If you own an iPhone, the least that you would want is to have it accidentally submerged in water, such as at the sink or bath tub, especially because such is not covered under the standard warranty of Apple Care plan or with any other warranty that is being offered by independent retailers.

If your iPhone accidentally gets wet, there are some things that can be done. Do not immediately fret. Many people have encountered such in the past and many have been able to try solutions that have proven to be effective. Do not fool the manufacturer or the retailer, since they will definitely know if it has been wet, because of the Liquid Submersion Indicators. These indicators turn into pink once it gets into contact with water. There is no chance that you can make up any other story to allow them to cover for the damage that has been your fault.

For a wet iPhone, one thing that you should keep in mind is that you should refrain from restarting the unit or from having it plugged to a power source. This will not work. Instead, you should look for silica gel, which is good because of its ability to absorb moisture. This substance can be found from the box of your old camera or shoes, among others. It can also be bought from a local store, specifically those that sell things that are used for arts and crafts. Daypack is an example of a store that sells silica gel.

Once you have the silica gel, store it with your iPhone inside a plastic bag that is tightly sealed. Keep it inside the bag for at least three days. This is more than enough time for the gel to absorb all the moisture from your phone. A good alternative to silica gel would be uncooked rice. However, keep in mind that the latter is just a temporary solution. Make sure to immediately look for silica gel and have it transferred in a sealed bag filled with such.

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After three days, the next thing that you should do is to have your iPhone connected to your computer. Open iTunes and use the Restore function. Through what has been mentioned earlier, apart from other practical tips that are abundant online, you will have better odds that your iPhone can still prove to be useful after it has been accidentally submerged into water.

Editor’s Note

Ida C. Evans is an experienced writer in the high tech sphere. Ida C. Evans works at an mSpy company developing cell phone tracking software. You can send an email here.