1 . Not everyone needs or can afford the latest, most powerful laptop out there. For simple tasks, such as running web-based apps, browsing the Internet, or sending an email, a low-powered, low-priced laptop fits the bill. That’s where budget laptops come in.
You get what you pay for. Budget laptops often come with small drive space, low memory, and slow processors. You won’t be able to use them to run the latest graphics-heavy computer games, but for giving your kids access to the web, sending a teen off to college with a computer for their studies or for you to stay up-to-date with Facebook, a budget laptop could be an ideal purchase. Our top pick is the HP Envy x360 15z (available at HP), a 2-in-1 laptop with high quality and smart performance that can be found for under $700 and competes with laptops that cost twice as much. Many of our picks are even more affordable, so there’s sure to be a laptop for anybody. These are the best budget laptops we tested, ranked in order:
HP Envy x360 15z
Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5
HP Stream 14
Acer Chromebook Spin 514
Asus Zenbook 14
Acer Aspire 5
Google Pixelbook Go
HP Chromebook x360
Lenovo Ideapad 3
Lenovo Chromebook Duet
Recommendations are independently chosen by Reviewer’s editors and you can complete your purchases through our links.
1. In what case couldn’t a budget laptop be a good choice?| A．Browsing the Internet. | B．Sending Emails. |
| C．Running complicated games. | D．Editing school work. |
| A．High processing performance. | B．High quality with good price. |
| C．Thinner and smart shape. | D．Competitive price with lower power. |
| A．To introduce the functions of laptops. | B．To contrast the prices of some laptops. |
| C．To rank the best budget laptops. | D．To recommend some budget laptops. |
2 . Letters to customers
Letter 1Dear Mr Johnson,
Thanks for your long-term trust. We take great pleasure in announcing that our latest product, the 1000-watt home theater system, has come onto the market.
The device comes with five speakers. It is Bluetooth-enabled and has a USB port. The sound quality and picture quality are outstanding.
Grab yours today! Contact us at 999-999-999.
Helen
Letter 2Dear Miss Turner,
We are grateful for your good review of our printer. To express our thanks, we’d like to give you a special offer. In the upcoming three months, you will get one free cartridge (墨盒) for any three that you buy. It also applies to any paper you buy.
Please show this note to us when you visit our store. It will make sure you can get the offer and a significant discount on other products.
Call us at 333-555-999 if you have any questions.
Nicholas
Letter 3Dear Mr Davis,
We’d like to congratulate you on the ownership of the new mountain bike. This bike is the first to succeed in all the standard safety tests set by the Cycling Association of America. You can get a free bike repair service within the first month of your purchase.
We also trade in old and new bikes. For more information, call us at 223-334-445.
Bob
Letter 4Dear Miss Smith,
I am delighted that you are satisfied with the washer and dryer purchased from our store.
If you experience any damage within the first six months of your purchase, we will repair them at no cost. After that, we offer competitive rates to ensure your continued satisfaction.
Please feel free to contact us at 111-222-111 for any further information.
Amy
1. What’s Helen’s purpose in writing to Mr Johnson?| A．To show her trust. |
| B．To confirm an order. |
| C．To promote a new product. |
| D．To seek opinions on their product. |
| A．Give praise for the cartridge. |
| B．Bring the note to the store. |
| C．Buy at least four cartridges. |
| D．Recommend the printer to others. ‘ |
| A．Both offer free maintenance. |
| B．Both stress the safety of products. |
| C．Both display competitive product rates. |
| D．Both involve the trade of new and old products. |
3 . MicroSD cards are common in smartphones, tablets, and action cameras. Finding the right microSD card doesn’t have to be difficult — we can help you find the best microSD cards for your needs.
Samsung EVO Select MicroSD Memory CardThis microSD card can handle the needs of nearly any device and any type of user, and it offers the fastest speeds and highest storage of the cards we considered while keeping a low price tag. The write speed isn’t provided for this microSD card, which isn’t uncommon — manufacturers often focus on read speed instead because it’s where you’ll notice a la g if there is any.
SanDisk 256GB Extreme Memory CardBob Sacha, a photographer and associate professor of video storytelling, recommends getting a card like this one. “This card may have a lower read speed and write speed, but it works in all the cameras I use,” he says. This microSD card is also shockproof, waterproof, and able to withstand high temperatures, which makes it suitable for action cameras.
