As smartphone owners, we try to do our very best to keep our precious devices out of harm’s way. From a tumble down a flight of stairs to an accidental plunge in some water, there are a lot of things out there that could seriously damage your smartphone. Of course, you can fix the first situation by putting on a case. But if you happen to face the latter situation, most people will be quick to tell you to put your phone in a bag or bowl of uncooked rice.
People believe that the raw rice grains will help absorb any remaining moisture when in contact with your wet or damp phone. But Apple, the makers of the iPhone you’re probably using right now (please don’t kecam if you’re using an Android), warns that this could actually do more damage to your precious device.
No rice, please
In a recently published support document, Apple outlines the things you…