Comparing two charts
Do the preparation task first. Then read the text and tips and do the exercises.
Preparation
Overall, the two pie charts show that smartphones and tablets are used for the same purposes but to very different extents.
The first pie chart shows how people spend their time on smartphones while the second pie chart illustrates how time is spent on tablets. For both types of device, the top use is for games, but the figures differ greatly. 57% of the time spent on a tablet is given to playing games, while only 35% of the time spent on a smartphone is used for this. In contrast, smartphone users spend 29% of their time on their gadget accessing social networking sites compared with just 15% of tablet time spent on the same activity.
The third most popular use of the tablet is for consuming entertainment, with users spending 13% of their tablet time watching videos and listening to music. Smartphone users, however, dedicate only 8% of their smartphone time to such entertainment, preferring instead to spend 20% of their time on their phone accessing utilities. These can include maps, weather information and calculators.
There is a clear difference in the way people are using their smartphones and tablets. In general, while tablets are being used more for gaming and other forms of entertainment, smartphones seem to be the preferred option for tasks as well as communication with the world around us.
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Tips
- Before writing about the detailed figures, give an overview of what the graphs or charts represent.
- Say precisely what the data refers to. There is a difference between, for example, a user spending 57% of their time on games and a user spending 57% of their tablet time on games. (You can write % or per cent, but be consistent.)
- You don't need to describe all the information in the diagrams. Select the most important things.
- Don't repeat vocabulary. Use different words and phrases with the same or similar meanings, e.g. playing games = gaming.
- Use similarly, in the same way or also to show similarities.
- Use however, in contrast, but, while or instead to show differences.
Do you own a smartphone and a tablet? What differences do you notice between the way you use them? Are there any similarities?
Yes,I own a smartphone more often because it is easier to carry and use it to make calls,send messages and check social media .In the other hand,I use my tablet onlly to study,watching videos and reading.I think both devices are useful for communication,entertainment and studying.
Do you own a smartphone and a tablet? What differences do you notice between the way you use them? Are there any similarities?
I don't have a tablet, but the difference is that a mobile phone is more convenient and easier to use anywhere, thanks to its size and light weight.As for similarities, they have the same functions and are easy to use.
I don't have a tablet. In my generation, most people possess both a smartphone and a laptop. Recently, tablets with compact designs have been a convenient option for many youngsters or workers who often travel. As many people, most of the time I've used on my smartphone is for communication and utilities. Besides that, I frequently watch YouTube videos and read the news. I also intend to buy a tablet in the near future because the screen is wider than a smartphone and not too heavy to carry when I move. Moreover, it's easy for me to take notes on what I learn from lectures.
I don't have tablet now but when I did have I used tablet for tasks where it's not comfortable to use small screen: reading texts, watching tables etc. However, I didn't use tablet for entertainment at all.
Do you own a smartphone and a tablet? What differences do you notice between the way you use them? Are there any similarities?
Yes I do. I bought the smartphone many years ago but I didn't own any tablet. However, I have a laptop which I rarely use to read some books as well as to look some saved videos pictures.
A big part of my spent time on my phone is consecrated to either social networking or reading books. Personally, I never play games neither with the smartphone nor laptop which means that I'm not in gaming.
The charts showes how time is spent on respectively smartphones and tablets.
The top usage is gaming, with 58% of used time on tablets. Similarly it covers 35% of all smartphone usage.
The smartphone is used more to social networking and to utilities, which together makes up 49% of all smartphone usage. This is in contrast to tablets usage which only spend 18% at these activities. Tablets on the other hand is used more to listen to music, at 13%, instead of 8% which is the figure for smartphone usage.
In conclusion smartphones are used more to communication and daily tasks, while tablets are used for gaming and other forms of entertainment.
I've never had a tablet and I'm not planning to get one in the future because I don't think it could be useful for my work; I certainly find it more practical to use a laptop for create contents like pdf or word or powrepoint documents, but also for sending email and shopping online. Instead, for me it's essential to have a smartphone to keep in touch with my family and communicate with other people for work anytime, anywhere I need.
I have a smartphone and a tablet. But, currently, I use only the smartphone for utilities (e-mail, press service, whatsapp), but also for videos, when I go to the gym to work out. My tablet is outdated, but I don't want to buy one more, because my laptop comes in handy better than that.
I currently do not own a tablet. However, I am planning to get one in the future for many reasons, including its larger screen compared to smartphones because I would mostly be using it to watch TV series and movies, or even workout videos. It is also more suitable for studying and doing written assignments as it can, to a certain extent, replace a laptop. Both smartphones and tablets can be used for the same purposes, but it is a matter of personal preferences based on the characteristics each embrace.
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Discussion
Do you own a smartphone and a tablet? What differences do you notice between the way you use them? Are there any similarities?
I used to have a tablet eight years ago, but I replaced it with a laptop. Therefore, I will explain the differences and similarities in how I use a smartphone and a laptop, in my opinion.
First of all, the smaller size of a smartphone makes it more convenient in terms of space. You can easily carry it in your hand, pocket, or handbag and use it whether you are sitting, standing, or on the move. In contrast, a laptop requires a seated position for use, making it better suited for a more stationary and space-limited environment. It is ideal for activities that require extended periods of focus.
Personally, I prefer using a laptop for writing (e.g., emails, essays), reading (e.g., e-books, educational PDFs), and entertainment purposes.
On the other hand, a smartphone is better suited for communication and staying connected to the outside world, especially during emergencies. Additionally, smartphones are often used for tasks such as commercial and financial transactions, which are less common on laptops.
In summary, I believe that smartphones and laptops complement each other. I switch between the two every day based on my needs. For example, I enjoy listening to podcasts on my smartphone while doing housework and reading e-books on my laptop when I’m relaxing.