SanDisk Ultra 512GB Memory CardIf you’re into portable gaming, and are planning on keeping more than a game or two on hand at any given time, you’ll need enough storage to back that up. The SanDisk Ultra 512GB is just a version of our pick for Switch gaming with more storage, since the read and write speeds are perfectly fine for gaming. It also has plenty of storage to work with a 4kdrone (无人机) or a home security camera.
PNY U3 Pro Elite 512GB MicroSD CardWhere write speed really comes into play is when you’re recording video. That’s also when you’ll want to pay attention to the video class, which measures the minimum levels of write speed for recording video. Ultra-high-speed class is a number inside a U on the front of the card. A U1 card should be able to handle 1080p recording without any issues, but if you want to record 4K, get a U3 card like the PNY Pro Elite.
1. What is special about Samsung EVO Select MicroSD Memory Card?| A．The fastest speed. | B．The highest storage. |
| C．An affordable price. | D．No write speed. |
| A．Shockproof. | B．Waterproof. |
| C．High speed. | D．Temperature-resistant. |
| A．SanDisk Ultra 512GB Memory Card. |
| B．SanDisk 256GB Extreme Memory Card. |
| C．PNY U3 Pro Elite 512GB MicroSD Card. |
| D．Samsung EVO Select MicroSD Memory Card. |
4 . From going to work to traveling, here are some backpacks you can use in several different situations.
SZLX backpack
This backpack is described as “designed for travel” and you can see why—as unzipped and open, it looks a bit like a carry-on bag. It has two zip pockets and an inside compartment (隔层). With a shoe compartment and a bag for wet clothes, it is a great choice for traveling and regular use.
Della Gao backpack
This backpack will have you feeling safe, with lockable zips (拉链). It has three main compartments and at 17 inches, has a large overall space for keeping important items. It’s a wise choice for business travel, university or if you’re going on holiday with high-value items.
Lekesky backpack
Looking like a cross between a lunch bag and a backpack, the Lekesky bag is actually a bit of both, with two pockets alongside a main compartment. The bag also has a separate lunch compartment, able to store food for nine hours with an ice bag. The bag comes in black/white as well as green/white.
Maxtop backpack
If what you’re after in a backpack is a lot of space, then this bag will be the one for you. It comes with metal zippers and a USB port, plus it can be folded up when not in use. It also has a D-ring for you to hang a key or other items if desired.
1. Which backpack best suits a person carrying expensive items?| A．Della Gao backpack | B．Lekesky backpack |
| C．SZLX backpack | D．Maxtop backpack |
| A．It comes in four different colors. |
| B．It is great for keeping food. |
| C．It can be folded up when not in use. |
| D．It has a bag for wet clothes. |
| A．Sports. | B．Health. | C．Lifestyle. | D．Culture. |
5 . These days, if there’s something you’re scared about while traveling, from insect bites to having your credit card stolen on the beach, there’s a piece of technology to deal with it.
The Smart Suitcase
An IndieGogo campaign has produced the Bluesmart, a suitcase for people who like every part of their travel life to be connected — and the features are pretty impressive. The Bluesmart can be locked and unlocked via your phone, tracked worldwide, weigh its own contents, charge your devices, and warn you if it’s separated from you. It costs $329.00.
The Portable Water Sterilizer
If you’ve ever had Delhi Belly or any kind of waterborne disease while travelling, this will seem like a complete life saver. The SteriPen is a handheld UV water purifier, and can kill 99.9percent of waterborne bacteria and diseases in whatever water you stick it in. It can purify a full liter of water in 90 seconds. It’s also pretty reasonable at $69.95.
The RealTime Translator
Sigmo is designed to be a small, handheld realtime translator for 25 languages. It’s tiny—barely the size of a square of chocolate— and can be used with earphones or speakers and during phone calls. Right now, they’re predicting that it will be $65.00, but keep an eye on the developers for news.
The Cooling TeeShirt
Sol Cool is designed for people hiking around in heat. The fabric of the clothes has significant cooling functions when it comes to human body heat, creating a nice cool sense next to the skin. The fabric is also very highwicking and UV protected, so you can still wear clothes in extreme heat without boiling. A woman’s shirt costs $60.00.
1. What should be bought for those sensitive to bacteria?| A．Bluesmart. | B．SteriPen. | C．Sigmo. | D．Sol Cool. |
| A．$329.00. | B．$69.95. | C．$65.00. | D．$60.00. |
| A．They are techfriendly. | B．They protect your luggage. |
| C．They can drive away insects. | D．They make you cool in summer. |
6 . Some of The Best Christmas gifts for her 2023
Christmas is the time of gifting the ones we love and knowing what they are absolutely desperate to get their hands on Christmas morning, so we thought we would help you out. We have done some digging and found some great gifts for any budget for a lovely lady in your life.
