Let us first review the knowledge of secondary school physics:

What is Fast Charging? It can be seen that power is proportional to voltage and current respectively,

that is, higher voltage and larger current can bring greater power,

which is the basic principle of fast charging.

It can be seen that under certain resistance and time conditions,

the greater the current, the greater the heat generation, and it will be extremely dangerous.

Therefore, in line with the principle of “tens of thousands of wires,

safety first”, the choice of fast charging lines must not only be cheap.

1. Increase the voltage:
   When charging, the charger first transforms 220V into 5V/ 9V/ 12V.
2. There is a charge controller (IC) in the mobile phone,
3. which reduces the low voltage to a low voltage and high current, so as to achieve the purpose of fast charging. This is the classic QC2 .0 solution.

Two ideas:

So in fact, the charging speed of the mobile phone is actually controlled by the mobile phone, not by the charging head.

The controller chip can regulate the overall current flowing into and out of the battery,

which can prevent dangerous peak currents.

But everything has advantages and disadvantages. The conversion rate of the charge controller (IC) to voltage is not 100%. Some power will be converted into heat loss.

The higher the voltage, the greater the heat, and the greater the loss. In addition, the bright screen of the mobile phone will also generate heat,

and the superposition of the two will cause huge heat. Therefore, high temperature will reduce the power and increase the charging time, which is also for safety reasons.

In 2015, Qualcomm QC3.0 was released. . The minimum voltage starts from 3.6V and the maximum voltage is 20V. Use 200mV as the step voltage to adjust step by step.

Greatly reduce the loss caused by QC2.0 during 9V/12V switching, and effectively reduce the heat generation during fast charging.

2. Increase the current:
   In order to avoid the loss of the secondary step-down of the charge controller (IC),
3. another solution is to directly use the low-voltage and high-current without going through the step-down process of the IC. This is the OPPO solution.
4. But ordinary charging cables can only withstand up to 2A current, so Green Factory has made a complete set of solutions, customized from the beginning to the line. Although it reduces losses and improves efficiency, customized chargers and charging cables also bring compatibility issues.
5. Simultaneous adjustment:
   Because the current limit of mobile phone batteries is almost 5V 5A, which is 25W,
6. and the current fast charging protocols over 25W on the market are basically proprietary protocols.
7. The voltage conversion efficiency of the charge controller IC mentioned above is limited.
8. The charge pump IC can achieve higher efficiency and can also generate an output voltage greater than the input voltage. Such as Huawei’s SuperCharge uses this technology.

Several common charging protocols:
Regarding the charging protocol, it’s more common to say that when the wireless charging sends out:

“How are you?”, the mobile phone understands that the other party and you are in the same language (fast charging protocol),

so they also say in a friendly way: “I’m fine, thank you you, and you?”, the two sides shook hands successfully and began to charge.
USB-PD
Voltage and current maximum power USB-PD9V2A18W

Both Apple and Google currently use the USB-PD protocol. This year,

the charging power of the three iPhone 11 models can reach 22 watts, while the previous models have a maximum charging power of only 18 watts.

Qualcomm Quick Charge
Maximum voltage and current power QC1.05V2A10WQC2.05V/ 9V/ 12V1.67A / 2A18WQC3.03.6V-20V (200mV increment) 2.5A/ 4.6A18WQC4.0+5V/ 9V (USB-PD), 3.6V-20V (200mV Incremental) 3A (USB-PD), 2.5A / 4.6A27W (USB-PD)

Note that QC3.0 is not compatible with USB-PD.

Oppo VOOC/SuperVOOC
Voltage and current maximum power VOOC5V6A30W Super VOOC10V6.5A65W

Huawei SuperCharge
Voltage and current maximum power SuperCharge4.5-10V4A / 4.5A / 5A40W

Unlike other proprietary charging protocols, Supercharge is compatible with USB-PD and QC.

Written at the end:
Although the current fast-charging agreement is contending with a hundred schools of thought

and a hundred flowers blooming, everyone has only one purpose, which is to give users the fastest charging speed.

I believe that in the future, driven by the two giants of Apple and Google, the full popularity of USB-PD will only be a matter of time.

Many smartphone-savvy consumers might argue that the joy of purchasing a second hand phone is nothing compared to the excitement of unwrapping a brand new mobile device that packs in the latest technology & features and looks unbelievably irresistible with its scratch free and gleaming body smartly encased in a stylish box!

