In this video, Neil and Catherine discuss the topic of whether smartphones are replacing traditional cameras in the world of photography. They explore the evolution of photography technology and the impact of smartphones on the camera market.
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Listening Quiz
Before diving into the topic, Neil and Catherine pose a quiz question to the listeners.
Q1: When was the first digital camera phone released?
Q2: What is Phil Hall’s opinion on whether smartphones will make traditional cameras obsolete?
Q3: What does ‘drop off a cliff’ mean?
Q4: What does it mean to ‘opt for something’?
Q5: What is the meaning of ‘taking the next rung up’?
Vocabulary
Let’s review some key vocabulary discussed in the video.
obsolete
no longer in use or replaced by something newer
Traditional cameras have become obsolete with the rise of smartphones.
Traditional cameras have become obsolete with the rise of smartphones.
drop off a cliff
experience a sharp and significant decline
Sales of compact cameras dropped off a cliff due to smartphone competition.
Sales of compact cameras dropped off a cliff due to smartphone competition.
opt for
choose or select
Many consumers opt for smartphones over traditional cameras for convenience.
Many consumers opt for smartphones over traditional cameras for convenience.
get into
develop an interest or passion for
She got into photography after buying a new camera.
She got into photography after buying a new camera.
frustrated
feeling disappointed or annoyed by inability to achieve something
Photographers may feel frustrated with limited smartphone camera capabilities.
Photographers may feel frustrated with limited smartphone camera capabilities.