device swap

[/dɪˈvaɪs swɑp/]
nounpl: device swaps
troca de dispositivo
1. The act of replacing one electronic device with another, or switching between multiple devices
The device swap from my old phone to the new one was seamless.
A troca de dispositivo do meu telefone antigo para o novo foi perfeita.
2. In computing, switching the operation of a system from one hardware device to another
The technician performed a device swap to replace the faulty hard drive.
O técnico realizou uma troca de dispositivo para substituir o disco rígido defeituoso.
3. In software development, an exchange or substitution of devices for testing or operational purposes
Device swap testing ensures compatibility across multiple platforms.
O teste de troca de dispositivo garante compatibilidade em múltiplas plataformas.
Device swap is common terminology in tech-savvy communities in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, particularly in São Paulo's tech hub, 'troca de aparelho' is often used colloquially when discussing smartphone or gadget upgrades. The term is widely used in corporate IT departments and among tech enthusiasts for managing hardware infrastructure and ensuring business continuity.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
device replacementdevice switchingdevice exchangehardware swap
Antonyms / Antônimos
device retentiondevice persistence

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
troca de dispositivo
Standard usage in tech and corporate environments
São Paulo
troca de aparelho
More informal, commonly used among general population
Rio de Janeiro
substituição de dispositivo
More formal variant, used in technical documentation
Portugal
troca de dispositivo
Same as Brazilian Portuguese, standard in European Portuguese

Related Words

device managementhardware replacementcross-devicedevice synchronizationdevice compatibility

Related Idioms & Phrases

swap out a device
switch devices
upgrade to a new device
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