Smart Phone Rentals - All You Need To Know When Hiring A Mobile Phone

Planning Your Smart Phone Rental

It is easy to become a little overwhelmed by the sheer wealth of smart phones available to rent, particularly if you are not technologically savvy. Ultimately, the handset you choose should depend on your lifestyle and you will need to consider what you will be using it for. A few important factors to consider include:

• The usability of the phone – is it similar to models you have used in the past and become accustomed to.

• Whether the smartphone is an Android or iPhone model

• The cost of the rental

• The amount of storage space available

• The screen size – important if you intend to watch movies or videos on your smartphone

• The display quality of the smartphone

• Camera quality – you will need to opt for a high-quality camera if you are an avid photographer

• The speed of the processor

• Battery life
  
  Ultimately, the most significant decision you need make when assessing rent-to-own mobile phones is what class of device you need. In other words, you will need to think about whether you need and/or can afford a top-end, mid-range or budget model. Fortunately, you can rest assured that you are getting a good deal with Mr Rental smartphones. Our deals start from only $11 per week* for a budget model, whilst premium options start from a (still very reasonable) $32.50 per week*.
  
  If you are a consistent smartphone user and enjoy taking photos of friends and family, playing games, listening to music and podcasts, streaming your favourite boxsets, and storing important files on your device, we recommend opting for the most premium model that you can afford. The more sophisticated the phone, the more efficiently you will be able to switch between apps and the better the overall usability.
  
  If you only use your smartphone from time to time and would simply like your device to provide key functions such as basic social media apps, communication channels including text, call and WhatsApp, and basic streaming functions, then a mid-range device will suffice. What’s more, it will only cost around half as much money as a premium product.
  
  Finally, if your budget is very tight, there are plenty of budget rent-to-own smartphones available that will still provide basic communication functions, allowing you to conduct all the relevant tasks you need for your work and social life.
  
  Here are a few examples of the three rental tiers to help you make your decision.

These two models represent Mr Rental’s recommended top-end options. Their differences and similarities include:

• Battery life: The Galaxy S10 claims to offer battery life that lasts all day, whilst the iPhone 11 apparently offers upwards of 15 hours of internet use. Whilst these are both fairly ambiguous claims, they demonstrate that both offer a decent level of battery life that even heavy phone users should be happy with. What’s more, both devices can be charged wirelessly with a charging pad.

• RAM: The iPhone comes with 4GB of RAM, whilst the Galaxy S10 offers an impressive 8GB. In this way, the latter should offer quicker and more efficient performance levels.

• Camera: The iPhone 11 is a great choice for photographers, offering a dual rear system, wide-angle shots, optimised night mode, and 12-megapixel quality. The Galaxy S10 is also, impressive, however, offering an ultra-wide lens and a 16-megapixel camera.

• Storage: Starting storage for the Galaxy S10 and the iPhone 11 comes in at 128 GB and 64 GB respectively.

• Price: With Mr Rental, the Galaxy S10 is slightly cheaper than the iPhone 11, coming in at $30.50 per week* and $32.90 per week* respectively.

These models represent a couple of Mr Rental’s best mid-range options. Their differences and similarities include:

• Display: The iPhone SE comes with an HD retina display that comes in at 4.8”, whilst the Samsung Galaxy A51 boasts a sharper PPI display that comes in at a much larger 6.5”, great for movie watchers and artists.

• Performance: The iPhone SE offers slightly better performance in this instance thanks to its A13 Bionic processor offering fast responsiveness and excellent camera quality. The Galaxy’s Exynos 9611 is still a relatively good processor for a mid-range device, however.

• Battery life: The Galaxy A51 boasts a much larger battery than the iPhone, standing in at 4,000 mAh compared to the latter’s 1,821 mAh.

• Camera: Both devices offer decent cameras. The iPhone SE offers a 7MP front camera and a 12MP rear camera, whilst the Galaxy A51 features a quad-lens camera offering a 32MP front camera and a 12 MP rear camera.

• Price: With Mr Rental, the Galaxy A51 is priced at $15.40 per week*, whilst the iPhone SE  costs a little more at $19.90 per week*.
  