However, buying a new phone may not be a viable option every time, more so if you are a self-proclaimed gadget freak who is always on the lookout for the latest models that are creating waves in the mobile phone market.

Indeed, there are times when buying a second hand mobile or a pre-owned phone is far more economical than embracing a new one, particularly when you do not intend to splurge on high-end mobile phones. This could be either due to the fact that you are cash-strapped or because you realise that it is only a matter of time before you lay your hands on yet another hi-tech device that makes a splash in the market.

You should also know when it is time for an upgrade to a new smartphone. Whatever be your reasons to opt for a used smartphone, you must remember that purchasing a used or second hand device can be a tricky affair, what with the market flooded with plenty of faulty and fake cell phones.

Considering that second hand mobile phones can also have their fair share of wear and tear and often do not boast any warranty cover, due diligence of the used handsets becomes non-negotiable if you do not wish to bring home a device that’s nothing but a rip-off.

So What Should You Check Before Buying Second Hand Mobile Phones?

So, how do you ensure that you are up for a good deal that is sheer value for money? Here are few effective tips that can lead to a positive buying experience for you with less likelihood of a second hand or refurbished purchase gone horribly wrong.

1. Stay Away from Stolen Phones

Even if you are being lured to a deal that’s simply a steal, buying a stolen phone is a strict ‘no-no’. After all, why get into a trouble with the authorities at a later stage for spending your money on a device that has been reported as lost or stolen or for buying a second hand phone that may have been misused in the past for execution of unlawful activities?

To safeguard yourself from such unnecessary hassles, always insist that the seller provides you with a soft or a hard copy of the original bill that shows his or her name as the buyer of the device along with other nitty-gritties such as date and time of the original purchase, name of the store from where it was purchased, warranty details, etc.

Next, look around the second hand phone’s battery compartment area for an IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) sticker or type *#06# (universal IMEI code that is compatible with almost all GSM mobile devices) to retrieve its unique IMEI number and match this serial number with that mentioned on the bill and on the packaging box. The above code works on both iPhones and Android phones. Note that dual SIM mobiles will have two IMEI numbers as opposed to one IMEI number for a single SIM mobile. If the details match, then you can be rest assured that the phone has not been robbed from someone.

2. Watch Out for Fake Phones

It is a fact that the market today thrives with a plethora of fake Chinese or Korean phones that are mere replicas of their original models and are quite hard to discern with the naked eye. Knowing that the phones’ internal stickers contain important information such as their IMEI numbers, model numbers etc, at times, fraudsters tend to alter these stickers with counterfeited ones that portray sham model numbers with no resemblance to the actual ones.

To ensure that your seller is not fleecing you, you can execute the following checks. Make sure that the model being sold to you is a genuine one by exploring the phone’s ‘Settings’ menu to find its model number and other hardware specifications. Compare the model number with that printed on the sticker behind the back of the phone or its battery. You can further leverage the hardware specifications to investigate if they match with those that have been outlined for that particular model by the manufacturer.

Despite the above, if you are still in doubt, consult your nearest Authorised Service Centre to decipher the genuineness of the phone in minutes.

3. Undertake an Exhaustive Physical Inspection of the Phone

Now that you have established that the phone at hand is neither stolen nor fake, it’s time to unlock your spying skills and dig deeper into the used smartphone’s or tablet’s physical well-being. Did we raise few eyebrows for stating something too elementary?

Well, as basic as it may sound, the matter of fact is that many a times, consumers forget or do not invest adequate time to visually examine a used phone from all possible angles.

Now, it’s not that every second hand phone that is doing the rounds is faulty or in want of a repair. However, there are hordes of them that are available in various brick and mortar stores and physical inspection is one of the easiest and most effective ways to keep them at bay. Even if you are buying a second hand phone online, asking for a physical demonstration from the seller is a must.

Explore the used phone from every possible quarter to detect dents and broken/bruised edges. If the device has a keypad, then watch out for broken keys, if any. Discern if the physical keys are in working condition by pressing a few of them randomly to check if they click well and if they allow you to type and navigate effortlessly. For mobile phones with touch screens, assess the functionality and the sensitivity of the phone’s touch by swiping your fingers across the screen and tapping few menus and apps to get a feel of the response time and the ease of navigation.

