[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":375},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-current-article-en-liquid-detected-charging-port-alert-tips-pitfalls":3,"blog-related-articles-en":103,"nav-blog-article-translations-en-liquid-detected-charging-port-alert-tips-pitfalls":345},{"article":4},{"id":5,"documentId":5,"numericId":6,"locale":7,"translationKey":8,"title":9,"slug":10,"description":11,"cover":12,"coverAlt":13,"author":14,"category":16,"blocks":18,"createdAt":66,"publishedAt":67,"readingTime":68,"excerpt":69,"articleType":70,"difficulty":71,"featured":72,"heroSummary":73,"faq":81,"primaryCta":94,"seo":99},"gtwx3o8yhi76nhgajydes0xu",25,"en","","Liquid Detected in Charging Port Alert: Right Moves and Pitfalls to Avoid","liquid-detected-charging-port-alert-tips-pitfalls","Got a liquid detected alert in your iPhone charging port? Discover the right moves, common mistakes to avoid (like rice), and solutions from MediaStreet.","http:\u002F\u002Flocalhost:1339\u002Fuploads\u002Fliquide_detecte_47edbebd2c.png","Liquid detected alert showing on a smartphone screen while charging",{"name":15,"avatar":8,"role":8},"MediaStreet",{"name":17,"slug":8,"color":8},"Conseils",[19,23,33,36,45,48,53,57],{"id":20,"body":21,"__component":22},56,"## What to do if you see a liquid warning?\n\nIt's a classic situation that can quickly trigger panic when you're down to 10% battery: the famous **iOS error message indicating liquid in the charging port** (whether Lightning or USB-C).\n\nIf charging abruptly stopped and a warning pops up on your screen, don't panic! The MediaStreet team has put together this comprehensive guide to help you take the right steps, avoid fatal mistakes, and know when to reach out to us.","shared.rich-text",{"id":24,"title":25,"intro":26,"items":27,"tone":31,"__component":32},50,"1. First reflexes (test these in 2 minutes)","Before trying drastic measures, check these quick points:",[28,29,30],"Try another cable \u002F charger: The issue often comes from moisture on the cable plug itself.","Restart your smartphone: If the port is dry, a simple reboot often clears a stuck false alert.","NEVER force charging: Overriding the alert risks causing short circuits on the motherboard.","conseil","blog.summary-card",{"id":34,"body":35,"__component":22},57,"## 2. The rice myth and what to ABSOLUTELY avoid\n\nAt **MediaStreet**, we see dozens of phones damaged by this famous myth: *\"Put it in a bowl of rice overnight!\"* This is a terrible idea.\n\nRice is not an effective dehumidifier for electronics. Even worse, **starch dust and small grains of rice** get inside ports and risk permanently blocking the connector or speakers.",{"id":6,"title":37,"description":38,"items":39,"displayMode":43,"__component":44},"Common mistakes to eliminate immediately","Never attempt these methods as they will worsen internal damage:",[40,41,42],"No cotton swabs or paper towels: You risk leaving fibers on the metal pins.","No compressed air: The pressure will push moisture deeper inside the frame.","No hairdryers (hot air): Excessive heat can degrade internal components and seals.","atelier","blog.checklist",{"id":46,"body":47,"__component":22},58,"## 3. How to dry your device properly?\n\n1. **Clean the cable:** Carefully wipe the connector with a soft, dry cloth.\n2. **Let physics do the work:** Gently tap your phone against your palm (port facing down) to dislodge trapped droplets.\n3. **Be patient in a ventilated area:** Place your device flat in a dry, well-ventilated room. Wait at least 30 minutes to a few hours.\n\n> 💡 **Emergency backup solution:** If your battery is dead and you urgently need your phone, **use wireless charging (Qi \u002F MagSafe)**. This system is completely independent of the physical port and is 100% safe.",{"id":49,"question":50,"answer":51,"__component":52},172,"What if the port is dry? Watch out for dirt and bugs!","The alert triggers when an electrical resistance anomaly is detected between pins. Pocket lint packed at the bottom of the port can absorb ambient moisture and create a false contact. Turn off the phone and gently clean the bottom of the port using a wooden or plastic toothpick (never metal!).","blog.faq-item",{"id":54,"question":55,"answer":56,"__component":52},173,"What if the alert persists after drying?","Condensation may have caused oxidation or damaged the internal charging module. Stop by our MediaStreet workshop: our technicians will inspect the connector under a microscope and replace