The top 10 must-change settings on a new Realme phone depend slightly on the specific model and your personal preferences, but these are generally excellent candidates for adjustment:
1. Screen Lock: Choose a secure screen lock method (PIN, pattern, password, or fingerprint/face unlock) to protect your data. Avoid using just a swipe.
2. Notification Management: Customize which apps can send notifications, and control the notification style (banners, sounds, lights) for each app individually. This prevents annoying interruptions.
3. Display Settings (Brightness & Adaptive Brightness): Adjust screen brightness for comfortable viewing in different lighting conditions. Enable adaptive brightness for automatic adjustment based on ambient light, but be prepared to tweak its sensitivity.
4. Power Saving Mode: Explore Realme’s power saving options. Choose a mode that balances battery life with performance based on your usage patterns. You might prefer a scheduled power saving mode rather than a constantly active one.
5. Sound & Vibration: Customize ringtone volume, notification sounds, and vibration intensity to your liking.
6. Default Apps: Set your preferred apps for tasks like web browsing, email, SMS, etc. Realme phones sometimes pre-install their own apps; choosing alternatives offers more freedom and often better user experience.
7. Privacy Settings: Review and adjust privacy settings for location, microphone, camera, and app permissions. Limit access where possible to protect your personal information. Pay close attention to app permissions; many ask for more than they strictly need.
8. System Updates: Enable automatic system updates to keep your phone secure and up-to-date with the latest features and bug fixes.
9. Developer Options (Use with Caution): Unless you’re technically inclined, leave this alone. Enabling developer options can unintentionally lead to system instability if settings are changed incorrectly.
10. Gestures & Navigation: Realme offers various navigation gestures. Experiment to find the system that best suits your hand size and interaction style.
Bonus Tip: Back up your data regularly! This is crucial for protecting your information in case of device loss or malfunction. Realme typically offers cloud backup options.
Remember that the specific location of these settings might vary slightly depending on your Realme phone’s software version and UI (Realme UI). Use the search function within your phone’s settings app if you can’t immediately find a specific option.
