Cleaning your phone’s microphone from time to time is important. It helps you maintain clear audio quality when recording your voice or when on a voice or video call. Regular phone microphone maintenance will prevent the buildup of dust and debris in your phone’s microphone hole.
However, it’s important to be very careful when cleaning the microphone hole. If you are not careful, you can easily damage your phone’s microphone. Here are some tips on how to properly clean your phone’s microphone.
Preparing for Cleaning
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The first step is preparing the right cleaning materials. Isopropyl alcohol is a good choice for cleaning your phone’s microphone.
You will also need something to get inside the hole and clear out any dust or debris. This must be something that won’t ruin the microphone, so avoid paper clips. Instead, try using something like an interdental brush or toothpaste with bristles that can reach inside the hole. An interdental brush, like the one pictured above, is my tool of choice.
You should also have a lint-free cloth on hand.
Cleaning the Exterior of the Microphone
Before you start cleaning the hole, clean the exterior of the microphone. Use gentle cleaning methods to avoid damage. Use the lint-free cloth – spray some isopropyl alcohol on it to make it slightly damp – and wipe the area around the microphone hole. Avoid too much water to avoid moisture damage.
Cleaning the Microphone Hole
The next step is to clean the microphone hole itself. Use interdental brushes or a toothbrush with soft bristles to get inside and remove dirt from the microphone. Avoid using a toothpick, which can splinter and cause microphone damage. Also, avoid using metal pins.
You can wet the brush with some isopropyl alcohol and gently clean out the hole.
Checking and Cleaning Audio Ports and Jacks
In addition to cleaning the microphone hole, now is a good time to clean your phone’s audio ports as well. Removing debris from the headphone jack will ensure that when you plug in your headphones, your phone recognizes them. Debris can get in the way of a good connection and cause your earphones to get disconnected randomly, cutting off the audio.
Use the same process to clean the audio jack as you did for the microphone hole. Once again, I highly recommend an interdental brush for this.
Tips for Preventing Microphone Blockages
Try to avoid leaving your phone in dirty areas. A lot of people don’t realize just how dirty their pockets are. If your pocket has crumbs, dust, or lint from tissues, it could easily get into your phone’s microphone hole or headphone jack. Make sure your coat or pants pockets are clean. Also, avoid using your phone on the sandy beach, if you can, to prevent microphone blockages from sand.
Conclusion
We hope this guide helped you achieve clear sound quality when using your phone’s microphone. Blockages can cause muffled audio, and proper phone microphone maintenance can help you avoid that. Long-term care for your phone’s microphone hole and audio jack includes avoiding dust and debris, cleaning your pockets, and cleaning the holes from time to time.
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