Ayush Jalan

1 week ago | makeuseof.com | Ayush Jalan

Standardized Specs Mean Less Confusion for Non-Savvy Buyers Buying a phone is arguably less of a hassle today than it was a couple of years ago. That's because many features that were then considered innovations and only found on select models are now standard. This means the average buyer, who isn't as tech-savvy, doesn't have to worry about their phone missing any essential features.

1 week ago | makeuseof.com | Ayush Jalan

Google has made immense progress over the years in establishing Pixel phones as a competitive and recommendable option. And I'll admit, some of its features make me want to ditch my good ol' trusty Samsung phone. However, while I do think the company's mid-range phones offer great value, I can't say the same for its flagships. 6 Poor Trade-In and Resale Value Pixel phones retain their value about as long as ice cream on a hot day.

1 week ago | howtogeek.com | Ayush Jalan

Smartphones are a lot more complex than you might think, and many of the features and specs that we take at face value can be dubious, if not downright misleading. Here are some worth knowing about. No Two Batteries Are Exactly the Same Making lithium-ion batteries is a complicated process, and while manufacturers aim for consistency, tiny deviations during the manufacturing process (called "tolerances") are inevitable.

2 weeks ago | howtogeek.com | Ayush Jalan

You want your phone to last as long as possible, and the best way to do that is to care for the battery to minimize its degradation. Here are the best practices you should follow. Don't Leave Your Phone Empty or Full for Long To understand how to preserve your phone’s battery health, it helps to know the basics of how a lithium-ion battery works. Every second you use your phone, tiny chemical reactions occur inside the battery to release stored energy.

2 weeks ago | makeuseof.com | Ayush Jalan

If you use a Samsung phone, you're more than aware of the amount of bloatware on it. What you might not know, however, is that many hidden pre-installed system apps run in the background. What exactly do they do? And do they collect your data? Let's take a look. How to See System Apps on Samsung Many system apps are not shown in the app drawer because they are not meant to be interacted with directly by the user. They perform critical functions, and messing with them can cause problems.