So you’ve just purchased a new smartphone, but you feel like there’s still something you need to do to get the most out of it. The most likely reason is that you are looking for phone accessories but don’t know what to get. This reference will help you learn and prioritise which essential smartphone accessories you must buy. Scrutinize it!
1. Screen Protector
The priority is to apply a screen protector to your device, which is essential if you want to keep your screens scratch and/or crack-free for a long time. There are three main types of glass: clear, matte, and tempered, but some packages come with the clear one pre-installed in the devices.
2. Smartphone Case
After you’ve installed screen protection on your phone, you’ll need a smartphone case to reduce the possibility of dents, cracks, or other damage to your device if you drop it. Normally, phones come with free clear jelly cases, but if you don’t like the design or believe it won’t work properly, we recommend that you get one right away.
3. Headset/Speaker
Music is a basic necessity, so getting an earphone, headset, or even a Bluetooth speaker is essential. This, like the first two accessories, is most likely included in the package, but it is mostly useless due to the lack of bass.
4. Power Bank
Power banks are unquestionably one of the most important smartphone accessories to own. These battery regenerators are essential when you’re away from home and haven’t brought any chargers. There are several power banks on the market with varying capacities.
5. MicroSD Card
Assume you purchased a smartphone with a microSD card slot, but its internal storage is insufficient; this is where expandable storage comes in. Storage capacities ranging from 8GB to 512GB are available from brands such as Sony, Transcend, and SanDisk. This is a must-have accessory, especially if you have a lot of data stored on your phone.
6. Cable/Adapter
Cables and adapters for your phone are next on the list of priorities. There will come a time when you will require a better cable, such as one that is braided or longer, or even a replacement for a broken one. You should also have USB Type-C to Micro USB adapters or vice versa for smartphones that support fast charging and/or power delivery.
7. OTG Flash Drive/Dongle
If you can’t afford to buy a microSD card but have a flash drive with all of the files, videos, music, and photos you want to access, then OTG flash drives or dongles are extremely useful in these situations. This is a necessary accessory because it provides a quick and portable way to access your documents without having to boot up your desktop computers.
8. Gaming Controller
Game Controllers are essential for users who enjoy playing games like PUBG Mobile, Mobile Legends, Arena of Valor, Rules of Survival, and others that require a high number of Actions Per Minute (APM).
9. Monopod/Tripod/Gimbal
This is critical for smartphone users interested in selfies, mobile photography, and video recording to achieve the necessary stability. Monopods are typically used for selfies, whereas tripods are typically used for night photography, which necessitates slower shutter speeds. Gimbals are used by videographers to prevent shaky video when recording while moving.
10. Car Accessories (Mount/Charger)
Car owners nowadays use Waze as their primary navigation tool on the road, but the issue is where they can conveniently store their smartphones. This is where the necessary car mounts come in to provide both safeties for your devices and convenience while driving. Car chargers work well with the mount because navigation apps drain your phone’s battery.
