Practice English Reading Exercises for B1 – Tech & Gadget Shopping 4

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Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find smart home devices to buy.

There are descriptions of eight smart gadgets.

Decide which smart gadget would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Thomas wants a smart device so he can speak to change his home settings. He specifically needs a system to turn off his bedroom lamps from bed, and it must be very simple to install by himself.

2   Clara is looking for a clever gadget that helps her save money on electricity bills. She wants to check her security cameras using her smartphone, and requires a device that is quick to plug in and use immediately.

3   The Harris family wants a central smart speaker to play music using voice commands. They need to shut off all their downstairs lights together at night, and want to keep track of their busy weekly family calendar.

4   Simon wants a smart screen to see who is at his front door. He needs a gadget that can automatically water his garden plants, and it must have a simple setup with no complicated instruction manuals to read.

5   Lily wants an inexpensive smart assistant for her apartment. She wants to speak to check the daily weather forecast before going out, and needs to turn off her kitchen lights automatically when her hands are full of cooking.

Smart Home Devices

A Voice Link

This compact unit obeys your spoken words perfectly. It is ideal for adjusting your house environment without moving. Users love connecting it to their bedroom and lounge lamps, allowing you to extinguish them instantly without getting up. Setting it up takes less than two minutes, with no expert help required at all.

B Power Guard

Reduce your monthly energy costs with this brilliant smart plug. It monitors electricity use to keep bills low. The system includes a link to your outdoor cameras, sending live video directly to your mobile phone screen. Best of all, it is incredibly easy to set up; just plug it in and start typing.

C Home Captain

This powerful speaker plays your favorite songs whenever you ask aloud. It easily connects to your ground-floor bulbs, letting you turn off every light downstairs with one quick command. It also features a digital display that organizes your daily appointments, making it perfect for busy households managing schedules together every single week.

D View & Grow

This smart screen displays high-definition video of your front entrance, so you always know who is visiting. It also links to your outdoor pipes to care for your lawn and water your vegetables automatically. Installation is completely stress-free, featuring a basic layout that requires absolutely no complex instruction booklets to follow.

E Eco Assistant

This low-cost smart gadget is perfect for people on a tight budget. Simply ask the device to hear the afternoon rain forecast before walking to work. It also uses advanced motion sensors to shut off your kitchen bulbs automatically, which is wonderful when your hands are completely busy carrying dinner plates or grocery bags.

F Bright Chat

Control your house lamps completely with your voice using this smart hub. It is wonderful for turning off bedroom lights without moving. However, be prepared to spend several hours installing the system, as the software is quite advanced and requires a professional programmer or very long instruction manuals to understand properly.

G Secure Cam

This premium smart device connects instantly to your home security cameras, showing live images on your telephone. It features a basic one-click installation that is incredibly simple to use within seconds. Please note that it requires a lot of electricity to run, and the purchase price is extremely high and expensive.

H Calendar Sound

This excellent smart speaker lets you listen to classical music or pop tracks by using simple voice control. It also links to your personal calendar to remind you of family meetings and school events daily. Note that this model specializes strictly in audio and schedules, so it cannot connect to any household lights.

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to buy a tablet for drawing.

There are descriptions of eight tablets.

Decide which tablet would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Anna wants a device that comes with pre-installed painting software. She needs the screen to show very realistic shades for her photography work. Because she travels a lot, the tablet must be very light to carry.

2   Mark is looking for a tablet with a professional digital pen included. He saves hundreds of large image files, so he requires a huge amount of memory. He also needs a battery that lasts all day without charging.

3   Chloe creates highly detailed digital art, so she needs a massive display. She wants a premium drawing tool that feels like a real pencil. It is also essential that the monitor produces perfectly true, realistic shades.

4   David needs a tablet for his young son. It must be cheap because he doesn’t have much money. He wants a strong, tough screen that won’t break if dropped, and it should include built-in painting programs ready to use.

5   Lisa is just starting to learn digital art, so she wants a device with helpful video guides included. She needs a top-quality electronic pen for sketching. She also wants the device to already have creative software installed.

Drawing Tablets

A The Canvas Air

The Canvas Air is incredibly easy to carry because it weighs almost nothing, making it perfect for your daily journeys. It features a brilliant monitor that produces absolutely true-to-life tones for your artwork. Best of all, it is ready to use immediately with several fantastic creative programs already loaded onto it.

B ProDraw 360

This powerful device comes with a premium electronic stick that makes sketching feel incredibly natural. You will never worry about running out of space, thanks to the massive internal drive for saving heavy files. Furthermore, you can work for up to twenty-four hours on a single charge of power.

