What to do when the iPhone falls into water? The common method that everyone knows is to rush to get a bag of rice, put the device inside it, and wait for a whole day in an attempt for the rice to save your smartphone from death. Perhaps the idea of using rice is because it is famous for its ability to absorb moisture, and even though we explained in a previous article Titled Rice is for dinner, not to dry the iPhone out of waterThis myth is not true, but some did not believe it at the time, but Apple decided to clear up the confusion and announce it frankly: rice is not suitable for drying water from the iPhone.
Rice to dry iPhone
For years, rice has been our go-to when a smartphone falls into water or other liquids, but according to experts and numerous experiments, it has been proven that rice can slow down the drying process of your iPhone and make matters worse and now it's just a myth. However, you will find a lot of skeptical users who tried this method and were able to bring their devices back to life by pure chance, but what if Apple said that rice does nothing, would you be convinced?
Good! Apple decided to clear up the confusion when it published a new support document on its official website and through it, advising its users not to put the iPhone in rice to dry it; Because this might make things worse. The company added that doing so may allow small particles of rice to damage the device, as rice absorbs water and quickly becomes sticky, which may stick to the internal parts of your phone in addition to attracting dust and dirt. All of this causes more problems and eventually damages the iPhone. The end.
Also, do not try to charge the device if it is wet, because the presence of liquids or moisture in the charging port will cause an alert to appear and ignoring the command will then lead to corrosion of the screws and threads in your phone connector, or on the charging cable, and then to problems in the connection process or permanent damage. On the iPhone.
Furthermore, Apple warned its users against drying the device via an external heat source or compressed air. Do not place a foreign item such as a piece of cotton or a paper towel inside the connector, so that things do not get worse inside.
How to dry iPhone 2024
According to Apple's new support document, there are a number of steps that must be taken to dry the iPhone when it falls into water or liquids, as follows:
- Gently press the iPhone on your hand with the connector facing down to remove liquid.
- Leave your device in a dry place with fresh air.
- After at least 30 minutes, try charging the device using a Lightning or USB-C cable, or connecting an accessory.
- If you see the alert again, it means there is still liquid in the connector or underneath the cable pins. Leave your iPhone in a dry area with some air flow for up to one day.
- You can try to charge or connect one of the accessories again during this period. It may take up to 24 hours to dry completely.
- If your phone is dry, but won't charge, disconnect the cable from the adapter, unplug the adapter from the wall outlet, and then plug it back in.
Finally, these steps from Apple are supposed to help you dry the iPhone and return it to working normally without any harm or damage. However, if your device does not work, then it will be time to buy a new one. As for rice, use it for lunch and dinner.
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What if the devices are now waterproof?
But I didn't remember those days. The first device that fell on me was put in rice and the second was put in sugar. Neither of them worked. One time someone threw me in a swimming pool and I put it in sand and it worked!
We philosophize those days! Then we look at the slip on the device to replace it with a new one!
MuhammadJassem, 😂 You did a great job with your experiments with wet appliances, but it seems that sand was a better choice than rice and sugar! 🏖️📱 Don't worry, now with Apple's improvements to the water resistance of its devices, these experiences may just become fond memories. If your device falls into water, you can follow the instructions explained in the article to dry your iPhone properly. 📱💦😌
Apple tells you that if your iPhone falls into water, go to the nearest Apple store and buy a new iPhone and dispose of the old one in the trash.
Hello Mustapha Phone 😄, you don't need to go to the nearest Apple store immediately after dropping your iPhone in water! There are steps that can be followed to save the device, as we mentioned in the article. But of course, if your iPhone is seriously bricked, it might be best to consider upgrading to a newer version. 😉💦📱
The ideal solution, as a mobile phone maintenance technician, is that if the device falls into water and does not work after these mentioned steps, go to the nearest maintenance center so that the device can be opened and the moisture removed as quickly as possible.
May God’s peace, mercy, and blessings be upon you. When the iPhone 7 was released by Apple, it was said that it was water resistant. Is this true?
