Question 1

Q) List two features of a smartphone that make it more suitable to take on short journeys than a laptop.A) Any two from: • Small(er) / Light(er) / Handheld / Compact  • (Long/longer/better) Battery life  • 3G (connectivity) / always connected  • Touchscreen • Multifunctional

Q) Smartphones allow the use of peripheral devicesList two peripheral devices that could be used with a smartphone.A) Any two from: • Headphones / earphones  • Headset • Microphone  • Speakers  • Docking station  • FM receiver/transmitter • Hands free (set)  • Fitness sensor • (Portable)

Q) Smartphones and other devices allow access to 'cloud computing' services.State what is meant by 'cloud computing'.A) 

Benefit of sharing via GPSCan use mapping software for navigation • Can use apps that require location to use/play e.g. geo-tagging  • Automatic location for some services such as weather/shopping  • Save time switching on location features if needed • Locate the smartphone/Tom if lost  • Friends/family/colleagues

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