Many a times, fine scratches are not so evident when viewed superficially. However, they become more prominent when the phone’s screen is lit up. Hence, you must make sure that you always switch on a second hand phone to detect such subtle cracks that will stand out as bright lines against the well-lit display of the phone or will appear in the form of backlight bleeding.

Remember that presence of too many scratches and cracks could indicate that the phone has been subject to frequent falls which could be a cause of concern for you as it could indicate internal damages to the phone as a result of multiple drops.

Apart from falls, water damage is a common injury that is associated with mobile phones. To ensure that your chosen phone has not been exposed to water damage, undertake a careful evaluation of its charging ports and its battery. If you are purchasing a phone with a non-removable battery, then look out for the water damage indicator in its SIM card slot as that’s the place of the indicator for most unibody phones.

If the phone comes with a removable battery, then turn the device off and remove the back flap to take out the battery for a quick scrutiny of its visible bulges and obvious signs of damage. Observe the colour of the charging ports and that of the sticker attached to the back of the phone or pasted on or below the battery. Any discolouration of the ports or a change in the colour of the sticker from white to red/pink could mean internal damage due to liquid leakages which may have caused or can lead to slow corrosion of the phone’s internal elements.

A quick outbound call or a text will help you verify that the mobile phone’s mic and speaker are working just fine. Finally, do take out time to click few photos and selfies to ascertain if the mobile device’s front and rear cameras are in spick and span condition or if their lenses have lost their precision.

4. Execute a Service Code Test

These days, both GSM and CDMA phones are enabled with service codes that allow users to unlock their special menus that are normally accessible via the phone’s dialler. Such codes can be searched online and are used to undertake self-test routines to find out if different aspects of the phone like its receiver, vibration, sensor, touch, dimming, LED, RGB, camera, speaker, battery etc. are functional and in sound order.

To learn a lot of service codes and other mobile repairing tips, you can join the mobile repairing course offered at Prizm Institute’s training center in Kurla.

5. Examine the Usability of the Ports and Accessories

If you are buying a used phone along with its accessories, then you must also scrutinize the latter carefully. For starters, determine if the charger is operational by charging the phone for a few minutes while keeping a tab on the time taken to charge the phone.

Watch out for abnormalities with the battery e.g. is it getting heated too soon and too often? Also check to see if that the battery is draining fast. Next, analyse if the earphones are functional by plugging them into the device and indulging in a round of any audio file while you inspect the sound for its clarity and volume. Conclude with an evaluation of the second hand phone’s USB port by performing a quick data transfer check to confirm that port is in good working condition.

6. Settle for the Best Price

Even as you engage in all the elaborate checks listed above, don’t forget the key motivation that drove you to decide upon a used phone in the first place – its price!

Over time, the price of a particular model can drop steeply as upgrades make their way into the market. In such scenarios, you are better off buying a new phone as opposed to one that has exchanged hands. You should also know how to select and buy a new smartphone in case you are planning to buy a new handset.

In the event that a second hand phone still turns out to be cheaper, then negotiate wisely, keeping the present condition of the phone in mind and closing the deal if it is fairly placed and earns you neat savings. Lastly, it pays to look for an optimally priced refurbished phone that has been tested and fixed by an expert technician and comes with a warranty to ensure that you don’t run the risk of having to go hunting for another mobile device anytime soon!

Scour the internet and hunt the local stores to spot the hottest deals that are on offer on the model of your choice – both for first-hand and second hand phones.

There are no ifs, ands, or buts: If you want to know about tech, you have to know about security. Unfortunately, in recent years, cybersecurity has exploded in complexity, and even the basics can be difficult for the layperson to grasp. Fortunately, we’ve boiled down the basics for you here, with this guide to your most pressing cybersecurity concerns.

What’s the Difference Between Threat, Vulnerability, and Risk?

In blogs about cybersecurity, it seems that the terms threat, vulnerability, and risk are used nearly interchangeably, but if you pay close attention, you’ll likely notice a pattern. Here are the strict definitions of each:

• Threat: An attacker or an attempted attack intended to disrupt or damage a computer network or system.
• Vulnerability: A weakness in a network or system that allows attackers greater access.
• Risk: The potential for a network or system (or the network or system’s owners) to experience harm. Sometimes, risk is also defined as the costs of cybersecurity; in these cases, risk is often represented as a formula: threat x vulnerabilities x consequences.

