20 May
Turkey and Other Countries
Have you been abroad? Which countries have you visited?
What are the differences between those countries?
Which countries have better living standards than Turkey?
Which countries have worse living standards than Turkey?
If you could live in any of those countries, which ones would you prefer and why?
How do you compare the food culture in Turkey with the food culture in other countries?
What do you think are the best aspects of Turkish culture?
What are some things you think Turkey can improve based on your experiences abroad?
Which country did you find the most interesting, and why?
What is one thing you miss the most about Turkey when you travel abroad?
What do you think is the most difficult part of living in a foreign country?
Have you ever tried a traditional dish from another country? What was it?
What souvenirs do you usually buy when you travel abroad?
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The Original “iPhone” Was Made by Cisco, not Apple.
Did you know the first device to be called an “iPhone” wasn’t made by Apple? It was actually created by Cisco, and it was designed to use Skype’s voice functions without requiring a computer. Cisco’s iPhone hit the market first, but only 22 days later, Apple announced its own product, which also went by the name “iPhone.” Naturally, this led to a legal dispute, with Cisco suing Apple for trademark infringement.
The lawsuit was eventually settled out of court, and both companies were allowed to keep using the name “iPhone.” While Cisco’s iPhone was the first to bear the name, it never gained widespread recognition. Most people today associate the term “iPhone” with Apple’s popular smartphones, making Cisco’s version a little-known footnote in tech history.
This little-known story serves as a reminder that even the most iconic names and brands can have unexpected beginnings. So, next time you think of the iPhone, remember that it wasn’t always Apple’s exclusive territory.
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Do you like iOS or Android phones? Why do you like them? What are the advantages of disadvantages of iOS and Android?
Do you remember the first time you heard about Apple’s iPhone? How did it make you feel?
What’s the most memorable product launch you can think of? What made it stand out to you?
How important do you think innovation is when it comes to technology like smartphones?
What do you think makes a product like the iPhone stand out from others in the market?
A very long time.
“We’ve been close friends for donkey’s years”
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Is there anything you have been doing for a very long time? Why have you been doing it for such a long time? Do you sometimes think of changing this situation?