The average price of an iPhone has risen to $687, and even the lowest cheap Android devices cost $254. Rather than squandering money by upgrading every year or paying a monthly rental price, it is prudent to follow the best methods for extending the life of your smartphone. Fortunately, there are a few options, and following the advice below will help you get the most bang for your buck.

1. Get rid of any apps or photos that you don't need.

Almost every smartphone user has seen significant lag times that make using their device difficult. This occurs in the great majority of cases because the smartphone's storage and RAM capacity have reached their limits. 

Always make sure to remove the apps, images, documents, or text messages that you do not require on a daily basis to avoid this extra charge.

2. Use a screen protector made of tempered glass.

A damaged screen can make your phone unusable, and it can also lead to more damage. Instead of spending around $100 to repair your phone's screen, you should take precautions to save this important component. A tempered glass screen protector is a fantastic investment because it significantly reduces the danger of a shattered screen. 

3. Purchase a durable case.

Now that your screen has been safeguarded, it's time to protect the rest of your smartphone's components. Although no case can protect your phone from every sort of damage that could render it unusable, investing in a durable case will offer you the best chance of avoiding an expensive mishap. This is especially critical for folks who drop their phones frequently. A strong cell phone case will also provide an extra layer of protection for the phone's screen.

4. Turn off on a regular basis.

You wouldn't leave your laptop on for more than a week, yet most of you haven't switched off your smartphone in months. Keep in mind that your phone is in many respects identical to a PC. Allowing your phone to turn off a few times at least once a week will somewhere help it run more smoothly, efficiently and also extend its life.

5. Use the best charging procedures to keep the battery in good shape.

When your smartphone's battery life reaches 75%, the single most critical thing you can do to get the most out of it is to charge it. If you wait until the battery life is down to 25%, you'll notice a significant reduction in its ability to receive and keep a charge. 

In reality, if you always charge your phone at 25%, the battery will only last 500 charges before it needs to be replaced. Using the charger at 75% capacity, on the other hand, will offer you up to 2,500 completely charged charges.

It's also worth noting that completely depleting your battery and then charging it back to 100% is not a good idea.

6. Don't go for a workout with your phone in your pocket.

There are several fitness-related apps available for your smartphone, but it may not be in your best interests to use them. This is because some iPhone users have had concerns with water damage as a result of sweating when their phone was in their pocket or strapped to their arm. This issue is made worse by Apple's refusal to cover even minor moisture damage under their warranty policy. When you consider how pricey an iPhone is, it makes no sense to risk it being damaged by sweat.

7. Keep your phone safe when driving.

The built-in navigation system on your phone is quite useful on a road trip, but be careful where you store this valuable item. You face the risk of having your smartphone tossed through the vehicle during an accident unless it is properly fastened at all times. This has the potential to harm the phone's sensitive circuits. Unfortunately, your warranty is unlikely to cover this type of problem.

8. Stay away from viruses and malware.

Although it is rare for a smartphone to become infected with a virus or malware, you should take care to safeguard your investment. Viruses are spread by malicious programs, so avoid downloading anything that appears to be suspicious. If your phone starts performing strangely after you install a new app, look at the app's data consumption to see if it's transmitting information to a third party. If you have a jail broken smartphone, it is also possible for virus-infected apps to be installed without your permission. Resetting your iPhone or putting your Android into safe mode to erase the offending app is the only way to get rid of a virus.

9. Make use of cloud storage options.

One of the greatest methods to avoid your phone becoming packed with too much data is to use cloud storage. This will allow you to run a tight, lean device while also reducing the danger of data loss in the event that something goes wrong. To get the greatest results, make use of any free cloud storage that comes with your smartphone and make regular backups.

You can stop squandering money on annual or biannual updates now that you know how to get the most out of your smartphone. You can even take it a step further by considering a variety of other cost-cutting options.

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It’s time to keep your phone safe and durable as now you know how to keep your phone running well into the future.

Follow these above points carefully and keep your phone working for a longer period of time.

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