How to clean airpods safely?
I basically use my AirPods every day, and boy, you can sure tell by how dirty they look. I don't want to get them wet and ruin them for good, but I don't want to keep putting that gunk back into my ears. It looks like some of the ear wax has gotten into the case as well. Any advice on how to get these clean again?
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There are various wipes and sprays for cleaning electronics that you could use; just make sure not to let them get too wet!
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If the main part of your AirPods are dirty, then get a lint-free cloth damp with some clean water and wipe them up.
If the meshes are looking messy or clogged, micellar water to works the best to break apart the wax. Dip a toothbrush in the water, hold your AirPod so the mesh faces down, and gently scrub them for a few seconds. Dab the meshes with a paper towel to dry them off.
Always let your AirPods dry for a few hours before you charge or use them again so they don't get damaged.
You mentioned a dirty case too? Just wipe it down with a cloth and use isopropyl alcohol for really stubborn areas. Just make sure not to put anything in the charging ports so you don't cause any damage.
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If the meshes are looking messy or clogged, micellar water to works the best to break apart the wax. Dip a toothbrush in the water, hold your AirPod so the mesh faces down, and gently scrub them for a few seconds. Dab the meshes with a paper towel to dry them off.
Always let your AirPods dry for a few hours before you charge or use them again so they don't get damaged.
You mentioned a dirty case too? Just wipe it down with a cloth and use isopropyl alcohol for really stubborn areas. Just make sure not to put anything in the charging ports so you don't cause any damage.
I dip a cotton swab in some isopropyl alcohol and gently wipe my airpods and airpod case. For earwax and stuff in hard to reach cracks and mesh parts, (carefully) use a toothpick. That should do the trick!
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