HOW TO PROTECT YOUR SMARTPHONE AGAINST SHOCKS/FALLS AND SCRATCHES?

HOW TO PROTECT YOUR SMARTPHONE AGAINST SHOCKS/FALLS AND SCRATCHES?

Today, most people own a smartphone. A real revolution of the last ten years, these condensed technologies are as efficient as they are fragile. In order to promote their longevity, they should, therefore, be protected with products that meet specific characteristics. And to protect these objects, which have become almost indispensable for many consumers, there is no shortage of solutions.

In order to meet everyone’s requirements, each type of protection meets different needs. And while safety is the main objective of protection, the design is not abandoned. Quite the contrary.

Protection for your phone? What for?

Mobile phones are becoming more and more technology monsters. In search of more and more performance, manufacturers are constantly developing their products to meet our growing needs. The versatility of these devices has become their main characteristic. Initially dedicated to mobile communication, the vocation of mobile phones has now changed. So much so that the functions of these mobiles are now multiple. That is what has changed the name of these terminals. Simple mobile phones have actually evolved, now being called smartphones.

The versatility of smartphones is not their only characteristic. Both telephone, game console, music player, camera and storage source, these products also stand out for their costs. While low-end smartphones are generally available for less than 200 euros, the higher-end models are much more expensive.

The latter can now reach more than 1000 euros. In view of the investment they involve, these objects, therefore, require special attention. Especially since these smartphones have become very widespread. For the active on the one hand, but also for the older ones, as well as for the younger ones. The clumsiness of some, or the inattention of others, are thus often responsible for falls. To avoid disasters and protect these aircraft, various means are available.

The shell and bumper, essential elements to protect your smartphone

As with any high-tech product, one of the main elements to protect is the hull. Preserving the external appearance of the product effectively protects the internal components, thus promoting the proper functioning of the machine. In this case, to protect smartphones, many alternatives have been developed.

Hulls: effective according to the design material used

On the one hand, we find the classic hulls. These are usually designed to cover the back of the smartphone. The hulls are divided into several categories, which are distinguished mainly by their compositions. Thus, it is possible to find soft hulls but also more rigid models.

To make these different hulls, it is customary to use materials such as:

silicone: due to its composition and flexibility, it offers the advantage of absorbing shocks to some extent. Thanks to the adaptability of this material, silicone shells can be put on and off relatively easily.

polyurethane is also often used. A little more rigid, it offers a good compromise between the flexibility of the silicone and the stiffness of the plexiglass.

The plexiglass, precisely, proposes shells that are thinner. Therefore, the latter modifies only very slightly the grip of the device. However, the stiffness of these hulls is also a disadvantage insofar as the shocks can be fatal. It is indeed common for this type of hull to break in the event of a fall.

leather and fabric: for fabric, protection will be almost non-existent. For leather, the thickness of the material will further protect the smartphone but the protection will not be ideal.

These different materials have their own properties and tend to yield different results. Everyone is then able to choose the type of protection that suits them.

While the shells cover the back of the smartphones, the bumper simply covers the contours of the device. However, this protection appears to be generally sufficient. In the majority of cases, the impacts experienced during a fall by telephones are effectively at the angles. By simply protecting the edge of the device, the bumper provides protection that is suitable for the majority of accidents.
This type of protection, made of semi-rigid gel, allows on the one hand to protect the device, but also not to hide its design. For premium smartphones, it can, therefore, be a relevant alternative as consumers attach a significant part to aesthetics. However, by not protecting either the screen or the rear face, the bumper does not protect against scratches.

The cover and flip cover, more than protection for your phone

The shell and bumper have established themselves as inseparable elements of smartphones. But to protect his device, other forms of protection are possible.

Like the covers, the covers offer multiple designs. From fabric to leather, it is possible to find some to satisfy all tastes and colours. However, by opting for a cover, we must ensure that it is perfectly adapted to the morphology of the smartphone for which it will provide protection.

While manufacturers' flagship smartphones often benefit from an important choice, this is not necessarily the case for less popular smartphones. If it is not specifically designed for a particular smartphone, then a standard cover can do the trick. However, it is then necessary to pay particular attention to the size. This means that the telephone must be able to enter completely so that the latter does not suffer any shock. However, the smartphone must also be kept inside the cover. If the cover can slide, then the cover is of no use.

For the covers, some models can be attached to the belt, this allows to keep the smartphone at hand. A practical aspect is added to the protection. It is, in fact, useless to store the cover, sometimes voluminous, in his pocket. By being positioned on the belt, the smartphone is easily accessible. Once in the cover, the device is then fully protected, either at the screen or at the hull.

The flip cover generally offers the advantage of exceeding the simple protection function. More and more models are actually making it possible to store documents. Whether it is a means of payment, a transport ticket, loyalty cards, flip cover is no longer just protection. The latter then becomes a cardholder and becomes a real accessory.

Equipped with a rigid structure to which the smartphone is attached, this type of case usually carries a flap. Beyond keeping the cards away from prying eyes, the case then protects the screen. The protection is therefore double and, like the cover, the practicality takes precedence. At the subject level, the choice is also wide with a multitude of possibilities.

Protecting your phone screen: protective films

If the aesthetic aspect of the devices is protected by the hulls and bumpers, the screen is often neglected. Yet it is one of the most important elements of smartphones. While the manufacturers have almost completely abandoned the keys, the touch implies a constant use of the screen. The screen is also even more important to be protected since it is an increasingly large area. The larger a surface area, the more likely it is to be exposed to shocks. Thus, in order not to allow an impact to damage this essential part of the device, dedicated screen protectors are available.

Many specialists have indeed developed solutions to ensure screen protection. Tempered glass screen protectors are available at many points of sale and absorb the impact. Designed to protect the screen while allowing optimal use of the touch, however, these protections must be applied with care. Note that in some brands, the installation can be done by professionals.

Due to their strength, these protections prevent the touch screen from becoming out of use. On the other hand, while curved screens are developing at high V speed, protections are also evolving. These new types of screens benefit from a specific range of protection. In this way, the tempered glass protection follows the contours of the smartphone so that no area of the screen is exposed.

Depending on the brands and products sold, prices can easily vary from simple to triple. Information should, therefore, be obtained upstream to learn more about the reliability of the product. As with covers, compatibility is paramount. Tempered glass protection that is too small will be just as ineffective as a model that is too large. It should be noted that, without going as far as tempered glass, more affordable screen protectors are marketed. These simply protect smartphones from dust.

Ultra-resistant smartphones, a category of mobile phones in their own right

As mentioned above through various examples, the alternatives available to consumers in terms of protection are numerous. However, despite these specially adapted solutions, some do not manage to preserve their smartphones. For this category of consumers, it seems wise to opt for particular smartphones. For the clumsy, the adventurous or the unlucky, some manufacturers have developed extremely robust smartphones.

With the latter, it is useless to fear the presence of scratches on the screens. Falls do not scare them and resistance is their speciality. In this case, it is therefore not necessary to opt for tempered glass screen protectors. For hulls, the finding is the same. Robust and shock-resistant, these devices are self-sufficient.

To go even further in adventures, these products can even be used in extreme conditions. The coldest and highest temperatures do not affect their functioning. Regarding water resistance, some models are extremely efficient. In particular, protection index certifications provide information on this subject.

However, if IP 65, IP 66, IP 67, IP 68 and IP 69 certifications are developed, other alternatives will ensure protection, particularly against water. Thus, packaging specifically dedicated to this purpose allows you to carry your smartphone in water. And this in complete safety.