Here’s an easy way to remember the differences between these three: A threat is from an attacker who will use a vulnerability that someone failed to identify as a risk.

What Is an Endpoint? What’s the Goal of Endpoint Security?

Simply put, an endpoint is one of the ends of a network – namely, the devices. In a vast business network, endpoints could consist of smartphones, tablets, desktop computers, servers, routers, copiers, scanners, printers, and more. In a home network, endpoints are fewer and less diverse, but it is still vital that they remain secure.

Also, simply put, the goal of endpoint security is mitigating vulnerabilities to avoid physical and electronic threats. For a network to be secure, every device connected to its network must boast comprehensive security, which typically means businesses must use endpoint protection, especially if they allow BYOD. A strong endpoint security strategy ensures that all sensitive data is safe from malware, burglars, and more.

What Are Different Types of Cyberattack?

Long ago, computers could only be attacked via corrupt floppy discs. Today, cyberattacks can take so many forms – and result in such vastly different types of damage – that it behooves anyone online to understand the possibilities.

• Malware. Perhaps the most recognizable type, this attack is simply executable code that typically steals information or destroys data. Malware evolves rapidly; recently, the most common variety has been ransomware, which holds devices’ data hostage in expectation of payment.
• Phishing. Through email, social media messaging, and other communication methods, phishing attackers request personal information from unsuspecting victims to then try and hack an account. Recognizing the signs of phishing is the best way to prevent a successful attack.
• Password attacks. As it sounds, this attack consists of attackers trying to crack a password. Often, attackers buy or develop software to try thousands of password possibilities at once – which is why it is vital to use unpredictable passwords.
• DoS. Denial-of-service attacks attempt to disrupt and crash the service to a network, usually by sending high volumes of data or traffic. This has serious consequences for businesses, which usually need service to function.
• MITM. A man in the middle impersonates an accepted endpoint to gain access to valuable information. Attackers position themselves in non-encrypted, wireless access points, so using encrypted wireless access with WPA security or greater is ideal.

There are a dozen or more other types of cyberattacks – including drive-by downloads, malvertising, rogue software, and brute force attacks – but you can learn about those less-common attack methods another time.

What’s the Difference Between Encoding, Encrypting, and Hashing?

By now, it’s been well-established that you need encryption to keep your data safe – but what if you encode it or hash it instead? If you opt for one of the latter two, you might not be as secure as you hope. Here’s why:

• Encryption is the process of transforming data so that it can only be consumed by its intended audience. Encryption isn’t new; in fact, it’s been used for millennia to send secrets around the world. Computers use unique keys (typically strings of random characters) to encrypt and decrypt data.
• Encoding is the process of transforming data so that it can be consumed by different systems. For example, special characters like ~, #, and | must be encoded before they can be typically, you’ll see the character % to mark URL encoding. However, encoding systems are publicly available, meaning they aren’t necessarily secure.
• Hashing is the process of ensuring integrity in data. This means that hashed data will tell you what (if anything) has been changed since the data was created. Usually, this is used to authenticate messages, and does nothing to hide or obscure the information contained therein.

Conclusion

Cybersecurity is a dense field, and as the cyber arms race intensifies, security will only become more complicated. Understanding the basics of today will help you learn the complexities of tomorrow.

Data loss is very common with all devices. No matter you are on your PC or on smartphone device, there come times when you accidentally delete some data and then want to recover that lost data. To deal with this situation, data or file recovery tools help you get your lost data back in no time.

If you have already tried searching for lost files in a Recently Deleted folder in Albums and also tried to find these files in iCloud and iTunes backup without success, then it’s time to use data recovery tools for effective and instant results.

There are multiple ways available to retrieve deleted files on your iPhone device. For permanently deleted files, you can use advanced data recovery tools aka undelete tools for instant and effective results. Let’s discuss some of these tools here.

Best Tools To Retrieve Permanently Deleted Photos And Videos

1. iMyFone D-Back iPhone Data Recovery

This smart tool offers four options of iOS data recovery to help you recover your lost data. These methods include recover from iCloud backup, recover from iTunes backup, recover from the iOS device and smart recovery.

You can use this powerful tool to recover up to 18 different data types including WhatsApp messages, images, videos, music files, etc. It supports even the latest iPhone versions including iPhone X, iPhone 8/8 Plus running on iOS 11.

