Depending on the amount of water in the phone, there are many ways to remove it. A microwave may burn the phone. You can try sunlight, an air-in-can, or even the microwave itself. If you can’t use these methods, you can try submerging your phone in desiccant or rice to induce dryness. You should also avoid using any chemical or electrical cleaners as they can damage the phone.
Instant oatmeal
To dry a wet cell phone, you can use instant oatmeal. Oatmeal is a great absorbent substance, and it is readily available at grocery stores. While instant oatmeal has a higher absorption rate than rolled or steel-cut oats, they leave tiny bits of oatmeal dust in the components. You can also use regular oatmeal instead of instant oatmeal. You can also use unflavored instant oatmeal, which is easily available in most grocery stores.
Alternatively, you can try other drying agents, such as crystal-based cat litter, instant rice, or synthetic desiccant packets. Rice is particularly effective because it is parboiled, making it more absorbent. Because it is so absorbent, the grains can get stuck in the seams and cracks of your phone. To get the best results, you need to rotate the phone every hour, and repeat this process as often as necessary.
Rice
To get water out of your phone, you need to be able to access the battery. This can be done by removing the phone battery. If you are unable to remove the battery, you can put the phone in rice, but be careful not to break it. Remember to use only uncooked rice, and do not use instant rice. Rice can soak up a lot of moisture, so you may have to leave your phone in it overnight.
If you are unsure whether to use instant rice or regular rolled oats, you can also place the phone in a bag of uncooked rice. You should make sure that you don’t move it around while drying, as moving it will allow the water to move inside the phone. However, if you are unable to remove water from your phone, you can try another method that does not involve rice.
Desiccant
In order to get water out of your phone, you can soak it in a bowl of uncooked rice and cover it with a plastic sheet. The rice should absorb the water from your phone over a few days.
Alternatively, you can use an alternative desiccant, such as silica gel. If rice doesn’t work, try a different one. Both methods will dry your phone and keep it safe from moisture for several days.
To get water out of your phone using desiccant, you will need to get a few packets of the stuff. Desiccants are similar to silica gel packets, which you might have found in shoe boxes, electronics, and beef jerky. They are about 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) tall and are filled with highly absorbent silica beads. You will need a few packets to dry out the phone completely, but you can also buy them in bulk online.
Silica gel
One way to extract water from your smartphone is to use a packet of Silica gel. This substance is a desiccant, which means that it absorbs moisture from the air around it. It is commonly shipped with food products. However, if you accidentally put it inside your phone, you could do further damage. To keep your phone working, you need to let it dry completely for at least two days. If it is not completely dry, you should not try turning it on, as you might end up causing further damage.
If you don’t have any silica gel, you can buy one online. To use this gel, open the packaging and take out the silica gel packet. Place the packet in a Ziploc bag or other airtight container. Leave the bag in a warm place for at least 24 hours. Once the gel has been absorbed, remove the bag. The phone should be completely dry in the meantime.