How to get water out of your iPhone speaker
Muffled sound after a splash is common and usually temporary. Here's a calm, safe way to deal with it.
Open the Speaker Cleaner (Water Eject)First, check what you're dealing with
Recent iPhones are water resistant, not waterproof. A splash or brief dip usually leaves water only in the speaker and port openings. If your iPhone was submerged deeply, for a long time, or in salt or chlorinated water, the risk of internal damage is higher.
Step by step
- Dry the outside with a soft, lint-free cloth.
- Hold the iPhone with the bottom speaker facing down and tap it gently against your palm.
- Switch off Silent mode and turn volume up fully.
- Open our Speaker Cleaner and run Water Eject for 30–60 seconds, speaker facing down.
- Repeat once or twice, then leave the phone in a dry place with good airflow.
- Don't charge it while iOS shows a liquid detection warning on the port.
What not to do
- No hairdryers or heaters — heat can damage seals and the battery.
- Don't poke anything into the grille.
- Skip the rice; open air works at least as well and avoids starch dust in the ports.
When to see a professional
If sound is still muffled after a day, or you notice fogged cameras, flickering, heat or charging problems, take it to Apple or an independent repair shop. PhoneTools is not affiliated with Apple.