If
you’re like most people with an iPhone, you depend on your device for
everything from business to your social life. Your iPhone is probably an
extension of how you live, and chances are that it’s always within reach. The
idea of getting your iPhone wet might strike panic in your heart, but with iPhones
getting so much use, it’s common for this kind of damage to occur, no matter
how careful you are with your device.
If you drop your iPhone in a puddle,
knock your coffee all over the screen, or get caught in a downpour without a
cover, all is not lost. Just because your iPhone has gotten wet doesn’t mean
that you need to start shopping for a new one. Oftentimes, a skilled iPhone repair technician can get your device
back to working condition, so you can get back to normal. If your iPhone is wet
and you’re panicking about bringing it back to life, follow these steps to give
it the best chance of making it through.
Turn Off Your iPhone
The
first thing you should do if your iPhone gets wet is turn it off, even if you
think that it seems to be acting normally. When you turn it off, you reduce the
risk of electrical currents within the device interacting with water and
causing shock or spark damage to components within the device. The longer you
leave it on, the greater the risk that this kind of damage will occur. If your iPhone
is working normally after getting wet, it could be a sign that internal
components are not damaged, but leaving it on can allow that problem to happen
hours later.
Disconnect Everything Plugged into the iPhone
For
a similar reason, you should unplug anything that may be plugged into the iPhone,
including the charger and any USB drives, mice, keyboards, monitors, and other
accessories. These components can further increase the risk of damage caused by
water and electrical currents. You should disconnect them even if the iPhone is
turned off to protect both the iPhone and the accessories themselves.
Remove Your iPhone Case
Your
iPhone case can drastically reduce the amount of water that enters the internal
parts of your iPhone—some cases can even prevent any water from entering the iPhone
at all. However, a case can also trap water close to the iPhone and make it
more likely that the water will eventually enter the iPhone. When you remove
the case, you allow any water that is trapped under the case to flow out and
also create a pathway for water that is inside the iPhone to drain out and for
air to dry out wet parts of the device.
Avoid Rice and Other Drying Materials
The
first instinct that many people have when an electronic device gets wet is to
put it in rice. Contrary to popular belief, however, this technique won’t save
your device and can actually cause more harm. Skip the rice, oatmeal, cat
litter, and other drying agents that people suggest. The best way to dry out
your iPhone is to let air do the work.
Seek Repairs Right Away
If
your iPhone gets wet, take it to a qualified repair shop as soon as possible.
It’s best to get your iPhone checked out when it comes into contact with liquid
before using it again, even if you think it wasn’t significantly exposed. Keep
in mind that the repair team may ask what you spilled on the device, as some
kinds of liquids cause more damage than others.
At
Gamers Warehouse, our experienced repair team can restore your iPhone to
working condition quickly and effectively. We offer a 90-day warranty on all of
our work, and we keep most common parts in stock so we can provide fast
service. Visit our repair shop in the Tucson Mall or call (520) 347-8506 for
more information.
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