From the beach to the boat, wherever we go to enjoy the warmer weather, our phones are usually right along for the fun—and keeping them above water can be a challenging task. According to 2021 Asurion claims data, more phone repair claims are filed for water damage between June and August than any other time of the year. Show
So, what is the best way to protect your phone from liquid damage? Asurion Experts are asked this question often while helping our 300 million (and counting) customers with all of their tech care needs. Their advice: Invest in a waterproof pouch. While some of the newest phones are considered “waterproof,” they’ll only be protected if submerged for a set period of time—to learn more, check out our guide to waterproof vs water-resistant phones. Waterproof phone pouches, like those made by CaliCase® or JOTO®, will help to keep your phone afloat. In case your device does take a plunge, here are tips for getting water out of your phone that you'll need to know. How to get water out of your phoneHere's what to do if you drop your phone in water or get it wet:
If your phone turns back on, great! Still, keep an eye on it over the next week or so, as sometimes certain features won’t work the way they used to. If you've tried these steps and still need a little help, we're right around the corner. Schedule a repair at the nearestuBreakiFix® by Asurion or Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions™ store, and our certified experts can get your device back up and running as soon as the same day. Don’t let a broken phone ruin your day When your phone stops working, your life shouldn’t have to. Head to your nearest store or schedule an appointment to get it fixed fast. Schedule a repair How can you tell if your phone has water damage?There are a few signs that can confirm water damage to your device:
Does rice fix water-damaged phones?According to Asurion Experts, putting your water-exposed device in rice may absorb some moisture. However, it may also cause other issues for your phone, such as an introduction of dust and dry starch (a rice byproduct) into your phone's cracks and crevices. Rice could also potentially become lodged in your phone's charging port or headphone jack, which can be extremely difficult to dislodge as the rice swells when exposed to liquid. Can you blow-dry a water-damaged phone?Blow-drying your phone when it's exposed to water is not recommended. While it might remove some of the surface moisture, it will do very little to remove the moisture from inside your device and the heat could do irreparable damage to your phone's internal components. How do you remove water from a charging port?Here are the steps to take to remove water from a phone's charging port:
How do you get water out of your phone speakers?Try these tips to get water out of your iPhone or Android phone speakers:
Does Asurion cover water damage?While dropping your smartphone into liquid typically voids the manufacturer’s warranty automatically—many phones have indicators that change colors when wet—that isn’t the case when it comes to your smartphone insurance policy. If your phone is covered, you can start a claim at asurion.com at any time. *The Asurion® trademarks and logos are the property of Asurion, LLC. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Asurion is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any of the respective owners of the other trademarks appearing herein.* How do you fix a phone that has been water damaged for a long time?Fill a plastic zip-top bag with silica gel packets and bury the phone in the bag. Leave your phone in the bag for 24–48 hours. After you've allowed your phone to fully dry, switch it on. If it doesn't turn on right away, charge it fully and try again.
Is it too late to repair water damaged phone?Gone. Well here's the good news. If you backed everything up - you should be okay. But more importantly, phones don't die upon immediate contact with water, meaning you can fix them even when there's significant damage.
How do you get water out of your phone after a week?Leave your phone in an airtight container full of silica gel packets (those small packets you get inside new shoes and bags), or another drying agent. These help absorb the moisture.
How long does it take for a phone to recover from water damage?In his experience, within 36 hours the chances for success are three out of four. After that it drops down to less than 50%. "But that's only if they didn't try to charge it or turn it on," he cautioned.
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