One Tech Tip: New iPhones arrive, but you can keep your old phone longer by caring for it
As new smartphone models launch with high price tags, experts recommend extending the lifespan of current devices through proper battery care. Maintaining lithium-ion battery health is identified as the most effective way to keep phones functional for longer periods.
Why it matters
Extending device longevity addresses both personal financial savings and the growing global environmental concern regarding electronic waste.
Apple's latest iPhones, unveiled this week, come with new features, better cameras and hefty price tags – including a folding model with a starting price of US$1,999 (RM9,499). If you're planning to splurge on a new iPhone 18, you will want to take care of it to make it last as long as possible.
Or save money by holding on to your current device, whether it is Apple or Android, to get the most life out of it.
As smartphone technology has matured and innovations have become more incremental, people have stopped buying into the idea that they need to upgrade to the newest phone. There is also an environmental push to keep old phones out of landfills as electronic waste becomes a larger sustainability issue. Modern smartphones are also just sturdier and better able to survive dunks and drops.
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