Source: softonic

Using this tool, you can also repair iOS issues effortlessly. Here, you can fix issues like unresponsive screen, stuck on Apple logo or recovery mode, stuck in black/white screen, device screen flashes and reboot loops.

Further, it offers preview option before you recover any file and allows you to transfer iOS photos/music/videos to iTunes/PC and vice versa. It also offers cleaning feature where you can clear up all unnecessary files from iPhone.

2. Primo iPhone Data Recovery

Primo iPhone Data Recovery helps you recover 25 types of iOS content from your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. You can use this tool to retrieve data through 3 safe modes i.e. iDevice, iTunes Backup and iCloud. Here, you can recover permanently deleted photos from iphone, your lost contacts, notes, messages, videos and lot more.

Further, it also helps you fix your iDevice for various iOS system issues or update errors. This smart tool supports all latest iPhone versions including iOS 11 devices and above.

Source: Getintopc

You can use this tool to restore lost photos and videos from Photo Stream, Photo Library or camera roll. It helps you recover these files easily even when you didn’t take backup of these files or you have lost them due to jailbreak, system upgrade or accidental deletion. Here, you can preview files before you recover them on your device. Additionally, it also allows you to view & download the iCloud backup to computer, browse and find iTunes backup on your PC, recover from iCloud & iTunes and a lot more.

3. Gihosoft iPhone Data Recovery Free

You can use this 100% free and effective data recovery tool to fix all data loss related worries. It helps you recover data from iPhone, iPad and iPod touch effortlessly. You can use this tool to recover photos, videos, text messages, contacts and up to 16+ types of files on your device.

It offers multiple recovery methods including iOS Device/iTunes and iCloud backup methods for easy recovery. Using this user-friendly and professional data recovery tool, you can get accurate results in no time.

To recover data using this tool, all you need to do is connect your device, scan lost data and preview & export it to your desired location. It works on powerful scan engines and smart techniques to help you recover all your lost data effortlessly.

Source: Gihosoft

4. EaseUS MobiSaver Free

This is said to be the world’s first free data recovery software that supports all latest iPhone versions, iPad and iPod touch devices. This smart tool supports recovery from the iOS device, iTunes backup, and iCloud backup.

Here, you can recover different types files effortlessly whether they were lost accidentally, lost due to system update failure, Jailbreak failure, virus attack, improper operation or due to other issues. Further, it also helps you recover Kik chat messages and attachments in no time.

At the same time, it also offers two-factor authorization of Apple, user-friendly operation for optimized recovery results and data recovery with enhanced quality.

Source: Imyfone

5. Stellar Phoenix Data Recovery for iPhone

Use this DIY software to recover all your lost or missing files in no time. You can use this tool to recover lost messages, photos, contacts, videos, call history and what not. It supports recovery from encrypted iTunes backup files and also recovers data from iCloud Backup files. It supports all latest iPhone versions including all basic models. It helps you recover lost data due to Jailbreak, device damage, stolen device, water damage, black screen of death, factory reset, iPhone stuck at Apple logo and lot more.

Source: ivoicesoft

You can also use this powerful tool to recover your WhatsApp, Line, Viber, WeChat, Tango and Kik messages along with other attachments. While searching for lost data, it performs a deep scan to find recoverable data even from the remotest corners of your device. Here, it searches files on the basis of file signature for better results.

Conclusion

For instant recovery purpose, you can find a recovery option under Recently Deleted folder on your device. Further, you can also try a backup from iCloud and iTunes to recover your lost files. If you have tried these basic steps unsuccessfully, then it’s time to use file recovery software for your smartphone. Using these smart tools, you can recover all types of files instantly and accurately.

Note: If in case you are unable to recover your data using above software, you may need more advanced professional data recovery experts to do the job for you. Data recovery services are quite expensive and hence only recommended if your lost data is very important or precious!

Our mobile phones have become almost an extension of our bodies. Can you imagine life without access to the internet literally at your fingertips? A life without the ability to instantaneously connect with people all over the world? Our phones are the most convenient way to get information on absolutely anything!

If you want to find the best available Spectrum internet prices you open your phone and do a Google search. If you want to find good restaurants near you, you go to Yelp. In fact, something as basic as checking the time on a wristwatch has been replaced by smartphones.

