Dust and pocket lint slowly fill the tiny holes in your speaker grille. Sound gets duller over weeks, so most people do not notice until voices become hard to hear. You can clean it safely in about five minutes.
What you need
- A soft, clean, dry toothbrush
- Painter’s tape or masking tape
- A lint-free microfiber cloth
- Our free Dust Cleaner tone
Step-by-step cleaning
- Turn off your phone and remove the case.
- Brush the speaker grille gently in one direction, with the grille facing down so dust falls out.
- Press a small strip of painter’s tape onto the grille, then peel it off. Repeat with fresh tape.
- Turn the phone on, set volume to max, and run the Dust Cleaner for 60 seconds.
- Brush once more and wipe the area with the microfiber cloth.
What not to use
| Avoid | Why |
|---|---|
| Pins, needles, toothpicks | Can puncture the mesh permanently |
| Liquid sprays | Can push dirt and moisture inside |
| Canned air pressed close | Can force dust deeper |
| Cotton swabs | Leave fibers stuck in the holes |
How sound helps
A speaker cone moves back and forth to make sound. Our dust mode sweeps from low to high tones, which shakes the mesh at many frequencies. Loose particles get pushed out where a brush can reach them.
How often should you clean?
Every two to three months is enough for most people. Clean more often if you work in dusty places or keep your phone in pockets without a case.
FAQ
Can I use isopropyl alcohol?
Only on a cloth that is barely damp, and only on the outside of the grille. Never pour or spray it into the speaker.
Why does my speaker still sound dull after cleaning?
Dirt may be packed under the mesh, or the speaker may be worn. Try the Speaker Test to compare both sides.
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