Accidentally getting water inside a phone’s speaker can cause muffled audio and potentially severe damage. Fortunately, there are several methods to remove water from a phone’s speaker.
Before attempting to remove water, it’s essential to power off the smartphone and consider using a vacuum cleaner to aid in evaporation. iPhone users can download the Sonic app or add the Water Eject shortcut to help. A warning is issued that water damage voids most phone warranties, and improper drying methods can cause irreversible damage.
Several methods can safely and effectively remove water from a phone’s speaker. One option is to visit the Water Eject website on the phone’s browser, turn the volume all the way up, and lay the phone on a flat surface. Tapping the large button in the middle of the screen will emit a loud, high-pitched ringing to push out water droplets. The sound should not be played for longer than 10-15 seconds.
iPhone users can also utilize the Sonic app by installing it from the App Store, turning the volume up, and laying the phone on a flat surface. Opening the app and tapping the water droplet icon will produce a high-pitched frequency to expel water. The Water Eject shortcut can be added by allowing untrusted shortcuts in the Settings, opening the link in the browser, and following the prompts in the Shortcuts app.
Other methods include using a small, low-powered vacuum cleaner around the phone’s speaker, air drying the phone on a flat surface for 24 to 48 hours, or placing the phone in a sealed bag with silica gel pouches or crystal kitty litter for 24-48 hours. It’s noted that emitting a unique sound remains the best and safest method for removing water as it actively expels liquid.
After successfully removing water from the phone’s speaker, it’s wise to perform checks by playing various audio types to ensure sound clarity and volume are restored. Backing up the device’s data is also recommended, as water exposure can lead to long-term internal corrosion or component failure.