When it is obviously such an integral part of everyday life, browsing on your phone should be a smooth exercise. Unfortunately, too many people are unaware of some of the best browsers out there and remain woefully ignorant. This blog article explores 5 of the best browsers used today in Android smartphones.

Best Browsers For Android Smartphones

1. Google Chrome

Google’s Chrome is perhaps the most well-known and recognized browser in Android smartphones today. It comes with a multitude of features like ease-of-searching, private browsing and automatic form filling. And that’s not all. Google Chrome also has a Data Saver which allows you to browse more with less data usage.

Google Chrome is most useful when you have a Google account. It saves passwords, history and bookmarks across all your devices and assists you intuitively. Tabbed browsing and off-line viewing mode put Google Chrome at the top of our list for best Android browsers.

Read How to avoid spending too much time on your smartphone

2. Opera

Opera is an ultra-light, extremely fast browser that has become very popular on Android. The mobile browser is from the same team that was behind the creation of Opera for Windows and Mac. It regularly gets updated with new features which include ad blocking, QR code scanning and tabbed browsing. Because of its relatively small size it usually does not inhibit your phone’s performance.

Read Do Cell Phone Cause Cancer?

A data saving mode makes sure your browsing isn’t too excessive. There is also an incognito mode for private browsing sessions as well as a password management system. An Opera account enhances the experience across multiple devices.

3. Firefox

Mozilla took the world by storm when it first introduced Firefox for personal computers. The mobile version of Firefox is just as popular. It offers a range of ad-ons that include Adblock Plus and Speechify. Speechify is a good text to speech engine that allows you to listen to emails etc on your Android phone.

You also have the ability to apply personalized themes on your browser, enhancing user experience. Other than the ad-ons, there are a few quirky features you might find useful. Night viewing helps protect the eyes from the strain of blue light.

There’s also a rigorous privacy control system that prevents ad networks from tracking your browsing. And that’s not to mention bookmarking and password saving features that add to its convenience. Firefox makes a well-rounded third on our list.

4. Firefox Focus

Firefox Focus is the perfect browser for people who are mindful of web security. Where Firefox is good for regular browsing, Firefox Focus offers the best secure browsing experience available.

Read How to Protect Your Smartphone From Damage

The interface is minimal but streamlined and equipped with ad blockers. It also shows how many tracking programs it blocks on an active sight and reminds you regularly to clear your browsing history.

Firefox Focus turns you into the James Bond of browsing, fast and undetectable. The best part is that the file size does not exceed 4MB which makes it usable even on phones with low space. Firefox focus makes a solid 4 on our list.

5. Puffin

Puffin by CloudMosa is relatively unknown browser, but definitely one that gives an excellent browsing experience. The thing which really distinguishes Puffin from other browsers is its Adobe Flash support.

Read How To Buy The Best Powerbank For Your Smartphone

It uses remote servers to download and stream pages, videos and games to your phone. This significantly reduces loading time and puts less strain on your phone’s capabilities. Because of its cloud storage, Puffin is best suited for unsecured public WiFi by theoretically keeping your data safe from hackers. It also comes with a privacy mode along with data compression to reduce your consumption.

There are also various themes to choose from as well as mouse and game-pad emulators that make the experience unique. Puffin is not available in certain countries, which puts it at number 5 on our list but it is still a comprehensive browser that will help you safely surf the web.

Conclusion

There are many other browsers out there that can be used to adequately meet your needs. Tor Browser is one such browser which is famous for private and safe browsing.

With advances in AI and technology, browsers only keep getting better and more convenient. Information is now found and received much faster than a few years ago. On top of that, with advances in security protocols, you can browse comfortably in the safety of your digital privacy.

Technology has significantly contributed to improving the lifestyle of people in this era. Mobile phones are one such advent of technology that affected our lives positively and adversely, both in equal proportion. This will not come up as a surprise that smartphones are the most popular and dominating form of communication technology that society has witnessed so far.

With the development in mobile trends along with its raging popularity, it is evident that mobile devices are an integral part of human lives.”

– International Telecommunication Unit (ITU)

With the inclusion of latest and upgraded smartphones every month in the market, people are befuddled with the decision to upgrade to newer and better phones and stay in tune with the trend and latest technologies.

Whenever Apple announces a new iPhone launch or Samsung unveils the latest Android Galaxy, we all tend to analyze the age and performance of our prevailing phones.

