!
modern technology — current techA: How do you keep in touch with your family overseas?
B: I use modern technology like video calls and messaging apps.
digital device — electronic gadgetA: Do you take your digital devices everywhere?
B: Pretty much! I can't imagine a day without my phone or laptop.
Talking about being online
social media — online platformsA: How did you hear about the concert?
B: I saw it on social media last night.
widely used — used by many peopleA: Do you know any good apps for learning English?
B: Sure, Duolingo is widely used by students everywhere.
look up — search for informationA: What's the capital of Canada?
B: I'm not sure, let me look it up.
personal information — private detailsA: Why do they need my address and phone number?
B: It's just your personal information for the registration form.
A new gadget out
Priya: Did you see they're about to bring out a new phone next month?
Lee: I did. Honestly, the modern technology in these things is unreal now.
Priya: True. My old digital device can barely keep up anymore.
Lee: Time for an upgrade, then — yours has had a good run.
Everyone's online
Priya: Social media is so widely used these days — everyone's on something.
Lee: Tell me about it. I had to look up how to make my profile private.
Priya: Good idea. You don't want your personal information out there for anyone.
Lee: Exactly. Better safe than sorry with that stuff.