Although there are many waterproof devices on the market now, most smartphones still do not survive contact with liquids. Getting caught in the rain is not the worst thing that can happen, but dry and return working condition device can be used even after accidental washing or falling into a puddle or pool.
What to do if the touch phone gets wet
Before proceeding with any action, you must immediately turn off the gadget. For phones with a non-removable battery, this can be done by long pressing the lock button. Otherwise, just remove the battery - this way you will avoid a short circuit, otherwise they will not be able to restore the device even in the service center. Then follow these instructions on how to dry the gadget:
- Disassemble the device. Ideally, each part should be dried separately: remove the SIM and microSD cards. Remove covers, protective glasses and back cover. It’s not worth unscrewing everything to the screws, it will be difficult to assemble the device back, so if you have a monoblock model (with a non-separable case), stop at taking out all the inserted cards. Use screwdrivers only if you are sure that you know the gadget device well.
- Place the device with the screen up. Let gravity do its thing and allow water to accumulate at the bottom of the gadget.
- Absorb moisture with paper towels or tissues where possible. Rotate the device slightly so that the accumulated liquid flows out through the holes. At the same time, avoid sudden movements and do not shake the gadget in the hope of drying it faster, otherwise the water will again flow inside and flood hard-to-reach places.
Keep in mind that it is strictly forbidden to turn on the device immediately after you have wiped the surface. The most important and last step is drying the phone after water. Depending on which method is chosen, this will take a different amount of time.
You can dry the phone by leaving the device in the air for 3-7 days, but this is a long time and does not guarantee further operation, since radio elements are oxidized under the influence of liquid. Use an absorbent material to help draw water out of the device and dry faster.
How to dry your phone at home
An absorbent is a substance that draws and absorbs moisture. Whichever method you choose, you will need a container to hold both the product and the phone. Drying rules for each method are below:
- Put the phone in fig. This is the most famous absorbent. The fact that the phone can be dried in rice is not a myth, this tool is effective. Put the gadget without a battery and a cover in a bag with cereal for 2-3 days. Turn the device over every 12 hours.
- Use silica gel cat litter. This tool is considered an even better absorbent than rice. To dry the gadget, place it in a container with filler for 48 hours. In this case, the product must completely cover the device. Turn your smartphone over from time to time.
- Dry your phone in silicone shoe balls. Alternative option, similar in effect to the previous one. Draws out moisture in 2 days.
A tip that is relevant for all methods: check the smartphone every 6 hours and wipe moisture from its surface with paper towels. In addition, in case of severe damage, you can change the absorbent to a new one.
Can I dry my phone with a hair dryer or vacuum cleaner
To dry the elements, removing the liquid from the inside of the device, it is better to use a vacuum cleaner. To do this, put on a narrow nozzle and consistently bring it to all the holes of the gadget. Remember that after this procedure, you still need to place the device in an absorbent or leave it to dry in the air.
All the tips above are relevant both for smartphones that have been in the water, and for those that have bathed in soda, lemonade, tea and other liquids. Do not rush to wash the substances under the tap, but follow all the steps from the instructions or take the damaged device to service center- they know how to dry it thoroughly.
Repair may be needed even when the procedure was performed correctly: diagnostics will show whether the boards and radio elements have oxidized under the influence of liquid. In addition, there are times when water stains remain under the display.
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New models of smartphones for the modern user are not just a means of communication. Mobile devices that combine the functions of a phone and a computer are a status thing that emphasizes the image and impeccable reputation of its owner. But sometimes the overall style of the device is spoiled due to the appearance of cracks and scratches on the smartphone screen. Fortunately, the occurrence of such a problem can be prevented by applying a protective film to the display. But remember that with careless performance of this procedure, ugly air bubbles remain under the film. Sometimes a defect appears as a result of the settling of small dust particles on the inside of the film. In this situation, it will not be possible to eliminate it by simply re-gluing the protective accessory. The film will have to be completely replaced.
