Can I wash my iPhone 12?

Use a soft, slightly damp, lint-free cloth. Avoid getting moisture in openings. Don't use window cleaners, household cleaners, compressed air, aerosol sprays, solvents, ammonia, abrasives, or cleaners containing hydrogen peroxide to clean your iPhone. The front and back glass surfaces have an oleophobic coating.
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Can I wash my iPhone 12 in water?

It's fine to wash newer iPhones with soap and water.
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Can I take my iPhone 12 in the shower?

With an IP68 water-resistance rating, the iPhone is not protected against high pressure or temperatures, according to the International Electrotechnical Commission. So, Apple recommends that you do not swim, shower, bathe, or play water sports with an iPhone 12.
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How do I clean my iPhone 12?

iPhone 13, iPhone 12 and iPhone 11 models
  1. Unplug all cables and turn off your iPhone.
  2. Use a soft, slightly damp, lint-free cloth – for example, a lens cloth.
  3. If material is still present, use a soft, lint-free cloth with warm soapy water.
  4. Avoid getting moisture in openings.
  5. Don't use cleaning products or compressed air.
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Can I wash my iPhone with water?

Well, there is no waterproof iPhone, so cleaning with water is definitely not advisable. See the link below for Apple's instructions. It would be better to wipe it gently with a disinfectant wipe. I would be afraid that soap might damage the screen and water is a danger to anything electronic.
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is the iPhone 12 Waterproof? Here's the Truth



Can iPhone 12 take pictures underwater?

iPhone 12: Maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes. iPhone 12 mini: Maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes. iPhone 12 Pro: Maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes. iPhone 12 Pro Max: Maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes.
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Can I wash iPhone under tap?

It's easy to clean iphone under water, whole body becomes clean within few seconds. I thought its water proof, thanks for letting me know that it's just water resistant. No problem. I'd personally stop washing it under a tap, but it's up to you.
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What can I clean my iPhone 12 screen with?

iPhone 13, iPhone 12, and iPhone 11 models
  • Unplug all cables and turn off your iPhone.
  • Use a soft, slightly damp, lint-free cloth—for example, a lens cloth.
  • If material is still present, use a soft, lint-free cloth with warm soapy water.
  • Avoid getting moisture in openings.
  • Don't use cleaning products or compressed air.
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Are alcohol wipes OK for cell phones?

Don't use 100% alcohol cleaning products; they can damage a phone's protective coatings. Don't apply liquid or cleaner directly to your phone. Don't submerge the phone.
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Can I clean my phone with hand sanitizer?

Do not use rubbing alcohol, paper towels, compressed air, dish soap or vinegar. All of these can damage your phone: Paper towels can scratch your screen, and vinegar could damage its coating. Do not use hand sanitizer on your phone screen, but do sanitize your hands before touching your phone.
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Is the iPhone 12 waterproof in salt water?

Because the iPhone 12 Pro Max is simply water-resistant, NOT waterproof, you won't be able to take any ocean cliff-diving videos with the phone's sweet camera. Apple makes it clear that high-velocity water can harm the phone, so high-speed drops into multiple feet of water will almost certainly kill your phone.
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Is the iPhone 12 Max waterproof?

The answer in one word is Yes. The iPhone 12 Pro as well as the iPhone 12 Pro Max are waterproof. Similar to the iPhone 12 series, the Pro models are rated IP68 (maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes) under IEC standard 60529.
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Can you use hand soap on iPhone?

For pretty much any older iPhone, Apple recommends using a “soft, slightly damp, lint-free cloth” on your iPhone. Don't use any type of cleaning product, soap or harsh chemical. Although hand-sanitizing wipes may be safe to use on the display and rear of the device.
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Can I wash my iPhone 11 with soap and water?

Apple, specifically, told iPhone owners to simply use a cloth dampened with water to clean their phones. The iPhone 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro Max, meanwhile, could be cleaned using a cloth and warm, soapy water, according to Apple.
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How do you disinfect an iPhone?

With your iPhone's display covered, you can feel free to disinfect your iPhone with something like small device wipes, Clorox or Lysol wipes, or a little bit of 60-70% isopropyl alcohol (don't put it directly on your screen, dab it on a microfiber cloth, then wipe down your smartphone).
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What is the best way to sanitize your cell phone?

Here's how to disinfect your phone:
  1. Turn off, unplug your phone.
  2. Use a lint-free cloth or cotton ball. ...
  3. Apply 70 percent rubbing alcohol to the cloth or cotton ball, not to the screen. ...
  4. Never use bleach.
  5. Only use soap and water, on a damp cloth, with waterproof smartphones.
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What should I clean my phone with?

Apple and a number of Android device manufacturers offer similar recommendations:
  1. Unplug the device before cleaning.
  2. Use a lint-free cloth slightly dampened with soap and water.
  3. Don't spray cleaners directly onto the device.
  4. Avoid aerosol sprays and cleaning solutions that contain bleach or abrasives.
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How can I safely clean my iPhone screen?

Always use a clean lint-free and dye-free cloth when cleaning an iPhone screen, and avoid using paper towels, napkins, or tissues. Never use cleaners such as Windex or Lysol on an iPhone screen, as these and other products will break down the oil-resistant coating and can shorten the working life of the phone.
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Can You Use antibacterial wipes on your phone?

Apple advises you to use a 70% isopropyl alcohol wipe or Clorox disinfecting wipes. The alcohol quickly evaporates from the surface of your phone and kills all the microbes.
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How do I clean my iPhone home screen?

How to Organize Your iPhone Home Screen
  1. Customize Your iPhone Dock. ...
  2. Add Widgets That Save Space & Look Cool. ...
  3. Delete Unnecessary Apps & Bookmarks from the Home Screen. ...
  4. Hide Infrequently Used Apps in the App Library. ...
  5. Organize Necessary Apps into Folders. ...
  6. Hide or Unhide Home Screen Pages. ...
  7. Customize Your App Icons.
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What happens if you accidentally wash your iPhone?

Use a can of compressed air or a wet-dry vacuum if you have either one to further dry the phone. Place the phone and battery in an uncovered bowl of dry uncooked rice to remove the moisture. Make sure the phone and battery are covered by the rice. Don't try using it for at least 12 to 24 hours.
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Are new iPhones waterproof?

Just to be clear, no iPhone out there is completely waterproof. If you leave a phone in water or some other liquid for long enough, it's gonna die. For that reason, manufacturers tend to use the term "water resistant." The International Electrotechnic Commission uses ratings to describe a device's durability.
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How can I make my iPhone waterproof?

How to Make a Phone Waterproof
  1. Use a Waterproof Phone Case. ...
  2. Use a Waterproof Pouch or Dry Bag. ...
  3. Use DIY Nano Coating (Water-Resistant Only) ...
  4. Use 3rd Party Nano Coating (Water-Resistant Only) ...
  5. Use a Waterproof Phone Skin.
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Can I take my iPhone snorkeling?

Note, the iPhone 7, 8, X, XR and SE are already waterproof to an IP67 rating, and the XS, XS Max, 11, 11Pro, 11ProMax, 12, and 12Pro to an IP68 rating, but neither is suitable for snorkeling; you will still need an underwater housing. For iPhone snorkeling, we recommend you get a housing made by ProShot.
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