If an iPhone has been submerged in water, here is how Siri can assist in expelling water from its speakers.
Get Rid of Water from Your iPhone Speaker with This Simple Shortcut
We’ve all been there: you drop your iPhone in water, and the speaker starts sounding muffled. You know it’s not a big deal, but the muffled sound makes it annoying to make and take calls. You might think you have to wait for it to dry out, but there’s a way to get rid of the water from your iPhone speaker quickly and easily.
The Apple Watch has a feature that uses sound pulses to eject water from the speaker. It’s a cool and effective feature that demuffles the Apple Watch’s tiny speaker with a few beeps. Unfortunately, there’s no such feature built into the iPhone. But there is a shortcut you can use to achieve the same result.
How to Eject Water from Your iPhone Speaker
Here’s how to get rid of water from your iPhone speaker using a shortcut:
1. Download the Water Eject Shortcut
The first step is to download the Water Eject shortcut. You can find it here. Once you’re on the page, tap Get Shortcut.
2. Add the Shortcut
This step will open up the Shortcut app. You can add the shortcut by tapping on Add Shortcut. This process also tells you that saying “Hey Siri, Water Eject” will activate the shortcut.
3. Run Water Eject
Now that you have the shortcut, you can run it. You can either say “Hey Siri, Water Eject” or open the Shortcuts app and tap on the Water Eject shortcut.
4. Choose the Intensity
Once you run the shortcut, you’ll be asked to choose the intensity level you want to use. Level 1 will run the process once, level 2 will do it twice, and level 3 will run it three times. The shortcut will then begin to emit a tone from the speaker.
It’s important to **DO NOT wear headphones** when running this shortcut. The sound pulses can be quite loud and could damage your ears if you’re wearing headphones.
If you’re in any doubt as to how powerful these sound pulses are, you can always try it out on a dry iPhone first. You’ll be amazed at how effective it is at removing water from the speaker.
Why This Shortcut Works
The Water Eject shortcut works by emitting a series of sound pulses at a specific frequency. These sound pulses create vibrations that push the water out of the speaker. The shortcut is designed to be safe for your iPhone and will not damage the device.
Other Ways to Dry Out Your iPhone
While the Water Eject shortcut is a great way to quickly remove water from your iPhone speaker, there are other things you can do to dry out your device. Here are a few tips:
- Dry it with a soft cloth. If you’ve dropped your iPhone in water, the first thing you should do is dry it off with a soft cloth. This will help to remove any excess water.
- Remove the case. If your iPhone is in a case, remove it. This will allow the device to dry out more quickly.
- Don’t use a hairdryer. While it might seem like a good idea to use a hairdryer to dry out your iPhone, it’s actually not a good idea. The heat from the hairdryer can damage the device.
- Place it in a bowl of uncooked rice. This is a classic trick for drying out electronics. The rice will absorb the moisture from your iPhone.
- Leave it in a dry place. The best way to dry out your iPhone is to leave it in a dry place for a few hours. This will allow the device to air dry.
What to Do if Your iPhone is Still Muffled
If you’ve tried all of these tips and your iPhone speaker is still muffled, you may have a more serious problem. In this case, you should take your iPhone to an Apple Store or an authorized repair center to have it checked out.
Dropping your iPhone in water can be a scary experience, but it doesn’t have to be the end of the world. By using the Water Eject shortcut, you can quickly and easily remove water from your iPhone speaker and get your device back to working order.
If you’re ever in doubt, it’s always best to err on the side of caution and take your iPhone to an Apple Store or an authorized repair center. But with a little bit of know-how, you can easily fix this common problem yourself.
Have you ever dropped your iPhone in water? What did you do to dry it out? Share your tips in the comments below!
