Monthly Archives: April 2025

Battery, product_cat, Tips and Tricks

The Truth About Phone Charging Myths You Still Believe 

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How many times have you heard something weird about charging your phone and thought, “E be like say na true o”? From “Don’t use your phone while charging, it will explode!” to “Always charge your phone to 100%,” the myths always fly everywhere like suya smoke in the air.

 

But today, The Phonepreneur is here to help you separate charging facts from fables. Let’s bust these myths once and for all, your battery (and pocket) will thank you later.

 

1. “You must always charge your phone to 100%.”

 

Truth: No, you don’t.

 

Modern smartphones use Lithium-ion batteries, and these don’t need to hit 100% to be “happy.” In fact, keeping your phone between 20% to 80% can actually help the battery last longer. Charging to 100% every single time can cause wear and tear faster over time. Na lie wey we dey believe since Nokia torchlight days.

2. “Don’t use your phone while charging, it will explode!”

 

Truth: Unless you’re using a fake charger, relax fam.

 

Using your phone while charging is safe, as long as you’re using original chargers and cables (not the N800 knockoffs from some parts of Computer Village). The explosion stories usually involve bad batteries or cheap power accessories.

 

Lesson: If it’s not certified, don’t plug it in.

 

 

3. “Overcharging spoils your battery.”

 

Truth: Modern phones are smarter than you think.

 

Once your phone hits 100%, it automatically stops charging. It doesn’t just keep sipping electricity till it bursts. However, leaving it plugged in overnight every single night can still cause long-term heat damage, especially if the phone is under your pillow.

 

4. “Charging your phone with a fast charger will spoil it.”

 

Truth: Only if your phone doesn’t support fast charging.

 

If your phone is fast-charge compatible, then it’s perfectly fine to use a fast charger. Phones today come with smart chips that regulate how much current flows into the device. The problem arises when you force a fast charger on a phone that isn’t designed for.  Always check your phone’s specs—or just ask us at The Phonepreneur!

 

5. “It’s okay to use your phone’s battery till it dies before charging.”

 

Truth: Biko, stop doing this!

 

Letting your phone drop to 0% regularly can damage the battery’s health over time. It’s always better to plug in around 20% and unplug around 80-90% if you want your battery to serve you longer. Don’t let your battery suffer because of old-school advice.

 

6. “Third-party chargers will destroy your phone.”

 

Truth: Not all third-party chargers are bad.

 

There are many certified and safe third-party brands like Baseus and Oraimo that make reliable accessories. What you should avoid are cheap, nameless, no-packaging chargers sold by “I get am for back” vendors. If it doesn’t have quality assurance, no plug am.

 

Rounding Off

In Nigeria, we’re known for street wisdom but not everything we hear on the street is gospel truth. When it comes to your phone’s battery, knowledge is power, and knowing the truth can save you money and stress.

 

At The Phonepreneur, we’re all about educating, empowering, and helping you make smarter tech choices. So next time someone tells you to put your phone in the freezer when it’s overheating, just laugh and send them this blog.

 

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How to Use a Coupon Code at Checkout on a Website (The Easy Way!)

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Have you ever found a coupon code while scrolling online or got one from your favorite store’s Instagram story, only to freeze at checkout wondering, “Where do I even enter this thing?”

You’re not alone! If you’re shopping from an e-commerce store (like ours), applying a coupon code is super simple and we’ll show you how to do it in less than 2 minutes.

Let’s break it down, step by step.

 

Step 1: Add Your Favorite Items to Cart

First things first, go ahead and add the items you love to your cart.

 

Step 2: View Cart or Proceed to Checkout

Once you’ve got your items in your cart, you can either:

  • Click “View Cart” to see what you’ve selected, or
  • Hit “Proceed to Checkout” if you’re ready to pay

You can apply your coupon at either of these stages, so don’t stress.
 

 

Step 3: Enter Your Coupon Code

Here’s the fun part. On the Cart Page, you’ll see a box labeled “Have a coupon?” Just click it, and a field will drop down where you can type or paste your code. Hit “Apply Coupon” and boom, your discount will be calculated instantly.

