As Recycling and Sustainability Month continues, we’re offering tips on how to care for your current technology. With the rapid pace of advancements in the tech industry, maintaining the devices you already have is more crucial than ever. The increasing costs of new gadgets, coupled with the pressure to keep up with the latest trends, not only impact your budget but also harm the environment. Learn more about the environmental impact of discarding old tech here.
Here are some tips on how you can maintain your tech to save money and support sustainability.
Cleaning
Regularly clean your devices using products specifically designed for electronics, such as gentle, non-abrasive cleaners. Avoid alcohol-based solutions and ensure you remove dust from device ports. For phones, cleaning the case can help prevent dirt from clogging the charging ports.
Backups
We recommend regularly backing up your data to prevent loss from hardware failures or accidental deletion.
Software Updates
Regularly updating your software is essential for maintaining security and performance. Updates can also provide access to new features and bug fixes.
Battery Maintenance
When charing devices make sure you are using the correct charger and avoid using charges that aren’t recommended by the manufacturer.
Use battery saving mode.
Close any apps that are running in the background that aren’t being used.
Ensure devices (e.g laptops) are ventilated when in use to reduce heat.
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