It’s no secret that we have become a society filled with smartphones. In both the US and the UK, it’s said that around two-thirds of people own smartphones, many of which are used as the only means of getting online. With technology advancing the way it is and phones getting bigger, it’s no surprise that people are finding them more useful than ever. Smartphones aren’t cheap, either. So it is essential to make sure you’re looking after them with regular maintenance. Some top tips for easy maintenance include:
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Getting A Case
There’s nothing much worse than dropping your phone and shattering the screen. It happens a lot, and there’s never a guarantee that you can fix it. You need to research Android and iPhone repair, and you will get an idea of if it’s repairable. The easy answer is to protect your phone with a case. If you know you often drop your phone, then get a case that will protect your phone against a lot of things and give you peace of mind. It may make it more substantial and bulkier, but it’s worth it.
Protect Your Screen
This should be one of the top priorities when you first get your phone; however, it’s never too late to start protecting your phone. Smartphones tend to be quite fragile, so consider a screen protector. Having a protector may keep your screen together if you drop the phone, and it also means it’s harder to scratch your screen. Make sure you get a protector that’s right for your phone, often it’s a sensible idea to have them installed professionally.
Avoid Water and Watch the Temperature
OK, so most of you wouldn’t put your phone in water deliberately, but lots of you may have experienced a time when you’ve accidentally got it wet. Whether it’s forgetting it’s in your pocket at the beach or dropping it down the loo, it’s probably happened at some point. They say that the most convenient way of helping this problem is to use uncooked dry rice. Just leave it overnight, and it’s said that it will relieve it of any moisture. You should also be mindful about leaving your phone out in the sun or a hot car it can wreak havoc on the batteries.
Keep it Clean
You may not be able to see dust, but this doesn’t mean they don’t find a way into your phone. Even if you’re using a case or screen protector, it always seems to find a way in. Too much dust and your phone’s performance can take a massive hit. You should be using a soft clean wipe to clean the screen regularly and every once in a while make sure you take off your case to wipe it over there too.
Look After Your Battery
Believe it or not, your phone isn’t supposed to be kept on charge continuously. This means that for all of us that put our phone on charge overnight, we are probably damaging the battery. The batteries in our phones will last longer and work better for longer if we only charge until it has reached the max.
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