Definitions

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  • noun The changing of the electronic identifier of a mobile phone so that it can be used on a different network, or to disguise the fact that it is stolen

Etymologies

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re- +‎ chipping

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Examples

  • I wonder if the fact that Ford has squeezed at least 163 PS out of their 2.0 liter Duratorq engine means that we can do the same with our Focus TDCi with some rechipping.

    SARA - Southeast Asian RSS Aggregator 2010

  • I'm sure some of you are probably familiar with Sigma's rechipping process on old lenses to work with newer bodies.

    SlashGear 2009

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