Greetings!
Although I didn't start using a phone at an early age, I was fortunate enough to use older models, which we called "China phones." From there, I moved to Java phones, then to the more sophisticated Java phones with a touch of smartphone features—like the Asha phones—and finally to the current types of phones. Throughout these periods, I encountered issues with these devices, and these experiences shaped the specs I prioritize whenever I'm acquiring a new phone. Here are my go-to specs:
Good Battery (Must be 5,000mAh and above):
One of the biggest issues I’ve had with phones is poor battery life, and because of that, I vowed never to settle for a phone with a battery that drains like darkness fleeing in the presence of light. Currently, a 5,000mAh battery is my benchmark, and I won’t compromise on that. I'm not saying phones with less than a 5,000mAh battery don’t last; they do. But I simply prefer 5,000mAh and above—it just gives me peace of mind, lol.
I once used a phone with a 6,000mAh battery before returning to my current one, and both were great. Nowadays, phones with 5,000mAh and 6,000mAh batteries are practically on the same level in terms of performance.
Storage Space (RAM especially):
If I told you what I went through with my previous phone, you'd pity me. It was a 2GB RAM phone, and I experienced no end of trouble. You know, when I first bought it, 2GB RAM wasn’t bad; it was sufficient. But I watched as time moved swiftly forward, and suddenly, 2GB RAM became practically useless due to the flood of recent apps. I now tell people that if they’re looking to buy a phone, they shouldn’t settle for anything less than 8GB of RAM, because technology is moving so fast that very soon, phones with 3GB or 4GB RAM will be as inadequate as 2GB RAM phones are now. My current phone has 8GB of RAM, and when I decide to upgrade, the space will need to double or triple.
Camera Quality (and must be an Android phone):
Hey, I can’t leave out the camera, and I’m not willing to switch to iOS. I’m not dismissing iOS quality—they’re good—but I’d prefer a high-quality Android camera phone, and there are plenty of those on the market now. When I was about to buy my current phone, I saw a series with a 200MP camera, but they were very expensive. I wasn’t prepared to settle for a camera below 100MP, so I opted for a 108MP camera, and I've been enjoying it ever since. I love taking photos—not just of myself but of people, especially during group events or nature photography. I can't see myself borrowing or renting a phone just for such moments. So yes, the camera must be clear and sharp.
Processor Performance:
Finally, the phone must be fast, without any lag or “hooking,” as we call it. I shouldn’t have to sweat or feel frustrated due to freezing or stuttering.
Thank you for reading!
Like I said, this is my entry to the just expired prompt.
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