Can you believe the modern smartphone has only been around for six years? In that short time, it's changed the way society does business, communicates, flirts, gets news, makes news, plays games and so much more.
Just owning a smartphone doesn't mean you know all the tricks. In fact, here are five that you might not know, but really should.


1. Take a screenshot

Your friend just made a hilarious typo in a text message and you want to share it with your other friends. Capture it as an image with a screenshot.

On Androids, hold the Power and Volume Down buttons at the same time. The image is saved to the "Captured Images" folder in your Gallery app. That only works in Android 4.0 and higher, though. For Android 3.0, 2.3 or earlier, use an app like AirDroid.


2. Salvage a wet phone

It's a heart-stopping moment when you drop your smartphone on the ground. If you don't have a good case, there's a chance it won't survive.

It's even worse if you drop it in the water. Unless you have a waterproof case, your smartphone is sunk - literally.

Or is it? You might be able to salvage it with a few steps.

First, and most important, DON'T turn it on. If you turn it on with water inside, you'll fry it.

Instead, wipe it down with a dry cloth. If the gadget is dirty, you can clean it with isopropyl rubbing alcohol.

If the phone has a removable battery, take it out. Then fill a container or bag with uncooked rice and put the smartphone in the container overnight. The rice will help pull the moisture out of the gadget.

Under no circumstances put the phone in the oven or microwave!

The next day, put the phone back together and turn it on. If it starts up, congratulations! If not, you're off to the store for a new one.


3. Practice Jamb CBT and Post-Utme of any Institution

Do you know that you can practice Jamb, Waec, Neco and Post-Utme questions directly on your mobile phone without having internet connection. Just download the app Exam Suite NG on google playstore. There is also a website available for this. Visit: http://examsuite.com.ng

4. Metal Detector
Want to go hunting for metal? Metal detector apps for Android have you covered. They use your phone's built-in compass to find metals. You just need to hold your phone close to the metal and it would beep.


5. Find your stolen phone.

Next time your phone gets stolen, dont be afraid if you already have Avast Mobile Guard installed on your phone. Or Find My Phone app on android playstore.

Now, you can better enjoy your phone.

Nice tips

Number 3 was actually what OP is trying to promote.
#kudosOP

Not all phones have compass sensors in them

We have seen your advert.

Lol ...
Na number three the Op dey try promote ...