1 Bubbles on the protective film of the phone: how to remove them?
Information on how to remove air bubbles from the surface of the protective film will be relevant and useful for owners of mobile gadgets who independently stick a useful accessory on the display
2 Replacing the film on the phone - the main nuances
Replacing the protective film on the smartphone display should be done as carefully as possible and in a clean room where there is no dust. The best option for replacing the film is the bathroom. The level of humidity in it is high, so the dust does not float in the air, but settles down. Accordingly, it will not be able to get on the inner surface of the film that you attach to the display. The technique of sticking a protective accessory on the smartphone screen consists of the following steps.
3 Air got under the protective glass - how to remove it?
Remove air bubbles from under the denser protective glass in a smartphone is a little more difficult than from under a thin film. But if you want, everything is possible. To help you - advice from experienced owners mobile devices who managed to independently solve the problem of air bubbles under the protective glass.
- 1. If air has accumulated under the glass surface in the smartphone, try to "squeeze" it out by swiping a plastic card or a tight driver's license across the screen.
- 2. An ordinary needle will help you remove air bubbles under the protective glass. Carefully pass it under those areas of the coating where there is an accumulation of air. Raise the glass to release the air, and then press it back against the display surface so that air masses do not get under it.
- 3. Fishing enthusiasts can try to remove air from under the protective glass with a fishing line. Carefully slide it under the protective accessory on the screen of the smartphone and swipe it all the way until the air bubbles disappear. Then remove the fishing line, and return the glass to its place, gently pressing it.
- 4. A household hair dryer will help to fix the defect in the form of air bubbles on the smartphone screen. Experienced craftsmen claim that air bubbles will disappear if the protective glass coating is first heated with a stream of hot air from a hair dryer (removing the device 20-30 cm from the screen), and then putting the device under a book press for the night (on a flat surface, display down) . Usually in 12-14 hours all the air comes out and the bubbles disappear.
Note! You can clean the inner surface of the protective film or glass from your smartphone using a strip of adhesive tape. Stick it on the surface of the accessory, and then remove it. The adhesive element will remove dirt, small debris and dust from the film surface. After this cleaning, you can stick the protective coating back.
Useful tips for sticking a film on a phone screen at home
If you want the display surface to remain clean and without air bubbles after self-fixing the film, follow the following recommendations during work.
- 1. It is better to change the film or protective glass in a well-ventilated room with a high level of humidity. This will prevent dust from getting on the surface of the accessory.
- 2. When changing the protective glass, be extremely careful and do not press hard on it. Otherwise, you can break a fragile part.
- 3. If your hands are dirty, first wash them, and only then proceed with the procedure for gluing the film (protective glass). Otherwise, greasy, ugly marks will remain on the surface of the accessory.
- 4. If air bubbles form under the film, remove them with a medical syringe. Just slide its "nose" under the accessory and pump out the air. In fact, the syringe will act as a pump.
- 5. To remove excess dust from the film (glass), use a special Dust Remover.
So, now you know how to properly remove air bubbles from under the glass (film) on the smartphone display. If you follow the above recommendations, the film will fix on the screen evenly, without wrinkles and bubbles. The above tips will help you give your gadget a stylish and presentable look.
According to manufacturers, displays modern smartphones protected by glass, extremely resistant to scratches and damage. Gorilla glass- the most popular of these glasses, installed in most phones of medium and high price segment, but even it does not always save the display from damage. In order to ensure maximum protection most often used or shockproof glass, less often - liquid protection, like , as in the picture below.
If, as a rule, there are no problems when installing a film or Nano liquid, then certain difficulties may arise when sticking a protective glass. This is especially true for glass stickers on phones with rounded edges, the so-called 2.5D. In this case, an unglued strip often forms along the edges of the glass, which greatly spoils appearance phone. Below I will tell you how to get rid of it.
What to do if the glass is not glued around the edges
And so, you pasted the glass, and around the edges it turned out such a disgrace:
In this case, this Xiaomi phone Redmi note 4X. Let's try to fix the jambs.