it with a certified part without needing a full phone replacement.",{"id":58,"eyebrow":59,"title":60,"description":61,"buttonLabel":62,"buttonUrl":63,"variant":64,"__component":65},49,"MediaStreet Workshop","Is your phone still refusing to charge?","Entrust your device to our experts for a quick microscopic diagnosis and a safe repair of your charging port.","Visit workshop \u002F Request a quote","\u002Fen\u002Frepair","reparation","blog.cta-panel","2026-07-23T14:12:09.341Z","2026-07-23T14:22:05.011Z",2,"Liquid detected warning in your charging port? Don't panic! The MediaStreet team guides you on how to dry your phone safely.","guide","facile",false,{"id":58,"title":74,"intro":75,"items":76,"tone":80},"In short: what to do when liquid is detected?","Is your smartphone refusing to charge due to moisture? Key takeaways:",[77,78,79],"NEVER force charging to avoid irreversible short circuits.","Forget about rice and hairdryers: these myths damage your internal components.","Air-dry your phone and use wireless charging in case of an emergency.","alerte",[82,86,90],{"id":83,"question":84,"answer":85},174,"Can I charge my phone if liquid is detected?","No, do not force cable charging. Use a wireless MagSafe \u002F Qi charger instead.",{"id":87,"question":88,"answer":89},175,"Does rice actually dry a phone?","No, it's a myth. Starch dust and grains risk permanently damaging your components.",{"id":91,"question":92,"answer":93},176,"How to clean a charging port safely?","Gently use a wooden or plastic toothpick, never use metal tools.",{"id":24,"eyebrow":95,"title":96,"description":95,"buttonLabel":97,"buttonUrl":63,"variant":98},null,"Unsure about the state of your charging connector?","Contact the MediaStreet team","conseiller",{"id":100,"metaTitle":101,"metaDescription":102},223,"Liquid Detected in Charging Port: What to Do? - MediaStreet","Moisture warning in your charging port? Follow the MediaStreet guide: first reflexes, pitfalls to avoid, and repair solutions.",{"articles":104,"meta":341},[105,194,216],{"id":106,"documentId":106,"numericId":107,"locale":7,"translationKey":8,"title":108,"slug":109,"description":110,"cover":8,"coverAlt":111,"author":112,"category":113,"blocks":114,"createdAt":163,"publishedAt":164,"readingTime":68,"excerpt":165,"articleType":70,"difficulty":71,"featured":72,"heroSummary":166,"faq":174,"primaryCta":187,"seo":190},"nq1kk8mc8zqekuntt9afv6k9",32,"Switching from iPhone to Samsung Galaxy: The Complete Data Transfer Guide","switching-from-iphone-to-samsung-galaxy-data-transfer-guide","Switching from an iPhone to a Samsung Galaxy? Discover how to easily transfer your data, contacts, photos, and WhatsApp using Samsung Smart Switch.","Data transfer from an iPhone to a Samsung Galaxy using Smart Switch",{"name":15,"avatar":8,"role":8},{"name":17,"slug":8,"color":8},[115,118,125,128,138,147,150,154,158],{"id":116,"body":117,"__component":22},77,"## Transitioning from iOS to Android made simple\n\nHave you just fallen for the latest **Samsung Galaxy**, but your previous phone was an iPhone or iPad? Don't panic: switching between iOS and Android is no longer the headache it used to be.\n\nToday, the **MediaStreet** team explains in detail how to successfully complete this data transfer using the official **Samsung Smart Switch** app, while avoiding common pitfalls!",{"id":107,"title":119,"description":120,"items":121,"displayMode":43,"__component":44},"1. Before you start: 3 essential prerequisites","Perform these settings on your iPhone to avoid any roadblocks or data loss:",[122,123,124],"Disable iMessage: Go to Settings > Messages and turn off iMessage (prevents SMS sent by iPhone contacts from arriving on your old phone).","Download your full-resolution photos: Go to Settings > Apps > Photos and check « Download and Keep Originals ».","Back up your WhatsApp chats: In WhatsApp, go to Settings > Chats > Chat Backup and run a manual backup.",{"id":126,"body":127,"__component":22},78,"> ℹ️ **Good to know:** For security reasons, the **Apple Keychain** (your saved passwords) cannot be transferred to Android. Apple-exclusive apps (like Apple Music) do not migrate directly, but their Android equivalents can be automatically downloaded from the Play Store.",{"id":129,"title":130,"intro":131,"items":132,"tone":43,"__component":32},69,"2. Method 1: Transfer via Cable (The fastest method)","This is the technique recommended by our MediaStreet technicians for its speed and stability:",[133,134,135,136,137],"Turn on your new