When you get a new phone, you want to make sure you’re extending it’s life and there’s a few mobile phone accessories you need to do that. Introducing these into your life will reduce any aesthetic damage, keep your phone connected and all your data safe. Spending a little more money will help reduce costs in the long run.

Why you need mobile phone accessories

There are endless reasons as to why you need mobile phone accessories. Some accessories are more important than others in terms of extending your phone’s life whilst some are just helpful. One of the biggest reasons you need any kind of phone accessory is to keep your phone safe from damage. Of course, damaging your phone is never going to be completely unavoidable. You’ll always get chips or scuffs at the least. Using accessories can help reduce this, therefore extending the life of your phone. You’ll be able to use it for far longer than expected.

By extending your phone’s life, you’ll have a number of routes to take once your contract ends. Should you want to save some money and avoid high tariff costs, you can keep using your phone. SIM only contracts are so much cheaper and allow you to save so much money. You can get a range of different contract lengths too so you can always upgrade your phone later on down the line.

If you do want a new phone, you could always trade your old one in. By keeping your phone pristine from scratches, cracks, scuffs, and any internal damage, you’ll get way more for your money. Of course, different trade in companies will still accept damaged devices but usually at a much lower price. For only a few extra pounds, you can keep your phone safe from damage and trade in for potentially a few hundreds more. Why pass up the chance to be paid back such a difference in costs?

Screen Protectors

If you have ever smashed your phone screen, you know the dreadful feeling as soon as you pick it up. You probably also know the expenses of having to then repair your phone. For more modern technology, you can end up paying hundreds of pounds just to replace a screen. You can actually reduce the chance of having to pay out for a smashed screen with a screen protector.

There are a few different types of screen protectors, each offering different levels of protection. The most popular two are plastic screen protectors and tempered glass screen protectors. With a plastic screen protector, you’ll only be protecting your phone from small particles. This can help reduce the change of scratches or chips on the screen but will most likely only stop your screen getting dirty.

Tempered glass screen protectors are the best option to help you extend your phone’s life. With the best options, you’ll be able to reduce the risk of a smashed screen, chipped edges and those super annoying air bubbles. Adding an extra layer of glass to your phone will mean the first layer, being the screen protector, takes the hit. From there, you can replace it for a few pounds. This is way better than having to pay out hundreds to fix the actual screen.

Phone Cases

You’re able to buy phone cases from almost every shop. Just because they’re readily available doesn’t mean you’re getting the best value from them. Surprisingly, phone cases do a lot more than just offer a fun look. Mobile phone cases can help protect the external aesthetics of your phone whilst also keeping the insides safe. The inner components of any phone are essentially the organs of it. If they get damaged, your phone will begin to lose functionality. Whilst the outer case is there to keep them all safe, it always helps to add more protection.

A great thing about mobile phone cases nowadays is you don’t have to sacrifice style for protection. Here at Metrofone, we offer a whole range of different phone cases, with a very different style variety. Whether you’re looking for something quite understated or a case a little more colourful, you’ll be able to find the most protective version of it. Our cases are all drop tested to military standards, proving just how safe your phone will be.

Allowing the inner workings of any phone to deteriorate through accidental drops will, in time, cause slower speeds, shorter battery life and even data loss in some cases. Adding one of our phone cases will help reduce the damage from these drops. Built with layers of shock absorbing material, the impact from the drop will be dispersed through the case, causing a much lesser impact on the phone.

Charging Accessories

Whilst having a range of charging accessories isn’t going to make your phone last longer, it may help make your life a whole lot easier. Whether it’s a spare charging cable, extra mains plug or even a portable charging bank, it will save you when you least expect it.

A spare charging cable is always great to keep in the car, between houses or in a safe space for when yours breaks. It’s also one of the best ideas for when your siblings steal yours. Make sure you’re prepared for these inevitable situations by having a spare one ready. We also all know the feeling of being out with a low battery. Power banks are going to save you at this point. You can quickly plug your phone in and pop it in your bag whilst you’re having lunch. Never find yourself stuck without contact with the outside world!

There’s a few other charging accessories, such as wireless charging pads, car adapters, and multiple USB port plugs, that will help you out at some point too. These add ons can also just make your life a lot more simple  in the future.

Other Accessories

The list of mobile phone accessories you can get your hands on is endless. You’re able to find a whole range of headphones, speakers, smart watches and so much more to pair with your smartphone. Enjoy your music in the best quality with wireless earpods or share it with your friends with a range of smart speakers. There is something that will improve everyone’s experience with their mobile phone.

You can find mobile phone accessories with a whole range of different styles as well as uses. Some are more expensive than others but will provide high levels of protection and last for longer periods of time.