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Technology brands and products cover consumer electronics, software history, and the ownership of popular applications. Questions often focus on smart devices, corporate taglines, and major industry acquisitions. This material helps candidates preparing for banking and SSC general awareness sections.

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Technology Brands and Products Questions

Multiple choice

What is the name of Instagram's parent company?

  1. Facebook

  2. Google

  3. Amazon

  4. Microsoft
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Instagram was acquired by Facebook in 2012 for $1 billion.

Multiple choice

What is the name of Snapchat's parent company?

  1. Snap Inc.

  2. Meta Platforms

  3. Alphabet Inc.

  4. Microsoft Corporation
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Explanation

Snapchat's parent company is Snap Inc., which was formerly known as Snapchat Inc.

Multiple choice

What was the first commercially successful digital audio player?

  1. The Rio PMP300

  2. The Nomad Jukebox

  3. The iPod

  4. The Zune
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Explanation

The Rio PMP300, released in 1998, was the first commercially successful digital audio player, capable of storing and playing MP3 files.

Multiple choice

What was the first commercially successful smart speaker?

  1. Amazon Echo

  2. Google Home

  3. Apple HomePod

  4. Sonos One
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Explanation

The Amazon Echo, released in 2014, was the first commercially successful smart speaker, capable of playing music, answering questions, and controlling smart home devices.

Multiple choice

The invention of the smartphone has revolutionized mobile communication and computing. Who is credited with introducing the first smartphone?

  1. Apple

  2. BlackBerry

  3. Google

  4. Microsoft
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Explanation

Apple is credited with introducing the first smartphone, the iPhone, in 2007, which combined a mobile phone, personal computer, and media player into a single device, setting the standard for modern smartphones.

Multiple choice

Which advertising campaign featured a series of commercials with the tagline 'Think Different'?

  1. Apple

  2. Microsoft

  3. IBM

  4. Dell
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Explanation

The 'Think Different' campaign was a successful advertising campaign for Apple, promoting their innovative products and challenging the status quo.

Multiple choice

Which surgical robot was developed by Intuitive Surgical?

  1. Mako

  2. Da Vinci

  3. ROSA

  4. AESOP
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Da Vinci surgical robot is a robotic surgical system developed by Intuitive Surgical.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the surgical robot developed by Medtronic?

  1. Da Vinci

  2. Mako

  3. ROSA

  4. Mazor X
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Mazor X surgical robot is developed by Medtronic and is used for spine surgery.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the surgical robot developed by Titan Medical?

  1. Da Vinci

  2. Mako

  3. ROSA

  4. Enos
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Enos surgical robot is developed by Titan Medical and is designed for single-port laparoscopic surgery.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the surgical robot developed by Auris Health?

  1. Da Vinci

  2. Mako

  3. ROSA

  4. Monarch
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Monarch surgical robot is developed by Auris Health and is designed for robotic-assisted lung surgery.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the surgical robot developed by TransEnterix?

  1. Da Vinci

  2. Mako

  3. ROSA

  4. Senhance
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Senhance surgical robot is developed by TransEnterix and is designed for robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery.

Multiple choice

Which fashion brand partnered with tech giant Samsung to develop a line of smart clothing that tracks fitness data and provides personalized feedback?

  1. Nike

  2. Adidas

  3. Puma

  4. Under Armour
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Explanation

Nike collaborated with Samsung to create the Nike+ FuelBand collection, which featured fitness trackers integrated into stylish wristbands.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the first commercially successful wireless microphone system?

  1. Shure UHF-R Series

  2. Sennheiser EW Series

  3. AKG WMS Series

  4. Audio-Technica System 10
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Shure UHF-R Series was the first commercially successful wireless microphone system, introduced in 1999.

Multiple choice

Which of the following industries is NOT a primary target market for the GE Predix IoT Platform?

  1. Manufacturing

  2. Transportation

  3. Healthcare

  4. Retail
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D Correct answer
Explanation

While the GE Predix IoT Platform can be used in a variety of industries, its primary target markets are manufacturing, transportation, and healthcare.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the GE Predix IoT Platform's cloud-based data analytics platform?

  1. Predix Cloud

  2. Predix Edge

  3. Predix Machine

  4. Predix Analytics
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Explanation

Predix Cloud is the GE Predix IoT Platform's cloud-based data analytics platform that provides a range of services, including data storage, processing, and analytics.