I know two methods - one handicraft, if I may say so, and one industrial (I could not find a more suitable word).
#1 First way
Chinese craftsmen do not sit idly by and invent all sorts of things that make our lives easier. To solve the problem, if the glass does not stick around the edges, a special tool was created in China. It is called Border Liquid or something like that and is a transparent gel that needs to be smeared with a brush on the edge of the glass.
And a short video on how to use it all:
#2 Second way
If there is no money for a miracle remedy or you just don’t want to wait until it arrives from China, you can use improvised means.
We will need: a napkin, a thin brush and a little vegetable oil or glycerin.
Gently apply glycerin to the edge of the glass, making sure that it gets into the joint and fills the existing voids. Remove excess with a tissue when finished. The smaller the initial width of the white unglued strip, the better the final result will be.
These are the most simple ways solve the problem if the glass is not glued around the edges. Try it, unsubscribe about the results in the comments.
Some precautions when handling gadgets can not be called redundant. Even novice users are well aware that touch screen refers to the number of expensive elements, the replacement of which costs a substantial amount. Significantly increases the strength of the device special glass, protecting it with a small mechanical impact. many owners mobile phones prefer to glue the protection on their own, without contacting a service center. As a result, after such attempts, noticeable air bubbles appear that spoil the appearance of the screen. Let's talk about how to get rid of such a nuisance, what exactly can be done for this regular user without technical knowledge.
Ways to eliminate air under protective glass
Once again we warn you that we will talk about the usual procedures, there is nothing complicated about them. So, if air got under, it is recommended to take one of the following actions:
1. In a row simple cases an ordinary piece of even plastic can help. To solve the problem, a credit card or a driver's license is suitable, with which you should try to expel the bubbles that have appeared.
2. When you fail, do not despair. Get a small needle, which you will need to carefully pry off the edges of the protection. Use a needle in those places where the accumulation of air impurities is noticeable. After the air is removed, firmly press the protective element against the screen of the gadget.
3. A standard hair dryer can help. It takes a few minutes to warm up the smartphone a little. In no case do not bring the hair dryer close! The equipment should work at a distance of 25-30 cm! After the event is over, put electronic product on a flat surface under the press of several heavy books. After about 6-8 hours, only a memory will remain of the air bubbles.
4. In the presence of a large number of blisters, it is worth resorting to a more radical method. It is possible that the air under the protective glass will disappear after the complete dismantling of the protection. After that, attach a strip of adhesive tape to the glass surface, onto which all small debris will pass. Then install the glass accessory in place.
Despite the seeming simplicity, each of the procedures described above requires careful preparation. Note that the work should be carried out in an environment of maximum sterility, with a minimum presence of dust. At home, to solve this problem, it is advisable to use the bathroom - in rooms with a high level of humidity, there is much less dust. With each action, do not exert significant physical effort. The work is delicate, does not like haste, requires caution. Be sure to remove the fat from your hands, otherwise serious problems may arise.
Try to initially stick the glass correctly
In order to avoid problems, there is no need to remove bubbles under the film on the phone, try to immediately stick the protective coating correctly. Understand that it is better to do the task well initially than to try to correct the mistakes made later. We will provide useful information, which will help to avoid problems when installing a thin accessory.
Don't forget to remove greasy stains from the screen surface. Be sure to use a liquid with a high alcohol content to achieve this goal. Do not forget to wear disposable medical gloves that do not hinder movement and allow you to perform precise work. Remember that the sticky side of the accessory should never be touched. In this case, the adhesive parameters of the coating deteriorate significantly. The ideal option among professionals is the presence of a suction cup, it greatly facilitates the process of completing the task.
If you have doubts about your own abilities, take your smartphone to a specialized service. Any master is able to solve such a simple problem for a modest reward. By the way, the quality of work, in many respects, depends on what kind of glass you have purchased. Practice proves that failures occur much more often when trying to stick cheap copies. Therefore, never save on protection, purchase only expensive copies.
Today we will tell you whether a smartphone really needs a protective glass and whether it can protect the gadget when it falls. We will also tell you which glass to choose and how difficult it is to install.