And surprisingly, it’s not only the desire to avail an upgraded operating system, there are many other factors that emerge as major reasons to bid adieu to our current phones and switch to an upgraded one.

5 Signs It Is Time To Say Goodbye To Your Old Mobile Phone & Buy A New One

Following are some obvious signs that could surely help you make that decision to stopping repairing your old phone and switch to a new one.

1. Outdated Features

One of the most evident and significant traits that shows your phone is getting aged, and its antique features are nowhere near the latest specifications of smartphones in the market. Hence its equally important to know for how long you should use your smartphone before buying a new one.

It’s a well-known fact that there is an update in features and services of smartphones every month, and this paves the way to give up the current phone and buy an upgraded smartphone that includes all the latest features and specifications.

2. Slow Interface

Smartphones were designed to make our lives a lot simpler and help us access the virtual world within a few taps or clicks. There are chances that such ease and comfort might end up with stuffing apps into your phone that eventually slows down its performance.

Factory reset is considered as a prominent solution to get your phone interface back to the normal condition, but if that doesn’t work anymore, there is no significant reason left to cling onto your current phone.

3. Insufficient Storage

Little did we know that even low-resolution pictures can acquire a huge chunk of storage in mobile phones. Storage issue is one of the most prevailing issues in smartphones today, which is why manufacturers are concentrating on more memory space and launching phones with adequate storage.

Accumulated storage can generate various difficulties in smartphones such as frequent screen hangs, abrupt power offs, battery exhaustions, etc. So if your phone is dealing with any of these problems, then it’s high time you may have to upgrade to a better one.

4. System Update Unavailable

Software updates pop up every now and then, and the enhanced software delivers the latest and updated features on our phone. And to avail those new specifications, we update our phone at regular intervals. Most of the brands release updates on short intervals of a few months but there are certain updates that are only compatible with the latest models. In such a case, you are left with no other option but to go for a new handset.

5. Recurring Problems

You were facing a problem of a fast draining battery or phone shutting down automatically or any other frustrating fault. You tried to fix it at a mobile repairing shop a couple of times but the problem simply pops up again and again. Here the issue might be due to a major fault in its motherboard and demands you to just bid adieu to that faulty phone and buy a new one immediately.

Wrapping Up

Smartphones are the most innovative inventions of modern times; with support from the Internet, they allow us to perform various tasks and access social media sites that keep us digitally connected. The introduction of smartphones has also minimized the use of different entertainment sources.

Speed, performance, storage, camera, display clarity, features, battery, software version are some of the most important specification which get outdated over time and force a user to switch to a new device.

With the increasing number of smartphones, the industry of cell phone repair shows a lot of promise and a good future. Obviously, as a businessman in this field, you stand to gain more than a mobile phone repair technician would. But, for people with less financial resources, it isn’t easy to start your own mobile phone repair center from scratch. The easiest way out is to start small, right in your house. In this post, we will tell you how to start a cell phone repair business from your home.

Before you open any business, it is important to consider the pros and cons. This will help you decide if you want to start your cell phone repair business at home or you want to start with a full-fledged service center directly. It is always better to take smaller risks rather than taking big leaps and at the same time be more successful in cell phone repair business.

Before proceeding further, lets go through the pros and cons of starting a cell phone repair business from home.

Advantages and disadvantages of running the business from your home

Advantages

1. Lower investment

For a full-fledged service center, you will need a lot more capital for furniture, electricity, shop lease, staff, etc. When you are working from home, you either already have these facilities or you don’t need them. Thus, you will be cutting down on expenditure to a great extent.

2. You are your own boss

When you start your business at home, you can choose flexible working hours, unlike a conventional store. If you are a nocturnal person, you can choose to work at night when you feel, and you don’t need to be responsible for anyone.

For more advantages of home based business, you should also read top 10 advantages of a home based business.

Disadvantages

1. Lower productivity

Working from your own home leads to a lot of distractions. Moreover, the atmosphere is a much more relaxed one which results in you working much less than you should actually. In business, a slower rate of work means you get to earn less as well.

2. Fewer customers

In your home, the number of technicians, space, and resources available will be limited. Your shop will also be tougher for customers to access when compared to a store on the road. This results in fewer number of customers that you would have originally preferred.

