When Should I Upgrade My Phone?
Wondering if it's about time to upgrade your phone? Well, if you haven't been following the classic 2-3 years rule, then here are some tell-tale signs that its time to get a brand new phone.
Battery Life
This is probably one of the most important aspects to any mobile phone. Your phone battery life will determine how smoothly your day will go, and no one wants to be that person who's always asking if someone else's portable charger. If a charging bank has been your life support lately, then it's probably time to consider getting a new phone.
Phone is Worn Down
Missing buttons? Cracks running through the screen? Then maybe it's time to get a shiny new phone that has not been worn down through the years. However, if you don't have the means to get a new phone then repairing is a good option too! Drop by one of our repair stores so that our friendly staff can help you out.
Software Updates
Outdated software and little to no updates is not something you should have to deal with. You should consider getting a new phone asap if you're starting to find that you're a couple software updates behind the others.
New Phone Features
These days new phones have amazing new features and improved specs. Even phones from a couple years ago can't compete with the cool features of phones of today. If your camera quality hasn't been doing your Instagram feed justice or you've been eyeing your friend's new phone then you should take a look at the new phones on the market.
Budget
This is the deciding factor on whether or not you're going to find yourself getting a new phone. If money has been tight these days then you may not have the liberty to get a new phone. However, these days there are numerous phone models at different price points so chances are that you can find a new phone out there that fits your budget. Otherwise, if you have than one amazing phone that you want and nothing else, then it's time to start saving up!
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