The beginning of a new year is a time to form new, positive habits in all aspects of our lives\u2014including our phones. For many of us, our cellphone is our trusty personal assistant. It helps us connect with family and friends, reminds us about important appointments and it\u2019s commonly used to access and store our personal information.<\/p>\n
So it\u2019s important we always keep them secure and running smoothly. Here are four helpful tips to make sure your cellphone is ready for a great 2015!<\/p>\n
1. Secure your privacy by using strong, unique passwords<\/strong><\/p>\n Although it\u2019s convenient to use one easy-to-remember password for everything, this habit can leave your private information unsecure if your password is ever hacked. You can strengthen weak passwords by using numbers, symbols and capital letters in place of lowercase letters.<\/p>\n Having trouble remembering all your passwords? Get a helping hand by downloading a free password manager app like LastPass<\/a> or 1Password<\/a>. These secure apps keep track of all your passwords, helping to keep your personal information safe.<\/p>\n 2. Protect your cellphone\u2014inside and out<\/strong><\/p>\n Smartphones contain our priceless personal data and memories, so having to replace your device is not ideal. If you\u2019re an iPhone user, you can download the free Find My iPhone app<\/a>, which can help you quickly locate your device and protect your information in the case of loss or theft. Another free, easy way to add security is by adding a customized lock screen with a pin or pattern. See our recent Tips and Tricks blog posts<\/a> to learn how.<\/p>\n If you don\u2019t already have a protective case for your phone, get one! A case is an inexpensive safeguard against accidental drops and spills, and they come in a variety of styles and colors to suit any taste.<\/p>\n 3. Save your phone\u2019s memory\u2014and your cherished memories\u2014by backing up your photos<\/strong><\/p>\n Much of our, and our loved ones\u2019, lives are captured in photos and videos on our phones. But all those treasured moments take up a lot of space (memory), which can slow down your phone\u2019s performance. Plus, you\u2019ll lose those photos and videos along with your phone if it\u2019s ever misplaced or stolen. Give yourself some peace of mind and transfer your photos and videos to a computer.<\/p>\n Simply connect your phone to a computer using a USB cable or insert your phone\u2019s SD card into the computer\u2019s SD card slot. Then save the photos and videos to the computer\u2019s hard drive. After they\u2019re transferred, you can delete them from your phone, which will help it run faster and smoother.<\/p>\n Another great option for iPhone and Android users is cloud storage, which can be obtained for free through sites like Google Drive<\/a>, iCloud<\/a> or Dropbox<\/a>.<\/p>\n 4. Take advantage of our how-to videos and tips and tricks blog<\/strong><\/p>\n With all of the bells and whistles available on phones today, we know how confusing it can be familiarizing yourself with your device\u2019s functions and features. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve created simple how-to videos<\/a> and posted quick tips and tricks<\/a> to our blog. They\u2019re both great ways to learn new features at your own pace.<\/p>\n And if you don\u2019t know how to perform a particular function, we\u2019re always here to help! Just give us a call at 888-345-5509 and we\u2019d be happy to walk you through it, step by step, until you\u2019re an expert. Here\u2019s to a safe, productive and happy New Year for you and your phone!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The beginning of a new year is a time to form new, positive habits in all aspects of our lives\u2014including our phones. For many of us, our cellphone is our trusty personal assistant. It helps us connect with family and friends, reminds us about important appointments and it\u2019s commonly used to access and store our […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":3792,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[13],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\r\n