G5 - Smartphones

• The way people communicate has radically altered our lives in recent years.

• People have always tried to find ways to communicate. Early humans painted pictures on rock walls.

• The printing press allowed people to mass-produce books, pamphlets, and newspapers.

Smartphones are at the center of today's communication.

They first appeared in the early 1990s and became more popular around 2010.

Smartphones are basically handheld computers.People can browse the internet, read the news, and take photos and videos with the same device.

They can call their friends or send text messages and files.There are around 5 billion cell phones in the world today.

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Smartphones

Because smartphones are easy to use, they have changed society in ways no one could have predicted.

They allow people to instantly connect with loved ones far away.

Smartphones allow people to interact over social media.


They find people all over the world who share their worries and work together to find solutions.

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Changing society

People rely on smartphones for everyday needs, such as shopping, travel, banking, education, and much more.

Entire industries have sprouted in recent years because of smartphones, computers, and other digital technologies, from food delivery apps and ride-sharing services to mobile payments and online learning platforms.

Smartphones also make communication easier through social media and messaging, helping people connect with friends, family, and businesses instantly.

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Multiple Choice

The way people communicate has radically altered our lives in recent years.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Smartphones are at the center of today's communication.

• True

• False