Don't use rice to save your wet phone anymore.

For years, rice has been hailed as the ultimate solution for a phone that has taken an unexpected dip in water. It was the go-to remedy for anyone facing the dreaded situation of a wet phone. However, thanks to a new tip from Apple, this long-trusted hack has been rendered obsolete.

The trick was to simply put the wet phone in a bag of rice, and let the rice absorb the water, bringing the phone back to its normal state. But as it turns out, this popular hack could actually do more harm than good to your mobile device. Apple has now warned against using this method, stating that it could cause damage to your precious iPhone.

In fact, if your iPhone gets wet, a new feature will send an alert to warn you about the moisture and advise you to wait before charging it. You may be tempted to use the rice trick, but Apple has explicitly stated, "Don't put your iPhone in a bag of rice." According to them, even the tiniest particles of rice could potentially cause harm to your device. They have also cautioned against using any external heat source or compressed air to dry your phone, as well as inserting foreign objects like cotton swabs or paper towels into the charging port.

But what should you do if your phone does get wet? Apple recommends gently tapping your iPhone against your hand to remove any excess water, making sure that the charging port is facing downwards. After that, the next step is to leave your phone in a dry area with some airflow. After about half an hour, repeat the process. If the alert still appears, leave your phone in a dry area for up to a day to ensure that it dries out completely.

Some may wonder if there are other methods to dry a wet phone. According to BBC Focus, using pure alcohol might be a better option. They explain, "Rice may draw out the moisture, but that doesn't guarantee that your phone will work properly afterwards. The water could have already damaged the circuits or left behind minerals that could corrode the electronics. Additionally, rice particles may get stuck in the headphone socket." Soaking the phone in pure alcohol is said to help remove water and any mineral deposits that may have been left behind. However, it is important to handle pure alcohol with care as it is highly flammable.

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