The original Apple headphones are not waterproof and are poorly protected from dust and dirt. Considering that these are portable devices that are always with you, over time they can become contaminated with dust and small debris. Many people use headphones during sports, which can lead to sweat getting inside. In this post, we will tell you how to care for and clean AirPods and EarPods yourself.
As already mentioned, the devices are not protected from moisture, so it is extremely important to ensure that water and other liquids do not get on the headphones or in the charging case. This can happen if the gadget falls into water, sweat gets in, or various liquids spill (tea, coffee, alcohol, etc.). If after such cases your Apple headphones stop working, self-repair is not possible. Contact us to replace the headphones. It is possible to replace the right or left earphone separately, as well as the charging case.
You can remove dust and dirt yourself. Here is a short cleaning guide:
- Use a brush, old toothbrush or dry cotton swab to remove dust from the speaker grilles.
- Wipe the surface with a soft cloth, preferably microfiber.
- When cleaning the charging case, you can lightly dampen the cloth with alcohol, but be careful not to let excess liquid get into the gaps.
- Gently clean the Lightning connector on your EarPods with a soft brush.
- Do not use hard, sharp, especially metal objects for cleaning, as well as any types of sandpaper.
If you use AirPods or EarPods while exercising, make sure that sweat does not penetrate under the speaker grill. To do this, periodically wipe the headphones with a soft cloth. And again, we remind you about the danger of moisture penetration. Keep the devices away from water and do not spill liquid on them. If a breakdown does occur, the service Apple RudService Kyiv You can purchase or replace the right or left AirPods, as well as the charging case.