After going through the above pros and cons you need to decide which of them are more important to you. We would suggest that you can also start with a home based business before expanding into a complete service center if that is what you think may work for you. It helps you get a good sense and working experience which will result in fewer mistakes when you choose to go big.

If you have convinced yourself to start off on this path of home-based cell phone repair business, then read on to find out how to start your cell phone repair business from home.

How to start your cell phone repair business from home

1. Learn the business

The first step is to learn about mobile phone repair. You can learn cell phone repair at any technical institute also called cell phone repair school.

Since this business will only involve you doing most of the work, in the beginning, you should go to a training institute that covers not only technical education but teaches you everything about managing the mobile repair business as well. Technical institutes like Prizm institute can help you to learn cell phone repair, get certified and run this business from your home.

Additionally, you should visit these websites to learn mobile phone repair online for free!

We also recommend everyone entering this field to gain some hands on experience after completing the training to get more experience, expertise and confidence.

2. Make a workstation

The art of repairing smartphones is a delicate one. Thus, you will need to find a place in your home where you can quietly concentrate on your work without being disturbed. Moreover, you need to have access to a computer and plug points to use various electrical devices.

A table and chair of appropriate height are essential to help you work comfortably. Your garage or guest bedroom should be a great fit for this. Otherwise, you can use your own room and desk as well.

Read 20 Killer Tips To Be More Successful in Cell Phone Repair Business

The workstation should have all the necessary tools that are needed to fix hardware as well as software faults of smartphones and tablets.

3. Acquire spare parts

When it comes to hardware repair, you will always need spare parts to replace a few malfunctioning ones. These parts will vary from one model to the other. So it is important that you remember to categorize properly and store them carefully to avoid mixups.

I suggest you buy boxes of different sizes and label them meticulously. Your spare parts supplier should give you a good deal for your spare parts. To ensure this, ask different shops and suppliers and try bargaining a bit as well. It is necessary to get original/genuine spare parts of all popular smartphones from a trusted supplier or your business won’t be successful.

4. Create an identity

Every business needs an attractive company name. This should be accompanied by a great logo as well. Both of these should be easy to remember as well as something that makes an impact on people. Try asking your friends for a favor to help you with this. Take your time with this and don’t settle for anything you might not like.

Here is an excellent article to help you choose the best cell phone repair business names.

5. Check for legalities

Whenever you start a business, there are a lot of things that you need to do to ensure you aren’t doing anything illegal. For example, you will have to register your business with the related government department. Moreover, you will also need to take care of the taxes that you pay.

Thus all your repairs will need to be carefully documented. For this purpose, it is best to consult a related lawyer/consultant. That way you can ensure that you don’t face any legal problems later.

6. Figure out the logistics

In this business, there a lot of parts moving around. You will need to figure out how each of these is transported. For example, you could either collect the spare parts from the supplier, or they could deliver it to you. You could also offer pick-up and drop services for mobile phones to increase the appeal of your cell phone repair business.

7. Advertising

After setting up all the necessary things, you will need to find a way to reach and attract more customers. When you are working out of a store, then you can choose to have an attractive storefront to get more customers. However, if you are working out of your own home, this is not possible especially if you are living in an apartment complex.

You need to do more of advertising to get more customers and thereby get more profit in this mobile phone repairing business.

An attractive board on your door would not suffice.

You can also try to go for online advertisements. They are cheaper and more effective as well. If you advertise well enough, then you should be able to get the same number of customers that a full-fledged service center does.

For offline advertising, you can distribute flyers door to door in your neighborhood. Try to use small advertising banners or standees if possible. Also rely on your friends for word of mouth publicity.

Next is what?

Once all this is set up, you can think about employing others and increasing the services you offer. Starting your business from your home is always a good idea to minimize costs. But once you are set, you can move to a shop. You can start expanding your business and then there will be different challenges that arise.

If you have any more questions on the topic, feel free to ask us in the comments below. We welcome all your suggestions as well.

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Windows 11 Is Now Available For Some People

Microsoft officially has released Windows 11, and it will be available via a staggered rollout. On Tuesday, Microsoft began rolling out the release of Windows 11, starting with computers running Windows 10 and those that launched with a preloaded version of Windows. Microsoft says that users will be notified of their eligibility over the coming months, and it’s aiming to complete the rollout sometime in mid-2022.

Users can check the compatibility of their system with Windows 11 on the Microsoft website.