Phones (Overview)
Benefits
Portable: people can easily carry them around with them.
Cost-effective: they can be purchased for under £100 which can make it easier to replace them if they're lost or stolen, which can happen.
Familiarity: most people know how a smartphone works, especially Android models. This can make it easier to get someone up and running quickly.
Hot-spot: other devices can connect via a hot spot.
Sim connectivity: no need for an additional device for connectivity e.g. mi-fi device.
Limitations
Storage space: onboard storage can be limited but the addition of a micro SD card can be a welcome addition.
Screen size: compared to a laptop or tablet, a smartphone screen is smaller and less appealing for some tasks such as streaming content or applying for jobs.
Considerations
A model with a larger screen size.
Operating system: Android.
Buying a screen protector or case to minimise the risk of damage.
Can be used as a hot-spot for other devices.
Target group
People who are not in settled accommodation and likely to be moving frequently.
People who aren't currently undertaking education or job-seeking activity.
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