Tips For Protecting Your Mobile Phone Screen

The panic when you realize you have dropped your phone is nothing compared to the feeling of horror you experience when you realize your screen has been smashed or cracked. Connected as we are to our mobile phone, being without one has been described by some as missing a limb it is therefore safe to assume reducing the risk of screen damage is high on a mobile user's agenda.

These five steps will help prolong the life of your mobile phone screen.

1. Use a Mobile Phone Case

Cases are a bit like Marmite; you either love them or hate them. Regardless of which camp you are in you do need one if you intend to reduce the risk of screen damage. There are very basic and cheap cases in the marketplace which give the basic level of protection and there are those which would protect your phone in the case of the apocalypse. Which one you intend to choose depends on what you need to spend however a waterproof case is always advisable.

2. Store Your Phone Properly

When not in use don't allow your phone to rattle around loosely in your handbag or laptop case and do not store them in the same pocket as your keys. Despite using a phone case and screen protector you do still need to treat your phone with the respect it deserves.

3. Keep Your Phone Away from Water

Water and mobile phones don't mix well together and a dip in the sink, a puddle or the toilet bowl could signal the end of a phone's life fairly quickly. Be mindful of where your phone is and by using it. Don't leave it in your back pocket when you go to the toilet, the chances are you will flip it out into the toilet when you pull your jeans back up.

4. Choose Screen Protector

Once upon a time looking at your screen through a screen protector was like looking at the view on a high-speed train whose windows had not been cleaned in a month. These days the screen protectors provide great protection and do not jeopardize the smooth running of the phone. Obviously, the experience is a little better without yet you could get no experience at all if you have a cracked mobile phone screen.

5. Consider Insurance

If your phone is important then consider phone insurance. It is important to check the terms and conditions however before purchasing a policy as there are often numerous exclusions.

If you don't want the hassle and monthly expense of an insurance there are numerous affordable mobile phone repair options available so do weigh this up carefully before you decide whether to buy or not.