Olde Hornet
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Your Phone Is Even Grosser Than You Think
Your phone is seriously so dirty and we need you to do something about it.
lifehacker.com
“The screen itself is a harbinger for carrying bacterias and viruses,” he said over the phone. “There have been multiple reports of infections being transmitted by the screens of our phones.”
Flu viruses that are capable of infecting others, for instance, can last on hard surfaces for as long as 24 hours, according to one study. This means anyone who touches your phone in that time could be vulnerable.
If you have access to one, Papadakos recommends using a particularly high-tech cleaning method: a UV disinfection box you place your phone in, which eliminates germs and electronic devices in seconds. They’re available for purchase on Amazonand they’re becoming more common in public restrooms and universities, he said.
If you’re looking for something a little less high-tech, Apple recommends using a lint-free cloth to clean your iPhone, the kind you receive with a pair of glasses. You can lightly dampen the cloth with a combination of 70% percent isopropyl alcohol and diluted water in a spray bottle in a 1:1 ratio, according to the New York Times.
