Introduction

Water is one of life’s necessities. But itt can also be one of your worst enemies when it comes to electronic devices. It seeps in and wreaks havoc with your phone. The good news is — you CAN save the day!

If you’ve ever dropped your phone in water, you know the panic that sets in. You may have even tried to turn it on to see if you could save it. If the phone is still wet, don’t try to turn it on! The best thing to do is dry it out as quickly as possible. One way to do this is by using rice. Rice is a great way to absorb moisture and can help dry out your wet phone.

In this blog post, we will teach you how to use rice to dry out your wet phone!

Put Your Phone In A Container Of Uncooked Rice And Leave It There For 48 Hours

Remove your phone and turn it back on again. If you’re lucky, it should work just fine.

If your phone doesn’t work, try to clean the inside of it with a cloth or paper towel and leave it again in rice for up to two more days.

If you’re still having problems with your phone, bring it back in for service!

The rice will absorb any excess moisture inside the phone’s circuitry, allowing you to dry out your wet phone fast! This works best if you’ve removed the battery from the phone as soon as possible after dropping it in water. Watch the video below to see how to use rice to dry out your wet phone!

If Your Phone Is Still Wet After Using Rice

Use compressed air to blow through the ports on your phone (the headphone jack and charge port) and around its buttons – be careful not to blow into the microphone or speaker holes! This will help push out water that may still be inside your device; this process should only take about 3 minutes. 

If your phone has no water damage but has been dropped in the rain or wet, it’s not a bad idea to use rice anyway. Dry it out with a hair dryer. This is an easy way to dry the inside of your phone and clean the buttons before turning it on.

A few things to keep in mind:  No matter what you decide to do, never turn on a wet phone! It could cause permanent damage to the battery and circuitry and give you no results in the long run.

After 48 Hours, Take Your Phone Out Of The Rice And Try Turning It On

If it still doesn’t turn on, try charging it and turning it on again. If you’re able to turn your wet phone back on again, you may be successful in resurrecting it. If the phone is still not working, you’ll need to bring it in for service.  

If Your Phone Still Doesn’t Turn On, You May Need To Take It To A Professional For Repairs

If your phone is still wet after using rice, it will likely need to be serviced. It’s a good idea to use a phone cover in the future. This will help prevent water damage to your precious devices! Your phone may have gotten wet with water damage and needs professional repairs. 

You must bring it for service from your local cell phone repair store. 

In Most Cases, Using Rice Will Help Soak Up The Water And Dry Out Your Phone

If your phone is still wet after using rice, you have one more option. You can try putting rice on a paper towel and running it over the contacts of your phone. This will help soak up any excess moisture and dry out your phone. Once the rice has dried, simply remove it from the hole in which it was placed and run a cotton swab inside your device to clean out any potential leftover moisture. 

If You Decide To Go Down This Path, Remember To Always Be Careful With Electronics

If you decide to go down this path, remember to always be careful with electronics! They may seem harmless, but they can hurt if they’re not handled properly. 

Conclusion

The rice trick seems like a good solution. Though it helps to dry out your phone, it’s an option that may come with risks. The method is recommended for moisture-related problems of the electronics in your phone such as water-damaged or moist cell phones. 

When you’re still having trouble with your phone after using this trick, take it back to your cell phone repair store as soon as possible.  It’s important that you have a professional look over your phone. This is the best way to make sure your phone is working properly and to help prevent any long-term damage.