Summer’s coming this weekend which means lots of pool days…and (unfortunately) lots of sunken iPhones.
NBD, right?
Not exactly.
The Conversation dispelled some wet cell phone myths…here are the four biggest:
Myth #1: My phone turned back on, so it’s fine. It’s obviously a good sign, but it doesn’t always mean you’re in the clear. Any moisture inside your phone can cause corrosion and it can take days, weeks or months to see the effects.
Myth #2: But my phone is “waterproof.” No, it isn’t. Most phones now are “water resistant” but how resistant they are depends on the model. The term “waterproof” isn’t used much because phones generally AREN’T completely safe from water damage.
Myth #3: My warranty will cover it. Most out-of-the-box warranties don’t cover water damage. You have to buy an additional warranty and even those have limitations.
Myth #4: The rice hack. Don’t put your phone in a bag of rice to soak up the moisture. It doesn’t work very well and particles from the rice can get in your phone and cause even more damage. You’re better off powering down your phone, removing the battery if you can and letting it dry out overnight.
Better yet…keep the phone as far away from water as possible!
