Your first instinct may be to dunk your wet iPhone into rice, but Apple says DO NOT...

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In a recent update on its support site, Apple has cautioned against the common practice of using rice to dry out wet iPhones..

Despite being a long-standing belief among smartphone users, Apple has debunked this method, citing potential damage to the device...

According to Apple's updated support site, placing a wet iPhone in rice can actually cause harm to the device as small particles of rice can enter and potentially damage internal components..

This warning comes as Apple introduces a new liquid detection feature, which alerts users when their iPhone has been exposed to moisture, advising them to refrain from charging the device until it is dry...

With the introduction of the liquid detection feature, users are now prompted to take appropriate action in the event of water exposure, reducing the risk of further damage to their devices...

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