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True, in fact, one of the sites I listed says to take the phone apart while it's still under water to dissipate any capacitance in the battery and to prevent shorts. And if you hadn't left the cell phone in your shorts this wouldn't have happened.DebbieJ said:Did you already try to turn it on? If not, DON'T DO IT!!!Take it apart and let it dry out for AT LEAST 24 hours. Good luck!
Teresa Lynn said:when my daughter dropped hers in the potty we dried it on 200 in the oven overnight works fine
babywings76 said:Well I just got back from the Verizon store. They were so nice. I was honest and told them what happened. They gave me a one time courtesy and replaced my phone for free! Yay! It was such a nice surprise! I didn't even ask, I just went in and told them what happened and they told me that's what they were going to do!
The_Kitchen_Guy said:Experience is what you gather just after you need it.
If your phone went through the wash, the first thing you should do is turn it off immediately and remove the battery (if possible). Then, use a cloth or paper towel to gently blot away any excess water. Let the phone air dry for at least 24 hours before attempting to turn it back on. If the phone still does not work, you may need to take it to a professional for repair.
While putting your phone in rice may help absorb some of the moisture, it is not a foolproof method and may not fully dry out your phone. It is best to let the phone air dry for at least 24 hours and avoid using rice as it can also potentially get stuck in the phone's ports.
No, using a hair dryer to dry your phone can potentially damage the internal components. The heat from the hair dryer can also cause the water to evaporate too quickly, leaving residue and potentially causing more damage.
If your phone is still not working after drying it out, it may have sustained water damage. Take it to a professional repair shop or contact your phone's manufacturer for further assistance.
To prevent your phone from getting damaged in the future, always make sure to check your pockets before doing laundry and never leave your phone near water or other liquids. You can also consider purchasing a waterproof case for added protection.