How to prolong the life of an inexpensive smartphone and what mistakes should not be made

I had my phone repaired yesterday. An inexpensive smartphone with a good camera, received as a birthday gift. So hurtful! It wasn't good all day. I decided to share the conclusions that I made after a conversation with the representative master of the service center. Perhaps this article will help someone, I will be very happy.

Compared to the typical “average” or model of the premium price segment, the budget smartphone fails an order of magnitude faster. The point here is not that manufacturers, trying to save money, complete the gadget with parts and systems of low quality. Just devices require a little more attentive and careful attitude. How to keep the gadget alive - I'll tell you later.



An inexpensive smartphone with a good camera extend the life of an inexpensive smartphoneYou just need to avoid making mistakes that many users make out of ignorance. And I was so naive. I finally understood why the phone I had given me was constantly bugging and failing so quickly. I have made mistakes that I regret very much.

How I ruined my new smartphone

1. Keeping in mind extra apps
   No need to store games and programs that you do not use. Put a limit: the application did not open for a month - delete. If the program is needed, it can always be re-installed. Inexpensive phones are equipped with a small amount of memory - 32-64 GB. If you do not use microSD to expand storage capacity, or this option is not provided by developers, unnecessary programs fill the memory in vain. The less space in the storage becomes, the higher the risk that the gadget will begin to freeze.
   
   
   
2. I overheated my phone in the heat and kept it cold.
   Engineers of almost all brands prefer lithium-ion batteries. Lithium-ion-based batteries are reliable, have a good operational life, but are sensitive to temperature changes. Smartphones can not be left in the car in summer or winterIt is also undesirable to keep outdoors for a long time in peak heat or cold. By the way, heat worse affects the battery. So, if the gadget is constantly exposed to 40-degree heat, over the year it will lose 35-40% of capacity.
   
   
   
   
   
3. I never put a protective glass on the screen.
   Hands didn't reach, now one disorder. The master said that even if lucky at a low price to “break” the model with glass Gorilla Glass of the latest generation, take care of additional protection still need. Display replacement is one of the most expensive services when repairing mobile electronics. If you break the screen, an inexpensive smartphone instantly turns into an “expensive pleasure”. Replace the protective glass at times cheaperIt's better than a new screen.
   
   
   
4. Wearing a phone without a cover
   Paired with glass should be a protective case. Most of the “state” is produced in a plastic case, but even it can be damaged. In addition, the "internal organs" may be affected by the impact, and A good case will take the force of the blow.. It is better to choose solid silicone models.
   
   
   
5. Updating the operating system too often
   Manufacturers recommend regularly updating the operating system to the latest version. There is a caveat: if after the release of your model appeared another 2-3 and each of them with a new version of the OS, it is better to stop updating the device. Updates designed for more advanced models may not work properly on older models.
   
   
   
6. Haven't turned off the gadget for months.
   We are used to laptops and computers need to be turned off and disconnected from the power grid. Any inexpensive phone also requires a good rest. Turn it off for 5-7 minutes about once a month. You will see that the device will work better and faster.
   
   
   
7. I was charging my phone all night.
   The battery can withstand a certain number of charging cycles, after which its capacity begins to decrease. The cycle involves discharging the battery to 0% and then fully charging. To avoid premature wear of the battery, try not to drain it completely. Put the phone on charge when the battery capacity has dropped to 40-50%.
8. I didn't charge my phone a couple of times a day.
   It is better to connect your phone a couple of times a day for 20-25 minutes.It can be charged to 100% for several hours. It is especially important not to charge the device at night. In expensive models, a special technology is provided: when the battery charge reaches 100%, the power supply from the network stops. This allows you to keep your smartphone on charge all night without fear for battery life. If you plan to buy a phone cheaply, you are unlikely to find a model that supports this technology.
9. Wearing a phone in my pocket in the summer and during active training in the gym
   In the summer, as with active training at any time of the year, we sweat. Even if the gadget lies in your pocket, it still comes into contact with wet clothes, and moisture can get inside. Getting moisture causes different problems. from non-operating speaker to closing of camera contacts. The same point concerns Trying to take a smartphone with wet hands. If you do not have a waterproof housing, which is rare in budget models, avoid contact with a humid environment as much as possible.
   
   
   
   
   
10. Downloaded apps even if they weren’t in the Play Market or App Store
    Do not download software from unknown sources, only proven programs from markets for Android or iOS. Finding good smartphones is easy, but repair in the event of a virus is often more expensive than the gadget itself. Users with Android OS in this regard easier. If the phone is infected with a virus, You can get rid of the problem on your own. To do this, press the power button when the turn off menu appears on the screen, press and hold the “Stop” button. Hold the button until the system prompts you to switch to safe mode.
    
    In safe mode, only system programs work, so you can easily remove virus software. Viruses also affect system applications. To get rid of the problem by removing will not work. We'll need the help of a master.
    
    
11. Not connected to the cloud service
    Cloud storage Remove phone memory and protect data from loss. Finding a phone cheap with a lot of internal memory is difficult. In order not to constantly delete photos, videos, uploaded documents and other information, it is easier to upload it to the cloud.
12. Used a non-native accessory for the phone (headphones)
    Let’s say you have an inexpensive model from Samsung or Xiaomi. In the box along with the smartphone were the original headphones and charger. Treat accessories carefully and do not buy replicas in case of breakdown or loss. Unoriginal accessories It can cause a break in the connector. Or disable nearby parts.
    
    
    

It is amazing how I managed to make absolutely all the mistakes from the list provided by the caring master of the service center. But now I understand why my beautiful inexpensive smartphone with a good camera gave me a long life. That's it, I'm changing my approach, I'm going to treat the technique like home plants, gently and carefully! I would be grateful for comments with useful information on the topic.