Bring Old Smartphone's to Life by Using them as a Home Gadget

BENGALURU: The production of smartphone is growing tremendously due to the huge demand in the domestic market. Although, smartphones average life span is upto 4 to 5 years, there are some users who look for latest devices, keeping the old ones aside.

The usage of new phones have left users with one question— what to do with the old ones?

Well, here are some of the ways by which old smartphones can be reused, according to Economics Times.

As surveillance devices

This is one of the best options instead of buying a new surveillance camera you can use your old smartphone as surveillance devices. All you have to do is download an app such as IP Webcam or tinyCam Monitor. These smartphone can be fixed in one corner and can be used for recording, viewing live video on browser and also uploading recorded videos to cloud storage services and more.

GPS

These devices can be used in a smart way such as you can use it as a GPS, if you are in a new city or stuck in traffic, GPS will be very useful in all situations. Even for this one have to install a mapping app like HERE WeGo or Google Maps and you are all set with a GPS system. It also includes feature like voice navigation and you can even download full maps for offline use.

Digital Photo Frame

If you have a bigger size smartphone then these can be used as a digital photo frame, it might look exotic but not a bad idea though. To make this work you have to install an app called digital photo frame and can enjoy slideshows of your favorite photos. To make it look even better it comes with options like animation effects, background sounds and can even show battery status and time.

Universal remote controller

Most of the electronic devices these days come with their own remote controllers. Smartphone can be used as a universal remote controller if it comes with an IR blaster. Other apps like Easy Universal TV Remote and Peel Smart Remote can also be used to replace all smartphone as a universal remote controller.

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