Introduction

If you’ve ever dropped your phone in water, you know the panic that sets in. You may have even tried putting it in rice to try and save it. Rice is a popular method of drying out phones because it is absorbent. However, this technique often does more harm than good. In this blog post, we will discuss the dangers of putting your phone in rice and offer some tips for saving your phone if it gets wet.

What Is A Phone In Rice, And How Does It Work?

Putting your phone in a bowl of rice works by absorbing the moisture in the phone. When water gets into a phone, it finds its way through the ports and openings and dries out the internal components. In most cases, this will cause irreparable damage to your phone. By quickly drying out the internal components, you can usually restore functionality and save your device from dying a watery death.

The Dangers Of Phones In Rice

Rice will attract water to your phone. The water will condense on the outer edges of your device and drip down, causing corrosion. This can cause permanent damage to the connectors that allow you to charge, sync, and connect with other devices. If your phone’s logic board is short-circuited, you may find it is beyond repair and must be replaced. 

What Is The Right Way To Dry My Phone?

If you get your device wet, don’t panic. There are a few steps that you can take to try and save it. First of all, you need to get as much water out of your phone as possible. Take out any protective casing and remove the battery if you can do so without damage to the device. Dry off everything that is accessible with a towel or rag and then place your phone in a sealed bag of uncooked rice with the battery removed for at least 48 hours. This should allow time for sufficient moisture absorption and drying that will hopefully prevent further damage from occurring inside the phone’s circuitry. If you need to, you can also use a hairdryer on your phone while it is in the rice. 

If your phone has suffered any damage that is beyond repair, don’t try to save it. Instead, take the battery out and put the rice bag into a sealed plastic bag and throw it away. Once again, using a hairdryer on your device may help speed up this process. 

If you can keep your phone dry for even one week, there is a good chance that you will be able to save it.

How To Avoid Water Damage To Your Phone

The best way to avoid water damage to your phone is not to get it wet in the first place. Many people will leave their phone in a pocket while they take a shower or get wet doing something that they shouldn’t have been doing. If you have a waterproof case on your phone, it might hold up as long as you do not let the inside of the case get wet. But most cases will eventually leak and must be replaced even if they are not damaged yet. 

A good case may offer some protection against getting water in your ports, but this will still cause problems when it rains or you get caught out in high humidity. One of the best ways to protect your phone is to never leave it in a pocket where it can get wet. If you must carry it in your pocket, take it out as soon as you see that water is seeping into the middle of your pocket. 

It is important to know how long something will save your device. You may be able to dry out a wet phone using rice or direct heat to get some moisture out, but over time, the moisture will pool inside the phone’s electronics and cause further damage. If you do not want your device to suffer such repercussions, we recommend contacting us so that we can help you take care of your device and avoid water damage in the future.

A Few Tips For Keeping Your Phone Safe And Dry

1. Place the phone in a large plastic bag filled with uncooked rice. The rice will absorb most of the moisture from the inside of your device.

2. Keep your device in a plastic bag when you are not using it. Moisture will still get inside if you use it for an extended period of time, but this will make it harder to reach the internal components.

3. Carry your phone in a waterproof case as many do not hold up to prolonged water exposure and may cause water damage over time. 

4. Invest in a quality case that holds up to any moisture.

5. If you have moisture inside your phone, remove the battery and put the phone in a plastic bag filled with uncooked rice for at least 48 hours. This should be enough time for the inside of your device to dry out.

6. Do not leave your device anywhere it may get wet, especially in a pocket where water may seep through the seams.

The easiest way to dry out both devices and smartphones is to turn your phone or Android into rice! You can do this by simply putting it into a bag or container filled with uncooked rice before letting it sit overnight or longer (according to its size).

Conclusion 

As you can see, there are a variety of ways that your phone can be damaged by water. If it is not possible to dry out the device, it is best to take it to a professional repair shop and have them fix the problem. If the phone continues to act up after the repairs have been completed, you should still contact us as we can help you in getting your device fixed properly so that you avoid future problems!