6 Not Cleaning It

Most typical iPhone users have really dirty devices. It’s true, and it’s nothing out of the ordinary. In fact, your phone likely has more germs per square inch than pet food bowls and toilet seats. But even beyond the sanitation issue, not maintaining your device can lead to other problems.

If you keep your iPhone in your pocket, for example, it’s likely that lint and other debris will get caught in the charging port. This can cause charging issues that are bad for the battery, or just simply prevent you from connecting via the port entirely. To keep your device clean and lint-free, use a soft cloth to wipe it down and a thin, non-metal (like a toothpick) to clear out your port.