1. Avocado Oodie | The Oodie is what we believe to be the ‘uniform of the season’ for sure. If you haven’t invested in an Oodie already, you absolutely should do. They are cozy, and are limiting cost of living costs while doing so. We are a HUGE fan and so much so at least half of our team owns one and lives in them! Buy Now — £39 (reduced from £89 at time of publishing in the Oodie Black Friday sale) |
2. Stanley Quencher | The Stanley Cup is still HUGELY popular to those who love a fashion trend (John Lewis). The Stanley Cup has been a “must buy” this year for those who love an aesthetically (美学上) pleasing purchase. The Stanley brand has been spread across many of influencers pages on social’ media with the buzz for a cup to match your outfit sky rocketing. Buy Now — £44.99, John Lewis |
3. BEATS Solo 3 Headphones | The BEATS brand now cater for the girly girls in our lives with these Rose Gold additions to the collection. You can pick them up with a huge £70 saving- fit for any gymgoers, dog walkers and hikers. They look good and are a top spec purchase. Buy now — £109 at Currys (reduced from £179) |
4. Snailax Foot Warmer | With a detachable foot muff this gift doubles up as a heat pad too (Amazon). While the temperature drops, this is the kind of thing that will tie us over during the chillier months. And, it’s not too expensive too. For £45.99, she will have numerous modes to choose from and enjoy, while it can also be used for a heat pad on other areas too. If she loves a cozy night in, this is the most perfect present. Buy now — £45.99 |
| A．Seniors. | B．Teenagers. | C．Adults. | D．Females. |
| A．Avocado Oodie. | B．Stanley Quencher. |
| C．Snailax Foot Warmer. | D．BEATS Solo 3 Headphones. |
| A．A travel brochure. | B．A technology magazine. | C．A consumer column. | D．A user guide. |
7 . What is eBay? The simple answer is that it is a global trading platform (贸易平台) where nearly anyone can trade practically anything. People can sell and buy all kinds of products and goods, including cars, movies and DVDs, sporting goods, travel tickets, musical instruments, clothes and shoes—the list goes on and on.
The idea came from Peter Omidyar, who was born in Paris and moved to Washington when he was still a child. At high school, he became very interested in computer programming and after graduating from Tufts University in 1988, he worked for the next few years as a computer engineer. In his free time he started eBay as a kind of hobby, at first offering the service free by word of mouth. By 1996 there was so much traffic on the website that he had to upgrade (升级) and he began charging a fee to members. Joined by a friend, Peter Skill, and in 1998 by his capable CEO, Meg Whitman, he has never looked back. eBay has gone from strength to strength. It is now one of the ten most visited online shopping websites on the Internet.
eBay sells connections, not goods, putting buyer and seller into contact with each other. All you have to do is make an e-photo, write a description, fill out a sales form and you are in business: the world is your market place. Of course for each item sold eBay gets a percentage and that is great deal of money. Every day there are more than sixteen million items listed on eBay and eighty percent of the items are sold.
1. We learn from the text that eBay provides people with ________.| A．a place to exhibit their own photos |
| B．a website for them to upgrade |
| C．a way of buying and selling goods |
| D．a chance to buy things at low prices |
| A．did not feel lonely |
| B．was always hopeful |
| C．became more and more successful |
| D．did not think about the past |
| A．By bringing callers together. | B．By making e-photos. |
| C．By listing items online. | D．By charging for each sale. |
8 . This Is How You Walk the Walk
People call walking the“perfect exercise”. It gets your heart pumping, clears your head and fills your lungs with fresh air. Not bad, but we found a way to make it even better. Before you take your next 10,000 steps, add a little stuck to your stroll. Take a Stawer walking stick anywhere and I promise that you’ll feel like a conquering hero. Its powers will astonish you.
What’s the secret?
Our Stawer walking sticks are a tip of the top hat to turn-of-the-century tradition.Today, serious collectors gladly pay thousands for rare and handcrafted sticks from the 19th century. But only Stawer walking sticks can deliver a modern version of these classics that looks and feels as good as the original for only $59 each!
Details
·36 inches long. Imported Eucalyptus wood.
·Solid brass handles with varying finishes.
·Rubber tips. Supports up to 250 pounds.
·All models available in 40 inches height.
