Can Wet iPhones Be Repaired? Water Damage Services Explained
If you drop your iPhone in water, this will be a very common question that will go through your mind whether or not the device can be saved.iPhone water damage (ad) Thankfully there are multiple options for drying an iPhone and taking the correct course of method can increase recovery rate.
Initial Corrective Measures Post Water Damage
The first thing to do when the iPhone is correctly wet should turn it off moisture. Doing so can cause short circuits, making the damage worse. Power it down then take off any accessories. This includes phone cases, and, if available, the SIM card tray since open ports trap moisture. Wipe around all the buttons quickly, and then dry the exterior gently with a lint-free cloth, being mindful of openings like ports.
Common Misconceptions
Most of the user thing that putting wet the phone in rice will absorb water efficiently. But rice will add to the phone tiny particles of dust and flour from rice that in the end can complicate everything even more. The best way to dry a phone is not by using demanding equipment; instead, always use silica gel packets or let the mobile air out for two days in windy conditions.
Repair Options
If this initial drying does not work, users can try these are repair options:
Specialty Repair Services: There are several businesses that specialize in repairing water-damaged gadgets. Even worse, damage from water is a serious issue but general contractors have been trained to handle your specific situation the right way in order to eliminate as much of it as possible and save you and your home.
If you have an iPhone, there may be long list of apple repair services available for your repairs Problem:Apple does not cover water damage under warranty but may replace a cable or charge to get it repaired for more details check Apple repair services website. Repairs cost between $60 and $180, depending on the model used by the users
DIY repair kits-If you are the type that can fix just about anything, then DIY kits which come with instructions and tools for use at home might be suitable for you. But this choice is not without its dangers, and could well invalidate guarantees.
Preventative Measures
If you want to prevent a situation like this from happening in the future with your device, you may want to check out one of the many waterproof cases available or make sure you keep it at least an arm’s length away any time it could easily come into contact with liquid. It also might be worth looking into your iPhone’s water resistance rating (For all devices starting from iPhone 7), to get a good idea as to how much exposure it can handle before things actually start getting damaged2.
That said, as people that love our devices, we want to believe that if you take immediate action and are smart about your choices for repair you have a much better chance at getting your iPhone back!
