Khaberni - Smartphones are made to be used in all aspects of daily life, which is why companies compete to add a variety of features to their phones to make this usage better.
However, this does not mean that smartphones are invulnerable to damage regardless of how you use them, so it is important to take care of the phone and use it in a way that protects it from damage.
The importance of protecting the phone from damage increases with the rising prices of new smartphones, as it is now usual to see phones costing over a thousand dollars and even up to two thousand dollars in some cases.
Below are some of the most significant practices that some people do, which expose their phones to damage without realizing:
Relying on Poor Quality Charging Cables
Many companies manufacture their own charging cables, which come in various shapes and features, often leading users to believe there is no difference between them.
While users pay attention to buying the best phone chargers, some neglect buying quality smartphone charging cables and use any cable regardless of its type.
Poor quality charging cables from unknown manufacturers are the fastest way to destroy a phone, damage its battery, and possibly cause it to explode as well.
Therefore, it is always advised to use charging cables owned by well-known major companies, even if these companies are not phone manufacturers.
There are many companies that offer leading charging cables with various specifications such as "Anker" or "Ugreen" and other reputable companies.
Usually, these cables carry authentication marks from mobile phone companies to ensure the user that they are good and work well with the phone, just as "Apple" and "Samsung" do.
It is not just about owning a charging cable from a well-known and reputable brand but also about taking good care of this cable and treating it appropriately so it does not get damaged and you find yourself exposed to a battery explosion.
Getting a Good Phone Case or Extended Warranty
Smartphones are constantly exposed to shocks that can damage them, whether it's a broken screen, the back protective layer of the phone, or even its surrounding frame.
Therefore, it is extremely important to rely on good phone cases capable of protecting your phone in case it falls or is subjected to strong shocks, and this does not necessarily mean buying cases from expensive companies, but they must be appropriate and protect the phone.
But some people do not want to acquire or use protection cases with their phones, in which case the best solution is to purchase an extended protection warranty, a guarantee for repairing the phone and replacing it with another one in case of significant damage.
There are several companies that manufacture good quality protection cases, and a few companies make glass protection layers for the back of the phone and the screen.
Poor Battery Usage
The efficiency of mobile phone batteries gradually affects over time, due to continuous use and putting extra strain on the battery whether by using it until the last moment or leaving it connected to the charger for long periods.
Although many phone manufacturers have started adding smart charging features to protect the phone batteries and maintain them for as long as possible, there are some practices that can be avoided to keep the phone's battery from damage.
Among these practices is not using the phone until the battery runs out or not placing it on the charger when it drops below 30%, as experts and all companies advise that your phone's battery should always stay above 30% to ensure the longest life.
The reason for this is to avoid discharging the electrical charge in the battery, as discharging it means consuming the additional battery life to refill it again.
Heavy Use Under Water
The majority of smartphones today come with a water resistance standard suggesting that the phone is safe for intensive underwater use, but the truth is far from that.
While the water resistance standard ensures some water drops or slight wetting, it does not mean that the phone can be used underwater directly and extensively.
Although some phones come with a feature specifically designed for water resistance and can be used underwater for long periods, this feature must be explicitly advertised within the phone's features.
While the phone may not suffer direct damage immediately upon emerging or reaching water, repeated use and exposure to water will eventually damage it, and it is always advised to own accessories suitable for underwater use.
Securing the Phone Well
Some people think that smartphones are safe against malware or viruses attacks, but the truth greatly differs from this.
Phones remain vulnerable to a special type of malware and viruses designed specifically for them, despite their infection rate being generally lower compared to computers.
This malware usually comes from malicious files that are downloaded from unknown sites or even malicious apps that rely on suspicious external app stores.
Therefore, it is important not to download any file or install any app unless you clearly verify its source and its safety for use with the phone.
