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In this digital age, our iPhone is not just a mobile phone, it is an extension of our life, storing countless precious memories and important information. However, it is also a fragile animatronic sprite that is unusually sensitive to the invasion of the water element. Once we accidentally let our iPhone encounter the baptism of water, panic and helplessness often quickly fill our hearts. However, take a deep breath and stay calm, because with Apple's latest official support documentation, we can methodically take steps to save our digital partners as much as possible.
When faced with an iPhone that has entered the water, we may hear various folk remedies, the most widely circulated of which is the "rice bag method". However, Apple makes it clear in its updated support documentation that this practice is not recommended. The simple reason is that tiny grains of rice can sneak into the inside of the device, causing unpredictable damage. Therefore, we need a more scientific and safe approach to this emergency.
First of all, we want to try to avoid using external heat sources or compressed air to speed up the drying process of the iPhone. This may sound counterintuitive, but either overheating or cooling can cause additional damage to the internal components of the device. Next, we need to resist the urge to insert any foreign object into the device's interface. A cotton swab or paper towel may seem like a savior, but in reality they may push the liquid deeper into the inside of the device.
Apple's suggested approach to dealing with it is simple and practical.
1.First, we put the iPhone's connector facing down and gently tap the phone to help drain the excess liquid.
2.Then, place your iPhone in a well-ventilated and dry environment to give it enough time to dry naturally. After waiting at least 30 minutes, we can try charging it with a lightning or USB-C cable, or try to connect other accessories. If the device displays a liquid detection alert again, it means that there is still residual liquid inside the connector or under the cable pins. At this time, we need to continue to place the iPhone in a dry area with ventilation for at least a day. In this process, we can try again to charge the iPhone or connect accessories. Keep in mind that patience is key, and it can take up to 24 hours for the device to dry completely.
3.Finally, if the device is completely dry and still won't charge, we need to disconnect the cable from the adapter and unplug the adapter from the power outlet (if possible) and reconnect them.
This series of steps is designed to provide you with a rigorous, formal, and professional approach to ensure that your iPhone is properly handled after being exposed to liquids.