Water balloons and guns are an unavoidable part of Holi. But, your smartphone may become wet when playing Holi or taking photos or videos of loved ones during the celebrations.
This post provides tips to protect your phone from Holi’s colorful onslaught and water damage.
Wet Smartphone Recovery
A dropped water balloon or fun splash can wet your phone. If your smartphone gets wet during Holi, do this:
- Swift Action Matters: Act fast! With your phone submerged, every second counts. Remove it from the water source immediately to prevent water intrusion.
- Power down to prevent damage: Turn off your phone fast. This prevents water-induced circuit damage and shorts. Also remove the battery from older phones with removable batteries.
- Avoid Shaking: Shaking off excess water can be harmful. Shaking might push water deeper into the phone’s fragile parts, causing severe harm.
- Don’t Rub: Gently dab the phone’s exterior with a clean, soft cloth or paper towels. Rubbing may push water within.
- Air drying is best—avoid the hairdryer! The intense heat might deform parts and harm the screen. Instead, air-dry the phone in a cool, well-ventilated environment. Sunlight speeds drying too.
- Uncooked rice—a family hero! Put your phone in a bowl of raw rice. Rice absorbs phone moisture as a natural desiccant. Submerge the phone in rice for six hours, preferably overnight.
- Don’t use your phone before you’re ready. You must ensure it’s dry inside and out.
- Seeking Professional Help: If your phone still has water damage after these measures, contact a repair technician.
Holi Phone Protection: Prevention is Better than Cure
You may greatly reduce the chance of phone water damage during Holi by these precautions:
- Embrace the Ziplock Solution: Use a firm, sealed ziplock bag to waterproof your phone. This basic method protects against splashes and inadvertent immersion well.
- Moisturize Your Earphones: A film of glycerin or moisturizer on your earbuds can repel color and avoid discoloration.
- Pattern Power for Unlocking: Wet fingers may hinder fingerprint recognition. Avoid annoyance and inadvertent lockouts during Holi with a pattern or PIN unlock.
- Invest in a Waterproof Case: If you play Holi often, buy a waterproof phone case. With extensive water damage protection, these cases let you enjoy the festivities without stress.
You can keep your smartphone safe during Holi by following these tips and being cautious.
