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Tips to protect a smartphone from water and heat damage this summer

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40 percent of smartphone users would rather go a day without water than be without their phone Summer is a time when school is out and Americans venture outdoors to escape the heat at a local beach, pool or lake, take a vacation to their favorite campsite or explore an unseen location. However, outdoor activities often require unique safety precautions to protect against heat exhaustion, sunburn, dehydration, swimming accidents and other hazards. No doubt, smartphones will be in tow and utilized to enhance outdoor experiences. So, just like precautions are taken for personal and family safety, U.S. Cellular recommends specific device care for water and heat exposure. “It’s smart to protect devices during outdoor activities, and to be prepared with a plan to recover and restore an iPhone 7, Samsung Galaxy S8 or any other device,” said Nathan Waddell, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in the Mid-South, “If a device is damaged by heat or water, there’s a risk that contacts, photos