Don't Dry Your iPhone in a Bag of Rice, Warns Apple
Apple advises against drying wet iPhones in a bag of rice due to the risk of grain particles damaging the device. Users are recommended to tap out any liquid and allow the phone to dry naturally in a dry area with airflow. External heat sources, compressed air, and foreign objects should be avoided when drying a wet iPhone.
In a surprising move, Apple has advised against the popular technique of drying a wet iPhone in a bag of rice. Despite its widespread use, experts have long cautioned that this method may not be effective. Now, Apple itself has published guidance, warning users that the grains of rice could potentially damage their devices.
Instead of relying on rice, Apple recommends a different approach. Users are advised to gently tap out any liquid from the phone, with the connector facing downwards, and then allow it to dry naturally. The tech giant also cautions against using external heat sources or compressed air, such as radiators or hairdryers, as well as inserting foreign objects like cotton swabs or paper towels into the phone.
Apple suggests leaving the wet phone in a dry area with some airflow before reconnecting it to a charger. This method allows the device to dry out without the risk of potential damage. It is worth noting that the increasing sophistication of smartphones may render these precautions unnecessary in the future, as newer devices are designed to withstand water immersion.
For instance, all Apple devices from the iPhone 12 onwards are capable of withstanding immersion up to a depth of six meters for up to 30 minutes. However, with the growing popularity of the second-hand mobile market driven by cost-of-living pressures, many people may still require guidance on how to handle a water-damaged smartphone.
As the website MacWorld points out, the evolving design of smartphones may eventually eliminate the need for such precautions. Nevertheless, for now, it is crucial to follow Apple's advice to prevent any potential harm to your device.
Apple advises against drying wet iPhones in a bag of rice due to the risk of grain particles damaging the device.
Users are recommended to tap out any liquid and allow the phone to dry naturally in a dry area with airflow.
External heat sources, compressed air, and foreign objects should be avoided when drying a wet iPhone.
Source: BBC