We use our smartphones for many things in our professional and private lives. Therefore, we should try to ensure they last as long as possible. Many take precautions like installing anti-virus software and closing background apps, but are these steps really necessary? Here are five things you're doing wrong with your Android device.

1. Using task killers or manually closing applications
Many of us use task killers or close applications manually from the recent apps menu. But without realizing it that could be harming the performance of our device.

When we first open an app, part of its data is becomes stored in the RAM. This means that when you open the app a second time, it will load faster because of the existence of this previously cached data.

If you remove the app from the recent apps menu, or delete the cache, the data stored in the RAM is lost also. If you then wish to reopen it you have to start this process again.

Only close applications if you must, for instance, if they are draining a lot of battery or occupying too many resources while in the background.

2. Using more than one antivirus app
If you feel that you need an antivirus program on your Android device then you should bear in mind that they take up resources like RAM and battery: these are intensive applications that run in the background all the time. But having more than one doesn't make you safer. If you decide to use an antivirus app then make sure you choose wisely among the many available and only use one at a time.

3. Ignoring software updates
The operating system of your smartphone needs to be updated periodically to repair deficiencies in security. As soon as you notice an update, accept it. You can even set up your Android device to update automatically. The security of your phone will thank you. It will perform better and be more efficient.

4. Downloading applications from unreliable sources
Android APK files can be manipulated to contain malicious software which can infect your device. Make sure all your downloads come from reliable sources such as the Google Play Store.

5. Not restarting your smartphone
There is a lot of controversy surrounding this topic. However, rebooting your device once a week is 'healthy'. On the one hand, memory is saved and temporarily cached data is deleted because it is no longer needed. On the other hand, sometimes memory is blocked and that temporary data is not deleted, which can lead to slowdowns.

Source ==>> http://www.xtremetechhub.com/2016/07/5-things-you-shouldnt-do-with-your.html?m=1

6: Never play Mortal Kombat X or Injustic God on a 512 RAM Android phone

FTC dedicated to dose that just finished their NECO

I pray your scripts wont be given to a drunkard

#it LIKE for the Amen n Share for the ''I dont care attitude''
#NoBiggy in this

Habiodunz:
6: Never play Mortal Kombat X or Injustic God on a 512 RAM Android phone

Lol or The walking dead

great

Good yarn

Using your smart phone as torchlight




Its time for you to buy a torchlight ,leave your phone alone

Thanks op nice topic I am not found guilty in any of those.

Meanwhile.
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6 STOP WATCHING MOJI IN UR PHONE.... IT WILL SPOIL THE PHONE BATTERY

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So what's the solution?

Thanks for the info

My question is what is wrong with Facebook? Must i now be updating Facebook app every week Abi na only my phone? I don tell my Facebook, na the last update him see last week, e go remain like that for 2 years.. any thing wey wan happen make e happen.mmmmtttteeeeuuuuwwww....

'Number one' says it all
Others may not too affect your android phone

adewumiopeyemi:
6 STOP WATCHING MOJI IN UR PHONE.... IT WILL SPOIL THE PHONE BATTERY

Conscience is really blaming you

Nice one but I totally disagree with point number one. Nothing kills android battery than leaving apps running underground. More so, the more apps opened, the more ram occupied, thereby reducing the effective performance of your device.

Habiodunz:
6: Never play Mortal Kombat X or Injustic God on a 512 RAM Android phone

Thanks alot for this

Another must watch point after op number one point

Stop playing high definition games (especially data games) on your android.

My advice

brunofarad:
Using your smart phone as torchlight


Its time for you to buy a torchlight ,leave your phone alone

You can't be serious about this, are you? Lol

That number four show me pepper before.

brunofarad:
Using your smart phone as torchlight



Its time for you to buy a torchlight ,leave your phone alone

I know there must be a 'Funny person' on the thread

Thollu01:
We use our smartphones for many things in our professional and private lives. Therefore, we should try to ensure they last as long as possible. Many take precautions like installing anti-virus software and closing background apps, but are these steps really necessary? Here are five things you're doing wrong with your Android device.

1. Using task killers or manually closing applications
Many of us use task killers or close applications manually from the recent apps menu. But without realizing it that could be harming the performance of our device.

When we first open an app, part of its data is becomes stored in the RAM. This means that when you open the app a second time, it will load faster because of the existence of this previously cached data.

If you remove the app from the recent apps menu, or delete the cache, the data stored in the RAM is lost also. If you then wish to reopen it you have to start this process again.

Only close applications if you must, for instance, if they are draining a lot of battery or occupying too many resources while in the background.

2. Using more than one antivirus app
If you feel that you need an antivirus program on your Android device then you should bear in mind that they take up resources like RAM and battery: these are intensive applications that run in the background all the time. But having more than one doesn't make you safer. If you decide to use an antivirus app then make sure you choose wisely among the many available and only use one at a time.

3. Ignoring software updates
The operating system of your smartphone needs to be updated periodically to repair deficiencies in security. As soon as you notice an update, accept it. You can even set up your Android device to update automatically. The security of your phone will thank you. It will perform better and be more efficient.

4. Downloading applications from unreliable sources
Android APK files can be manipulated to contain malicious software which can infect your device. Make sure all your downloads come from reliable sources such as the Google Play Store.

5. Not restarting your smartphone
There is a lot of controversy surrounding this topic. However, rebooting your device once a week is 'healthy'. On the one hand, memory is saved and temporarily cached data is deleted because it is no longer needed. On the other hand, sometimes memory is blocked and that temporary data is not deleted, which can lead to slowdowns.

Source ==>> http://www.xtremetechhub.com/2016/07/5-things-you-shouldnt-do-with-your.html?m=1

You can win 1m if you ignore this info.. our phone can blow and u buy another one lol

Ok

Story ooo.....

Habiodunz:
6: Never play Mortal Kombat X or Injustic God on a 512 RAM Android phone

Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha, would it even play, that's the question

Thollu01:
We use our smartphones for many things in our professional and private lives. Therefore, we should try to ensure they last as long as possible. Many take precautions like installing anti-virus software and closing background apps, but are these steps really necessary? Here are five things you're doing wrong with your Android device.
1. Using task killers or manually closing applications
Many of us use task killers or close applications manually from the recent apps menu.
Source ==>> http://www.xtremetechhub.com/2016/07/5-things-you-shouldnt-do-with-your.html?m=1

Bull crap! Don't be deceived fellas, your phone would start hanging if you take this.

evansjeff:
My question is what is wrong with Facebook? Must i now be updating Facebook app every week Abi na only my phone? I don tell my Facebook, na the last update him see last week, e go remain like that for 2 years.. any thing wey wan happen make e happen.mmmmtttteeeeuuuuwwww....

Hahahahahahaha

For me, no Facebook app on my phone.

Don't use as table tennis bat!

Interesting!

Noted for action @op.. Pls somebody help, football game like Winning eleven isn't working on man camon c8...is d phone not good for gaming?

Don't receive calls on ur phone.......it makes ur battery last longer