decrease device capability
[/dɪˈkris dɪˈvaɪs ˈkeɪpəˌbɪləti/]
verb phrase
diminuir a capacidade do dispositivo
1. To reduce the functional performance, processing power, or operational capacity of a device or system
The software update will decrease device capability if not enough storage space is available.
A atualização de software diminuirá a capacidade do dispositivo se não houver espaço de armazenamento suficiente.
2. To intentionally limit a device's features or performance through configuration or restrictions
Parental controls can decrease device capability by blocking access to certain applications.
Os controles parentais podem diminuir a capacidade do dispositivo bloqueando o acesso a certos aplicativos.
This term is primarily used in technical and IT contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian Portuguese, it's commonly found in software documentation, tech support, and technology forums. The phrase reflects the growing importance of device management and optimization in modern digital culture, particularly relevant to smartphone and computer users managing storage and performance issues.
NYC Slang
cripple the device / tank the performance
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