Ways to make the most of your old smartphone

According to Usa Today newspaper, even when there is no phone signal, smartphones still work well with many functions by connecting to a wifi network.

Accordingly, you can change the purpose of using old smartphones so that they help you in many other tasks related to work, life or entertainment.

Here are some suggestions to help you.

1, High-tech sleep monitoring and alarm device

Most mobile phones have a built-in alarm application. So even if you no longer have a phone subscription, you can still download and use this application.

In addition, you can also download the application "lull to sleep" with soothing, gentle sounds like Relax Melodies. Free app for both iOS and Android.

You can also turn your old phone into a sleep tracker. Application Sleep Cycle only version for iOS that not only knows when you fell asleep, but also knows if you slept really well.

The sleep-related data is displayed in an easy-to-understand graphical format. Along with that is detailed information as well as suggestions to help you have a deeper sleep.

2, Convenient e-reader

Of course, there are specially designed e-readers on the market like the Kindle and the Nook. However, there are many apps that make it very convenient to download and read e-books right on your phone.

The most popular reading apps are iBooks and Amazon Kindle. However you can look for more similar apps which are very popular. You can download Amazon Kindle for iOS and Android free of charge.

3, Entertainment Center

The memory capacity of smartphones has been continuously amplified in recent years. The latest iPhone models have up to 256 GB of storage. This capacity is equivalent to thousands of songs, movies, podcasts and games.

When you turn an old smartphone into an "entertainment center" separate from the phone, you will no longer have to receive calls in the middle and entertainment content will no longer have to "compete" for memory space with other devices. other important documents.

4, Child's camera

The best smartphones have resolutions and optics of a good standard. Some photographers prefer to use iPhone or Galaxy smartphones because the photos taken can be edited and shared right on the device.

So if you no longer use your phone, you can turn it into a great learning tool for your child. Remember to let your child "practice" with cheap phones first so they get used to the operations first.

5, Incident room

Even if your phone doesn't have a cellular plan, you can still use it to call an emergency number like 911. By law, all cell phones must allow users to call numbers emergency phone.

So keep your old phone as a backup device and always charge it up so it's ready to use when you need it. Put it in a place that's most convenient for you, like in your purse or glove compartment.

6, Home security equipment

More and more people are turning their old phones into security devices for their homes.

With wifi connectivity and high-resolution built-in cameras, an old smartphone (or tablet) can always help you keep an eye on your home.

You can download the Skype app and set it to automatically receive incoming video calls, so you can watch everything at home while you're outside.

This app is free and has a version for iOS, Android and also Windows.

For a more sophisticated security monitoring system, you can look for other protection applications.

Presence is a popular choice, but only for iOS. However you can check out the Manything and Alfred apps.

After installing the app and setting it up on your phone, you can choose a “strategic” location to put it in your home. These apps will provide live streaming and alert you when motion is detected.

If you use an iPhone and have young children, you can invest an extra $4 to buy the Cloud Baby Monitor app to turn your old smartphone into an effective baby monitor.

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