Posted 2/19/2024, 1:07:00 PM
Apple: Don't Use Rice to Dry a Wet iPhone, It Could Cause Damage
- Don't put a wet iPhone into rice to dry it out, says new Apple support document, as rice particles could damage the phone
- Apple advises against using external heat sources or compressed air to dry out an iPhone
- Don't insert foreign objects like cotton swabs into the iPhone's connectors
- Apple recommends gently tapping the iPhone to remove excess liquid, then leaving it in a dry area with airflow for up to a day
- If the iPhone still won't charge after drying, try unplugging and replugging the cable; if that doesn't work, contact Apple support