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How to Properly Clean Your Smartphone Without Damaging It

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Smartphones require regular cleaning due to their frequent use in various environments, often accumulating more germs than a toilet seat. However, harsh cleaning agents like Windex, bleach, or hydrogen peroxide should be avoided as they can damage the phone's oleophobic coating, diminishing its fingerprint-resistant properties. Instead, a damp microfiber cloth with mild soapy water or a 70% isopropyl alcohol solution is recommended for cleaning both the phone and its accessories, with specific care for leather cases. AI

RANK_REASON Article provides practical advice on maintaining a consumer electronic device.

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How to Properly Clean Your Smartphone Without Damaging It

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Isaac Egbon) ·

    Never use harsh cleaning products to clean your smartphone — do this instead

    Your phone is a magnet for germs, but there are gentle ways to clean it.

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