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Buying a cellular phone can be a frightening task for someone lacking sufficient knowledge of what is available. However, given the important nature of the task, many are interested in learning more. Fortunately, this article can serve as a handy reference for anyone needed to purchase a phone sometime soon.

Try to limit the amount of video that you watch over the web during the course of the day. Video will destroy your GB allowance as it is usually streaming and requires a lot of data to run. If you are watching YouTube videos often during the day, you may want to opt for unlimited data.

If you drop your cell phone into liquid, do not assume that it is no longer any good and toss it away. Take the battery out and put it into a bowl full of rice. This will absorb the moisture that has gone into your device.

If you have a weak signal, try not to use your phone. It will drain the battery very quickly. Also, if you have your phone on your person, do not shove it down into the depths of your purse or briefcase, as it is unlikely to get a good signal down there. If you are concerned that your signal is weak, it is bestto turn the phone off completely.

If you've got a weak signal, consider shutting your cell phone off for a time. Weak signals are notorious battery hogs for your cell phone. You'll lose power very quickly when you're in an area with only a bar or two. If you plan to be out all day, shutting down your phone for a period is your best bet to keep some battery in play later.

Cell phones get slower with age. This will make it increasingly difficult to download apps or update your operating system. There are times where you will need to choose. You can choose the features you already have, or upgrade to a more advanced version.

Did you know that the battery in your cell phone has some reserved power? If you find that your cell phone battery is dead, and you have no way to charge it, enter the USSD "*3370#". You will see up to a 50% increase in power. This reserve power will charge the next time you charge your phone.

Don't bother with covers for your cell phone's screen. There are many accessories that can improve your experience with your cell phone; cell phone covers usually aren't one of them. Most cell phone screens are already scratch resistant, and the plastic cover will only make the touch screen less responsive.