C. Scott Brown / Android Authority
When it comes to buying a new smartphone, it’s easy to get caught up in all the hype. Manufacturers constantly push the latest and greatest features, leading many of us to buy more phone than we actually need.
When I’m in the market for a new phone, I always try to narrow down my options as much as possible. I do that by making a list of not only the features I want in my next smartphone but also those I don’t care about. This approach helps me cut through the marketing noise and find a device that truly suits my preferences, without overspending on things I’ll never use.
Here are some popular smartphone features that I, personally, don’t care about, and why you might consider them optional too.
Which of these smartphone features you care about the least? 108 votes IP rating 9 % Wireless charging 26 % The latest and greatest SoC 13 % Lots of storage 2 % A super-slim body 50 %
1. IP rating
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority
An IP rating indicates a phone’s resistance to dust and water. While most high-end phones come with one, it’s never been a deciding factor for me.
In all my years of using smartphones, I’ve never found myself in a situation where an IP rating would have saved the day. I’ve never dropped a phone in a pool, spilled a drink on it, or taken a call in a downpour without an umbrella. I also make a habit of not handling my phone with wet hands.
Of course, accidents happen, and some people are naturally more prone to them. Everyone’s preferences are different, but for me, a phone without any water resistance is something I can absolutely live with.
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