{"id":17502,"date":"2020-03-08T13:51:42","date_gmt":"2020-03-08T13:51:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rbsitsoftwaresolution.com\/blog\/what-to-do-with-your-old-android-phone-if-you-buy-a-new-one.html"},"modified":"2020-03-08T13:51:42","modified_gmt":"2020-03-08T13:51:42","slug":"what-to-do-with-your-old-android-phone-if-you-buy-a-new-one","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rbsitsoftwaresolution.in\/blog\/what-to-do-with-your-old-android-phone-if-you-buy-a-new-one.html","title":{"rendered":"What to do with your old Android phone if you buy a new one"},"content":{"rendered":"
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You can still put your old phone to use.<\/p>\n

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With all the cool new foldable phones that have been released lately, like the Galaxy Z Flip<\/span> and the nostalgic Motorola Razr<\/span>, there’s so much temptation to upgrade your phone to one of the new devices. And while\u00a0selling or trading in<\/span>\u00a0your old phone is a great option to lower the overall cost of buying a new device, it’s not the only approach.\u00a0<\/p>\n

If your phone’s too old to command a high trade-in value, or you’re looking to save some money on a wireless mouse or security camera, you could hold onto your old device and repurpose it into something you’ll actually want to use.<\/p>\n

After all, smartphones are small, powerful computers with storage space and a camera. Your phone makes a handy substitute for lots of other electronics — you can even\u00a0turn it into a home security camera<\/span>\u00a0or diagnose your car’s mechanical problems.<\/p>\n

Read more<\/strong>: iPhone 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max specs vs. Galaxy S10, Note 10 and Pixel 3 XL Android phones<\/span><\/p>\n

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Turn your old Android into a Nintendo Game Boy<\/h2>\n

You can play video games everywhere you go when you\u00a0turn your Android into a Nintendo Game Boy<\/span>. All you need to get started is a compatible Android phone and a\u00a0Hyperkin Smartboy Mobile Device<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

In order to play the games, you’ll need to purchase Game Boy cartridges (unless you still have them). But you can also play Game Boy Advance ($40 at Amazon<\/a>)<\/span> apps if you don’t have the retro cartridges.<\/p>\n

Use your Android as a universal remote<\/h2>\n

It’s great having one remote that can do everything — think\u00a0Click<\/a>, the Adam Sandler movie. OK, maybe not that extreme. But being able to control all of your devices from one remote is a relief. Download a remote control app, such as iRule<\/a> and then sync your phone to devices including your Xbox One<\/span>, Roku<\/a> and Apple TV<\/span>. <\/p>\n

If you have smart light bulbs<\/span>, you can sync your phone to those as well. Follow these tips on how to turn your device into a universal remote<\/span> so you never have to wonder where your TV remote is hiding again.<\/p>\n

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Turn your Android into a Google Home.<\/p>\n

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Turn your Android phone into a Google Home<\/h2>\n

Repurposing your Android phone to be a Google Home<\/span>\u00a0smart speaker is simple and requires no app downloads. Make sure your phone is updated to the latest Android OS so you have “OK, Google.” Next, you’ll need to find a Bluetooth speaker to pair your phone with. Make sure both devices stay plugged in and on at all times. You’ll be ready to give Google commands<\/span> in no time. The best part is you won’t have to spend $129 on a Google Home. Learn more about what you can do with a Google Home here<\/span>.<\/p>\n

Your Android can double as a home security camera<\/h2>\n

Feel secure by turning your old phone into a home security camera<\/span>. Download a security camera app, like Alfred<\/a> (can also use with\u00a0iPhone<\/a>) to get started. Check on your house while you’re at work to make sure all is well. Place the phone in the main room of the house in a spot where you have the best view. <\/p>\n

When you’re home, set it up outside (hidden, of course) to see who’s knocking on your door or to see any suspicious activity. Maybe you’ll find it’s just a raccoon that’s been leaving candy wrappers in your yard and not your neighbor’s kid.<\/p>\n

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Turn your phone into a baby monitor.<\/p>\n

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Use your old phone as a baby monitor<\/h2>\n

Instead of running into your child’s room every time you think you hear crying or a strange noise, check to see if your baby is OK by turning your old phone into a baby monitor<\/span>. <\/p>\n

You can set your old phone up in the room and access it from your current phone by installing Skype<\/a> on both devices. You can also use a baby monitor app like Dormi<\/a>. We haven’t tested them on real babies, but the customer ratings are excellent. You’ll feel better knowing that you can be in any room and still see your baby.<\/p>\n

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Turn your Android into a wireless mouse<\/h2>\n

It can be annoying when your wireless mouse dies on you with no warning. It helps to have a backup, and you can turn your phone into a mouse in no time. You’ll need to download an app, such as Remote Mouse<\/a>, in order to do so. <\/p>\n

Once you have the app, connect your phone and desktop to the same Wi-Fi network and say bye-bye to that old-school mouse. Keep it in your laptop case for when you’re on the go and stop by a coffee shop to get some work done.<\/p>\n

Keep your old phone as a music player<\/h2>\n

Free up storage space on your new phone by using your old phone as a media player. Since you have a new phone, you can wipe all the data off your old phone (except your music and music apps). <\/p>\n

You’ll be able to add as many songs as your old phone will allow without worrying about how much storage you’re using. Hook it up to your surround-sound speaker if you’re having a party and let the fun begin.<\/p>\n

The great thing is you’ll be able to leave it in one place and won’t have to worry about incoming calls and messages interrupting your tunes.<\/p>\n

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