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  1. What kind of technology do you often use?
  2. What kind of electronic devices have you bought recently?
  3. Is there any kind of device you would like to buy?
  4. Is technology important in your life?
  5. Is there any kind of technology that you don’t like?
  6. How has technology changed since you were young?

Sample Answers

What kind of technology do you often use? I use my smartphone a lot, pretty much every day. I mean, it's just so convenient to have everything at my fingertips, from social media to email to music. I also use my laptop for work and studying, and I have to say, it's made a huge difference in terms of productivity and organization. Plus, I love how I can access all my files and documents from anywhere, as long as I have Wi-Fi.

What kind of electronic devices have you bought recently? Actually, I just bought a new smartwatch a few weeks ago. I've been wanting one for a while, and I finally decided to treat myself. I really like it because it tracks my fitness goals and reminds me to stay active throughout the day. Plus, it's just really cool to be able to control my music playlists and receive notifications right from my wrist.

Is there any kind of device you would like to buy? Yeah, I've been eyeing a new tablet for a while now. I think it would be really useful for reading e-books and watching videos on the go. I've heard great things about the new iPads, but I'm not sure if I can justify the cost. I mean, I already have a laptop, but sometimes I just want something a bit more portable, you know, for those times when I'm commuting or traveling.

Is technology important in your life? Definitely. I mean, it's hard to imagine life without it, right? Technology has made so many things easier and more convenient. I can do my shopping online, pay my bills, stay in touch with friends and family... it's just made everything so much more efficient. Plus, it's opened up so many opportunities for learning and self-improvement, which is really important to me.

Is there any kind of technology that you don’t like? I'm not a huge fan of virtual reality headsets, to be honest. I mean, I've tried them out a few times, but I just don't see the appeal. I think it's because I'm a bit of a social person, and I prefer interacting with real people rather than just a screen. Plus, I've heard some people get motion sickness from using them, which is a bit of a turn-off.

How has technology changed since you were young? Wow, it's changed so much. I mean, when I was a kid, we didn't even have smartphones or social media. Now, it's hard to imagine life without them. I think the biggest change, though, is just how connected we are now. I can video call my family who live on the other side of the world, which is just amazing. And with the internet, I can access pretty much any information I need, which is incredible.

Key Phrases and Idioms

at my fingertips
easily accessible
I have my phone at my fingertips
The internet is at my fingertips
treat myself
to buy or do something as a reward
I treated myself to a new phone
I'm going to treat myself to a massage

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