Phones collect oil, dust and germs every day. Cleaning them is easy, but the wrong product can strip screen coatings or push dirt into ports.
What you need
- Microfiber cloth
- 70% isopropyl alcohol wipes or a barely damp cloth
- Soft toothbrush
- Painter’s tape
- Wooden toothpick for ports
Screen and back
Turn off the phone. Wipe gently with a microfiber cloth. For germs, use a 70% alcohol wipe lightly, then dry. Avoid bleach, window cleaner and abrasive powders.
Case
Remove it. Wash silicone cases with mild soap and water and let them dry fully before putting them back. Wipe leather and fabric cases with a damp cloth only.
Ports
Gently remove lint with a wooden toothpick. Never use metal. Lint in ports can stop charging.
Speakers and earpiece
Brush the grilles gently, use painter’s tape, then run our Dust Cleaner. See our complete speaker guide.
Camera lens
Wipe with a clean microfiber cloth. Fingerprints on the lens cause blurry photos.
How often?
Wipe the screen daily or every few days. Do a deeper clean of ports and speakers every couple of months.
FAQ
Can I use hand sanitizer?
It is not ideal. Some contain additives that leave residue. An alcohol wipe is better.
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