Your iPhone fell in water and you immediately ran to fill a container with rice to put it in? Well, this technique may be more harmful than you think, according to Apple.
The idea behind the “hack” is that the rice would be able to absorb the water inside the device. But, according to Apple, this technique is not only ineffective but also harmful to the device.
Besides being useless, it can cause small grains or tiny particles of rice to enter the device’s ports, damaging internal components and causing even greater damage to the phone.
When the iPhone detects water, it displays an alert informing the user that the device is wet, advising to unplug the charger and wait until the phone is dry before continuing to charge.
Apple also warns users to avoid plugging in the charger or inserting objects like cotton swabs or napkins to try to dry the connector. Heat sources such as hair dryers should also be avoided.
So, what should you do? The manufacturer recommends tapping the iPhone several times on the palm of your hand with the charging port facing downward. This is the most effective way to remove excess liquid, according to Apple.
However, it is still ideal to leave the phone in a dry, ventilated environment for about 30 minutes. If after this time the iPhone still shows moisture, leave it there for at least 24 hours.
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