Apple and Samsung Advise Against Using Rice to Dry Wet Smartphones

Tech giants recommend alternative methods for drying smartphones after water exposure, cautioning against common rice drying technique.

Apple and Samsung issue advisories against using rice to dry wet smartphones, highlighting potential damage to internal components.
Apple suggests tapping the iPhone against your hand to remove water and leaving it in a dry area, while Samsung recommends using a cotton bud for moisture removal.
Both companies advise against using hair dryers, compressed air, or placing the device in a freezer to dry.
Silica gel is recommended as a more effective drying agent than rice for absorbing moisture from wet smartphones.
Despite water resistance ratings, smartphones are not waterproof, and care should be taken to prevent water damage.