We all use smartphones, some heavy users and some minimal;
but one thing that fools us all is the set of myths that we don’t know who
created! We are all careful about our phones so when we get to know a ‘preventive’
measure, we jump into it without putting much thought. These myths have
directed us long enough. Now it’s time to bust those common myths:
Higher specs mean
better performance: It is not always true. I have seen phones which are not
high on specs but are amazing performance machines. Higher specs should be
complimented by many other aspects and if not, higher specs often leads to
lags.
Higher megapixel
means better image quality: Well, not true! It totally depends upon the
lens not the megapixel on how the images will come out. Anyone who has the
slightest idea of the functioning of a modern camera will tell you this.
Charging devices
overnight damages the battery: This was true when manufacturers used NiCAD
and NiMH batteries. The modern batteries are lithium-ion batteries, which will
last longer if you keep them charged.
Automatic brightness
saves battery: This is a very common misunderstanding. The automatic
display brightness has nothing to do with your battery saving. You may think
that this component helps you save battery, but if you truly want to save
battery, dim the screen manually.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth drain
your battery: Older days, this was a legit belief; but not anymore. New age
devices use little-to-no power while not in active use.
You should only use
the charger that came with the phone: Another common myth. I don’t know who
spread it! Guys, it is not right; you can use any decent charger to charge your
phone.
Close background apps
to boost performance: There are rare occasions where this is true but like
I said, RARE. Modern devices are very advanced and they don’t allow the background
apps to use much of the phone’s resources at all.