The need for glass
When buying a smartphone, sellers often offer to glue a protective glass as an addition, while assuring that it is absolutely impossible without it. If the display breaks, they continue, it will be easier to buy new phone plus scratches.
They are right that the price tag for display replacement can be up to 60% of the cost of the device. But otherwise there are nuances. If the device is budget and it does not have the so-called protective tempered glass, then yes - it is better to stick protection on it, otherwise scratches cannot be avoided, and even when dropped, the glass absorbs a little.
But devices of average price category with a screen made using Gorilla Glass or Asahi technology, they do not need a piece of plastic 0.33 or even 0.22 mm thick, such a device is not afraid of scratches. Displays with Gorilla Glass are practically not scratched.
Impact on sensor performance
A persistent myth is that glass impairs sensor performance. Actually, it is not. The only thing is that there may be no oleophobic coating on the protective glass, and just a bunch of fingerprints will remain on the display, and the finger will slide worse than on a “bare” screen. The smartphone sensor may not respond well if the glass is poorly glued.
Glass or film
Glasses are a relatively recent phenomenon. At first they were popular on iPhone and Sony devices, but later the trend spread to all other models.
Of course, it is better to stick glass. Firstly, it is much easier to glue than a film, especially on a new device. Secondly, it gives, though small, but still additional protection.
But there is an important clarification here. If you have a 2.5D display with rounded edges, then a regular screen protector will not stick around the edges or cover the entire screen. Therefore, it is necessary to clarify whether the glass will accurately cover the entire screen.
Real cost
Prices for glass sometimes reach up to 2000 rubles, which is not very cheap. Is the high price justified?
Not really. There are really expensive glasses from manufacturers such as Samsung, LG, etc. They are made for curved displays, there are also glasses with colored frames to match the color of the device. Their price tag can reach up to 1000 rubles. The purchase price of simple transparent glasses from little-known manufacturers is 50-150 rubles per piece.
Which glass to choose
Present on the market great amount glasses from different manufacturers, which one to choose?
curved screen
If you have a smartphone with curved screen, then it is advisable for him to buy a special glass with a 2.5D, or 3D effect. Otherwise, it will not stick around the edges or cover not the entire screen. Moreover, the inscription “2.5D” on the glass packaging does not mean anything. It is better to ask the seller whether it is accurate to full screen or not.
colored frame
It is best to avoid glass with colored frames. If transparent glasses are glued over the entire surface, then in colored glasses there is glue only at the edges. Also, they very often have a “gasoline stain” on the screen, which cannot be eliminated .
Oleophobic coating
A good oleophobic coating prevents finger grease from remaining on the screen. The screen on such devices is always clean. For protective glass, such a coating may be worse than that of a smartphone, or completely absent. Therefore, before buying glass, it is better to move on it and see if prints remain and how easily your finger slides.
Matte or glossy
This is of course a matter of taste. In our opinion, glossy glass is better. Although it glares in the sun, but with it you do not need to twist the brightness to the maximum in order to see the image.
Thickness
In fact, it is not particularly important how thick the protective glass is - 0.22 or 0.33 millimeters, you will not notice the difference.
Installation
Many people think that there is some kind of special adhesive for installation or that it requires special equipment. In fact, there is nothing complicated in gluing, and on the packaging of glass, as a rule, there is an instruction with pictures.
1) First you need to degrease the surface of the screen and remove all rubbish from it. To do this, complete with glasses, the manufacturer puts alcohol and dry wipes.
2) After cleaning the screen, we apply the glass, after removing it from it protective layer. There is a special sticker on the glass for this.
3) Gently apply the glass to the screen so that it does not go beyond the edges. That, in fact, is all. Glass is glued on.
If it doesn't work the first time, don't worry! Glass can be picked up with something, such as a toothpick, and try to re-glue it. If rubbish has managed to get under the screen, then the glass can also be lifted and the mote removed using the adhesive side of the adhesive tape.