Smartphones have become an essential part of our everyday lives, but their potential goes beyond the basics. In this Techspert column, we explore five lesser-known ways to harness the power of your smartphone.
#1 Document Scanner 🖨️
Say goodbye to bulky scanners and tedious scanning processes. Your smartphone can easily digitize documents, receipts, and notes with a scanner app. These apps offer high-quality scans, text enhancement, and even conversion to editable formats like PDF or Word.
#2 Digital Microscope 🔬
Transform your smartphone into a digital microscope with a macro lens attachment. Explore microscopic details of various objects and capture stunning close-up images. Macro lenses are readily available online at different price points.
#3 Personal Safety Gadget 🛡️
Enhance your safety with smartphone apps designed for emergencies. These apps offer features like alerting contacts, real-time location tracking, and emitting alarms. Your smartphone can be a valuable safety companion in any situation.
#4 Convenient Toolbox 🧰
Utilize augmented reality (AR) apps on your smartphone as a measuring tool and metal detector. These apps provide functionalities beyond traditional tools, offering features for measuring distances, home interior design, and detecting metal objects.
#5 Plant Care Assistant 🪴
Keep your plants healthy with plant care apps that offer personalized tips based on plant needs. These apps utilize AI and machine learning to diagnose plant issues, provide watering schedules, and offer fertilization techniques.
Explore more tech tools for gardening in Senior Planet’s upcoming Gardening Tech At a Glance online lecture. Join the Gardening Club to connect with fellow plant enthusiasts.
Your Turn 📱
Share uncommon ways you use your smartphone in the comments section. The possibilities are endless with the vast array of apps available for iOS and Android.
Techspert Jonathan is Senior Planet’s Sr. Digital Community Relations and Product Specialist, as well as an iOS developer with a background in Information Systems and Cyber Security.
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