Remove water from your phone speaker.
Phone speaker sounds muffled, quiet or underwater after a splash? Play the original 2:52 nBeats speaker-cleaner sound, then retest the audio.
Original water rescue soundnBeats Instant Speaker Rescue2:52 cyclePlay the speaker cleaner sound to help eject trapped water and clear muffled audio on iPhone, Samsung or Android.
Stop immediately if the phone becomes hot, the sound distorts, or the device swells. This cannot dry a charging port or internal liquid.
Thirty seconds of preparation can make the test clearer.
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Use this phone’s speakerDisconnect earbuds, speakers and Bluetooth audio.
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Point the grille downPlace a soft, dry cloth below the speaker opening.
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Run one complete cycleKeep the phone away from your ears and let it rest after.
It may move droplets at the speaker grille. It cannot dry the whole phone.
Independent reporting involving iFixit observed droplets leaving phone speakers during sound playback. The same testing showed that sound does not clear charging ports, buttons or internal cavities. Do not charge the phone until the port is dry.
Read the independent investigationWhat to know before and after
01Can sound remove water from a phone speaker?+
Low-frequency sound can move the speaker diaphragm and may push droplets away from the speaker grille. It cannot remove liquid from a charging port, buttons or the inside of a damaged phone.
02Is the nBeats water eject sound safe?+
Use the phone’s built-in speaker at a moderate, comfortable volume, keep it away from your ears and stop if the speaker distorts sharply. Never charge a wet phone while testing it.
03How many times should I run the water eject sound?+
Start with one full 2:52 cycle while the speaker faces downward. Let the phone rest, test normal audio, and repeat once only if the sound is still muffled.
04Does this work on iPhone and Samsung phones?+
The sound can be played through any modern phone browser. Results depend on where the moisture is trapped and the speaker design; no sound can guarantee recovery from liquid damage.
05What volume should I use for a water eject sound?+
Begin at a moderate device volume, confirm that sound is coming from the wet phone itself, and raise it only to a strong but clean level. Stop if you hear harsh mechanical distortion.
06Which way should the phone face during playback?+
Remove the case and hold the affected speaker grille downward over a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. Keep the charging connector clear and do not shake the phone aggressively.
07Can a speaker cleaner sound dry the charging port?+
No. The speaker and charging connector are different openings. Sound may move droplets near a speaker diaphragm, but a wet USB-C or Lightning port needs time and airflow according to the manufacturer’s guidance.
08Will this clear an iPhone liquid-detection alert?+
No. An iPhone liquid alert concerns the connector or attached cable. Disconnect the cable and allow the connector to dry; do not use the speaker sound as permission to charge.
09Will this remove the Samsung moisture-detected warning?+
No. Samsung’s water-drop warning protects the USB port. The speaker-cleaner sound targets muffled speaker audio and cannot clear the port sensor.
10What if the phone was exposed to saltwater, soap or a drink?+
Residue can remain after the liquid evaporates and may cause corrosion or blocked meshes. Power down when safe, avoid charging, and arrange professional inspection rather than repeatedly playing sound.
11Should I put a wet phone in rice?+
No. Rice does not reliably reach trapped liquid and particles can enter ports. Use a dry surface, gravity, natural airflow and the phone maker’s current support instructions.
12Can the sound remove dust from a phone speaker?+
Sound may loosen a light obstruction, but it cannot dissolve compacted debris and should not be described as a guaranteed dust cleaner. Never insert pins or liquid through a speaker grille.
13Why is the sound playing through Bluetooth instead of my phone?+
Disconnect earbuds, cars and Bluetooth speakers, then confirm the phone is the active audio output before starting again. The sound must play through the affected built-in speaker.
14Does a water-resistant phone still need drying?+
Yes. Water resistance is not permanent waterproofing, can decrease with wear and does not mean wired charging is safe while a connector is wet.
15How do I know whether the speaker needs repair?+
After the phone has had adequate time to dry, compare spoken audio, calls and the speaker test at moderate volume. Persistent crackling, silence, heat, power problems or worsening distortion needs qualified service.
16When should I stop and get professional help?+
Stop if the phone becomes hot, will not power on, was exposed to saltwater, has a swollen battery, or remains distorted after it has had time to dry.