According to a recent preprint, SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 and is at the heart of our recent pandemic, can survive on plastic and stainless steel surfaces for up to three days. In itself, that is a scary revelation, especially for smartphone users, who are in constant, close-proximity to plastic and steel devices all the time. The good news, though, is that now we know and that there are plenty of ways to help keep your phone clean of the coronavirus and other harmful agents.
Before You Disinfect
Before cleaning your phone, there are a few precautionary steps you should take. First, wash your hands with soap and water. By now, we all know the drill: the coronavirus can live on your hands, and washing them with soap and water is paramount if you want to kill the virus and stop its spread. Second, turn off your phone. The less electricity there is coursing through your handset, the less likely it is to be damaged.
Disinfecting Your Phone
Now, to disinfect to your phone, some companies, like Apple, recommended using either 70-percent isopropyl wipes or a similar, alcohol-based mixture with a microfiber cloth. Applied correctly, this concentration should help kill the coronavirus and prevent it from spreading.
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