Digital Devices (Convergence & Multifunctional)

If you were traveling in 2005 and wanted to listen to music, play games, and read books, which combination of devices would you most likely need?

• A smartphone

• A mobile phone, an MP3 player, a portable gaming device, and an e-reader

• A tablet device

• A laptop with a touchscreen

Which of the following best describes a multifunctional device?

• A device designed for a single, specific purpose.

• A device that can only connect to the internet.

• A device capable of performing a range of different functions.

• A device that is exclusively used for making phone calls.

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What is the term for when companies adopt technologies and features from different types of devices into a single product?

• Diversification

• Specialization

• Convergence

• Integration

Which of these is an example of convergence in modern devices?

• A basic mobile phone used only for calls and texts.

• A digital camera that can also connect to Wi-Fi and mobile networks.

• A desktop computer used solely for word processing.

• A dedicated GPS device for navigation.