I can certainly see you know your wine. Most of the guests who stay here wouldn’t know the difference between Bordeaux and Claret.
That’s what the insufferable hotel owner Basil Fawlty says to a wine-ordering guest in the “Fawlty Towers” cult series starring John Cleese.
That’s one of the numerous jests that keep people entertained for almost 50 years now, as Claret, as any wine aficionado will tell you, is the British slang for Bordeaux wines.
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Thing is, even if you’re not into wine, you’ll have an easier time guessing that Claret is Bordeaux, than getting through Motorola’s naming system that’s a mini-Bermuda triangle of its own.
The upcoming Motorola Razr Plus (2024) will be dubbed Razr 50 Ultra in the EU and the Motorola Edge Plus (2024) will probably be called ‘Edge 50 Pro’ overseas.
Not confusing at all!
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Sebastian, a veteran of a tech writer with over 15 years of experience in media and marketing, blends his lifelong fascination with writing and technology to provide valuable insights into the realm of mobile devices. Embracing the evolution from PCs to smartphones, he harbors a special appreciation for the Google Pixel line due to their superior camera capabilities. Known for his engaging storytelling style, sprinkled with rich literary and film references, Sebastian critically explores the impact of technology on society, while also perpetually seeking out the next great tech deal, making him a distinct and relatable voice in the tech world.
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