10 things to consider when buying a new phone

Introduction

If you're looking to get a new phone, there are a lot of things to consider. It's not just about finding the right device—you also need to consider your budget and personal needs. Here are some things to keep in mind:

Screen

The size of your phone's screen will impact how much you can see and do on it. If you have a large-screened phone, then there's no need to buy an even larger tablet.

Screen resolution is measured in pixels per inch (PPI), with higher numbers indicating sharper images and more vivid colors. The iPhone X has a PPI of 458 and Samsung Galaxy S9+ has 545 PPI. That means they're sharper than most screens on other devices, but not quite as sharp as some phones like the Pixel 2 XL which have 672 PPI due to its OLED display technology - which results in better clarity but also higher power consumption levels compared with LCD displays like those used by most Android phones these days!

Camera

• Camera quality
• Camera features
• Camera modes. You can choose from a range of options, including Auto, Manual (which lets you set the focus and exposure yourself), HDR (high dynamic range), Panorama mode, and Time Lapse (for taking long exposures).

When it comes to camera lens types there are three main types; wide angle lens which lets you capture more of what's in front of you without having to move around too much; telephoto lenses which allow you to zoom out further than normal; macro lenses which bring closer objects into focus so that they look larger on screen.

Storage space

The size of your phone's storage is important because it determines how much you can store on it. You'll want to keep an eye out for phones with enough space to store all of the apps and files that you use regularly, as well as the photos, videos, and music that are important parts of your life.

If you're looking at buying a new phone that has more than 16GB of internal storage but less than 64GB (or vice versa), compare models so that you make sure they have enough capacity for everything you need them to do.

Battery life

The battery capacity of your phone is one of the most important factors to consider when buying a new phone. The battery life is measured in milliampere hours (mAh). A higher mAh rating means that you can take more photos, watch videos longer and use your phone for longer periods without having to recharge it.

Battery capacity varies between devices; some have larger batteries than others. Make sure to get as much info on this as possible before making any decisions about purchasing a new device

RAM

RAM is a type of memory that allows your phone to store more information at one time. RAM is usually measured in gigabytes (GB).

RAM is used by the operating system, the apps you run, and the other programs you use on your phone. This makes it important to have enough RAM installed on your device so that it doesn't slow down when performing multiple tasks at once or when running multiple apps simultaneously.

Processor speed and performance

Processor speed is measured in gigahertz (GHz), while processor performance is measured in gigaFLOPS. A phone with a higher number of CPU cores will run faster than one with fewer cores because each core has to do more work during your everyday tasks. For example: if you were running some light gaming on your phone, then the slower processor would be an issue because it wouldn't be able to keep up with what's happening on screen quickly enough. But if you were trying to do something like edit photos or videos then this wouldn't be as much of an issue as long as everything was slowed down enough for it not to matter too much anymore!

Phone operating system (OS) version

The phone's operating system (OS) version can be limiting. If you're coming from an older device, the newest OS will be a big change in terms of functionality, and many apps are no longer compatible. There are also versions of OS that are outdated and buggy, which means they may not function properly or have security issues.

The reason behind this is that manufacturers have been releasing new phones with different versions of Android over time, so if you switch between devices often it can be difficult to keep up with all these changes.

Understand your needs.

When you're shopping for a new phone, it's important to understand your needs. The first thing to ask yourself is: "What do I need this phone for?" If the answer is "work," then there are some things you'll want in mind when looking at the various models available on the market today. For example, if your job requires you to spend lots of time on email and social media sites while out of the office (or even just at work), consider getting yourself a model that has an excellent camera or wide-angle lens so that you can take advantage of those features when shooting photos or videos.

Another consideration might be whether or not having lots of storage space will be beneficial down the road--if so, then look into something with an expandable memory card slot so that extra SD cards can be purchased later down the road without needing too much work from yourself!

Be realistic about your expectations.

Before you buy a new phone, be realistic about your needs. Do you need a phone that will last forever? Are you looking for something that's easy to use and can multitask?

If so, consider whether the price of this device is worth it in light of its functionality. If the answer is yes--and we're talking about smartphones here--then go ahead and make your purchase! Just remember not to get too carried away with wanting an expensive model (or anything else) if its features aren't really necessary for what you want from your device.

Consider the device's storage capacity.

If you want to store a lot of music, photos, and videos on your phone, it's important to consider the device's storage capacity. The more memory there is inside the device, the more apps you can install without having to worry about running out of space. For example:

• If you use Instagram a lot--and who doesn't?--you might want to get a phone with at least 32GB of internal memory so that all those photos can be saved in one place and easy access from anywhere.
• If you like playing games on your phone but don't have much money saved up for one yet, consider buying an older model with 16GB or 32GB internal memory instead of getting something new with tons more space (because those things don't come cheap).

Check out the phone's battery life.

When you buy a new phone, it's important to make sure that the battery life will be enough to last you through the day. The battery should be able to last for at least 24 hours without needing to charge again. If your phone does have a fast charging option, this will help even more so because it means that when you're out of juice and need some extra juice fast, there won't be any problems with your device dying on you before getting back home or wherever else it is that people go when they're away from home (we all know how much time we spend in airports!).

Another thing worth checking out is whether or not the phone has any features built-in which could help prolong its life span even further--for example: maybe there's something called "Battery Care" software built into the operating system? There might also be other features like "Low Power Mode" or "Doze Mode", which would both help extend those same periods of time while using less power overall."

Conclusion

We hope we’ve given you a better idea of what to look for when buying your next phone. When it comes down to it, you should always do your research and make sure that whatever device you choose is right for you. With so many options out there today—and so many different kinds of phones—it can be hard to know where to start.