Phone was dropped into a cup with some water in it on tuesday. The phone was turned off immediately after this happened. Since tuesday the iphone has been in a bowl of rice with a fan blowing on it and later sitting on the TV for warmth. It is now saturday. Does anyone know from first hand experience if this is enough time? Should I attempt to open the phone to air it out even more?
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When should I attempt turning on a water damaged phone?
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That's probably enough time (although you can't do it too long). So, it's either going to work or not.
FYI, it's better to put it in a bag with rice. Also, you shouldn't apply any heat.
FYI, it's better to put it in a bag with rice. Also, you shouldn't apply any heat.
Why a bag vs. a bowl?
Its tupperware, I assumed letting it breathe would be better than sealing it.
Its tupperware, I assumed letting it breathe would be better than sealing it.
The sealed bags lets the rice absorb the moisture. Keep us posted on how it goes. You may have to charge it. If not then off the to apple store. 