Cool Things Your Smartphone Can Do that You May Not Have Been Aware Of

When mobile phones were first introduced to the market, the goal was to make it easier and more convenient for people to stay in touch no matter where they were. And while a mobile phone still offers that same core function, today it is so much more and has really become a must-have item for anyone. You know your smartphone is handy because you can use it to order fake ID and cyber stalk your exes, but did you know it is capable of many other cool things too?

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Let’s take a closer look at the often-surprising things your smartphone is capable of.

Use It as Your Universal Remote

At any given moment, there’s a good chance that your home has multiple remotes in order to control the AV devices you own. It can get pretty confusing knowing which remote does what, and good luck if you should ever misplace one of those remotes. This is where your smartphone can come in handy as it can be transformed into a universal remote that pairs with a large variety of AV devices. Now, you may need to purchase a small accessory that will be used with your phone and that will pair with a companion app, but these are easy to find.

Go Ahead and Start Up Your Car from Your Phone

How about those who may live in an area that experiences cold weather, wet weather, snow, and other such conditions? It can be pretty miserable to trudge out there to start up the car and then wait for it to warm up and feel comfortable. This is where your smartphone can help you again, as you can actually start up your car and warm it up straight from your device.

Now, again, this sort of task will require additional equipment and a compatible app. If your vehicle allows for this technology though, you’ll be able to start it, lock and unlock it, locate where you are parked, and even get alerts about road hazards and speed traps.

Giving You a Sense of Security and Safety

Nowadays you can never be too safe, especially if you find yourself walking alone and in the dark. Again, this is where you can turn to your mobile phone for assistance as you can download an app that will allow people to track your exact location, and that you can trigger a distress call from. The way it works is that you can send an invite to a contact(s), and they will then be able to track your whereabouts. It just gives you that peace of mind that someone knows where you are should an emergency situation arise.

It Doesn’t End There

This is just a very small look at the many things your smartphone is capable of. You can also use it to control your smart home (a trend many homes are moving towards), to act as a mobile wallet as digital transactions become more common, an earthquake sensor, and so much more. What have you stumbled across on your smartphone?