It seems hard to believe, but in the middle of 2022 there are still users who continue to use cell phones that only support versions lower than Android 10such as: Android Pie 9.0, Oreo 8.1, Nougat 7.1, etc., therefore, this time, from Depor we will tell you what are the main signs that your mobile device could present so that you decide to renew it or acquire a completely new one.
There are many factors for users to still use cell phones Android several years old: the first reason is the lack of money, today’s smartphones have exorbitant prices, and we are talking about the entry-level range, the high-end ones seem unattainable; The second reason is that your device suddenly has no errors, but you should keep in mind that if the security patches are not updated, you could be the victim of a possible cyber attack.
SO YOU CAN KNOW IF YOU NEED TO CHANGE YOUR PHONE
- Storage: If your phone has 32 GB of internal storage, it’s time to renew your device, since the applications of today are heavier than those of several years ago and to be compatible with your old device, they require more benefits. Although the best option would be to purchase a MicroSD card, here you will not be able to store some heavy apps such as: Facebook, Instagram, video games, etc., it will only work for light applications and multimedia files.
- Drums: As in the previous case, the applications and updates of the current operating systems generate greater energy consumption, for this reason, smartphones are manufactured with batteries of 4,000 to 5,000 mAh, something that a cell phone with more than 4 years old. Also, remember that the useful time of a battery is approximately 300 charge cycles, which means that if you have charged your device from 0% to 100% more than 300 times, the battery of your old cell phone will probably run out quickly.
- Update Years: all mobiles have a certain number of years of updating, usually 4, it means there will come a time when your device will no longer receive the new versions of Android or your new security patches. Currently, we are in Android version 12, if your mobile has not updated or even stayed in previous versions, it is time to acquire another device so that you are not a victim of cybercriminals.
- RAM memory: old cell phones come with 1 or 2 gigabytes of RAM, something very scarce for today’s applications. The aforementioned component allows your mobile to open several applications in the background, if you do it and your computer starts to slow down, it is another indication for you to buy another phone.
THE STEPS TO SAVE A LOT OF BATTERY IN YOUR ANDROID CELL PHONE
- First, go to “Settings” Androidyou locate it with the icon of a cogwheel or gear.
- Now, click on the “Screen” section.
- The next step is to look for the section that says “Other screen controls”, the name of the tabs may vary slightly depending on the make and model of the smartphone.
- Finally, deactivate the switch called “Fluid screen” or “Refresh rate”, with this you will have 60 Hz.
- Clever. Although when scrolling you will not feel extreme smoothness, you will save a large percentage of energy. It is also recommended to activate the dark mode.
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