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2G Second-generation cellular network.

3G/4G A set of technologies that delivers faster mobile broadband.

32bit/64bit A measure of how much data a PC can process at once. Most older computers are 32bit, more modern ones are 64bit.

480p/720p/1080p/1440p Common types of high-definition video of 640x480, 1280x720, 1920x1080 and 2560x1440 pixels respectively.

8K Video with a resolution of 7680x4320 pixels. Currently the highest resolution available.

AI Artificial Intelligence. Intelligence demonstrated by a machine rather than a human being.

Airplane mode Phones and tablets in this mode disable all radio communication (GSM, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc) so they are safe to use on aircraft.

Aspect ratio A measurement of the shape of a screen. Traditional PC screens are 4:3. Widescreen displays are 16:9 or 16:10.

A measure of how much data can be transferred through a connection at one time.

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