How to choose an inexpensive smartphone, but with good performance? Most likely, there will be incredibly few such options, and they are all plastic products. It is better, of course, to give preference to cases made of matte plastic, because scratches, any dirt and fingerprints will practically not be noticeable on it. Glossy plastic looks spectacular and is often accompanied by unusual graphics (sparkles, streaks, stripes, etc.). A significant disadvantage is noticeable wear after a couple of weeks of use: without a cover, small scratches are inevitable, not to mention the fact that fingerprints and traces of grease will regularly spoil the appearance of the panels.

Ordinary plastic itself is a fairly easily soiled and fragile material, so expensive phones are most often made of:

• Rubberized plastic: If we compare a phone made of ordinary plastic and coated with Soft-touch, then the choice is obvious. The rubberized surface is a guarantee that the gadget will not slip in your hand (even if you take it with wet hands) and become scratched, but over time, the beautiful coating will begin to peel off and lose its original attractiveness.
• Metal: Which phone is better to buy for real “blunders”? Well, of course, the model is made of metal. It looks presentable and is immediately felt in the hand. As a rule, an aluminum alloy or steel is used to make a metal case, but when it comes to painted material, noticeable scratches and dents after a long time of use are not excluded.
• Tempered impact resistant glass: This is not yet a guarantee that the smartphone is 100% protected from the risk of shattering during an unsuccessful fall, however, minor scratches and abrasions are unlikely to appear on it. The glass looks very nice, but slips in the hand, which is not so convenient.

It is up to you to decide which smartphone to choose, but as practice shows, your favorite gadget in any case should be “dressed” in a branded case.

How to choose a phone for communication and is it worth overpaying for additional functionality?

Many buyers of expensive appliances often overpay for features that they will never use in the end. That is why if for you, first of all, a new gadget is a means of communication, then you need to pay attention to the quality of the conversational dynamics. Ideally, you need to take your SIM card with you and make a short call to your friend. Even in a noisy place, you should be clearly heard (and not necessarily at maximum volume). If this is not possible (for example, you order a phone via the Internet), read reviews about smartphones on the Internet. Which is better to choose is up to you, but remember that quite often the waterproof properties of the device (achieved by a special membrane) come at the expense of the quality of the speakers.

Which smartphone is better to buy for work and constant moving?

If you are constantly on business trips, then the main thing to pay attention to when choosing a smartphone is simply a must:

• Battery capacity: For everyday use, a battery capacity ranging from 2500 to 3000 mAh is enough, but if you do not always have access to a power outlet, then you need to pay attention to models with a battery of 3500 mAh and higher. However, numbers are not always important. Sometimes a smartphone with a 3000 mAh battery holds much more than a gadget equipped with a 3500 mAh battery like honor 50. When does it happen? In the event that the device has an energy-efficient processor. That is why you need to look at the battery life declared by the manufacturer. It does not always exactly match the real indicator, but you can add up the general impression and compare smartphones.
• Slot for SIM-cards: There may be three options here. Single Card Tray, Dual Card Tray or Hybrid. For work, the most suitable option is the so-called duos smartphones. Feedback from many users indicates that a second SIM may be required at any time, but you don’t want to constantly change its places with the main one (so as not to lose it on the road and break it).