The volatility in the economy and money markets has had a negative impact on the prices of technological products. Buying a new phone or computer has become quite difficult for many people. For this reason, people have no choice but to use their devices for a long time. But did you know that some mistakes can seriously shorten the life of the phone? Here are 5 common mistakes iPhone users make…
Mistakes iPhone users make
Use of unlicensed and cheap accessories
The first item on our list will be familiar to many of you. Yes, iPhones don’t come with a charger in the box. That’s why most users need a new adapter and various accessories depending on the situation. While saving money is important for many of us, going cheap can end up costing more than you think. What you need to do is minimize the risk by buying from a licensed and trusted brand.
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Not using the optimized charging feature
As strange as it may sound, charging is one of the things that shortens the life of the phone. The lithium-ion batteries we use in most modern devices, including the iPhone, deteriorate over time. While this aging process is inevitable, some factors contribute to faster battery degradation, such as extreme temperatures (both high and low) and prolonged charging. The easiest way to avoid the problem is to take advantage of the Optimized charging feature.
Jailbreaking your iPhone to install unapproved apps
The next problem on our list doesn’t really concern current iPhone users. jailbreaking means removing restrictions imposed by Apple and allowing you to install unapproved apps from third sources. However, you should be aware that jailbreaking your iPhone can void its warranty and make it more vulnerable to malware and other security threats. It can also make it harder to install future software updates, exposing you to new vulnerabilities.
Not paying attention to application permissions
What sounds paranoid at first glance is actually quite well-founded. Every time you install an app on your iPhone, it will ask for permission to access certain features of your device, such as the camera, microphone or your location. As you probably haven’t read the terms and conditions or user manuals, you can tap Allow without a second thought. However, having sensitive data such as your location or microphone always being transmitted in the background is a burden on your device and a privacy and security risk.
Not using Find My iPhone
In fact, this article is quite different from the others. Yet it is just as important. Unfortunately, your increasingly valuable iPhone also faces physical dangers. Not using the Find My iPhone feature, which is the ideal solution for a product that is so likely to be lost or stolen, is one of the most critical mistakes that can be made. If you activate the feature, you can use it in a possible crisis and ensure that your lost device is returned to you.
