How to check whether you need a phone upgrade

From Apple to vivo, it seems every manufacturer wants you to get a phone upgrade. However, you should know when the right time to do so.

Of course, it could be a waste of money if you get the latest only for the next model to appear in a month. On the other hand, you should get a replacement if it’s lacking features and performance. 

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This article will discuss when you should ditch your old smartphone for a new one. 

Signs you need an Android phone upgrade

Answer the following questions from the tech news website Lifewire and the US-based telecom Farmers Telephone Cooperative to see whether you need a new phone:

• Is your phone too slow?
• Does the battery run out too quickly?
• Does it have enough storage?
• Do you have a cracked or damaged phone?
• Is the touchscreen laggy or unresponsive?
• Does your phone overheat frequently?
• Does the camera meet your needs?
• Do the cords disconnect from ports and jacks?
• Can you still receive Android OS updates?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may need a phone upgrade. Look for a new phone that fits your budget and other needs with this Inquirer Tech guide.

Signs you need a new iPhone

The guide above applies to choosing a new iPhone. However, you need a phone upgrade if you have the following models: 

• 2G
• 3G & 3GS
• 4 & 4S
• 5, 5C, & 5S
• 6 & 6 Plus
• 6S & 6S
• SE (2016)
• 7 & 7 Plus
• 8 & 8 Plus
• X

Apple discontinued support for those devices by providing no further updates. As a result, they’re more susceptible to cyber threats and performance issues.

Apple support for the iPhones XR, XS, 11, and the 11 Pro are about to end, so you should consider upgrading soon. 

On the other hand, those with the latter models will still receive Apple support. Of course, you might want to grab the iPhone 16 for its robust AI-powered features. 

Click here to learn more about the iPhone 16.