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Water Inside Screen of iPhone (What to Do)

As an iPhone owner, I was recently frustrated to find water inside my screen! After doing some research and testing, I wanted to share what I discovered. In this blog post, I will be discussing what to do when you find yourself in this unpleasant situation and the various solutions that I have come across. Hopefully, by sharing my experience, I can help other iPhone owners who find themselves in the same situation.

While water exposure might seem harmless, it can escalate to liquid damage if not fixed immediately.

ActionDescriptionSolution
Turn iPhone OffPrevent electricity shorts that may damage the hardware of your iPhone by turning it off.Press and hold the Power button along with the Volume Up button until the Apple logo appears.
Submerge in RiceUncooked rice can draw water out of your iPhone and speed up the drying process, avoiding moisture-induced corrosion.Submerge your iPhone in a ziplock bag or bowl of uncooked rice and leave it for 48 hours.
Use Silica GelSilica gel is highly absorbent and can quickly dry off moisture, making it more effective than rice.Put your iPhone in an airtight container with silica gel packets for at least 48 hours.
Air-dry Your PhoneA simple solution to dry your iPhone is to let it air-dry on a warm space like a windowsill.Place your iPhone on a paper towel in a warm space for 24-48 hours.
Use a Microfiber TowelDry your iPhone gently with a microfiber towel, dabbing every nook and cranny without swiping or rubbing.Gently dab your iPhone with a microfiber towel until it’s completely dry.
Dry With a FanAn electric fan can help dry your iPhone by blowing air into the device.Prop your iPhone against a flat surface, position a fan to blow air into it, and leave it overnight or for a day or two.
Dehumidify Your PhoneA dehumidifier can help draw out moisture from the air and dry your iPhone.Place your iPhone next to a dehumidifier for at least 48 hours.
Vacuum Your PhoneUse a vacuum cleaner to get water out of your iPhone by sucking in air.Use your hand as a suction cup around the end of the vacuum hose and draw out moisture from the iPhone’s ports.
Contact ProfessionalsIf you’re unsure about fixing your iPhone on your own, seeking help from repair professionals is the best option.Visit the nearest Apple Store or schedule an appointment with Apple Support.

Water Inside Screen iPhone (What to Do)

Generally, high-tech devices like an iPhone are certified with Ingress Protection or IP rating. This means that your iPhone is protected from foreign components like water or moisture. For instance, an iPhone with an IP67 rating can withstand a 30-minute exposure to one meter of water.

However, even when your device is water-resistant, there could still be retaining moisture after it’s been exposed to water.

Here’s how you can get moisture or water out of your iPhone:

  1. Turn Your iPhone Off

If there’s any indication that your iPhone has been exposed to water, the first thing that you need to do is turn it off. Press and hold the Power button along with the Volume Up button. Wait until you see the Apple logo appear on the screen.

This way, you can prevent electricity shorts that may damage the hardware of your iPhone.

  1. Submerge in Uncooked Rice

Submerge your iPhone into a ziplock bag or a bowl of uncooked rice and leave it for 48 hours.

Rice method can draw the water out of the iPhone and speed up the drying process. Also, it can avoid moisture-induced corrosion

  1. Use Silica Gel

Silica gel can be more effective than rice as it’s highly absorbent. It quickly dries off moisture, so it can be a great method to dry out your device. Put the iPhone in an airtight container together with silica gel packets.

Like the rice method, you must allow the iPhone to completely dry out for at least 48 hours.

  1. Air-dry Your Phone

The simplest solution you can try is letting your iPhone air-dry. Just find a warm space like the windowsill to dry your phone, place a paper towel on the surface and put your iPhone on top. Make sure that the area doesn’t get too hot because a higher temperature may cause your phone to overheat and eventually lead to further damage.

This method takes at least 24-48 hours, so you mustn’t turn your iPhone back on before then.

  1. Use a Microfiber Towel

Another easy method is drying your iPhone with a microfiber towel. However, don’t swipe or rub your iPhone with the towel, as it might cause liquid to seep into the sensitive hardware of the device.

Instead, gently dab every nook and cranny of your phone like the headphone jack and charging port. Keep dabbing until the areas are completely dry.

You can also use a toothpick if you’re having a hard time cleaning the ports. Wrap a thin layer of cotton fabric around the tip of the toothpick, and insert it gently into the port. Don’t twist or twirl as it might push liquid further inside.

Just hold the toothpick steady and let it absorb moisture.

Read more: Should you turn off your iPhone while charging it?

  1. Dry Your Phone With a Fan

Prop your iPhone against a flat surface and place a napkin or paper towel underneath the plug-in ports. This way, the water inside the device can ooze out instead of pooling inside.

Then, position an electric fan to blow air into the device. Leave it overnight to dry, or you can give it a day or two.

  1. Dehumidify Your Phone

As the name implies, a dehumidifier reduces humidity. It draws out moisture from the air and can help you dry your iPhone. Just place the device next to a dehumidifier. 

Moreover, give the appliance at least 48 hours to do its magic.

  1. Vacuum Your Phone

The main function of a vacuum cleaner is to collect dust and dirt by sucking in air. Therefore, you can use it to get water out of your iPhone. You’ll just need your hand to serve as a suction cup around the end of the vacuum hose.

But first, you have to rid yourself of static electricity to avoid electric shock. To do so, touch any furniture or appliance that’s made of metal, like a metal table.

Afterward, you may start drawing out moisture from any of your iPhone’s plug-in ports.

  1. Reach Out to Repair Professionals

Sometimes, leaving the matter to the hands of the experts is your best resort. 

Go to the nearest Apple Store and have them look at the device. Or you may schedule an appointment at Apple Support.

Wrap Up

Read more: What happens if you don’t update an iPhone?

There you have it! Your easy guide for when your iPhone has had water exposure. Now, you’ll know what to do if there’s water inside the screen of your iPhone. 

You can either dry it out using uncooked rice, fan, silica gel, microfiber towel, dehumidifier, or vacuum cleaner. 

However, if you think that you should leave it to the professionals, you can reach out to Apple technicians.