Discover how to effectively use vibration to get water out of your phone’s charging port. Follow these simple steps to prevent potential damage to your device.
Your phone is wet! What should you do? The safest way to remove water from the charging port is to turn off your phone and allow it to air dry completely. While getting your phone wet can be scary, many modern smartphones are now waterproof. However, even if your phone is waterproof, you will still need to completely dry the charging port and other components before turning on or charging your phone. This wikiHow article will teach you the safest ways to remove water from your Android or iPhone charging port and protect your phone from water damage.
Vibration to Get Water Out of Phone Charging Port.
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Turn off your phone immediately and wipe it with a lint-free cloth.
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Allow the charger to air dry in a well-ventilated area for at least 5 hours.
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To remove excess water from your phone, gently tap it against your hand with the charging port facing down to allow water to drain out.
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Avoid using rice to speed up the process. Instead, place your phone in a room with a fan and/or place silica packets near the charger.
1. Turn off your phone immediately.
No matter how waterproof your phone is, if it gets wet, turn it off immediately. Don’t be tempted to turn your phone back on until you’ve completely dried the charging port, headphone jack, and other components. If you have anything connected to your phone when the charger gets wet, like a charging cable or battery extension case, remove that, too. If your entire phone is wet (not just the charging port), remove the SIM tray, SIM card, and any external memory cards. If you’re using an Android with a removable battery, remove that, too.
2. Wipe away any visible moisture with a lint-free towe
Wipe down all parts of your phone or tablet with a clean, dry, lint-free towel. Microfiber is a great material for this because it absorbs moisture well and dries quickly. Continue wiping until you’ve removed all the water you can.
3Gently tap your phone against your hand with the charging port facing down.
Make sure the charging port is facing down before you touch the phone with your hand — if the port is facing up, water may penetrate deeper into your phone. Continue tapping your phone against your hand until you are sure all excess water has drained out.
4. Let your phone air dry in a well-ventilated area
The best way to remove water from the charging port is to let it evaporate naturally. Air circulation will dry the port faster, so let your phone dry in a room with fans, a dehumidifier, or any other source of moving air.[2] If you don’t have a fan, you can also try drying the charging port near an appliance with an exhaust vent, such as behind a computer or TV.[3] Just avoid very hot air — never use a hair dryer or place your phone too close to a heater. If possible, keep the charging port facing down while your phone dries.