Your iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, or AirPods are more than just gadgets—they are your investments.

 

Whether you had to save up for a while to get them or bought them effortlessly without breaking the bank, you can't deny that the cost is no joke.

 

Truth be told, the performance, advanced features, and value they offer already make them well worth the investment. Yet, to get the bang for your buck, you can take proper care of your devices to keep them in peak performance. It even saves you money from unnecessary repair and maintenance!

Top 10 Care Tips To Maintain and Preserve Your Apple Devices

Do a Regular Device Cleanup

 

This tip is probably a no-brainer. Dust, dirt, and grime can accumulate on your Apple device over time. It will not only destroy the appearance of your Apple device but also damage components crucial for its performance.

 

For example, dust can corrode the hardware. It can also clog up the microphone or block camera sensors. These are just the simple ways it can affect the performance of your device.

 

Regular clean-up helps preserve their aesthetic and functionality.

 

How to Clean Your Apple Device

 

• Use a soft, lint-free microfiber cloth.

Power Mac Center offers high-quality polishing cloth that gently cleans glass and metal surfaces. It provides streak-free cleaning without causing scratches and tiny abrasions to your device.

 

• Use a screen-safe cleaning solution.

Cleaning sprays, like the WHOOSH! Screen Shine Go, are specifically designed to clean screens without scratching or damaging them. They also provide a coating that leaves devices resistant to dust, dirt, and oils.

 

• Avoid using cleaning products with alcohol.

Cleaning with alcohol strips away protective coatings applied on your device screens. It will remove anti-radiation or anti-glare coatings meant to protect your eyes. You can also use a mild dish soap free of ammonia or bleach and diluted in distilled water as a cheaper option.

 

• Use a dry, soft-bristled brush to clean ports and speakers.

Instead of Q-tips, use soft detail brushes to clean speakers and ports. This way, the buildup is removed effectively instead of being pushed further up.

 

Protect Your Device with a Case and Screen Protector

 

Your Apple device may not be immune to bumps, slips, and accidents. Yet, it can be immune to damage.

 

The key is using durable cases and screen protectors that fit your device snugly. High-quality iPhone cases or MacBook screen protectors offer full coverage and snug fit to devices, ensuring the protection of your Apple device all around.

 

Keep Your Software Updated

Sometimes, a frozen iPhone screen or buffering iPad is nothing more than a bug waiting for a fix.

 

Regular software updates optimize not only the security features of your device. It also improves overall device performance, keeping your device running seamlessly.

 

Optimize Your Battery Health

 

Your battery health dictates your device's performance. As it degrades, so does the full capability of your device.

 

To ensure that your battery health is preserved and maintained, follow the  tips below:

 

• Be mindful of your charging time. Overcharging or charging your device only when it's drained is detrimental to battery health. Avoid letting your battery drop below 20% or charging it beyond 80% for extended periods.

 

• Use Apple-certified adaptors and charging cables. Chargers and cables built specifically for Apple devices follow strict Apple standards. They protect your device from any long-term damage.

 

• Avoid subjecting your device to extreme temperatures. Keep your Apple devices from direct sunlight or very hot rooms and vice versa. Apple devices work best in temperatures between 0°C and 35°C.

 

Manage Your Device Storage

 

Running out of storage might seem like a common thing. After all, who doesn't love to keep mementos in the form of digital photos and other files?

 

But here's the news: running out of storage can slow down your device. It can even cause apps to crash. Managing your storage helps your Apple device run smoothly.

 

How to Free Up Storage Space

 

• Delete unused or sketchy apps by long-pressing the app icon and selecting Remove App. Do this only after clearing the app cache.
• Transfer photos and videos to iCloud or an external drive.
• Clear the cache history of your apps.

 

Bonus Tip:

Bring Your Apple Devices to Mobile Care! 

If you suspect that your device has complicated issues, don't try to do a DIY repair. Remember, you want to use your investment for as long as you can to its maximum potential.

 

Instead of fixing it, you might damage your device further or trigger a domino of complicated issues. Leave it to the experts authorized by Apple to do professional repairs.

 

Mobile Care offers expert Apple repair services that will help prolong the life of your device and restore it to peak performance. It also has premium and accessible services focused on Apple maintenance.

 

Pair it with premium cases, protectors, and cleaning accessories from Power Mac Center and you get a device that can withstand the wear and tear of time.