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3G/4G/5G Technologies that deliver faster mobile broadband.

4K Video with a resolution of at least 3840x2160 pixels.

720p/1080p/1440p Common types of high-definition video of 1280x720, 1920x1080 and 2560x1440 pixels respectively.

802.11ac A standard for wireless networks that allows for much higher transfer speeds than 802.11n.

Add-on A program that adds extra features to your browser.

ADSL Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line. A technology that converts a standard phone line into a broadband internet connection.

AMOLED Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode. An alternative technology to LCD for creating flat-panel displays. Most commonly used in smartphones, tablets and smartwatches.

aptX A codec used to compress audio so it can be transmitted over Bluetooth with minimal loss in quality.

Augmented reality Lets you view the real world on a digital display and add elements from the digital world.

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