UK holidaymakers have been warned about three key dangers to their mobile phones while abroad, according to mobile specialists at Compare and Recycle. The warning follows a separate alert to British tourists planning all-inclusive holidays to Spain.
The three risks identified are saltwater corrosion, sand infiltrating the charging port, and heat-related overheating. Even tiny sand particles can cause significant damage, increasing the likelihood of malfunction or making trade-ins more difficult later.
Lee Elliott, chief product officer at Compare and Recycle, said: 'Our phones are a lifeline while we're abroad. We use them for navigation, keeping in touch with people and for spending money. Unfortunately, most phones aren't as durable as we think they are when exposed to sun, sea and sand.'
Holidaymakers are advised to take precautions such as keeping phones away from saltwater, protecting charging ports from sand, and avoiding prolonged exposure to direct sunlight to prevent overheating.
