I recently dropped my second-hand iPhone 13 Pro in a public toilet that wasn't flushed, and it got some pee on it. The phone was about half submerged for a few seconds, but thankfully, it wasn't totally underwater, and nothing got into the speaker or charging port. Since I was two hours away from home, I panicked and wiped it down with tissue, then blow-dried it from a distance. I used it minimally because I needed to make a few calls, and when I got home, I cleaned it with anti-bacterial wipes. I also charged it, but there haven't been any overheating issues or glitches; Face ID works fine. Now, I've backed it up, turned it off, switched to a temporary phone, and left it upside down in a warm spot to dry since there's some moisture on the front lens. What should I do next?
2 Answers
Honestly, I would be worried about the contamination risk, but if you need to keep using it, definitely leave it off to dry for at least 24-48 hours. It's hard to say if the waterproof seal is okay, so a check-up at a repair shop could be a good idea to avoid later issues.
You've done a pretty good job so far! Just remember that since you've powered it on and everything seems fine, you'd have to wait and see if any moisture issues pop up later on. Keep an eye on it for a bit; if you notice anything unusual, then consider taking it to a repair shop to check for internal damage.
You’re right about bacteria! Regular phones harbor enough germs without accidental toilet dips. I think it might not be as dirty as it seems.