Using a straw to keep your phone dust-free: A clever hack
You might wonder how inserting a straw into a mobile phone could solve any problem. At first glance, this idea might seem a bit unusual, but this simple trick is truly effective when it comes to keeping your phone clean.
Straw in the phone is a simple way to thoroughly remove dust from hard-to-reach places, such as speakers or charging ports. Sounds interesting? Read on to learn how to use this method.
How can a straw save your phone?
Removing dust from a mobile phone can be challenging. Dirt accumulates in places that are difficult to clean, particularly in speakers or charging ports. These spaces are so small that manual cleaning becomes practically impossible without the risk of damaging delicate components.
One solution is to use compressed air, but purchasing it incurs expenses. However, the straw trick is equally effective and completely free.
The straw trick - how to apply it?
To use this trick, you'll need to prepare a few items: a straw, the top part of a plastic bottle with a cap, a soldering iron or chisel, and glue, preferably hot glue. Heat the soldering iron or chisel and use the tool to cut a hole in the bottle cap large enough for the straw to fit through. Insert the straw into the hole so that one end is inside the bottle and glue it with hot glue. Wait until everything is completely dry.
Once everything is ready, proceed to act. Place the vacuum hose into the bottle and position the straw in hard-to-reach places on your phone. For larger openings, you can even insert it deeper. This way, you will remove all dust and dirt particles.
This kind of trick using a straw is also useful for cleaning USB, HDMI ports, and other connectors in devices such as computers or TVs. It's a simple and inexpensive method that helps remove dust and extends the lifespan of electronic equipment. You can also use the straw for household cleaning; for example, when cleaning a car, it works brilliantly for reaching difficult areas.
