What a cool gadget!

1. Look at the title of a video you are going to watch. Say if you think you
would want the camera. Explain why/why not.

The World’s First Flying Indoor Security Camera for Your Home

2. Watch the video [https://youtu.be/Kk4HOGa257k] and see if you change

your mind.

3. Try to answer customer questions about the camera. Then, watch the video
again and check your answers.
a) How will the camera know where the rooms are? You will have to teach it
where to go. [00:23]
b) What can I use the camera for? You can use it to see what is happening in
your house when you are not there. [00:19] You can check if you left
something at home. [00:40] You can see if someone entered your house.
[00:52]
c) Will the camera fly when I’m home? No. When you’re at home, the camera is
hidden. [01:06]

4. Match the opinions about the camera (a–h) with the reactions (1–8).
OPINIONS:
a) Using it could be a challenge if you have pets. 1
b) This is a great present for someone who is into technology. 6
c) It’s probably safe to use. 4
d) It’s probably very expensive, so I wouldn’t buy it. 8
e) The camera is only useful if you leave all inside
doors open. 5 gadget

f) I don’t need a gadget to tell me that I left something a device which does something
useful; it is often original and
at home. I think it’s a waste of money. 2 sometimes unusual
g) It probably makes a lot of noise. 3
h) It flies pretty quickly. I’m worried it might hit someone. 7

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REACTIONS:
1) I don’t think so. My dog would probably get bored with it very quickly.
2) I think so, too. I would probably use it once or twice and then forget about it.
3) You’re right. But you mostly use it when no one is at home, so it doesn't have
to be quiet.
4) I’m not so sure about it. The company gets too much information about your
house: they know how big it is and what is inside.
I wouldn’t like anyone to know that about my
house.
5) That’s just what I was thinking. It is not very
effective if a door is closed.
6) Exactly. I know some people who would love to
play with it.
7) I know what you mean, but maybe the camera
recognizes people and doesn’t fly into them.
8) I understand, but think about all the work that was
done to create it. It can’t be cheaper.

5. Decide which of the statements or reactions in ex. 4 you agree with. Explain
why.
[You can ask your students to talk about three or four statements they agree with
most.]

6. Look at the reactions (1–8) in ex. 4 again and complete the table with the
expressions you might use to agree or disagree.
AGREE DISAGREE
I think so, too. I don’t think so.
You’re right. I’m not so sure about it.
That’s just what I was thinking. I know what you mean, but…
Exactly. I understand, but…

7. Add two more expressions to each column in ex. 6.

Possible answers: I agree. Definitely. / I disagree. I’m afraid I can’t agree.

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[Read the statements below and ask your students to agree or disagree with you
using the phrases in ex. 6. Students shouldn’t get into a long discussion at this
point, just briefly support their opinion. The purpose is to practise the phrases.
• Most gadgets are useless.
• The smartphone is the best gadget ever invented.
• I think traditional watches are better than smartwatches.
• Many gadgets are very expensive and not worth the money.
• Photos taken by a smartphone are just as good as photos taken by a
professional camera.
• Gadgets are the best presents.]

8. Look at the pictures and discuss how these objects could be changed to
become smart gadgets.

mug mirror bike alarm clock projector

9. Read about the gadgets and decide which one would be the most useful for
you and why.
a) Light clock
It’s an alarm clock which doesn’t use an alarm sound but slowly makes your
room lighter. It’s like waking up to a sunrise.
b) Folding electric bike
Do you sometimes need to fit your electric bike into a car or get on a bus with
it? A folding electric bike will make your life easier!
c) Smart mug
It will let you know when your tea is ready (and when you need to take the
teabag out) and will keep your drinks hot for as long as you want.

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d) Fitness mirror
This mirror plays fitness classes. It can also connect you to your personal
trainers in real time. The mirror is a 32-inch HD touchscreen and it includes
speakers.
e) Pocket projector
Have a presentation at work? Want to watch a film? Take the pocket projector
wherever you want. Speakers are included.

10. In pairs or small groups, look at the gadgets in ex. 9 again and do the tasks
below. While talking, use each of the phrases in the boxes at least once.

Exactly. I think so, too.

That’s just what I was thinking. You’re right.

I don’t think so. I know what you mean, but…

I’m not so sure about it. I understand, but…

• Choose a birthday present for your friend who likes sport and the outdoors.
• You run an IT company. Choose a gadget you will get for all your employees.
• Decide which gadget has probably made its creators most money.
• Put the gadgets in order from the most to the least original.

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