Even though cellphones have been around for a long time, the features they had at the time were still limited to certain activities. However, thanks to technological developments, old school cellphones that used to be able to perform only simple tasks. now in-update become the best version we know as smartphone or smart phone.
The emergence of smartphones has brought about great changes in our lives. Activities that were previously only accessible with certain devices. Now it can be done easily via smartphone. To find out what smart functions today’s smartphones can do, let’s take a look at the following article!
1. Watching television or movies
Actually, old mobiles already provide features that we can use to watch videos. However, unfortunately there are still shortcomings in many aspects, such as limited storage space, low video resolution and production sound that is not as clear as the cellphone output now. Also, the average person who lived during the old school cell phone still existed, mostly just watching shows on television or in the movies.
However, that all changed when smartphones entered the world. Version update from the old mobiles that come with many cool features one of which is the ability to watch videos or long movies in clear quality and capable audio.
Indeed, with characteristics video streamswe can access many shows without worrying anymore storageit will be full. Now, watching anything is easily accessible through this little device compact that is easy to carry in the trouser pocket.
2. Play
illustration of a game (unsplash.com/SCEEEN POST)Again, games have been around for a long time and are available on various mobile devices cell phone. However, the graphics available at the time were still pretty ordinary. If you want to enjoy better graphics and gaming experience, then we have to buy a special gaming device like Play station. Or another option is to go to a game rental to rent a game device for a certain duration.
But now, with the presence of smartphones. Games with good graphics that were previously only available on certain devices can now be played easily via smartphone. When there is free time, all we have to do is take our smartphone out of our pocket or bag, then choose the game we want to play. Very practical right?
3. Typing
typing illustration (unsplash.com/Amelia Bartlett)In fact, typing on a smartphone is still not as fast and convenient as typing directly on a computer or laptop. But yeah, for light typing tasks, smartphones are still reliable. In fact, writing articles or writing hundreds of words can still be done via a smartphone.
So, don’t be discouraged if you don’t have one notebook to perform tasks, such as writing documents. While the script can still be typed via smartphone, do it there!
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4. Reading
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book reading illustration (pixabay.com/hoahoa111)Now, if you want to read, you no longer need to buy newspapers or books. With the advent of smartphones, more and more sites feature interesting articles to accompany your free time.
Also, if you want to read thick books by certain authors, there are also platforms that provide access to many digital books. Just choose the free one or buy the paid version.
5. Listen to music
DVD player illustration (unsplash.com/Brett Jordan)It used to be that when people wanted to hear music, they had to buy it DVD or cassette CD Before. Only then can it be played through a special device. Another option, you usually have to wait for a music program on the television which will show a video clip of the song being played advertising frame or according to public demand.
However, most people don’t listen to the songs now CD still. Why, now there is digital streaming platform which provides a lot of songs, not only the old releases but also the latest releases. Yup, once again we are increasingly facilitated in listening to music. Because the application stream This type is indeed available and can be downloaded directly to our smartphone.
6. Perform remote communication
video call illustration (unsplash.com/Surface)In the past, cell phones could only do sms or long distance phone. Now we can also do it via smartphone. However, it’s not just about sending text messages or listening to other people’s voices.
Furthermore, we can even clearly see the face of the person being contacted through the feature video call which is available on today’s smartphones. Sounds like a real change, doesn’t it?
7. Carry out buying and selling transactions
financial transaction illustration (pexels.com/energepic.com)Now, only sending money can be done easily via smartphone. You don’t need to go all the way to an ATM, as long as your smartphone has been registered with the feature m-banking. Then you can instantly make buying and selling transactions easily.
Indeed, there are already many digital wallet applications whose registration process is very simple and does not take much time. To remain Fill balance for a while, then immediately can be used to shop on the Internet.
Wow, it turns out that the emergence of smartphones really makes it easier for us in many ways. It’s different than before, which is if you want to enjoy certain activities. Then we have to buy a device that fits the desired functionality. But now, now all these tasks can be done easily through a smartphone. Indeed, a classified smartphone low-end can still do it.
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