On the Checkout Page, there’s also a small line that says “Click here to enter your code” right above the billing details. Tap that, and the coupon box appears.

Easy-peasy.

 

Step 4: Make Sure It Works

If your coupon is valid, WooCommerce will show a success message and subtract the discount from your total. If there’s an issue (expired code, not eligible, minimum order not met), it’ll tell you right away.

Tip: Always double-check for typos and make sure there are no spaces before or after the code!
 

Step 5: Checkout and Enjoy Your Savings

Once the coupon is applied, go ahead and finish your checkout as usual. You’ll see the new discounted total. Now all that’s left is to wait for your order to arrive!


Rounding Off

Using a coupon code on an e-commerce store doesn’t have to be confusing or hard. Once you’ve done it once, you become a pro, literally. And you know, nothing beats that feeling of seeing your total drop at checkout! Next time you have a code, use it confidently and keep shopping smart. See you next time!

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The Phonepreneur Story

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It all started with a broken phone and a simple comment from our mom.

Our Story

From a Comment to a Big Thing

One day, I (Victor) was heading out to get my phone fixed. As I was leaving, my mom stopped me and said, “Instead of always paying people to fix your phone, why don’t you learn how to fix phones yourself?” I didn’t think much of it at first. But later that day, I brought it up with my brother, Light. We started talking about phones, repairs, and business. The more we talked, the more it made sense. 

Our mom mentioned the idea to a friend who worked in Computer Village, Lagos. He told her, “This is a great business. People will always need their phones fixed or replaced.” That was it. We knew we had to give it a shot.

We didn’t have much when we started. No fancy shop. No big capital. We only had a drive to learn and a belief that we could make it work. We asked questions, learned from people in the business, and practiced every chance we got. Soon, we weren’t just fixing phones. We started selling them too. That’s how The Phonepreneur was born.

At first, we called our business iPhonePreneur because we focused on iPhones. But people kept asking, “Do you only sell iPhones?” That was a problem. So we changed it to The Phonepreneur to show that we work with all phone brands. And now, we not only deal in phones but in almost everything tech!

Running a business isn’t easy. We’ve had our fair share of struggles. The biggest challenge was during COVID-19. Everything slowed down. People weren’t buying phones like before. We had to think fast. So, we focused on selling online and started doing deliveries. It worked. Another challenge was finding good suppliers. In this business, where you buy your stock matters. We made mistakes at first, but we learned. Now, we work with trusted suppliers to get the best deals.

A Day at The Phonepreneur

Our day starts at 9 AM. We check online orders (most come from Instagram) and get the store ready. By mid-morning, the place is busy. Customers come in for repairs, swaps, or new phones. Some just stop by for consultations. We work non-stop until 6 or 7 PM. At the end of the day, the goal is simple: Make sure every customer leaves happy.

We believe in treating customers right. That’s the key to our success. Some businesses just want to make a sale but we want to build relationships too. Even when a customer is difficult, we stay patient. We explain things. We help them make the best choice. That’s why people trust us.

Also, our customers know that they will always get quantity for us at affordable prices. So, they are stuck with us and we love them just like that!

What we do

At The Phonepreneur, we:

We sell everything Tech: from phones, to computers, to gamings, new and used, all brands.

We do Phone swaps: You can trade in your old phone for a new or better one.

We do Repairs: Come in for quick and reliable fixes for any phone issue.

 

 

Our Locations

Pepple Street Branch: No 2, Pepple Street, Suite B22, First Floor, M-Square Plaza, Beside Zenith Bank, Computer Village, Ikeja, Lagos.

Koleosho Street Branch: 3-9 Olu Koleosho Street, 4th Floor, Shop 4C and 4D, Mokland Plaza, Off Medical Road, Ikeja, Lagos.

 

To Place an Order (WhatsApp)

08146321691 – Victor

07011502895 – Ifeanyi

07014403517 – Iyanu

08106360694 – Salt

 

Our Website

www.thephonepreneur.com

 

Where Innovation Meets Affordability

You shouldn’t have to choose between quality and cost. At The Phonepreneur, we make sure you get both. From smart devices to trusted repairs, we bring you the latest in tech without the hefty price tag. Because great tech should be for everyone.

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