Google Pixel 7, Honor Magic 4 Pro or iPhone 14… New models of smartphones, increasingly efficient and equipped with new functions, regularly appear on the market. Which also makes you want to upgrade if your current device shows little signs of difficulty breathing or, worse, is severely damaged.
However, upgrading your smartphone to a newer machine isn’t necessarily the best approach to preserving the environment and saving money. It is best to keep the device you have as long as possible by maintaining it regularly following these tips.
- Protect your smartphone with a case and screen protector
The presence of a casing, to protect the structure of the smartphone, and a plastic film or tempered glass, to safeguard the integrity of the screen, are two simple ways to avoid damaging the device due to a bad fall. These protections are available in any hypermarket, store and Internet site specialized in mobile telephony.
Furthermore, if your smartphone is not waterproof, it is recommended to wrap it in a protective case in the case of practicing nautical activities. In addition, the use of mobile insurance when purchasing the smartphone is also an excellent way to counteract the breakage or obsolescence of a smartphone.
It is also important to keep your device clean. In fact, dust regularly accumulates on the speakers and connectors, which can cause them to deteriorate. Ideally, the surfaces can be cleaned with a microfiber cloth. Detergents should be avoided.
- Keep the operating system healthy
Performing regular software updates on your smartphone is the best way to give it a second life. These patches prevent slowdowns, bugs, or unwanted ads while improving smartphone protection against malware.
Secondly, consider downloading the latest versions of the applications present on your smartphone. They are available on the App Store or Play Store. Thirdly, delete the applications that you do not use to free up storage space and thus guarantee the proper functioning of the smartphone.
Finally, resetting the model is also a solution to get rid of unnecessary applications accumulated over time and restart with the feeling of having a new phone in your hands.
- Avoid overheating
Smartphones don’t like extreme temperatures. The sun hitting the screen is likely to heat up the device, increasing the risk of app bugs. Reason why a smartphone turns off when the temperature is too high. Otherwise, if you feel hot, it is best to let the device rest for a few minutes.
- Take care of the battery
To preserve your battery, it is recommended to never charge your phone beyond 99% and never discharge it below 1%. Furthermore, it is strongly recommended not to leave the smartphone charging overnight at the risk of damaging the battery (charging slowdowns, loss of autonomy, etc.).
- Choose the right charger
Recharging your smartphone battery with the right charger helps preserve its useful life. Ideally, this is the original charger. If this is not possible, opt for a different product but with the same amperage as the official charger. The information is available on the smartphone manufacturer’s website.
Source: BFM TV
