What to do if your iPhone got wet!

Of course you take your smartphone with you everywhere, but what if it falls into the bath, for example? We know what to do if your iPhone got wet.

You are shocked of course. Your expensive and beloved iPhone getting wet. Due to a heavy rain shower or accidentally dropped in the pool. There are some handy steps to avoid having to look for a new smartphone.

To do with an iPhone that is wet

The most important thing is to turn off your phone immediately. Don’t wait, don’t hesitate, do it right. Also, don’t be tempted to charge the device. That is disastrous if the water has really reached the most important components.

Then go through the following steps.

1. Rinse it off

Try to get the water off. Do this with a dry cloth. If you were quite drunk and a glass of beer fell over it, rinse it off with some water. Only in the area where your phone got damp. Not the whole. It’s also important to note here that some iPhones are water-resistant, so if you have an iPhone 7 or newer, you’ll have better luck.

2. Dry it off

Then dry immediately. Apple Support recommends that you wipe your phone with a “soft, lint-free cloth”. A lens cleaner is probably one of your best options here. Also, avoid using other cloths, such as paper towels or napkins, to wipe your phone. This can cause pieces to stick.

3. Remove the SIM card

Open the SIM tray by finding and ejecting it on your phone with a small (but dull) tip, such as a paper clip. Also, make sure your iPhone is as dry as possible before opening the tray. Otherwise, water will still get in here.

4. Drain the water

Then gently tap your phone against your hand. Apple Support recommends doing this with the Lightning connector facing down. This will help remove excess fluid. Check if there are still drops coming out. If yes, repeat step 2.

5. Let it rest and add airflow

Now let your iPhone dry. If you can blow some cool air out of a fan, and if the air flows into the Lightning connector, that will probably help you. Do not use warm air from an external heat source. Still applies: do not charge! Apple says you should wait at least five hours.

7. Rice? Silica packs?

Some sites suggest Others drying methods, such as putting your iPhone in a bag of uncooked rice, putting it in a plastic bag with silica bags, or even using a hearing aid dryer for a few hours. If you’re desperate or if your phone has taken a long bath, you may want to try this.