Basic smartphone settings you need to know about

For many individuals, the simplicity of their smartphone features remains a very difficult feat to surpass for both new and long-time phone users. Some features are enabled by default upon purchase, while others will require changes be made to the phone settings to be enabled.
Mobile Service providers have also been described as contributors to the underutilization of the full capacity of smartphones from their slow-paced internet speed, outrageous subscription, and service fees.
Whatever category of user you belong to, the next few tips will help you maximize your smartphone usage experience and enhance your efficiency levels as it relates to your smartphone productivity.
• Free Calling Apps and Messengers
SMS and phone calls usually cost more over the local telecoms network especially when it’s done internationally. Fortunately, apps such as Skype, Zoom, Whatsapp, Facebook and many others allow for local and international calls over the internet at very little to no extra cost.
• Change App permissions
Phone settings such as app permissions and disabling the in-app purchase help to limit unplanned spending as a smartphone user. It usually also pays to use a free apps instead when working within a budget for a particular period.
• IMPROVE BATTERY LIFE
Every phone type, regardless of its model, usually comes with built-in function that enable the phone battery life. In both Andriod and IOS phones, these settings usually come as either “Battery Saver” or “Low Power Mode” and can adjusted to suite the phone activity level.
• ADJUST SCREEN BRIGHTNESS & FONT SIZE
Your eyes also need some rest. The brightness of screen gadgets has been proven to affect the quality of sleep especially when phone usage happens shortly before bedtime. Head on to your phone setting to adjust the screen brightness level and font styles. Not only does it save your eyes from serious damage, but it also helps retain the phone battery for a longer period.
• SAVE UP PHONE STORAGE SPACE
Phone storage is a major pain point for many smartphone users and very few know how to best take advantage of their smart storage provisions. Apps such as Google Photos automatically help to backup media files and clear up the actual phone storage for other content.