Apple Says Stop Putting , Wet iPhones in Rice.<br />For years, smartphone users have relied on the <br />rice soaking hack to save their drenched devices.<br />The theory is that the dry rice <br />draws moisture from the phone.<br />But Apple is now officially advising people against this tactic, Gizmodo reports. .<br />The tech company says that doing so can <br />"allow small particles of rice to damage your iPhone.".<br />Apple also advised against other <br />hacks such as external heat sources or <br />drying the connector with a cotton swab.<br />Apple also advised against other <br />hacks such as external heat sources or <br />drying the connector with a cotton swab.<br />Instead, the company recommends leaving your device unplugged and gently tapping it with your hand, connector side down.<br />Leave your phone in a dry place with airflow and try charging again after 30 minutes.<br />If you see an alert, there is still liquid in your phone and you should repeat the process.<br />If your phone is dry but still won't charge, <br />unplug the charger from the adapter and your <br />wall, reconnect them and try again, Apple says.
