The 9 dangers that lurk on your devices every summer

With the arrival of summer and the long-awaited vacation, we prepare to enjoy the beach, the pool, inland tourism... Sun, water, sand, high temperatures , etc. are common and essential elements of summer. However, these factors can become the worst enemy and threaten the lifespan of our gadgets : smartphones ,tablets , MP3/MP4 players , Bluetooth speakers , etc.

In this post, we'll show you the 9 most common dangers our devices will face this summer , so you can prevent potential damage:

• The sun can be a problem not only for our skin, but also for our beloved gadgets . Prolonged exposure to devices with screens (smartphones, tablets, eReaders , etc.) can cause pixelation and loss of color on the screen. Even if the exposure time is too long, the glass could crack. Therefore, it is advisable not to leave our devices exposed to the sun , storing them when not in use or protecting them from sunlight while in use.

• Water is another clearly harmful factor . And not just liquid water, but humidity as well can be highly damaging. It's also important to remember that seawater contains salt, and pool water contains chlorine , making their effects even more harmful, even for submersible devices . Therefore, we recommend protecting them with a waterproof or airtight case .

• The third contender is sand , especially beach sand, which is highly corrosive and causes the most damage to electronic devices . Not only can it scratch the screen, but it can also clog and prevent the charging and audio connectors from working properly. That's why, in addition to a good screen protector and case , there are small, universal silicone plugs for the audio and charging connectors of almost any device.

• Portable speakers are the perfect complement to listening to music at any summer party. But be careful with soft drinks, beer, or alcoholic beverages ; they are bad companions for these devices. To enjoy their power while minimizing risk , keep them away from any liquids .

• Children are adorable... but they can also become the terror of our mobile devices . With so much free time now that school's out, little ones spend many hours entertained with the gadgets we leave within their reach. Be careful! They can deactivate the tablet, mobile phone, delete songs from MP3/MP4 players, etc. We recommend using passwords on these devices.

• This time of year, travel increases . Added to this, we love to take our gadgets with us on trips and vacations. All of this increases the risk of malfunctions from falls and impacts. To minimize damage, it's best to protect your devices with cases and screen protectors .

• Outdoor activities and sports , such as climbing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, and so on, also deserve special mention. These activities also pose a risk due to the impact our devices can sustain. To avoid damage, it's best not to carry them with you when engaging in these activities . And if you do, protect them with cases specifically designed for these activities.

• Theft is another danger our electronic devices face. Unfortunately, these threats increase in the summer due to carelessness on beaches, pools, terraces, beach bars, and more. To avoid them, it's best to always carry them with you or in easily controllable pockets or bags . For the beach, there are also waterproof bags that allow you to take keys, money, and these small devices into the water without leaving them unattended on your towel.

• Finally, another major danger is battery wear, which is exacerbated by factors such as heat and increased usage . Therefore, we recommend carrying a portable external battery with universal connectors to ensure our devices never run out of battery.

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