Throughout the hours of the day, with the use or simple environmental exposure, it is impossible that our smartphone or tablet does not end up accumulating a certain amount of dust and dirt. Normally, it is enough to pass a part of the shirt over the terminal screen to alleviate the effects of said accumulation, but it is interesting to give, from time to time, a thorough review of the device in case we want to preserve it from scratches and see tarnished its benefits.
In certain lighting conditions, it is possible that we appreciate with greater intensity the trace of fat that our fingers leave on a tablet than the images on the display itself. As we have mentioned, applying a T-shirt gently, gives us some visibility, but it is not the optimal option. It is true that the evolutions of the firm Gorilla Glass (used by most major manufacturers, including Apple) have made it more difficult to scratch a screen, yet it is by no means impossible.
Below we review the best ways to leave our terminal unpolluted and we also warn of those methods that we must avoid by system.
Microfiber cloth, our great ally
We are not just talking about phones and tablets, a microfiber cloth it is probably the best gadget with which to clean all types of glass since instead of displacing dust and dirt they attracts to a large degree.
On many occasions, if we buy a pack of tempered glass protectors for the screen of a mobile device, we will have received a handkerchief of this type included in the box. Those of us who use glasses, both for sunglasses and for seeing, will also have some at home, surely. If not, just go to an optician and ask.
The most effective way to clean is to pass the cloth from one side to the other, patiently and exercising a slight pressure, over the entire surface of the front panel. If we have the screen off, it will always be easier to clearly detect possible residues.
Water, yes. Alcohol and soaps, better not
In case the dirt becomes compact forming some type of "crust" (something not disposable if the tablet or phone got a splash), we can moisten minimally, the part of the microfiber cloth that we are going to apply. Notice what we say moisten, do not soak, since when handling an excess of water it is more likely that some of it ends up inside the machine, even with all the care in the world.
Soap and alcohol are to some extent abrasives, therefore, it is better to keep them away from the screen of our terminal, if we do not want to damage it in the long run.
Duct tape, can do
By gluing adhesive tape and pulling along the surface of the equipment we will also be able to leave it free of fingerprints and dust. Still it is an operation more delicate, compared to the microfiber cloth, since we must use a little more force and that facilitates the accident.
To avoid whenever possible
There are certain tissues that we must avoid, especially those that have very porous surfaces where dust, grit, etc. can be hidden. For example, while a tissue (type kleenex) is capable of doing a good service at any given time (as is a soft cotton T-shirt), the toilet paper, jerseys or other textiles made with wool, are somewhat aggressive with glass.
The Pro method: UV cleaners
For users obsessed with cleanliness and hygiene, there are ray lamps ultraviolet that serve directly for sterilize mobile phones and tablets. Of course, do not expect to find anything below 40 euros on Amazon or eBay.