We recommend the Samsung Galaxy A21 as one of the best budget smartphones on the market. Coming in at only $11 per week* with Mr Rental, this phone features:

• Four great cameras including a 48MP main camera, a macro lens for close-up shots, and an ultra-wide lens.

• A 5,000mAh battery, offering fast charging and battery life that lasts all day.

• 32GB of built-in memory.

• A built-in fingerprint security scanner to keep your information safe.

It is important to note that Samsung Galaxy phones run on an Android operating system and offer apps from Google Play whilst iPhones run on the iOS operating system and offer apps from the Apple App Store. The differences between operating systems are fairly stark and may affect your rental choices.

Generally speaking, Android is considered a more open platform that allows broader access to the phone’s programmes and files. For this reason, many IT professional tend to recommend Android smart phones to those who would benefit from the less restricted access.

Android is also very easy to use and offers an excellent voice-operated search software known as Google Assistant. Despite not being as well known for their great photography capabilities compared to iPhones, most Android devices still include very good cameras. for those who are unsure about which operating system to opt for.

However, iOS still offers a range of advantages despite being a closed platform. Perhaps most notable is its very attractive and easy-to-use interface and superior display and camera qualities. There are also many diehard Apple fans who prefer the system for its ability to integrate and sync up with other Apple devices such as Macbooks, smartwatches and iMacs. If you are looking to rent a smartwatch or new computer, it is worth noting that Mr Rental also leases out Apple Watches, Macbooks and iMacs.

Unless you are one of the least clumsy people on the planet, it is highly likely that you have damaged your smartphone at some point. Don’t worry – we’ve all been there.

As anyone who has damaged an Apple product will know, the company does not hold back when it comes to charging large sums of money to replace screens or other parts. Samsung will generally repair phones for free if they are under warranty and the damage is not the fault of the owner. However, they are known for a tendency to avoid warranty-based repairs at all costs and are likely to charge fairly high prices to fix damage caused by the user. Both companies can also be fairly slow to repair your item and return it.

With Mr Rental, you can avoid these frustrating issues. With our “Repair and Replace” service, we will take your smartphone and agree to repair or replace it as soon as possible*. If your item is being repaired, we will also provide you with a temporary replacement phone, so you have access to key services at all times. Your rental payments will continue in normal fashion throughout this period.

Mr Rental is committed to providing a range of flexible renting options across our product offerings. As well as our standard renting options, where you hand your device back at the end of your lease, we offer a special rent to own smartphone plan whereby you can keep the smartphone once your rental term has ended. This is a great way of getting your hands on a high-quality handset without having to come up with a large deposit upfront. You only need to keep up with modest, regular payments*.

Mr Rental offers a wide range of smartphone rental options to suit your home, business and budget, including:

MrFixed

MrFixed is the best choice for renters who know what smartphones they want, and for how long. MrFixed comes with a set start and end date, with regular payments to allow for easy budgeting.

MrFlex

If you’re not sure how long you’ll need your smartphones for, Mr Flex is a perfect choice. This option offers true flexibility, with no large upfront payments and the option to change or update your contract at any time.

MrShort

Need a new smartphones quickly, such as a fridge for a party? This is the option for you. With MrShort, you can rent any item from one day to four months.

MrCorp

MrCorp is tailored for business owners who need short or long-term business solutions, and some products may be tax-deductible.

MrOwn

If you really love the smart phone you’ve been renting, you can upgrade* to a MrOwn rent to own plan. This way, you’ll keep the item at the end of your rental term. It’s the best way to get the smartphones you need on a budget.

Mr Rental also offers smartphone rental options for the office and the Australian Defence Force. There’s no denying it - renting works for everybody, no matter your lifestyle or personal circumstances.

For more information about our rental plans, contact Mr Rental today.

With free delivery available, as well as thorough complimentary testing, there’s no reason not to rent with Mr Rental today. As a bonus, Mr Rental offers a happiness guarantee, so you’ll always have access to product swaps, repairs or replacements and anytime upgrades*.

Applying is a simple 3-step process - call Mr Rental, answer some credit check questions, and wait for approval. It’s that easy! So contact Mr Rental today - the friendly team will happily answer any questions you may have.

Feel free to contact Mr Rental on 1800 880 778 from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM - the friendly team will happily help find the right rental plan to suit your needs.

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