Water Eject

Water in your phone’s speaker can cause muffled or distorted sound. This guide provides effective methods to fix your speaker by safely removing the water and restoring clear audio.

Understanding How Water Affects Speakers

Water trapped in the speaker grill or inside the speaker components can:

• Muffle Sound: The water acts as a barrier, dampening sound waves.
• Distort Audio: Water can interfere with the speaker’s vibrations, causing distortion or crackling.
• Cause Damage (If Not Addressed): If water remains for an extended period, it can potentially cause corrosion or damage to internal components.

Methods to Fix Your Speaker (Water Removal)

1. Gentle Shaking and Positioning

This is the first and simplest method to try:

• Gentle Shaking: Gently shake your phone with the speaker facing downwards to dislodge water droplets. Avoid vigorous shaking.
• Positioning: Place your phone with the speaker facing downwards in a dry, well-ventilated area. This allows gravity to help drain the water.

2. Dry Cloth or Absorbent Material

Use a soft, lint-free cloth or other absorbent material to carefully remove any visible water from the exterior of the phone, especially around the speaker grill:

• Blot, Don’t Rub: Gently blot the area to absorb the water. Avoid rubbing, which can push water further into the speaker.

3. Sound Wave Generators (Tone Generators or Apps)

Sound waves at specific frequencies can help vibrate the speaker and expel water:

• Online Tone Generators: Search online for “online tone generator” or “frequency generator.” Experiment with frequencies between 165Hz and 400Hz.
• Speaker Cleaning Apps: Many apps in app stores are designed for this purpose. They typically play a range of frequencies to dislodge water.
• Moderate Volume: Play the tones at a moderate volume for short intervals (30 seconds to a minute). Avoid excessively high volumes.

4. Rice (Not Recommended)

The common advice to put your phone in rice is generally not recommended. It’s not very effective and can introduce dust and debris into the phone.

What Not to Do

• Sharp Objects: Never use needles, pins, or other sharp objects to try and remove water. This can easily damage the speaker membrane.
• Heat: Avoid using heat sources like hair dryers, as they can damage internal components.
• Compressed Air (Use with Extreme Caution): If you use compressed air, use very short bursts from a safe distance. Excessive pressure can damage the speaker.

When to Seek Professional Help

If the sound quality doesn’t improve after trying these methods, or if your phone has been submerged for a significant time, it’s essential to seek professional repair.