Keep Your Summer Pure: How To Summer-Proof Your Phone

Summer is a season of getting outside, soaking up the sun, and trying new things. It’s a season of letting go and living life without a care in the world.

Unfortunately, it’s also a season of dropped phones, scratched tablets, and broken screens. Whether you’re heading to the beach, the mountains, or your backyard, we want to help you keep your summer pure, and that means protecting your phone against anything and everything that comes your way.

Fortunately, here at BodyGuardz, we know a thing or two about protecting phones, so we’ve put together the ultimate guide to summer-proofing your phone. Here’s everything you’ll need to do to keep your summer pure.

1—Pick Your Protection Screen protection, that is!
No matter what summer plans you have, your number one priority (as far as your phone goes) should be investing in screen protection. Summer poses a lot of hazards to your phone’s screen, such as:

• Severe scratches from sand and dirt
• Potential cracks from harsh drops (think about all the places you carry your phone during the summer—drops on gravel, boardwalks, and cement floors could be dire)
• Sticky residue from sunscreen, moisturizer, and food

Because BodyGuardz knows your needs are as unique as your summer plans, we offer a variety of screen protectors that are sure to protect your phone this summer. Our top summer recommendations include:

The Pure. This is our top-selling screen protector and for good reason. The tempered glass not only protects against drops two times better than the leading competition, but it also resists scratches and fingerprints. This protector is perfect for anyone who has kids that borrow their phones or anyone who is accident-prone and drops their phone a lot.

The Pure Anti-Glare. If you’re outside a lot during the summer and hate having to squint at your phone to see text messages or photos, we’ve got you covered. We offer our Pure in an anti-glare option which reduces the harsh reflection of the sun, or other bright lights, and allows you to use your phone indoors and outdoors without straining This protector is perfect for anyone who works outside, goes on frequent hikes, or loves spending time at the beach.

The SpyGlass. Released just a few months ago, SpyGlass offers the same protection as the Pure but with a twist. In addition to protecting against drops and scratches, SpyGlass protects against nosy neighbors that might be looking over your shoulder at your social networks, emails, or bank statements by using s a unique darkening agent. This option works great for anyone who wants to keep their information confidential during the summer social months. There is no need to limit your phone usage while traveling or riding public transportation when you use SpyGlass.

2—Keep Your Screen Clean
Once you’ve invested in a screen protector, you’ll want to take steps to keep it clean throughout the summer. Because nothing’s worse than smearing barbecue sauce all over your screen when you’re trying to take a selfie.

And while you might be tempted to use a simple Clorox or baby wipe to rub the smudges off your phone, don’t. Antibacterial wipes are fairly abrasive, which means using them on your phone could cause scratches or damage to your phone by removing protective coatings. Instead, opt for a cleaning kit specifically designed for use on phones, like this one.

3—Treat Yo’Self (er...your phone) To a Stylish Phone Case
You’ve outfitted yourself with summer clothes, summer sandals, and maybe even some new summer shades. So why not outfit your phone with a new get-up while you’re at it? But before you run out and buy that pineapple case you saw at the mall kiosk, stop and think about what your phone really wants (and needs!).

This summer—whether you’re out rock climbing, chasing the kids around, or traveling the world—you’ll probably drop your phone. More than once. And when that moment comes, your phone will need something a little more substantial than a metallic pineapple decal to protect it.

If you’re looking for phone cases that are stylish AND protective, check out the cases we designed in partnership with Unequal Technologies.

4—Keep Your Phone Cool
As if drops, scratches, and fingerprints aren’t bad enough, summer’s scorching temperatures also pose a threat to your phone. Apple recommends storing your device at temperatures no higher than 113℉ (45℃), and limiting its use any time the temperature rises above 95℉ (35℃).

Higher temperatures cause the ambient temperature inside your phone to rise, and could even alter your phone’s behavior. On hot days, you might notice your phone’s battery dies quicker, camera flash shuts off, and the display dims. Here are a few tips to help you avoid roasting your phone’s innards:

• When outside, keep your phone in the shade.
• Keep your phone away from other devices to avoid heat transferring from one device to the other.
• Take your phone out of the case to help it cool faster if it does overheat.

This summer, help your phone help you by keeping it safe and keeping it cool. And, for a chance to win some BodyGuardz swag, tag us in your summer Instagram pictures and use #PureSummer. Each week, we'll pick a favorite to win a BodyGuardz summer prize pack.