Despite the latest iPhones being able to resist water to a certain extent, it doesn’t mean they are completely immune to water damage. One common method recommended for drying a wet iPhone is to place it in rice to absorb moisture. Nonetheless, Apple has issued a warning on their support page, stating that users should not attempt to charge their device if a liquid detection alert appears on the charging port, whether Lightning or USB-C, as it could pose a safety risk. The advised course of action is to stop charging, dry the device thoroughly first, by tapping, shaking out any liquid, and letting it air dry for about 30 minutes. Repeat if the warning persists, leaving it overnight or up to 24 hours if needed. If the issue persists, contacting Apple Support for further guidance is recommended. Apple also cautions against using heat sources or compressed air to dry the device and warns against using cotton swabs or cloths inside the charging port, as well as avoiding the rice bag method as small rice particles may cause damage to the phone.
For more details, visit the Apple Support page.
Source: 9to5Mac
TLDR: Despite iPhones being water-resistant, Apple advises against charging a wet device if a liquid detection alert appears. Instead, dry the device thoroughly and contact Apple Support if issues persist. Avoid using heat sources, compressed air, cotton swabs, or the rice bag method for drying.
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