Have you purchased a new smartphone? Congratulations! You must be filled with joy and eagerly anticipating using your new device. However, you may feel a sense of apprehension about the tasks to complete after acquiring a new phone.
There is a particular to-do list you need to do after you buy a new smartphone. The things you need to do are mentioned below:
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1. Check out the device
Inspect not only your phone, but also other provided tech accessories. Ensure that you examine the contents of the package. Occasionally, individuals lack the time to inspect additional accessories aside from the phone itself. It is advisable to prioritize the duration of the product warranty. Verify that all accessories are present, as specified in the manual or packaging. Occasionally, sellers remove accessories from the package and sell them separately from the phone. Avoid falling victim to this.
2. Explore your smartphone
Explore your smartphone, especially if purchased from Amazon. Take note of any damage or breakage if purchased online. If damage is noticed, claim a replacement warranty from Amazon.
It is important to verify the presence and completeness of the accessories as indicated on the packaging or listed on their website. Prior to purchasing from an online store such as Amazon, be sure to review the product evaluations.
3. Charge your phone
Before using your phone, it is essential to charge it. As it has been in a box for a while, it needs to be charged in order to function. Therefore, before enthusiastically using your phone, ensure that you charge it beforehand. Once you have added power to your phone, feel free to explore its features to your heart’s content.
4. Connect your Wifi
After charging your smartphone, connect it to your WiFi. Your new smartphone requires numerous apps to be installed, which necessitates a reliable WiFi connection. We consistently rely on WiFi for new devices and daily internet usage.
5. Check for updates
After connecting to WIFI, the first thing you must do is check for updates. Keeping your smartphone up to date is important not only for security but also for improving the user experience. Companies send essential updates to enhance security and improve the user experience, so be sure to check for updates.
You can also visit your Google Play Store or App Store to update the apps. Chances are, the apps are already updated, but if they’re not, you can manually update them all or turn on auto-updates.
Over 70% of smartphone malwares target the Android system. New smartphones offer the advantage of auto-updates. When updating apps, remember to activate auto-updates in the Google Play Store and also enable system updates.
6. Configure your Google account
To install apps, you must have a Google account. If you are not a Google user, I recommend setting up a Google account for app installation. Your new smartphone will prompt you to enter a Google account, which some people skip for later use. Without a Google account, you cannot access the Play store. Once you create a new account, you are ready to proceed. Remember to synchronize your information and securely store your Google account password. It is important to protect your account by using a strong password and enabling Two Factor authentication.
7. Remove unwanted junk from your phone
Most phone manufacturers include unnecessary services that are pre-installed and cannot be removed. However, many of these services can be uninstalled. Therefore, it is a waste of time to deal with manufacturer junk. After all, all they need to know is that you have purchased the device. The optimal approach is to eliminate the unnecessary clutter.
8. Remove bloatware
Most smartphone companies include bloatware, which refers to unwanted software. Bloatware, or useless apps, can be very annoying, and you may want to remove them. To do so, go to the app settings and disable the unwanted software that you don’t need. You can either force stop them or permanently disable them from the app info settings, causing them to become inactive.
9. Secure your device
The biggest threat people face when purchasing new smartphones is security. The new smartphones contain sensitive information whenever you go banking or shopping. One of the best ways to prevent security threats is to manage the security on your device by having a fingerprint sensor or PIN code. You can also secure your phone by using strong passwords in your accounts or by enabling two-factor authentication.
10. Backup your photos
Concerned about losing photos from your old phone? If so, you should create a backup account to securely store and access all your data. Although your phone may have sufficient storage, it could be problematic if it goes missing. Consider installing Google Photos, which offers free unlimited storage for your photos and videos. Alternatively, you can utilize services such as iCloud or OneDrive to store your media files on the cloud.
11. Check out the Google store
Explore the most recent apps on the Google store and customize their behavior. Simply visit the Google store and discover a wide variety of apps!
12. Install useful apps
Are you a social media addict? If yes, then it is time to install useful apps on your new phone. The best part about Android smartphones that you can spend endless hours just exploring and installing apps you need it the most. Install the apps that you like the most. Find best keyboard apps, best streaming apps, best music apps, best Android launchers, best tech news apps, best messaging apps, best free news apps, best wallpaper apps, best sleep tracking apps, best selfie apps, best camera apps, and more.
13. Enable USB debugging
This is a rare case, but if you have forgotten your password or your PIN-code, then you can reset the password by enabling USB debugging. It’s quite a simple process in which you must use your PC and USB cable to reset your password. This feature is intended for developers but can also open ways for malware to strike your phone. It is better to keep USB debugging turned off.
14. Look for the OS updates
Upcoming operating system updates can be installed on new smartphones. Certain phone companies have limited storage for operating systems, so upgrading to the latest updates is necessary.
15. Buy a phone case
It is crucial to protect your phone from damage, particularly avoiding dropping it immediately after purchasing. To prevent accidental drops, invest in a phone case to ensure its safety. Additionally, a screen protector can be used to shield your phone’s screen from scratches.
So, these were the things to do after purchasing a new smartphone. You share your ‘to-do’ list after buying a new phone in the comments below.
I bought a phone eBay and someone else’s email on it how do I get rid of this email out knowing what their password was
Hi Elizabeth,
You need to factory reset your account in order to remove the account/email. It’s the better way. If this email that you want to remove is associated with the phone, factory resetting is the right way to do it. Otherwise, you can remove email accounts from the Accounts section in the settings. This option is available on both Android and iOS.
Please note that the phone might ask for the previous password of the email or the phone on factory resetting the data. Hence, you should be able to enter it or ask the previous owner.