There is always this debate on what features buyers should consider before acquiring a smartphone.

There are majorly two schools of thoughts:
➡️Hardware fans - camera, processor, sensors, and battery
➡️Software fans - OS, security, preinstalled apps, etc.

In my opinion, I think this formula should be the ideal factor to consider:

Cash = needs(activity+ performance)

Let me explain:

✔️Cash represents the budget you have in place to acquire a new phone. This budget should be directly related to your needs.

✔️ Needs refers to the core features you desire and the activities akin to these features.

These features might be influenced by what you need the phone for.

For instance, a photographer or social media influencer will need a phone with good camera and processing capability.

Similarly, a PRO will need a device with long-lasting battery.

Performance features encompass camera, processor, OS, sensors, battery, network, connectivity, storage and security.

Overall, your budget and needs will influence the features you forgo.

Well, that's my perception, not actually a universal theory.

For you, what do you think should guide people in buying mobile phones?

Most important factors to consider are durability and memory