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We all know the word “smart” as used in the word “smartphones.” That’s because cellphones these days are capable of doing many things that they couldn’t do before.
 <!--[if !vml]--> <!--[endif]-->我們都知道「智慧」這個字如同「智慧型手機」名稱中使用的。那是因為現在的手機能夠做到許多以前無法做的事情。
As all kinds of technology improve, many other products are now smart. Here are some interesting examples:
就像所有的科技都在進步，現在許多其他的產品開始智慧化。這邊有一些有趣的例子：
Smart Thermostats: A thermostat is a device on the wall that one can use to adjust the temperature in a building or home. It usually turns on the heater or AC. With a smart thermostat, the temperature is controlled in an automatic way. This can prevent wasting of energy and save users a lot of money.
智慧型自動溫度調節器：自動溫度調節器是一種掛在牆上的裝置，能夠用來調節建築物或家中的溫度。它通常可以開啟暖氣機或冷氣機。一台智慧型自動調節器，可以自動調整室溫。這可以防止能源的浪費還能為使用者省下大筆鈔票。
 <!--[if !vml]--> <!--[endif]-->Smart Toothbrushes: Developed by a French company, these toothbrushes can be connected to smartphones. Then, you can play video games, moving the toothbrush in your mouth to play the game. This can make brushing teeth fun for kids, and they will brush more often!
智慧型牙刷：這項產品發展於法國的公司，這些牙刷們可以連結到智慧型手機。接著，你可以啟動電玩遊戲，藉由移動嘴中的牙刷來玩遊戲。這對孩童來說，可以使刷牙這件事變得有趣，他們刷牙會更刷的勤勞！
Smart Toilets: That’s right, even toilets can be smart! The Japanese have been using these for years, but now they are becoming popular worldwide. They provide a hands-free and paper-free experience, so they are cleaner and better for the environment!
免治馬桶：沒錯，即使是馬桶也可以智慧化！日本人早已使用免治馬桶多年，但現在它們流行到世界各地。它們提供一種免觸碰也免廁紙的體驗，所以馬桶能更乾淨，且更環保！
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Vocabulary 好字精選
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1. capable (adj) able 能夠
This motorcycle is capable of reaching speeds of 130 km/hr.
這台機車可以達到每小時時速130公里。
2. technology (n) application of science to manufacturing 科技
Smartphone technology has changed the way we communicate.
智慧型手機的科技改變了我們和他人聯絡的方式。
3. adjust (v) change 調整
These pants are too long. I need to adjust them!
這條褲子太長了。我得拿去修改 ！
4. automatic (adj) working by itself/without thinking 自動化的
The automatic teller machine (ATM) was out of money.
這台自動提款機內沒有現金了。
5. worldwide (adj) around the world 遍及世界的
Their new product will be distributed worldwide.
他們的新產品將被販賣到全世界。
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Phrases and Sentence Patterns句型解析
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1. as used in (exp) in the way something is used in 正如同被使用在…
The word “key” as used in the article means “something that provides a way to doing something”.
「關鍵」這詞正如文章中使用的一樣，代表「被提供來進行某事的方法」。
2. make v-ing/N + adj (sentence pattern) 使…(使役動詞的一種)
Practice makes your chance of succeeding higher.
練習使你成功的機率更高。
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