Should you put a wet iPhone in a container of rice?

A common "folk remedy" shared among users when they accidentally drop their iPhone into a sink, pool, or toilet is to dry the phone and then put it in a container of rice to absorb the moisture.

To clarify this, Apple has officially warned users against doing so, as it could do more harm than good to their iPhones.

"Don't put your iPhone in a bag of rice. Doing so could cause the tiny grains of rice to damage your iPhone," – The Verge quotes Apple's warning.

Apple advises against putting a wet iPhone in a container of rice. Photo: Arthit Pornpikanet

Experts say rice can prevent moisture from damaging some products, but it doesn't have the magical ability to absorb moisture from electronics.

"When an iPhone gets wet, users should not dry the phone with a hairdryer or external heat source, nor should they insert foreign objects such as cotton swabs or tissue paper into the charging port. In particular, users should not attempt to charge the phone while it is wet," Apple further noted.

Instead of the methods above, Apple advises users to turn off the phone, place it face down or upright to remove excess liquid, and then place it in a dry place with a gentle breeze. After at least 30 minutes, try charging it using a Lightning or USB-C cable.

If you notice any remaining liquid in the connector or under the cable, continue to place the device in a dry, well-ventilated area for "up to one day" and then plug it back in to charge.

If the phone is dry but still won't charge, try unplugging the cable and reconnecting it. If none of the above methods work, you should contact Apple support for assistance.

Source: https://nld.com.vn/co-nen-bo-iphone-uot-vao-thung-gao-196240221192928139.htm