5 Reasons to Own a Cheap Phone

Опубликовано: 09 Апрель 2025
на канале: Simon Bernlieger
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Why You Should Consider a Cheap Phone | Save Money and Reduce Stress

Are you tired of spending a fortune on the latest smartphones? Let's talk about why switching to a cheap phone might be the best decision for you.

First off, you'll save a ton of money. Imagine picking up an old iPhone SE for just €35 that handles all the basics like calls, texts, browsing, and music. Over three years, you could save over €1000 compared to buying new flagship models.

Next, spending more doesn’t always mean better performance. Affordable options like the iPhone 12 or Google Pixel 6a offer fantastic value without the hefty price tag. Plus, do you really need those high-end features? Unless you're a hardcore photographer or gamer, a cheaper phone will more than meet your needs.

Having a less expensive phone also means less anxiety about damage or theft. And surprisingly, plastic materials in budget phones can be more durable than premium glass or metal.

Lastly, an older phone might even help reduce your social media usage, leading to more productive and meaningful activities.

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Video about Cost of Ownership of an iPhone:
   • Cheapest Way to Own an iPhone  
Video about Opportunity Cost of Social Media:    • Opportunity Cost of Social Media  

Links to a few phones I mentioned in the video (these are affiliate links so I may earn a small commission with each purchase):

iPhone SE (2nd gen): https://amzn.to/3zNusby
iPhone SE (3rd gen): https://amzn.to/3XTD5JB

iPhone 12mini: https://amzn.to/3ZUHVcq
iPhone 12: https://amzn.to/3zDqxOF

Google Pixel 6a: https://amzn.to/4dGLdTz
Samsung S21 FE: https://amzn.to/4eodbVv


Time Stamps

00:00 Price
02:39 Diminishing Returns
03:24 Do you really need a flagship?
05:15 Less Value = Less Anxiety
06:07 Less Time on Social Media

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About myself:

I am an international hospitality / architectural photographer based in Austria (EU)
When I am not photographing I am interested and curious about millions of other things including 3d rendering, marketing, data analysis, cars, travel, cinematography, AI etc. etc.

https://www.simonbernlieger.com
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