{"id":3166,"date":"2025-09-11T09:33:43","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T07:33:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.batteriedeportable.com\/guides-et-conseils\/keep-your-phone-clean-right-habits-to-adopt\/"},"modified":"2025-09-11T09:33:43","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T07:33:43","slug":"keep-your-phone-clean-right-habits-to-adopt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.batterylaptop.co.uk\/guides\/keep-your-phone-clean-right-habits-to-adopt\/","title":{"rendered":"Keep your phone clean: the right habits to adopt"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>The smartphone is one of the most frequently handled objects in everyday life.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> In permanent contact with your hands, it builds up dust, bacteria and dirt. Here are our tips for cleaning it properly without damaging it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>An invisible danger: germs<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A striking study<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a 2015 study, <\/span><b>your phone may contain more germs than a toilet seat<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Between public transport, toilets and mealtimes, it becomes covered in microbes that multiply thanks to the heat of the device.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A risk for your skin<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These bacteria can cause <\/span><b>skin breakouts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, irritation or acne, especially if you often hold the phone against your face.<\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 80% 0 0 0; position: relative;\">\n  <iframe\n    src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1110848933?autoplay=1&amp;loop=1\"\n    style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\"\n    frameborder=\"0\"\n    allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\"\n    allowfullscreen><br \/>\n  <\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n<h2><strong>What you must never do<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Never spray liquid directly onto the screen<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Avoid strong solvents<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Do not use kitchen roll or tissues<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: they can scratch the surface<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Do not scrape at stubborn marks<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>How to clean your screen properly<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Which accessory should you use?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a <\/span><b>soft microfibre cloth<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or a <\/span><b>non-corrosive cleaning wipe<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These are the safest options for the screen.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The right techniques<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gently wipe the screen using circular movements. For greasy marks, slightly dampen the cloth with <\/span><b>a mild antibacterial gel<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>An effective, eco-friendly homemade solution<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make a homemade solution using:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/3 water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2\/3 white vinegar<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A few drops of essential oil (lemon or mint)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lightly dampen the cloth and wipe your phone.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Clean regularly to stay healthy<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><b>daily clean is recommended<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, especially if you use your phone outdoors or in contact with other people. This helps to <\/span><b>reduce the spread of germs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The smartphone is a breeding ground for bacteria. By cleaning it regularly with <\/span><b>simple, safe techniques<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you protect your skin, improve your hygiene and extend the lifespan of the device.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The smartphone is one of the most frequently handled objects in everyday life. In permanent contact with your hands, it builds up dust, bacteria and dirt. Here are our tips for cleaning it properly without damaging it. 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