For a particular device, using different accessories or parts, not approved by the manufacturer(s), when the original is damaged or lost can cause compatibility issues that may even result in serious hardware damages. These problems may not occur instantaneously, but with time the device may be damaged.
Contact the manufacturer for an original replacement or recommended purchase rather than using an off-brand accessory should yours be lost or damaged. Don’t borrow accessories from friends because you think it’s the easy way out.
Older batteries are threats
Do you agree that an older battery has a lower ability to hold up a charge? It drains faster and needs to be recharged often. Heat generation is yielded with each recharge and, as you may know, lithium-ion batteries and heat are good enemies. This can affect the device’s body temperature. Do you know what happens to the circuit board when it receives or generates much heat? Well, most micro components get burnt and that’s the end of your device’s life!
If you have difficulties in setting up a new device, get online help prior to your first use or contact an expert. Never try configuring a device you are not familiar with.
Never over-expose your device to others
Sometimes, we cannot help but allow others to have a feel of our new handsets or smart devices and that’s completely normal. But before we allow others to handle and explore our new mobile devices, isn’t it prudent to consider the “What if…” of the equation? What if they Are they familiar with your device’s usage and operation? If ‘no’ then don’t grant them access to use it.
Most people with little or no knowledge about a particular device’s operation will just experiment with certain features or menu items in an attempt to learn. This can actually result in locking up your device, blocking some features or even causing something worse. This may seem obvious and common sense but believe me, it does happen in most cases.
Children usually mishandle mobile devices, usually dropping them or hitting them against hard surfaces or, worst of it all, playing with them alongside liquids; and you know the effects? Do not grant children access to your mobile or electronic devices or even allow minor children anywhere near them even if they cry for it.
Only Employ the services of an authorized technician
Sometimes, due to some external factors or because of our own making, the device we are using can ‘catch’ a problem. If this should happen to you, contact your device’s manufacturer or an experienced authorized technician. Do not employ the services of the so-called “repairers” (self-made technicians).
They may try to work around certain operations, or sometimes, open your device in an attempt to fix the problem. This can result in further damage. Also, the warrant to your device may be void should the warranty seal be broken in an attempt to open the device.
