With advancement in technology and design in mobile phones, phones have gained much, on the utility and features front. It has also been left a tad bit sensitive. There is a need to accessorise the mobile phones to accentuate the look, and heighten protection and functionality.

Some innovative cell phone accessories include:

1. Batteries
Get a superior, uninterrupted cell phone experience while extending the life of your phone with powerful, premium standard and extended-life batteries.

2. Power Bank
Power Banks are comprised of a special battery in a special case with a special circuit to control power flow. They allow you to store electrical energy (deposit it in the bank) and then later use it to charge up a mobile device (withdraw it from the bank). Power Banks have become increasingly popular as the battery life of our beloved phones, tablets and portable media players is outstripped by the amount of time we spend using them each day. By keeping a battery backup close by, you can top-up your device(s) while far from a wall outlet.

3. Cables
Transfer data from your cell phone or PC with ease with LG’s line of cable accessories.

4. Bluetooth headsets
Experience superior hands-free comfort and safety while driving with a state-of-the-art headset.

5. Selfie stick
Selfie sticks are hand-held extensible monopods used to move the devices further away than would have been possible with the reach of the human arm, allowing for the camera to take shots to be taken at angles that wouldn’t have been possible before.

6. Chargers
Whether at home or on the go, chargers keep you connected, moving forward and on with your day.

7. Phone cases and covers
Add a dash of personal style with designer cases and covers that provide a harmonious fit for your device. Choose from faux or genuine leather styles that boast a variety of colours and innovative features designed specifically for your phone.

8. Bluetooth
Some smartphones feature SD card slots (usually the smaller Micro-SD variant). These, in combination with a compatible SD card, can be used to transfer files from one device to another, or simply to increase the storage capacity of the phone.

9. Cases
Designed to attach to, support, or otherwise hold a smartphone, are popular accessories. Case measures are based on the display inches (e.g. 5 inch display). There are different types:
Pouches and sleeves
Holsters
Shells
Skins
Safety straps
Bumpers
Flip cases and wallets
Screen protection and body films
Drop and shock protection
Leather case

10. Smartphone tripod mount
A tripod; it is designed to hold the device in place in a fixed location on the ground during the capture of photographs.

11. Photo accessories
Smart lenses are larger and more capable than the phone's camera, having optical zoom and other features. The smartphone connects to them over Wi-Fi using an app. They are compatible with most smartphones.[1] Smart flash can be used also for selfies.

12. Screen guards
even reduce glares significantly and protect phones from damages. Some special privacy guards will protect your phone's content while others like the mirror type guards turn mobile phone screens into mirrors. A tempered glass screen protector is something to consider if you want a screen guard that is stronger than most. You may even take your pick from a number of universal screen guards. A versatile assortment, these can be affixed to almost any and every phone and tablet model.

13. Mobile phone charm
Phone charms are used to decorate the device. They attach either by a strap or by plugging into the jack plug.


Things to consider when buying a mobile accessories

1.Consider the material
The material of the accessories determines the durability. For instance, headphones made of strong material will serve the user for long, and most probably they will be of high quality. Furthermore, a genuine leather phone casing will not only be neat but will serve conveniently for many years.

2. Consider the purpose
The reason for buying the accessories determine whether it is necessary to buy or not. Additionally, it also determines which one to buy. If you would like to protect yourself from the risk of radiation, then Safe Sleeve anti-radiation casings for phones are the best option. They are built using the latest technology that filters the radiation before they reach the body. Such casing is convenient for people who use the phones frequently

3.Compatibility with the Device
Avoid buying an accessory from random suppliers as the accessories are found not compatible with your device and it ends up damaging your device. General advice is to stick to the same brand for your accessories as your device brand however it is not a bad idea to buy products from good manufacturers as they offer good quality products at reasonable price.

4. Warranty and Return Policy
Before commit to buy check out the warranty and return policies on chargers, batteries and Bluetooth devices. Reduce the hassle by buying product with reasonable return policy just in case you need to return the defective accessories.

5. Prefer Trusted Dealers
While in search for accessories, consider the authorized dealers first as they come up with better deals compare to mobile phone companies flagship outlets. Also these authorised dealers have variety of offerings for different brands at decent price. Large stores too sell mobile phone accessories for different brands at reasonable prices.

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