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Five things to do after buying your new smartphone

Five things to do after buying your new smartphone

Happy user kit

Although you have already spent money buying your new smartphone, here is a kit of extra accessories that will improve your experience of using the device. I believe that with less than 150 reais you already get this kit:

  • Case and film: not everyone likes to use it, but the truth is that these two items help to preserve the device and ensure that it lasts longer and has better resale value. Glass films deliver the same experience as the glass of the device and a case will protect from scratches and even falls. The investment is low and worth it.
  • Memory card: if your new device has less than 64 GB of space advertised in the box, a microSD memory card can make a difference. Look for one that is at least class 10 and 32 GB, so that it doesn’t hinder hardware performance. So, you can store many more photos and files, including some apps.
  • External battery: As expensive as a smartphone is, practically none gets a decent battery life, and that means perhaps staying in the middle of the day. A discreet 5000 mAh battery can help, but the ideal is a 10,000 mAh battery.
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A powerbank can get you out of trouble / © NextPit

Transfer data from the other device

Bring everything you had on the other phone for your new purchase (or gift), so you won’t have to worry about which apps you used to have. You also do not need to manually transfer photos and videos to the new smartphone.

The Android system already has great resources to pass all your data and information without much effort. Check out our tutorials that explain this step-by-step.

Enjoy and do a good cleaning. Throw away the useless images and videos you receive in your WhatsApp groups, delete photos that are out of focus or repeated. Do not install apps that you were no longer using and start over with the right foot and more internal space.

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Transfer your information from one device to another / © NextPit

Set up screen lock

To protect your information, it is essential to set up a screen lock. You may even think that your information is not very valuable to others, but think about the contacts you have, intimate conversations that can be exposed to acquaintances or coworkers, and even compromising photos.

In order to not have a headache, configure this function. It is certain that it will take longer to unlock your device every time you use it, but it is worth the effort. If you want to spend as little time as possible, get a device with a biometric sensor, so just place your finger on the sensor and the device will be free for your use.

If you do not have this option, blocking through a pattern on the screen can be practical, but you can still count on the PIN (four numbers) or even a common password, with letters and numbers. Most modern smartphones have facial or iris unlocking.

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Biometric sensor is addictive, use without thinking / © NextPit

Save IMEI and invoice

You never know when you might have problems with your new device, so it’s best to prevent yourself with a little tip. Save your device’s IMEI number. This is the unique global identification number for each cell phone.

You can get your phone number from the tag available on the box. If it is Dual SIM, save both numbers. If you don’t have the box, usually entering * # 06 # in your phone’s phone app will show the number.

With it, you can lock the device for future use if it is stolen. Yes, we know that there are ways to circumvent this, but bad people with less knowledge will have problems.

The invoice is also a very important item. Keep the physical version of yours while you own the device and, if possible, keep a digital version as well. Either take a photo or save the one the site sends. Invoice has a good weight in the sale of the device and can also serve in problems related to theft.

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Having the invoice saved can help in such cases / © NextPit

Configure Android Device Manager

One more of the first things you should do when taking your device in hand. The Device Manager serves several purposes, the main one being finding your lost smartphone. It may have been stolen or stolen, but it may also have been lost around the house or you may have forgotten it at friends’ house.

With an access to the Google website, you find the location of the device, make it ring at high volume and can even lock it, delete it or leave a message for those who find it. Another simple solution to avoid headaches.

Configure the system basics

In the application drawer, look for Settings or Adjustments, and go through each of the options to make the basic operation of the device your way.

Among the most important things, we can mention the Screen section, where you will choose how long you want to leave the display active and the level of brightness. This influences the battery a lot. In Notifications you choose which apps will be able to send you notices, and some are quite annoying about it.

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Go through the settings carefully / © NextPit

In the Battery section, you configure the battery saving functions, at what level they will be activated and how the device behaves in these situations. Languages ​​and input are also worth a look, as there are keyboard settings, with dictionaries, correctors, keyboard height and more.

With these little details, you are now ready to enjoy your phone with a lot less headache. It will be ready for you to install your favorite apps and take cool pictures. Enjoy and do the best with your device.

What are your tips for someone who just bought a smartphone?