Dirt in the charging port
Dust and dirt accumulate over time in the charging ports of smartphones and tablets.
This may cause the connection between the charger and the device to malfunction and prevent the device from charging.
How does dust/dirt get into the charging port?
We take our smartphone with us everywhere.
Our smartphones spend a lot of time in pockets, handbags, etc.
Therefore, it is not surprising that over time some dust/dirt ends up in the charging port!
Why does dust/dirt in the charging port cause problems?
Each time the charger is inserted into the device, the dust present is compressed.
But over time, there is so much dust that there is not enough room for the charging cable.
The contact points of the charging port can no longer be reached by the charging cable.
How do you know there is dust/dirt in the charging port?
There are a few signs that indicate there is too much dust in the charging port.
- The device sometimes doesn't charge or charges slowly.
- The charging cable seems to sit crooked in the charging port.
- The charging cable is not securely fastened and easily falls out of the charging port.
How do you remove dust/dirt from the charging port?
Because the dust is so pressed on, it is difficult to remove.
One must proceed carefully so as not to damage the charging port itself.
The dust itself is often difficult to see since it is very dark inside the charging port itself.
Compressed air can be used to loosen the dust.
Then it can be carefully removed with a thin toothpick or old toothbrush.
Sometimes you have to repeat this process several times to get all the dust out.
After that, it's pretty easy to test, plug the cable back in and see if the device charges correctly.
Some tips:
- Do not use metal or sharp objects This can damage the charging port.
- Do not push hard Avoid damage to the charging port by proceeding gently.
- When using a liquid, use only isopropyl alcohol 70% (or higher) Water or other liquids can cause short circuits.
Conclusion
A smartphone or tablet that does not charge is very annoying.
However, it is often just about dust in the charging port that needs to be cleaned!
