Things to consider before buying a new phone

Published: 22-01-2021

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In this day and age, smartphone-manufacturing companies constitute a huge part of the technology innovation market. It’s a very competitive space with companies working on ultra-modern, secure and user-friendly devices. These innovative gadgets can be used not only to make calls or receive messages, but can also be utilized as a tablet, or even a laptop to assist with almost every area of your everyday life. The decision which smartphone to choose can be exceptionally hard. Therefore, it is important to think about your needs and expectations first, before making a purchase.

 

What kind of smartphone are you seeking out?

Before choosing a smartphone, potential buyers should think about what exactly they’re going to use their phone for. Whether it is going to be used primarily as a laptop or a tablet to perform complex tasks and assignments or simply to make calls and remain connected with friends and loved ones.

 

Operating system

There are two major smartphone operating systems on the market: Android operating system developed by Google and iOS created by Apple. Before buying a modern smartphone with any of the operating systems mentioned above, it’s a good idea to do some research online or talk to sales assistants at the cell phone stores about the advantages and disadvantages of each of the systems.

It’s advisable not to buy a smartphone with an old version of its operating system, but opt for the most recent one instead. It’s also worth noting that Apple keeps its phones supported with software updates for quite a long time, so buying a slightly older model can be a great way to save money. However, when purchasing a phone with an older version of the operating system, the risk is that after some time, the software will not get updated. It’s even riskier with the apps. As the software operating systems get upgraded frequently, app providers issue app updates only for the most recent versions of the software. So you may not be able to download or upgrade to the newest versions of the app.

 

Framework and functionality

Individual taste is one of the major decision points when choosing a new smartphone; and there is a lot to choose from, covering a range of colours, sizes, budgets, and features. Some people make their decision based purely on the appearance of a phone. For example, they’re looking for certain colours they like or slim modern design. Some people, on the other hand, pay more attention to features and technical specifications, such as storage space, size and resolution of the display screen, or the processing power. You should always carefully check the functionality and features that are important to you, so you can make the most out of your new purchase.

 

Display type

If it comes to modern mobile display technology, there are two major types: LCD and AMOLED. The main distinction between these two lies within the projection of light. In general, AMOLED displays provide a greater range of colour options than LCD, resulting in more vibrant and bright colours.

 

Internal storage

Before buying a new smartphone, it’s important to check the RAM (random access memory) as well as the manufacturer-installed storage space. Examine how much space is taken up by the operating system or pre-installed apps. You can also expand storage capacity by using an external microSD card or similar.

 

Life of the battery

When making a purchase, battery longevity is one of the most important features to consider. After all, long-lasting battery life will have a very positive effect on the everyday usage of your smartphone.

 

Quality of camera

Smartphone producers recently started paying more attention to the in-build camera quality. Features such as optical stabilization, increased number of megapixels, autofocus, different modes and special effects can be found in almost all of the modern devices. In fact, having one of the newest smartphones is comparable to having a digital camera.

 

Final thoughts

These are just a few of the things that should be taken into consideration before buying a new phone. However, it’s a personal choice and you should always think carefully what features are important to you when it comes to selecting a new smartphone.

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