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1080p High-definition video: 1920x1080 pixels.

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

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

720p A common resolution of high-definition video: 1280x720 pixels.

7z Also known as 7-Zip. A free, open-source file archiver.

AES 128 bit Advanced Encryption Standard. An extremely secure method of encrypting data.

AI Artificial intelligence. Intelligence demonstrated by a machine rather than a human being. Often used to describe technology that can perform human-like tasks.

Alexa routine A feature on Echo smart speakers that lets you trigger a series of actions using a voice command.

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.

Benchmarking Comparing software and products with an accepted standard.

A version of software that’s being tested. Beta

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