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Seven Essential Tips to Know Before Buying a Smartphone

Almost every person wants to know what factors and features one should when buying a smartphone like Xiaomi mobile phones. When we have so many options and such a massive variation in the price range in the smartphone market and when phones in the low budget provide almost the same features as the high-end phones, deciding what to buy becomes even more confusing.

One can find smartphones ranging from AU $400 to AU $1500 or even more than that. It is a given with every new phone we buy; we expect to get more features and decide between the right combination of price and features and get the best of both worlds, which Xiaomi phones in Australia are giving. Here, in this article, we will discuss seven essential things to know before buying a new smartphone which will help decision-making easier.

One point to consider before we go ahead is the kind of usage of how one will use a phone. If one is going to use a smartphone mainly to send messages, browsing, or publishing posts on social media, one can go for mid-range phones as they offer enough hardware capability for this use. However, if one is a gamer and wants a fluid and smooth gaming experience or a phone with a good quality camera, it is better to go for high-range phones.

Battery Life

The battery life of a phone matters, and it is one of the most important things that one must consider while buying a smartphone. A powerful battery is required since one cannot have their phone connected to the charger or power bank all day long. If phone use is for playing intensive games or streaming videos, one should go for a smartphone with at least a 5000mAh battery. If However, if one is an average or light user, a handset with a 4000mAh or even 3500mAh battery would be enough to last a full day before one needs to recharge it.

Memory

We all know smartphones have two kinds of memory – RAM and ROM. RAM and processor determine the speed and the number of apps the smartphone can keep on running in the background. ROM is the memory used for storing systems as well as media files. ROM is also sometimes referred to as internal storage, where all apps, photos, videos, files are stored.

It becomes essential to get a smartphone with enough RAM and ROM (internal storage). It is better to buy a smartphone with a larger RAM like 6 GB or 8 GB RAM for faster and smoother operation and internal memory (ROM) of 128 GB or 256 GB Storage if one is a heavy user. A smartphone with 3/4 GB RAM and 32/64 GB internal memory is enough for average light users.

Camera

The camera is one of the essential features of any smartphone. When buying a smartphone, look at its camera features like a lens, lens maker, aperture size, megapixels number, autofocus, digital or optical stabilization, special effects, manual modes, unique selfie feature, etc. A higher number of megapixels does is not a guarantee of good picture quality. Also, look for other elements in the camera like ISO, and aperture size.

Processors and Hardware

The processor is the soul and brain of any device. It can change the performance of the device completely. There are many kinds of processors like Dual-Core, Quad-Core, Octa-Core, and they come in many brand names like Snapdragon and Mediatek. Look at the processing speed in terms of GHz (GigaHertz) before buying a smartphone. A Higher value will indicate a faster processor.

Display

A gamer should go for a smartphone with a display of at least 6 inches with a high refresh rate. However, if one is an average smartphone user and uses it mainly for calling, messaging, and social media, a smaller screen will work. There are two types of screens- LCD and AMOLED. The difference lies between these two kinds of screens is in terms of the projection of light. One can also go for Full-HD, FullHD+, or QHD resolution. A Full HD or Full HD+ display will give better quality if using a smartphone for watching Full HD videos.

Operating System

These days, there are two primary operating system players: Android, another is iOS. Most of the brands like Xiaomi phone in Australia use Android. Android has many versions, so before buying a new android smartphone, remember to check the Android version. iOS is by Apple, and even though it might sound a bit expensive, it offers unparalleled quality.

Cost

The most important factor that one needs to consider before buying a smartphone is the price. One should compare the budget, cost of the smartphone, and the feature one wants and gets to the most optimum decision. As the hardware, features, and functionalities get better, the price gets higher. Online Stores provide more flexibility and develop exciting plans for smartphones that can help you buy them at affordable rates right at your doorstep.

Neer Tiwari
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NEER TIWARI

Neer Tiwari is a passionate social worker and blogger who has dedicated his mind and soul to bringing healing and standing by anyone who needs it.