C Studio Max

The Studio Max offers a gigantic workspace, providing plenty of room for your biggest digital projects. It includes an advanced electronic pencil that responds perfectly to your hand. Additionally, the monitor guarantees perfectly natural and exact tones, so your digital paintings will look exactly as you intended them to.

D ArtPad Junior

This fantastic device is extremely affordable, making it a wonderful choice if you have a strict budget. The front display is made from extra-thick glass, ensuring it easily survives accidental drops to the floor. It even comes with lots of fun creative programs already loaded and ready to play with.

E Creator Starter

The Creator Starter is wonderful for anyone new to digital design. It comes with helpful step-by-step video lessons to improve your skills. You will love the advanced drawing stick provided in the box, and you can begin sketching immediately using the fantastic creative programs that are already downloaded for you.

F ColorPro 10

The ColorPro 10 is famous for its stunning monitor, displaying perfectly natural tones for professional artists. It includes our latest creative software loaded onto the system. However, please note that it is quite a heavy piece of equipment and the power only lasts for three hours before needing a plug.

G SketchLite

The SketchLite is a brilliant budget-friendly option that is surprisingly easy to carry in your backpack. It comes completely packaged with a highly sensitive electronic pencil for your artwork. Unfortunately, you must purchase and download all your own painting software, as the device arrives completely empty of any creative programs.

H Vision 500

Enjoy working on a truly massive display with the Vision 500. This device is built to last, featuring extremely strong glass that resists scratches and breaks perfectly. It also offers incredible power that lasts for days. However, users must buy an electronic pencil separately, as one is not provided.

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a second-hand or refurbished tech store to visit.

There are descriptions of eight electronic shops.

Decide which store would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Anna wants to buy a used laptop for her college work. She cares about protecting nature and prefers an eco-friendly shop. She also requires a full twelve-month warranty in case the computer stops working.

2   David is looking for a low-cost smartphone to save money. He has a very busy daytime schedule from Monday to Saturday, so he can only go shopping on Sundays. He also wants to sell his old device to the shop.

3   Elena needs to find a refurbished tablet for her young son to play games. She has a limited budget and needs a bargain. It is also important to her that the shop recycles old tech to help the planet.

4   George wants to buy a second-hand digital camera for his hobby. He requires a full one-year guarantee for peace of mind. He also prefers to look at the store’s stock on the internet before visiting.

5   Tom needs a cheap replacement mobile phone because his current one is completely broken. He wants to find a store with low prices that offers a twelve-month protection plan on all their refurbished devices.

Refurbished Technology Stores

A The Eco-Tech Hub

Searching for a laptop? We renew old computers to keep them out of waste sites, making our business completely green. Every device we fix comes with a full twelve-month protection plan against any faults. Our helpful staff love giving technical advice to students.

B Bargain Gadgets

We offer the lowest prices in the city on refurbished smartphones to fit your budget. Bring your old broken mobile to us and we will give you cash for it instantly. Our town center showroom welcomes shoppers seven days a week, including a full day every Sunday.

C Green Planet Tech

Our mission is reducing electronic waste by beautifully restoring tablets for family use. Parents will find incredible deals and massive price reductions here to save money while protecting our natural environment. Come see our colorful displays of recycled tech that are highly safe for children.

D Digital Dreams

Come browse our excellent range of second-hand video equipment and digital cameras. Every single item includes a free one-year warranty for complete security. Customers can easily check our current collection on our official website before making a trip to our physical high-street store.

E Value Electronics

We specialize in selling refurbished smartphones at highly affordable prices that everyone can manage. You do not need to spend a lot of money to get a reliable mobile here. Best of all, we provide a full one-year guarantee on every single device sold.

F The Repair Station

Did your device stop working? Our technicians can mend broken laptop screens and phone displays in minutes. We use entirely green methods and recycled parts to protect our planet. We also offer a six-month warranty on our work. However, we only fix items and do not sell any second-hand technology.

G Future Sounds

We sell a wide selection of cheap, second-hand music players and headphones. Our internet shop is open twenty-four hours a day for easy buying from your living room, and we offer free home delivery. Every purchase is covered by a full one-year guarantee against faults. We do not sell computers or phones.

H Sunday Tech World

Looking for tablets and laptops at brilliant, reduced prices? We have amazing weekend discounts for families and open every Sunday morning. All our devices are fully tested by our workers. Please note that we do not offer any guarantees or warranties, and all our items are packaged in traditional plastic containers.

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