Every day myths about smartphones circulate about what to do or not do with them. Have you ever heard that if your phone falls in water, you should put it in rice? Or that using toothpaste on screen scratches will make them simply disappear? Well, today we're going to tell you the whole truth!
Does rice save a smartphone if it falls in water?
Almost everyone has heard that when a smartphone has an accident and falls in water, it should go in rice to absorb moisture from the device. The truth? This myth is not only false, but its effect is completely opposite to what's intended: it actually makes the device worse, according to some experts. One of the smartphone myths that falls completely flat.
In this article
- Does rice save a smartphone if it falls in water?
- Can using your phone at a petrol pump cause an explosion?
- Does toothpaste eliminate screen scratches?
- Is it bad to use your smartphone while it's charging?
- Is it safe to charge your phone during a thunderstorm?
- Does using your smartphone with a cracked screen damage the device?
- More Useful Tips
Can using your phone at a petrol pump cause an explosion?
According to popular belief, using your phone near a petrol pump can cause a fire or even an explosion. Although stories circulate that it has happened, the truth is that no case of a fire caused by a phone has ever been reported.
It's said that the static electricity caused by phone transmissions will make petrol ignite inside the tank or pump. In fact, static electricity won't make liquid fuel start to burn. But it could cause a spark in fuel vapours that accumulate in the air.
But static electricity doesn't come from your phone... it comes from you. So it's best not to move around too much while filling up the tank, to avoid building up charge.
Does toothpaste eliminate screen scratches?
It's nothing but one of the classic myths about smartphones: if it were true, we'd all have perfect screens. What might happen is a superficial feeling of improvement. However, it's not recommended as it can seep into the LCD and seriously damage its function. To avoid scratches, the most suitable way is to use protective films.
Is it bad to use your smartphone while it's charging?
No! In fact, nowadays the charging system has an intelligent concept that reduces power output during those moments of use when the device is plugged in.
Is it safe to charge your phone during a thunderstorm?
During thunderstorms, the electrical grid of your home can be affected and, consequently, affect your smartphone. Therefore, it's not safe. It's recommended that you unplug the device from the socket.
Does using your smartphone with a cracked screen damage the device?
Fact! The phone can continue to work if the touch screen hasn't been damaged, but by continuing to use it, you risk damaging the LCD.
Of these facts and myths about smartphones, which surprised you the most? Tell us everything!
More Useful Tips
- Protect your data — enable two-factor authentication on all accounts
- Free up space — regularly review photos, apps and unnecessary downloads
- Save battery — reduce brightness and turn off Wi-Fi/Bluetooth when not in use
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