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1080p Of the common types of high-definition video, this is the best quality: 1920x1080 pixels.

2K A screen with 2048x1080 pixels.

32bit/64bit A measure of how much data a PC can process at once. Most older computers are 32bit, more modern ones are 64bit.

4K Video with a resolution of at least 3840x2160 pixels.

Active noise cancelling Method for reducing unwanted sound by adding a second sound specifically designed to cancel the first.

Add-on A program that adds extra features to your browser.

AMOLED Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode. An alternative technology to LCD for creating flat-panel displays. Most commonly used in smartphones, tablets and smartwatches.

Architecture A set of rules and language that govern how hardware and software work.

ARCore A software development kit from Google for building augmented-reality tools.

A measurement of the shape of a display. Traditional computer screens are 4:3. Widescreen displays

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