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Techfile: Smartphone Buying Guide: 8 Tips To Finding The Right Phone - phone
Straight to the point, smartphones have redefined
almost every aspect of our lives. Easy
communication, addictive gaming, super fast internet
connection, attractive user interface, file sharing, and
more have been utilized like never before.
Sometimes, you wonder how the world coped
without mobile technology. Even older people cannot
imagine how life was before the advent of the apps
and various social media platforms we all benefit
from today.
In Nigeria, more than 4 million mobile phones are
sold in a month. Smartphones are coming with new
features everyday in such a way that new ones are
bound to hold more utility than previous ones. With
the array of mobiles online, how do you pick one that
suits you? What should you consider when buying a
smartphone? We have taken an in-depth look at this
topic and hereby present you with the eight most
important tips.
We’ll be straight, no beating round the bush
1.
Cost
Purchasing a mobile phone isn’t entirely different from
any other purchase you make. The most important
thing is to have a budget and ensure that you do not
go over the top to buy a pocket device. Even though
the benefits derived from a smartphone are huge,
sometimes people would even evaluate you using
your handheld device as the only criterion. Yet, we do
not recommend that you sacrifice huge sums to buy
a phone. Therefore, it is important that you create a
budget in mind. You may eventually go a few
thousands of naira above or below your initial
budget, just ensure the phone is worth the extra fee.
2. Operating System (OS)
Ever since computers became ubiquitous, software
has championed the tech industry and such will
continue. When you hold a smartphone, what you
see is a beautiful design and the beautiful interface.
But, what brings most of the functions to life is the
OS.
There are two major OS in the industry today
(Microsoft have openly decided not to produce any
Windows OS phone, at least for now). The choice is
between Apple’s iOS and Google’s Android. They both
have numerous apps on their stores. But, the two
platforms are different in operation. Android is used
and modified by mobile technology giants such as
HTC, Samsung, et cetera; while iOS is limited to just
Apple iPhone series. Each Android manufacturer
tweaks the OS. As such, Tecno Android 8 and LG
Android 8 won’t look the same. You should always
look for the phone that promises upgrade to the
latest OS versions.
3.
Hardware
Software and hardware work together to give you a
beautiful experience. Some of the things you should
look out for are the RAM, ROM and processor. 1GB
RAM is okay, but not good enough if the phone will
be your main device. The least we recommend is
2GB. Your ROM size should be dependent on your
media and app needs. If you’re the type who
downloads a lot of movies, games, and apps, we
recommend at least a 16GB or 32 GB. The processor is
the unit that connects your hardware and software.
Most phones come with great processors. However,
you should note that Snapdragon is the epitome of
the mobile processor class
4.
Camera
You can’t push aside the influence of capturing quality
pictures and videos. In this social media dominance,
everyone wants to look good even if it’s on screen.
Yes, there are many apps you can use to edit
pictures. However, the apps are optimised when the
original picture is top quality. Also, you don’t want to
start editing all the pictures on your phone. That’s a
huge task. So, the best is to have a quality phone
camera.
Note this, 5MP or 20MP does not translate into quality
camera. Mega Pixels only describe the stretch of your
camera, not the quality. Haven’t you seen two
phones with similar MP but different quality? The
difference is PPI (pixel per intensity). 264ppi is
considered somewhat average. Samsung Galaxy
have over 400 PPI. To get some real quality, get
something close to 300 or more.
5.
Battery
The battery capacity would have come above the
camera quality because of the state of electricity in
Nigeria. However, we know Nigerians still prioritize
great selfies above battery – power banks are able
standby. We won’t tell you to get a certain mAh of
battery capacity. Check the product listing, the
manufacturer battery life might not be the exact thing
you will get, but it will be very close. HTC phones do
not come with massive mAh. iPhone X will have less
than 3,000 mAh. But these phones still offer great
battery life. While Infinix and Gionee offer 4,000+
mAh. It’s about you. Just know what’s good for you.
6. Screen Size and Resolution
The size of your phone will largely determine the
ease of use. People with smaller palms will find it
difficult operating a 6 inch phone which isn’t a big
deal for those with bigger palms. Your preference
should determine this, not trend.
Screen quality is also very important. HD, AMOLED,
FHD, Gorilla, etc. are now being deployed by various
manufacturers. You would still need a good screen
resolution to derive the most benefits from your
phone. Video quality will be enhanced with a
minimum screen resolution of 1920X1080.
7.
Brand
The mobile phone market is filled with many players
with an abundance of substandard manufacturers.
While we are not saying you should stick to a brand,
it is better not to patronize a brand that isn’t yet a big
player, or a manufacturer noted for ill-quality
products. Don’t lose money, time, phone, and possibly
documents.
8. Connectivity and Bonus
4G LTE is here to stay. Goodbye to 3G. 4G saves you
time and download worries. Buying a 3G phone isn’t
bad. It’s just that a 4G device is better. You won’t
experience network lag like you would using a 3G
smartphone.
Even mid-range phones are offering fingerprint
scanners. This kind of bonus is vital in the way you
can easily unlock your phone and apps, snap pictures
and receive calls. Other bonuses include face
detection, water resistance, and wireless charging.
These features are no more futuristic, they are now in
vogue, and you should utilize them.
Conclusion
You have read it. The most important things you
should consider when buying a smartphone. With the
above tips, you should get a wonderful phone
irrespective of the numerous ill-quality mobile devices
in the market today. Did we tick all the box? Or you
want to suggest a tip we missed? We’d be glad to
read your comments.
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