1. Switch it off
Whenever it's your phone, camera or laptop, the first thing to do when your gadgets gets wet, is to switch it off and remove its battery. While damp, power going to the circuitry can cause irrevocable damage.
2.Dismantle it
Next, take out any other detachable parts. For example, the memory card or sim card. Even if you have a loop or charm on your phone, remove it.
3.Shake it off
Your gadget is in't immune to the laws of physics, so tilt it or shake it to drain out as much water as you can, but do it gently.4.Wipe out
Use paper towels to wipe the gadgets dry. But be careful : remember not to be tough while wiping the bits on open circuitry.
5.Let it dry
Air is obviously helpful, but don't leave the gadgets under the fan in an open room. Also do not use a hair dryer on it, hot or un-purified isn't good for your gizmo. Instead, hold the wet device in front of the vent of your air conditioner for a few minutes.
6.The rice trick
It might sound weird, but burying your gadget in raw rice is great to suck out the moisture. Grab a deep pot and fill it up with clean, sifted rice-you don't want dirt getting into the machinery. Then slowly, and carefully shove your gizmo in and seal the top. The longer you keep it sealed, the driver the device will get. We have found that a full day is enough to dry a phone that got wet in rain, but depending upon the severity of the situation, you can leave it there longer-its not going to do it any harm.
7.Alcohol dabs
Once you take your gadgets out of the rice bowl, don't rush to switch it on.There may be remnants of water. A helpful tip is to dip a cotton ear bud into alcohol spirit and gently dap it on the circuitry and parts that seem damp. This helps the water evaporate fast when
8.Rest a bit
At this point, if you think that there's still moisture left in the gizmo,place in on a towel for a few hours before repeating the tips starting with the rice trick.
Finally if you are convinced then you can reassemble the gadget.
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