Don't forget to update your app. They're crucial.

It's critical to update the operating system and third-party apps as soon as they're published in order to keep your phone functioning as quickly and smoothly as possible. These changes are quick, and the advantages can be substantial: From bug fixes and security updates to modifications that provide new features and boost overall performance, your device will function more smoothly and fast.


Automatic app updates are available on both Android and iPhone, and should be enabled by default. On an Android phone, open the Play Store, slide out the menu from the left side of the screen, touch Settings, and ensure that the Auto-update applications option is checked. If you have an iPhone, go to Settings > App Store and check that the App Updates option is turned on. This function, however, will not operate in Low Power Mode.


You can check for system updates on an Android phone by opening the Settings app and looking for Software Update. You may also wait for your phone to notify you that an update is available and then follow the instructions. Google provides Android security updates around the first of each month, so checking for updates in the middle of the month isn't a terrible habit to develop.


iPhone users have the option of having new updates installed automatically. Don't worry, your phone won't start downloading and installing updates minutes after they're released. Instead, your phone will download the update a day or two after it's released, then install it while it's next charging overnight. Go to Settings > General > Software Update to install an update or turn on automatic updates. If an update is available, install it by following the prompts. If not, tap on Automatic Updates to enable or disable them.


Apps may be deleted to speed up a sluggish phone.

Because phones have limited storage and memory, it's critical to restrict the number of unneeded apps to a minimal. Delete applications you don't use on a regular basis to preserve storage space and prevent apps from running in the background, using valuable resources and making your phone feel slower and closer to the end of its life than it is.

Remove all of the applications you installed at some time for whatever reason but never use from your app drawer or home screen. On an iPhone, deleting applications is simple: long-press until the app is chosen. The app icon will display a dropdown menu. Simply choose Remove App. After that, you'll have the option to delete the

Android users have a few extra options, but the process is the same: Long-press on the I that appears under App Info, then pick Uninstall.


Make a monthly calendar item for "Delete unneeded applications" to remind yourself to do so on a regular basis.

Get an excellent case first and foremost.


How about your phone? Why don't you make a case for yourself? I understand. Even the tiniest cover is too much for a phone purist. It's also wonderful to view the phone in its natural state, rather than encased in a thick plastic cover.

The prudent move, on the other hand, is to put the phone in a protective case to safeguard it from shattering when it falls. Paying for a pricey screen repair or swiping your finger across a spiderweb of cracks is bound to make you want for a new phone, or at the very least regret not getting a case in the first place.

You don't have to spend a fortune on a case, but putting something on your phone is a must.

Maintain a clean screen and ports.


Using a phone covered in oil and filth is something none of us want to do. A phone that is clean and shining, on the other hand, is something we can all be proud of, especially if it means that dust and muck aren't interfering with its operation.

Even if you use a case, clear out any lint or debris in the charging port, microphone area, speaker grille, and headphone jack, if your phone has one, once in a while. You can get in there with a toothpick and coax anything out.

What about the front, sides, and back of the screen? Clorox wipes work great on an iPhone screen (as long as it isn't damaged). There's more.

Keep your phone battery from overheating by not overworking it.


There are various fallacies about how to maintain your phone's battery healthy. We have investigated various battery myths and discovered the truth behind each one.

Fast charging, for example, has no effect on the battery, but letting your phone drop to zero on a regular basis may.

If you avoid putting your phone in settings where the battery might overheat, such as leaving it out in direct sunlight while sitting outside on a hot day, your phone will last longer. If it gets too hot, it will shut down, but this may put strain on the battery, perhaps shortening its lifespan.

Begin caring for your phone's battery the day you receive it, and you'll reap the benefits.

Instead of replacing the phone, replace the battery.


Even if you've followed all of the instructions to the letter, you may still end up with a battery that won't retain a charge over time. Consider changing the battery instead of the complete phone.

This easy and inexpensive maintenance may often extend the life of your phone by a few months or even years. It would be simpler if most phones still had detachable batteries as they did in the old days, but now, most phones have inbuilt batteries that cannot be replaced without disassembling the device.

If you're tech-savvy and daring enough, you can change Android or iPhone batteries using an iFixit DIY kit. All of the necessary tools, as well as a guide, are included in the package.

Bonus tip: Make frequent backups of your phone.


Having a backup of your phone's data won't lengthen the life of your phone, but it will mean that when it's time to say goodbye to your phone, all of your contacts, photos, videos, and custom settings will be ready to transfer so you won't have to start over.

Possess an iPhone? Open the Settings app and double-check that iCloud backup is enabled. After that, go to iCloud > iCloud Backup and make sure the option is turned on.

For Android users, the procedure varies depending on the manufacturer, but in general, you may launch the Settings app and then go to Google > Backup. Some gadget manufacturers, such as Samsung, provide their own software.

Take a few minutes to read about Android's hidden features or, if you use iOS, hidden iPhone features now that you know how to keep your phone working well into the future. And here's how to get the maximum money for your phone.