Screen cleaning solutions

[MacDaddyPanda]

So I recently saw Invisible Glass now has a purpose made screen cleaning product, called Screen Clean w/Hyrdogen Peroxide. I thought Hydrogen Peroxide is not something you'd want to spray or wipe onto a computer monitors. Can that damage coatings on these screens?
Invisible Glass Screen Clean w/Hydrogen Peroxide
I also see Apple released a statement saying not to use products with Hydrogen Peroxide on their products(https://www.macrumors.com/2021/07/19/apple-warns-against-hydrogen-peroxide-cleaners/). So this seems extremely contradictory since the bottle claims to be safe on all screens.

 

[kvlq]

Apple's employees are using Whoosh to clean their products in stores.

 

[canuckRus]

So I recently saw Invisible Glass now has a purpose made screen cleaning product, called Screen Clean w/Hyrdogen Peroxide. I thought Hydrogen Peroxide is not something you'd want to spray or wipe onto a computer monitors. Can that damage coatings on these screens?

Microfiber cloths the best. Whoosh not so much.

 

[Weaselboy]

Microfiber cloths the best. Whoosh not so much.

I bought Woosh and it smeared like crazy. I have found a microfibre towel dampened with nothing but a little water does the best job.

 

[bradman83]

I use two microfiber cloths and a tiny dab of standard dish soap. The first cloth I moisten just enough that it's damp but not so much that it's dripping and add a tiny bit of dish soap. Lightly wipe once, the soap will quickly break up any fingerprints or other residues, then rinse the rag, squeeze out as much water as I can and lightly wipe a second time to rinse. Then I take the second cloth to buff it dry. No streaks, perfect clean every time.

I use the same approach for the keyboard and body of my MBP, iPad and Magic Keyboard, and iPhone and the results are great. As long as you keep the rag damp but not dripping you'll be fine not having to worry about moisture.

 

[specialstyle]

Don't use chemicals. Water on microfiber. If anything a little itty bitty amount of dawn on a microfiber + wipe with water on a fresh one will keep it very nice.

 

[arcite]

A little vinegar also helps get grease off.

 

[Cabin]

I bought Woosh and it smeared like crazy. I have found a microfibre towel dampened with nothing but a little water does the best job.

Here is another vote for a Microfiber towel and a little water.

 

[rovostrov]

Been using these for years. They work great!

ZEISS Pre-Moistened Lens Cleaning Wipes, 200 Count

ZEISS pre-moistened lens wipes safely and quickly clean eyeglasses and sunglasses plus other optics like camera lenses, webcams, binoculars and microscopes. Specially formulated with a unique, gentle solution, these wipes gently and effectively remove smudges and dirt, leaving optical surfaces fr...

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[BotchQue]

Been using these for years. They work great!

ZEISS Pre-Moistened Lens Cleaning Wipes, 200 Count

ZEISS pre-moistened lens wipes safely and quickly clean eyeglasses and sunglasses plus other optics like camera lenses, webcams, binoculars and microscopes. Specially formulated with a unique, gentle solution, these wipes gently and effectively remove smudges and dirt, leaving optical surfaces fr...

www.amazon.com

"Pre-moistened" wipes always seem to dry out before I'm halfway thru the box. When I looked at these at amazoid I noticed a two-bottle spray of the same cleaner; that and a microfiber might be the way I go; thanks!

 

[rovostrov]

"Pre-moistened" wipes always seem to dry out before I'm halfway thru the box. When I looked at these at amazoid I noticed a two-bottle spray of the same cleaner; that and a microfiber might be the way I go; thanks!

I didn't know they made a spray. Haven't had any problem with them drying out but may try the spray myself. It is a little cheaper than the 200 count wipes but I think the spray might last longer. Thanks for the info!

 

[CMoore515]

I use Whoosh. Works great and any smears are easily wiped away with a dry part of the included cloth.

 

[tjirakij]

I’d be careful with that product. Hydrogen peroxide can be pretty harsh and could damage the coating on your screen. I remember reading Apple’s warning about avoiding hydrogen peroxide on their devices, and it seems like a good idea to stick with cleaners that are specifically designed for screens. I use a microfiber cloth and a cleaner made for electronics to be safe.

 

[Benz63amg]

i'm trying to find a good cleaning solution to clean the display of my 14 inch M3 Macbook Pro and i came across several places online that claim that Apple stores use a product called "Whoosh". Has this ever been confirmed by Apple and is that truly the best solution to clean the display of the macbook pro?

The product is sold on Amazon and seems to have good reviews, https://www.amazon.com/WHOOSH-Award-Wining-Screen-Cleaner-Smartphones/dp/B076HFYGLR

 

[Apple_Robert]

It is not officially approved by Apple for customer use.

 

[russell_314]

I doubt Apple would be using any branded cleaning product because that would be like an endorsement. Although I could be wrong on this because on their cleaning support article, they mention Clorox wipes so basically an endorsement 🤷‍♂️

I would stick with the Apple recommendation. The biggest thing is to make sure you use a clean or maybe new microfiber cloth. If it has any debris like sand, you’re going to be dragging that across your screen. I have one specifically for my screen and don’t use it for anything else.

Here is a quote from the Apple support article

To clean the screen on your MacBook, MacBook Pro, or MacBook Air, first shut down the computer and unplug the power adapter. Dampen a soft, lint-free cloth with water only, then use it to clean the computer's screen.

To clean hard-to-remove smudges or fingerprints on the display or exterior of your Mac, you can use a cloth moistened with a 70-percent isopropyl alcohol (IPA) solution to gently wipe the display or enclosure of your Mac laptop.

How to clean your Apple products - Apple Support

Get recommendations and guidelines for cleaning your Mac, iPad, iPhone, Apple Vision Pro, display, or peripheral device.

support.apple.com

 

[Benz63amg]

It is not officially approved by Apple for customer use.

I see, what would you suggest i use to clean the display of my 14 inch macbook pro?

 

[Apple_Robert]

I see, what would you suggest i use to clean the display of my 14 inch macbook pro?

If it is the standard glass, a very soft micro-fiber cloth dampened lightly with water works.

 

[Benz63amg]

If it is the standard glass, a very soft micro-fiber cloth dampened lightly with water works.

its the standard glass display that comes with the 14 inch M3 Macbook Pro. based on my prior experience using water and a microfiber cloth doesn't work quite well in getting oily residue off the screen which is why im looking for an alternative safe method of cleaning the display every few weeks

 

[dmccloud]

its the standard glass display that comes with the 14 inch M3 Macbook Pro. based on my prior experience using water and a microfiber cloth doesn't work quite well in getting oily residue off the screen which is why im looking for an alternative safe method of cleaning the display every few weeks

Oily residue is where the 70% IPA wipes come in handy. I use the wipes for a lot of things related to electronics, including cleaning my CPU and AIO cooler when repasting the CPU of my gaming rig. Unlike water, IPA is non-conductive, so it's even safe to use directly on motherboards.

 

[MaximTV]

I bought this one in an Apple Store in 2013:

So far, I haven't come across a better cleaning solution. It does it's job, leaves no smearing.

Unfortunately, Apple stopped selling it a few years ago, but recently I discovered that the brand who made it did bring out a nearly identical product (blue instead of green now):

It is called Techlink 511005 Anti Bacterial Screen Cleaning Kit with Cloth, and according to an eBay seller „Previously supplied exclusively to Apple shops, this is the same product!”