What happens if you charge a water damaged iPhone?

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Level 1

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What happens if you charge a water damaged iPhone?

I am just curious to know what happens if you charge say an iPhone 4S after it was just water damaged. I just want to know if it is safe to charge or if it will blow up or something. If it stopped working, that is fine I have warranty that covers this, but I just want to make sure that the phone does not blow up or set a short circuit and set something on fire. I do not want to take any risks or anything. It is an iPhone 4S running iOS 9.3.5, it has 32GB of sotrage, and an 32 bit A5 chip. Please let me know if it is safe to charge or not, and if it is safe to charge or not whilst there is still water in the phone.

iPhone 4S, iOS 9.3.5

Posted on Nov 14, 2016 6:57 PM

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Answer 1

Jonathan UK

Level 10

164,015 points

Nov 15, 2016 1:59 AM in response to Abherone

Hi

Do not try to turn on, use or charge your iPhone whilst moisture may be present.

Contact Apple Support (mail-in service may be available) or make a Genius Bar reservation to have your iPhone checked and to establish your available service options, timescales and cost.

More information:

Liquid damage to iPhone or iPod isn't covered by warranty - Apple Support

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Answer 2

Courcoul

Level 6

18,720 points

Nov 16, 2016 9:30 AM in response to Abherone

Plugging any wet electronic device to a live power supply will only cause yet more damage, and the damage may even extend to the source of the power as well. Not a good idea.

If you must power it up before chucking it for a replacement (i.e., get a backup), get it dried out first then pray for the best.

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Answer 3

Csound1

Level 9

60,063 points

Nov 14, 2016 7:01 PM in response to Abherone

Water and electricity don't get on very well, don't connect it to the ac supply while there is water still inside it.

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