Here's why more and more people put their screen-side-to-table phones

Have you ever noticed that some people systematically place their screen phones against the table? This innocuous gesture actually hides several unknown advantages. Whether it is to protect one’s device, preserve one’s privacy or improve one’s concentration, there are good reasons to adopt this habit.

The unsuspected benefits of a phone with a screen facing a table

• Preserve scratches and liquids

Putting your phone up is exposing it to dust, crumbs and splashes of coffee or soda. A simple clumsiness may soil or damage the screen, especially if it has no protection.

By placing it face against the table, you reduce the risk of scratches and prevent liquids from reaching the touch-sensitive tile directly. Result? Less traces and a cleaner screen, longer.

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