How to Know when to Get a New Phone

Knowing when to get a new phone might not be as straightforward as it seems. There’s always a new iPhone or Android phone coming out with new irresistible features. However, upgrading to a new phone each time the new model comes out isn’t always feasible. It’s also not always necessary. 

Maybe you’ve put yourself on a personal budget to get out of debt or save for something big like a down payment on a house or a trip to Disneyworld. In that case, a phone upgrade might be something you choose to do without for a while. Also, phones are not as simple and affordable as they used to be. They have evolved into highly technological devices that now carry with them increasingly significant price tags. 

Whatever the case, there are definitely reasons not to be continually upgrading and to choose to hold on to your current device a little longer. However, your phone won’t last forever. So how do you know when you should upgrade?  

Here are some common signs your phone is getting old or outdated that will help you know when to get a new phone.   

1. You still have to flip open your phone
2. You have to charge your battery multiple times each day
3. Random shutdowns
4. Low-quality photos and videos
5. Physical damage/water damage
6. Irreparable screen issues

1. You still have to flip open your phone

While you can overdo it with phone upgrades, it’s also possible to overcorrect in the other direction and underdo it. First of all, if you still have to flip open your phone to access it, it’s definitely time for an upgrade. While it’s doubtful that many people are still sporting flip phones, the sentiment can still apply to obviously outdated smartphones as a way to know it’s time to get a new phone. 

If your phone isn’t able to perform the functions that are becoming increasingly standard with modern smartphone technology, you might be holding yourself back. Your smartphone should be an asset to the way you organize your life and function in modern society. If your phone can’t download apps, stream music, access the internet, pair with other devices to easily access your files, make video calls, give you GPS directions, etc., it’s probably time to upgrade.

2. You have to charge your battery multiple times each day

Another way to know when to get a new phone is if you’re always charging. Unless you’re constantly streaming movies and videos on your phone all day, you should be able to leave for work and come back home without having to charge. There are some ways to increase your battery life and help it charge faster such as using airplane mode. However, if your phone barely makes it to lunch before needing a recharge, it’s time to consider getting a new phone. 

3. Random shutdowns

Does your phone randomly shut down and restart on its own? That’s a pretty clear sign for when to get a new phone. Random shutdowns are extremely inconvenient and can cause potential problems. They might happen in the middle of an important phone call or while relying on your phone for something immediately necessary such as GPS directions. You could also be in the middle of composing a long text or important note, only for your phone to shut down and lose that communication or information. If that’s the case, it’s time to get a new phone.  

4. Low-quality photos and videos

Getting a new phone might depend on how you rely on your phone. For instance, you might rely on your phone to take pictures and videos for work or for a lucrative side hustle or hobby. In that case, you might be prompted to get a new phone if there is a significant upgrade in a new phone’s camera and picture-taking/editing capabilities.

5. Physical damage/water damage

Even with protective cases, proper phone maintenance, and nifty little phone stabilizing solutions such as PopSockets, physical damage can occur to our phones. Whether you drop your phone or it experiences water damage, when to get a new phone might not be our choice.

6. Irreparable screen issues

Since almost the entirety of your phone operates by touch screen, having problems with your phone’s screen can be the worst. Whether there’s a sensitivity issue, significantly cracked, or blurred, any screen malady can be a major annoyance. However, just because you have a screen issue doesn’t mean you need a new phone. If you’re having trouble with your screen, first take it to a screen repair shop. A reputable screen repair shop should be able to fix a multitude of issues. They will be able to tell you when it’s time to get a new phone or if a simple repair can extend the life of your phone.

Do you need screen repair to help extend the life of your phone? At Houston iPhone Screen Repair we repair screens for any of your devices, and even offer a mail-in repair service for your convenience. Contact us today and see how we can help you!

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