I inadvertently put my iPhone in the washing machine

I was washing sheets and put my iPhone 14 in the washing machine with the sheets. The washer filled up with water and started washing, then I realized what I had done.

it is still working. I dried it off right away . Should I put in rice?

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Posted on Jan 6, 2024 11:13 AM

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Posted on Jan 6, 2024 11:29 AM

Should I put in rice?


No. Tiny rice particles get into the ports and other openings and expand, clogging everything up.


Power off the phone and give it at least a full day before you try to use it again.


Good luck.

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