Why you should be cleaning your gadgets and other useful cleaning tips

Electronic devices have long become a necessity in our everyday life. You probably cannot imagine a single day without your mobile phone, as you use it not just to communicate with friends and family, but also for work and entertainment purposes. It is rather surprising then that cleaning these devices can fall so low in your cleaning checklist.

It is necessary to pay more attention to cleaning the gadgets you use every single day. If you think about just how many times a day you tap on your smartphone and plug in your headphones, you will realise just how easy it is for these items to collect a ton of germs and bacteria.

With that in mind, consider cleaning the following gadgets more often:

Tablets and smartphones – these are probably the most used devices of all. According to some tests, it was found that phone screens, in fact, harbour more bacteria and germs than toilet seats per square inch of surface. Sounds scary, doesn’t it? And to think you are in daily contact with these germ central’s can be a bit unsettling. Therefore, you must invest the time and effort in sanitising them on a regular basis. Avoid using cleaning fluids, like a window cleaner and similar, as these can damage the screen coating. The best way to clean a smartphone’s screen is to use a soft microfiber cloth. Gently wipe the screen in a circular motion. You can clean the camera too, but be especially careful to avoid scratches.

Laptop – the laptop, being a bigger electronic device, can accumulate a good deal of dust, especially if you keep it out of a bag. You should use a soft microfiber cloth to collect the dust. Any stubborn marks on the lid can be treated with a slightly damp cloth. Wipe over the keyboard with the same cloth. You can acquire a can of compressed air to remove the dust and other solid particles stuck in the keyboard. A few wipes with a disinfectant wipes over the keys should conclude a cleaning session of the device.

Headphones – in-ear headphones should be cleaned on a regular basis, especially if you often use them while exercising outdoors or in the gym. Sweat and earwax can easily transfer into the earbuds, which is not ideal. Cleaning is not that difficult when the headphones have removable ear tips. Just take them off and use soapy water to clean them if they are made from silicone or a damp cloth if they are made from foam. Check the nooks and crannies on the headphones, as they can accumulate a lot of dirt. Use an old toothbrush to dislodge it. Don’t forget to clean the headphones cable too, as it gathers dust and spoils too.

Activity tracker – an activity tracker that is worn regularly can get somewhat sweaty. Use a cloth soaked in warm water with soap but wring it out before that. Slide it down the straps, without cleaning the tracking device, as it usually isn’t waterproof.

By cleaning these gadgets on a regular basis, you can be sure they don’t become a germ central.

© Top TD Cleaning Company