New Delhi: Smartphone has become an important part of our life today, but sometimes this companion itself becomes a cause of trouble. One of the most common complaints of users is the frequent hanging of the phone. Whether you are making an important call, typing a message or running an app, the sudden hanging of the phone not only causes irritation but also hinders work. But have you ever wondered why your phone hangs? According to experts, there can be many reasons behind this. Let us look at the three major reasons and their solutions, so that you can get rid of this problem.

1. Low RAM: Burden of multitasking
   The biggest reason for the phone hanging can be the lack of its RAM (Random Access Memory). If your smartphone has 4 GB or less RAM, then it can die if you run many apps simultaneously. Tech expert Ajay Sharma explains, “Today’s apps and games are heavy. Trying to multitask in a phone with low RAM puts pressure on the processor, which causes the phone to hang.” Solution: To avoid this problem, close unnecessary apps in the phone. Go to the settings and remove the applications running in the background. Sharma advises, “If your phone is old, then avoid heavy games or apps with graphics. This will maintain the speed of the phone.” 2. Storage full: Space is over, problems begin Phone storage getting full is also a big reason for hanging. A phone filled with photos, videos, apps and files slows down because the operating system does not get enough space to work. Rakesh Verma, manager of a mobile repair center in Delhi, says, “When the phone’s storage is filled more than 90 percent, its performance is affected. Sometimes even restarting the phone does not improve the speed.” Solution: Free up space in the phone. Upload old photos and videos to cloud storage like Google Drive or Dropbox. Verma suggests, “Keep only the essential apps in the phone and uninstall the rest. Check the storage every week so that the phone keeps running smoothly.” 3. Hardware or software fault Sometimes the reason for the phone hanging can also be its hardware or software. If any part of the phone, such as the processor or battery, is damaged, then it can hang. The same situation occurs if there is a bug in the software. Tech consultant Priya Mehta explains, “If there is a defect in the operating system or any app, the processing of the phone stops. This does not get fixed until the update comes.” Solution: Check the software update by going to the phone settings. Update the apps by going to Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Mehta says, “If the problem is hardware, then get it checked from the service center. Sometimes a small repair makes the phone run fast again.” Why is it important to pay attention? Frequent hanging of the phone is not just an inconvenience, but is also a warning for the health of the device. If ignored, the phone’s performance can deteriorate further. “If the problem of hanging persists for a long time, the phone’s processor may overheat, increasing the risk of permanent damage,” warns Rakesh Verma.

Simple solutions, better experience

It is important to take some precautions to prevent the phone from hanging. Experts recommend restarting the phone regularly, clearing the cache memory and avoiding installing more apps than necessary. Priya Mehta adds, “Use the phone to its potential. It is a machine, not a human being—it needs power too.”

So the next time your phone hangs, don’t panic. Take a look at these causes and solutions, and make your smartphone smooth again. A small step can increase the life of your device and improve your experience.