Your satisfaction 100% guaranteed
Experience the comfort and elegance of our delicate walking sticks for 30 days. If you’re not feeling the power, simply send it back within 30 days for a refund (退款) of the item price.
Still hesitate? Corne and check out the real users’ reviews!
Praise for Stawer walking sticks
“An excellent walking stick. Solid and elegant. Perfect for a night out. Well crafted.”
Mr Jacob/from Pacific Grove, CA
Limited Edition
Only 500 each available only! These handcrafted beauties take months to craft and are running(not walking) out the door. So, take a step in the right direction. Call today!
1. Which is unrelated to Mr Jacob’s review about the Stawer walking stick?| A．Its firmness. | B．Its craftsmanship. |
| C．Its cheapness. | D．Its practicality. |
| A．Prepare enough money. | B．Check reviews first. |
| C．Apply for a discount. | D．Buy as soon as possible. |
| A．A travel brochure. | B．A business magazine. | C．A product survey. | D．An instruction book. |
9 . If you have a car, you are probably considering buying some kind of car insurance. However, when you are actually purchasing car insurance, it can be difficult for you to decide which is your best choice. The ideal buying process is to first research and decide, then purchase.
Research first
Before buying car insurance, you should find out the purpose of your purchase and how the insurance meets your needs.
Decide on suitable Car Insurance Policies
A neglected part of car insurance is the part which covers medical bills. Medical payments can add up very quickly in an accident situation, and the insurance should cover the bills incurred both by you and by the passengers in your car. Make sure you know the full value that your insurance covers.
Purchase the best Car Insurance for your needs
You have a number of choices when it comes to flic actual purchase of the car insurance. Each has advantages and disadvantages, and these may be influenced by your individual taste and previous buying experience. Insurance companies may offer you good advice, but prices on the Internet are often better.
1. The underlined word “purchasing” in the first paragraph means _______.| A．buying | B．selling | C．meeting | D．researching |
| A．decide on the number of policies to purchase |
| B．do careful research on the different choices |
| C．choose the best insurance company |
| D．look for the lowest insurance rate |
| A．the damage to the car |
| B．the bills paid by the passengers |
| C．the part covering the medical bills |
| D．the background of flic insurance company |
| A．your driving habits |
| B．your driving experience |
| C．the attitude of your family members |
| D．your own taste and buying experience |
| A．Disadvantages of Car Insurance | B．Advice on Buying Car Insurance |
| C．Importance of Doing Research | D．Advantages of Car Insurance |
10 . Invisible hearing aid uses advanced technology so powerful that it can pick up a whisper across the room Here’s how you can get them today to hear more clearly and stay engaged in conversations.
Most modern hearing aids have serious flaws:
Everybody notices them-they’ll make you look 20 years older the instant you put them on.
They collect sounds from behind you-which makes hearing your friends in a restaurant or crowded room impossible.
They use 10-year-old technology that amplifies (放大) everything, which can cause even more hearing loss!
Fortunately, there is a better way, the Soundwise Aria!
It is the world’s most affordable, advanced in-ear hearing aid. Soundwise uses advanced technology that was specifically designed to pick up whispers so hearing your loved ones or the television so much clearer is virtually guaranteed. Thanks to Soundwise, you can hear your friends and enjoy life with no need to avoid noisy restaurants, movie theaters, or crowded places.
This hearing aid is incredibly advanced and packed with new technology:
Advanced noise cancelation
Ultra lightweight, hidden in the ear completely
USA-developed digital audio enhancement
FDA registered
Backed by Board Certified Hearing Specialists and Audiologists
Free portable charging station so you’ll never have to worry about batteries-the charge lasts 2 full days!
Risk-Free Home Trial with ONE YEAR Guarantee-the only one of its kind in the industry!
And the best part: it costs a small part of what audiologists will charge you for hearing aids. Our patients are saving 90%!
Call 800-403-1325 or visit GetSoundwise.com/RD9.
1. Which of the following statements is NOT true about most modern hearing aids?| A．They fail to collect sounds all around you. |
| B．They make you look older than your age. |
| C．They employ cutting-edge technology. |
| D．They have a negative influence on hearing. |
| A．It is heavy and difficult to hide in the ear. |
| B．It charges more than audiologists will do. |
| C．It uses enhanced noise reduction technology. |
| D．It can be tried at home and returned at any time. |
| A．To promote a new product of hearing aid. |
| B．To highlight risks of untreated hearing loss. |
| C．To compare different brands of hearing aids. |
| D．To inform us of the latest hearing aid technology. |
