Some people are fond of buying new gadgets, phones or laptops. Is this a good or bad thing? Discuss your opinion.

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There is a recent trend among some people, especially the

youth to

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youth, to

buy latest gadgets and technological devices.

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essay will discuss why I believe

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is a harmful development.

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, there are few beneficial aspects of these new gadgets.

This

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is true for cases where the technology is used by professionals for

improvement

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the improvement

of society.

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, aircraft personnel can

use

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latest

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the latest

technology in aircraft design and engineering. Other examples include

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use

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the use

of nanotechnology gadgets by doctors and biotechnology staff.

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, unfortunately in most cases these new technological advances are used only for recreational purposes by young people enamoured by the latest advancements. An example is the

use

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of drones and helicopters solely for capturing images with a bird's eye view. Contrast with the intended

use

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of drones for

defense

(military) military action or resources protecting a country against potential enemies

defence

surveillance. A large amount of time and resources are spent on

such

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equipments. Quite often they are only used to keep up to date with the latest trends. Frequently teenagers and adolescents buy new cell phones, tablets, laptops and gadgets under

peer pressure

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the peer pressure

of 'keeping with the crowd's. In conclusion,

although

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new gadgets and technological equipment can be beneficial to the society if used by professionals, they are frequently not of much

use

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and might even be harmful if employed by young novices under peer pressure.

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Overall Band Score

Coherence and Cohesion: 6.0

Logical structure

Introduction & conclusion present

Supported main points

Accurate linking words

Variety in linking words

Lexical resource: 5.0

Varied vocabulary

Accurate spelling & word formation

Grammatical Range: 5.0

Mix of complex & simple sentences

Clear and correct grammar

Task Achievement: 6.5

Complete response

6.5

Clear & comprehensive ideas

Relevant & specific examples

Appropriate word count

4 paragraphs

217 words

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Topic Vocabulary:

technology advancements
convenience
efficiency
productivity
status symbol
financial burden
obsession
impulsive
consumerism
sustainability
e-waste
environmentally friendly
second-hand market
repairability
upgradability

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Some people are fond of buying new gadgets, phones or laptops. Is this a good or bad thing? Discuss your opinion.

Fully explain your ideas

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