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People drop their phones all the time. A recent survey shows that 50 percent of college students break their phones. Here are some low cost options and warranty options to protect your investment.
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College students tend to break their phones often
As teens and young adults head back to high school and college, they may be looking for a new smartphone to stay in touch with family and friends. Results from a recent SquareTrade survey show that about 50 percent of college students break their phones. My daughter recently dropped and broke her iPhone display, so I am seeing a 100 percent college student failure rate in my home.
Nokia and Motorola provide full-featured low-cost smartphones. Kyocera, Samsung, and others, provide rugged waterproof phones, while some manufacturers have repair and replacement options that provide peace of mind for a reasonable price. You can also add an independent protection plan, such as SquareTrade.
Since price is usually the first priority when looking for a new phone, let's take a look at the lower-priced options and work up to the more expensive options.
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