2007年10月6日 星期六

New prototype phone gives fitness check

1.URL http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071006/ap_on_hi_te/japan_workout_phone;_ylt=Aqm.sU0gFcRuyz_6kklfBZ8jtBAF

2.questions

Q1:Can you say some special functions of the new prototype phone?
A:It can take your pulse, check your body fat, time your jogs and so on.

Q2:Where is the prototype Wellness mobile phone from?
A:Japan's NTT DoCoMo Inc.

Q3:What does the new phone target?
A:Users with busy lives.

Q4:When and where is the new phone product?
A:It unveiled this week at the CEATEC electronics show outside Tokyo

Q5:Has DoCoMo set a release date or price?
A:Not yet.

3.key words

prototype: a standard or typical example
assess: to fix or determine the amount of, as damages
trainer: one who trains other persons or animals
target: a reference point to shoot at
unveil: remove the cover from
lethargic: deficient in alertness or activity
appear: come into sight or view
flash: a sudden intense burst of radiant energy
capacity: the amount that can be contained
release: merchandise issued for sale or public showing


4.summary
A new type of cellphone could help you check your body.Working as your personal trainer,it tells you whether you are under lots of stress or not.From now on,don't worry about bad breath because the cellphone will analyze it for you.It also includes surfing the Internet,recording meals,and share datas.DoCoMo hasn't announced its price and Tokyo-based company's phones are just for domestic trade.