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Question

iphone-nothing works to remove dampness inside phone

Aug 23, 2015 11:11AM PDT

I have tried everything suggested plus other thing after getting my iphone wet while camping weeks ago. Phone still works perfectly, but I keep it in airplane mode most of time, and use it sparingly.
Verizon store told me shadows and spots of light inside screen are water inside. I have recharged battery once. Tried rice for 2 weeks, sometimes in windowsill in sun; no change, put on top of tuner that heats slightly overnight, latest is to put phone in large box sitting on top of small box with hairdryer on low blowing towards phone (makes warm air swirl around phone). Can only leave on for 8 to 10 min at a time; no change in shadows and spots of light. What do you think I should do?

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I would think
Aug 23, 2015 11:19AM PDT
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Beyond my talent
Aug 23, 2015 1:55PM PDT

Hi Thanks for link, interesting. I could take it apart, but back together, no.

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Sim card out
Aug 23, 2015 1:59PM PDT

My phone is a 5c. I took out sim card and hopefully now moisture will come out. Thank you. will keep you posted,.

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Usually I try...
Aug 25, 2015 10:51AM PDT

Open the case and place by sunny window. If too sunny, then draw the curtain or reduce direct sunlight. The warmth by a window will greatly dry-out any electronic device. I do suggest you remove any battery or cover to allow greater access. Also, refrain or flat out don't use the device or phone for several days or as required. You could also place in good bag with string/rope and twirl it as best as possible to force any water or induce droplets from dampness, then do the above after wiping any immediate exposed areas. You could also use "descendant packs" in a sealable container(small as possible) as the final text. good luck -----Willy Happy

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Power
Aug 25, 2015 10:41AM PDT

The biggest problem is when power gets across the circuit paths.
If you ever get any electronic device wet, first thing to do is pull the battery while the device in on. This lets most of the power stored internally to dissipate and reduces the process of electrolysis and shorts across the internal components.
Just keep it 105-120F for a few days. It will eventually dry out.