Business Accessories for Smartphones: Do You Have What You Need?

Published July 12, 2013 by TNJ Staff
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Get the right accessories for your smartphone and avoid some of the most common problems users encounter

Most business owners consider their smartphone to be one of their most important business tools. Well, this doesn’t come as a surprise since these mobile devices allow you to keep in touch with your clients, customers, vendors and business partners, and help you keep your schedule organized. It also allows you to access customer data, do some last minute research and update your social media accounts. With the numerous benefits that you can get from your smartphone, you can definitely say that it gives you the freedom to take your business wherever you go.
However, these devices are not perfect. You may encounter some minor problems such as running out of batteries, not having enough memory space to store your data and misplacing your smartphone from time to time. Thankfully, most of these can easily be resolved by getting the right accessories.
Get the Right Accessories for Your Business Smartphone
Keep the power on. There’s nothing more frustrating than running out of power just when you need to use your smartphone. Prevent this from happening by getting a charging dock, a travel charger, or an external power solution. You may also consider getting a hand-crank charger so you can charge your smartphone even when there is no available current.
Maximize your memory. Do you need additional memory to carry your files around wherever you go? If so, consider buying yourself a memory card. Better yet, get a Seagate Wireless Plus battery-powered drive to extend your memory space up to 1 terabyte (1,000 gigabytes).
Don’t lose it. Do you keep misplacing your smartphone, tablet or car keys? Well, you are not the only one. Studies show that 56% of all cellphone users lose or misplace their mobile devices every year and more than 25,000 laptops are left behind in airports every day. Avoid becoming one of these unfortunate people by getting yourself a Cobra Tag.
With the Cobra Tag, you can set an alarm so you can easily locate your items in case you misplace them. In addition, the device will sound its alarm when it loses a connection with your device and the accompanying app will send you a map link to the location where you left your valuables.
Get a connection. Now, you can instantly create a wireless network anywhere ? provided there is an existing wired Internet connection in the location. Simply plug in a device such as the D-Link SharePort Mobile Companion into a modem or wired router and you can have an instant Wi-Fi hotspot. This device also works as a repeater to boost your Internet connection, a wireless mobile storage device and a portable charger.
Without a doubt, you can turn your smartphone into a formidable business tool by using the right accessories so try them and see the difference they can make.

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