I just dropped my Google Pixel 7A phone in some water while rushing home during a heavy rainstorm. It wasn't completely submerged, but it was sitting in flowing water for a few minutes. While everything else seems to work fine, the audio is pretty much dead. I've tried a few things: I tapped it, attempted to suck the water out of the ports, removed the SIM card, and let it stand upright. But without any silica gel or rice available, I'm wondering how to fix the audio. Should I just wait it out? I can't take the back off since it requires new adhesive. How do I fix the audio issue?
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You'll be happy to know that the Pixel 7A has an IP67 rating, which means it's pretty water-resistant. It's generally safe for a short time in shallow water. I recommend giving it a gentle rinse with clean water to remove any dirt or grime, then towel it dry. Make sure to avoid using the ports for about a day. Don’t use canned air as that might push water further in, but gently blowing from a distance could help. Usually, the audio should get better once the water dries out completely, so just be patient!
Try playing some bass-heavy music! It can actually help vibrate the water out of the speaker. I've done this before when my phone got wet in the shower, and it worked like a charm!
Water tends to dry out naturally! Since the Pixel 7A is water-resistant, you mainly have to worry about the speakers and charging port. If you've got some isopropyl alcohol lying around, try pouring a little into the speaker areas, then blow it out with compressed air. That should help clear up any leftover moisture. You can find alcohol in the first aid section of most stores for just a couple bucks.
I like to save silica packets from various boxes. If you have any saved up, putting your phone in a baggie with those will help absorb moisture really quickly. Definitely worth a try!
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