Do’s and Don’ts of mobile phone

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Earlier mobile phones were just a means of communication via calls. Today, Mobile phone has become an inevitable part of humans. We cannot even think about a world without mobile phones. It has been evolved with advanced technologies and applications. Now it’s not used just used for making call, it plays multiple roles as a modem, GPS navigator, music player, camera, and lots more. It has been designed to perform multitasking.

With all these advantages, we forget that even mobile phones are just electronic devices that contain data and need to be cautious while using them. These overwhelmed features and applications, even increases the chances of freezing of phones, crashes etc. Hence, here are few precautionary measures to keep up your mobile phone data. Just take a look at the mobile phone do’s and don’ts, listed below:

Do’s:

Keep your phone and apps up to date

When it comes to OS on your mobile phones, one has to update their mobile platforms whether it is iOS, Android or Windows to their latest versions. Not just the platform but also the apps you are using on the phone should be up to date. This would avoid the compatibility issues that lead to constant crashes, timeouts, and outdated interfaces etc. Hence it’s essential to have updated platforms and apps. Also make it a point to close unnecessary background applications.

Defend your phone against malware

Phones are most susceptible to get infected with the malicious software like malware, virus infection etc. These programs hide in a seemingly harmless app like a ringtone or game, but contain hidden code designed that exploit or damage your mobile; running the app unleashes the malware on your phone.

Turn off your Bluetooth

If your phone works with Bluetooth technology or NFC standards, for example, that supports mobile wallets; turn them off when you are not using them. This will block the unwanted downloads and prevents the intruders from reading data stored on your phone.

Encrypt all your sensitive information

In case your phone includes data encryption features, do not neglect just use them. Because in the event of your phone being stolen, offenders will not be able to access your personal information that’s stored on your phone, if your data is encrypted.

Don’ts

Don’t Go Overboard with Animations

While the animations can surely be fun and add flair of simplicity to your mobile phones but they actually delay the access time. That’s because, the animations technically can’t begin until the mobile gets loaded. For example, think of any website that is fancy and professional-looking, but it requires you to wait a few seconds to load all animations and to access the website you’re visiting.

That’s what it happens if you have used over animations on your cell phones, it makes your phone run slow. Keep it as simple as possible.

Don't download too many addictive apps.

Just because you find many apps, it doesn’t mean that you have to download all of them. Among these, most of the apps will be useless and just eat your mobile memory. In some instances, you might download some malicious tools by thinking them as apps.  Hence, be aware while downloading the apps, and get only those you really need.

Don’t run your mobile when battery is low

Keep checking your mobile battery for its power. Don’t allow your mobile phone battery to go below 30%. Using the phone either to take pictures or transferring data etc. while your battery is low will just lead to loss or corruption of your data on the phone. Just make sure your phone is charged full before you use them. It’s advisable to switch off your phone, when not in use that saves the battery power.

Don’t jailbreak your mobile phone

Most of the phones now will run software only those that their operating system trusts. Jailbreaking/unlocking a phone will enable it to execute untrusted software, which might carry a harmful virus and cause your phone to reboot randomly or corrupt other applications. Always try downloading the apps only from major app stores like the Windows Phone Store or Apple’s App Store, etc.

With the help of the above explained tips, one can easily operate and secure their mobile phones from unexpected disasters like freezing or phone, virus infections or data loss etc. your negligence while using the phone might cause blunder and you may lose all your vital information. In such cases, just make use of the Remo Recover for Android software and get your entire data back in just few minutes.

About the Author: Molly Owen

Molly is the Lead Technical Specialist with distinguished knowledge and understanding of Mac computers and operating systems. Being a veteran photographer and video recovery specialist, Molly’s expertise in video formats and file repair has helped restore a lot of videos and cherished memories of users. As a technical specialist, she also believes in learning and…