Apple: Don't Use Rice to Dry Wet iPhones - Air Dry Instead
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Apple now advises against putting a wet iPhone in rice to dry it, as rice particles could damage the device.
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Apple has a new liquid detection feature that sends an alert if your iPhone gets wet, advising you to wait before charging.
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To dry a wet iPhone, Apple recommends tapping it gently to remove excess liquid, leaving it in a dry area with airflow for at least 30 minutes.
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Other tech companies like Samsung also recommend air drying phones that get wet, not using heat, and bringing to a repair center if needed.
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Tech insurer Asurion advises turning off and disassembling a wet device, dab drying it, avoiding heat, and contacting them for possible repairs.