How do you clean Apple cords?

To clean your Apple cable, unplug each end of the cable from your device and power adapter. Then use a soft, slightly damp, lint-free cloth to wipe along the length of the cable. If the cable is still not clean, use a soft lint-free cloth wet with soapy water to wipe along the length of the cable.
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How do I clean my Apple charging cable?

De-grease the charger tip with soap and water.

Dip your q-tip in some warm water with a little bit of soap, then rub the charger tip gently on each side.
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How do you remove yellowing from Apple cable?

Cleaning the cable with a baking soda solution is likely to help. Baking soda will act as a mild abrasive. Alternatively, some web sites suggest using a bleach mix. Do not soak the cable and do not get either end of the cable wet.
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How do I clean my iPhone Lightning connector?

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When cleaning the internal Lightning connector, use a soft, dry, lint-free cloth, and don't use liquids or cleaning products.
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Can I use rubbing alcohol to clean my iPhone charging port?

To clean the dirt that might accumulate around the SIM tray opening, use a soft lint-free cloth and place a very small amount of rubbing alcohol on it. Very gently wipe the dirt away from the port opening and avoid getting any of the moisture in the opening.
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Why is my iPhone not charging when its plugged in?

Your iOS device might have a dirty or damaged charging port. Your charging accessory is defective, damaged, or isn't Apple-certified.
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How do I clean my Lightning connector cable?

Grab a small toothpick, or roll a paper or cotton product into a small tip. Carefully insert the tip into the port and jiggle it to loosen dirt or debris. Give the port another burst of compressed air to help remove anything you've loosened. Reinsert the Lightning connector into the port and turn the phone back on.
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Why does my iPhone charger have black stuff on it?

Severe blackening is caused by water or extremely high humidity being present on the cable or in the iPhone port when plugging it in. This can happen if the phone has gotten wet, been in a humid room such as the while a shower is running, or from outside rain or high humidity in some climates.
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How do you remove debris from a charging cable?

Turn off your device and use the can of compressed air or the bulb syringe to clean out the charging port. Blast a few short bursts and see if any dust falls out. If using compressed air, make sure you're holding the can upright to avoid getting water inside the port.
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How do you get yellow cords white again?

Make a paste of baking soda and water, and apply it all over the wire carefully, and let the paste dry. Soak a cloth or sponge in warm water, and use it to wipe the cord down. You may also use a toothbrush or scrub for the tougher places. Wipe the cord thoroughly with a dry cloth.
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Why do Apple cables turn yellow?

That's a symptom of overheating. You may have a damaged core in there. It's potentially dangerous, so should be replaced.
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Why do Apple power cords turn yellow?

Apple's cables are known to yellow, due to their construction which contains no PVC...the cable's jacket is porous and will absorb and retain skin oils from your hands at the area where they're touched the most. Lightning cables are also *very* prone to this.
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Should I clean my iPhone charger?

Regularly check and remove debris from your iPhone's charging port to avoid dust build-up that leaves your phone broken, damaged, or inoperable. But don't clean the charging port too often, because constant contact could damage the port. Using a wireless charger is another way to keep your charging port clear.
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How do you remove oxidation from iPhone cable?

Soak it in distilled white vinegar for a few minutes. Vinegar can be used to remove corrosion. Dip the end of the corroded cable in a small amount of distilled white vinegar for a few minutes. If the corrosion is really bad, the end of the cable may have to be soaked for an hour or more.
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Do Apple clean charging ports?

Best of all, an Apple Store should clean your port and get your iPhone working again for free. If you don't have a nearby Apple Store, you can take your phone into any similar type of repair shop, jewelry repair shop, or business that specializes in mobile devices or equipment, and they should be able to help you.
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Why does my lightning cable not work?

The biggest reason for this issue is dirt or grime that has gotten on the connector, preventing it from making proper contact so that the device can charge. Fortunately, this problem is very easy to solve using a cotton swab and a bit of water.
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How do you fix a cable that won't charge?

Try these methods if your charger isn't working properly.
  1. Check the outlet. Sometimes the problem lies in the outlet, not in the charger itself. ...
  2. Check your cable and port. The cable connections could also be the source of the issue if they aren't hooked up properly. ...
  3. Look for frays in the cable. ...
  4. Reboot your device.
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What do I do if my phone charger is plugged in but not charging?

Check that your outlet works. Plug the charger into a wall outlet.
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Check that your charger and cable work.
  1. Try them with another device.
  2. Check that the cable is securely connected to the charger and to your phone.
  3. Check that there's nothing in the port of your phone, like dust or lint.
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What is the easiest way to clean an iPhone charging port?

Using a can of compressed air is the safest way to clean your iPhone's port. Hold the can upright but not too close to the port, and apply a few short blasts of air. You should see small particles falling out of the phone charging port. This is also an option if you need to clean your AirPods and AirPods case.
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What's best to use to clean charging port?

Use a soft cotton swab to clean out your charging port. You can also try a bulb syringe to remove and loosen debris. According to Apple, don't use any abrasive cleaners like bleach or hydrogen peroxide. Avoid getting any moisture inside your phone as well.
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Can you use rubbing alcohol to clean a charging port?

Can I clean my charging port with rubbing alcohol? No, you should not clean your iPhone charging port with rubbing alcohol. If cleaning out the charging port with a toothpick or compressed air didn't fix your problem, the port is likely already damaged. Cleaning with alcohol may only cause further damage.
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Why do Apple chargers break so easily?

If your iPhone charger isn't Apple-certified and it keeps breaking, that's because it's of cheap quality. Non-certified Apple chargers will contain flimsy materials, so even if you do take care of your charger it's still most likely going to die on you, and it could damage your iPhone, too.
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