May God’s peace, mercy, and blessings be upon you, Sultan Muhammad 🙏🏻 Yes, it is true, all versions of the iPhone 7 have a water resistance rating according to IP67, which means that it can withstand immersion in water to a depth of up to one meter for up to 30 minutes. But beware! This does not make the device completely waterproof, as damage may appear in the long term. Don't go and use your iPhone 7 as a mini submarine in the pool! 😄📱💦
Well, the iPhone, can we say that it makes the rice taste sweet, meaning it has the flavor of the iPhone?
Hello Fahd Abu Khashaym 😄, unfortunately the iPhone will not add a special flavor to rice, but rather it certainly adds a special flavor to our daily life! 📱🍚
Isn't the iPhone waterproof to a depth of 30 meters, as they say?
Hello Ahmed 🙋♂️, the iPhone is indeed water resistant, but not below a depth of 30 meters as you mentioned. Apple phones are certified to be water resistant to a depth of only 1 meter and for up to 30 minutes according to international standards. We must mention that water resistance is not necessarily “waterproof,” as damage may occur in certain cases. It is always preferable to stay away from water as much as possible 🚣♂️💦.
May God reward you, but you did not mention anything about using hair dryers to speed up drying. Is that correct or not? Please advise.  Like button  Dislike button
Hello Sultan Muhammad, 😊 Regarding using a hair dryer to dry the iPhone, Apple warns against using any external heat source to dry the device, because the heat may cause damage to the internal components of the phone. 📱🔥 The best way is to handle the phone with caution and leave it in a dry place where air flows. 💨👍
May the peace, mercy, and blessings of God be upon you. We are certain that rice is used for lunch and dinner only, but if your iPhone contains water, clean it with a soft, dry cloth or take it to one of the authorized mobile phone stores in order to avoid any damage.
May God’s peace, mercy, and blessings be upon you, Sultan Muhammad 🙋♂️! You are right, rice is for cooking, not for drying the iPhone! 🍚📱. Well done on your tips on dealing with a wet iPhone. We always remember that the best step is to avoid exposing the device to water as much as possible, and if this happens, the best step is to use a soft, dry cloth to clean it or go to an Apple-recognized store 🏪👍.
To speed up the drying process, put salt in a cloth and place it with the iPhone. The salt will speed up the process of drawing out moisture
Welcome Abdullah 🙋♂️, thanks for the tip! But it appears that table salt may cause more damage to electronic devices due to its corrosive properties. The key is to dry the device naturally in a dry, well-ventilated place. I always remember, if your iPhone is craving rice or salt, it is better to serve it in a plate and not as a treat! 😂📱🍚
Noor science
Sometimes it's a curse
I don't use drying with rice
It's easy
1 Rechargeable Vacuum Cleaner Turn it on
2 Install the iPhone with the vacuum cleaner underneath it and it is working
3 Wait 5 minutes, then place the iPhone under the bed to moderate the air
You can use your mouth to suck in the water by inhaling, as you will accurately trigger the spray to come out and the best result will be
Note: I have been using this method since childhood
Hello Arkan! 😄 Honestly, your method of drying the iPhone is very innovative and funny at the same time. But we must always remember that it is best to follow the official directions from Apple to avoid any damage that may occur to the device. 📱😉
Yes, we are convinced that rice is for lunch and dinner. So how can it be waterproof when it is affected by water at the same time??
Hello Sukra 🙋♂️, I think you mean the device and not the rice 😅. Well, the iPhone is designed to be water resistant to some extent, but that does not mean that it is completely impervious to water. Water may affect some of the internal components of the device if it is exposed to it for a long time or under high pressure. The iPhone contains water ingress indicators that change color when exposed to water. Don't worry, this is the physical nature of things, even the iPhone! 😄📱💦
I tried it a long time ago with Nokia and it worked fine.
Peace be upon you. In fact, I have not tried the method because I do not believe in it. How can rice dry the iPhone even though it is tightly closed?
Hello Mr. Ahmed 🙋♂️, There is no doubt that rice is delicious when cooking, but it is not so good when drying the iPhone 😅. The idea that rice absorbs moisture from the device is just a myth! On the contrary, it may cause more problems and damage. In addition, Apple itself declared this method unhealthy. Anyway, if your iPhone falls into water in the future (I hope it doesn't), follow Apple's iPhone drying steps 📱💦.