Samsung Galaxy and begin the initial setup.","When prompted to copy your data, select « iPhone® or iPad® ».","Connect both devices using a suitable cable (USB-C to Lightning or USB-C to USB-C).","Tap « Trust This Computer » on the iPhone screen.","Select the data you want to transfer (contacts, photos, videos, messages...) and start the process.",{"id":139,"title":140,"intro":141,"items":142,"tone":31,"__component":32},70,"3. Method 2: Wireless Transfer","Don't have a cable handy? The transfer can also be done over Wi-Fi:",[143,144,145,146],"Download the Samsung Smart Switch app from the App Store on your iPhone.","On the new Galaxy, choose the « Wireless » method during setup.","Open Smart Switch on the iPhone, grant permissions, and tap « Wireless » (or scan the QR code).","Select the content you want to keep and launch the copy process.",{"id":148,"body":149,"__component":22},79,"## 4. The final touch: Retrieve iCloud & Customize\n\nDuring or right after the transfer, Smart Switch offers two very handy options:\n\n* **Import from iCloud:** If you have documents stored exclusively on Apple servers, you can sign in to your Apple account directly in Smart Switch to retrieve everything.\n* **Keep your habits:** The tool even adjusts display settings, keyboard layout, and the navigation bar so you don't feel disoriented during your first minutes on Android.",{"id":151,"question":152,"answer":153,"__component":52},207,"Can I transfer my WhatsApp chats from an iPhone to a Samsung?","Yes! During the Smart Switch cable process, a QR code will appear. Scan it with your iPhone to transfer all your WhatsApp chats and media directly to your Galaxy.",{"id":155,"question":156,"answer":157,"__component":52},208,"What if I stop receiving SMS messages from my iPhone contacts?","This means iMessage wasn't turned off before the transfer. On your old iPhone, go to Settings > Messages and disable iMessage (or use Apple's online deregistration tool).",{"id":159,"eyebrow":59,"title":160,"description":161,"buttonLabel":162,"buttonUrl":63,"variant":64,"__component":65},63,"Having trouble or stuck during your transfer?","A migration can sometimes stall (cable issues, large data volume, inaccessible iCloud account...). Our technicians will handle the full transfer of your smartphone safely.","Entrust my migration to the workshop","2026-07-23T14:48:39.133Z","2026-07-23T14:48:39.227Z","Switching from iPhone to Samsung Galaxy isn't a headache anymore! The MediaStreet team explains how to succeed with your data transfer easily.",{"id":167,"title":168,"intro":169,"items":170,"tone":31},68,"In short: how to succeed in switching from iOS to Android?","Move from your old iPhone to your new Galaxy without losing data:",[171,172,173],"Disable iMessage and download original photos on your iPhone before starting.","Opt for cable transfer for maximum speed and stability.","Back up your WhatsApp chats beforehand to restore them on the Galaxy.",[175,179,183],{"id":176,"question":177,"answer":178},209,"Do I need to disable iMessage before transferring?","Yes, to prevent text messages sent by other iPhone users from continuing to land on your old device.",{"id":180,"question":181,"answer":182},210,"What is the fastest transfer method?","Physical cable transfer (USB-C to Lightning or USB-C to USB-C) is the fastest and most stable method.",{"id":184,"question":185,"answer":186},211,"Are passwords from Apple Keychain transferred?","No, for security reasons, Apple Keychain passwords do not migrate to Android.",{"id":188,"eyebrow":95,"title":189,"description":95,"buttonLabel":97,"buttonUrl":63,"variant":98},64,"Need help setting up your new Galaxy?",{"id":191,"metaTitle":192,"metaDescription":193},230,"Switching iPhone to Samsung Galaxy: Smart Switch Guide - MediaStreet","Explore the complete guide to transferring your data, photos, contacts, and WhatsApp seamlessly from your iPhone to your new Samsung Galaxy.",{"id":5,"documentId":5,"numericId":6,"locale":7,"translationKey":8,"title":9,"slug":10,"description":11,"cover":12,"coverAlt":13,"author":195,"category":196,"blocks":197,"createdAt":66,"publishedAt":67,"readingTime":68,"excerpt":69,"articleType":70,"difficulty":71,"featured":72,"heroSummary":208,"faq":210,"primaryCta":214,"seo":215},{"name":15,"avatar":8,"role":8},{"name":17,"slug":8,"color":8},[198,199,201,202,204,205,206,207],{"id":20,"body":21,"__component":22},{"id":24,"title":25,"intro":26,"items":200,"tone":31,"__component":32},[28,29,30],{"id":34,"body":35,"__component":22},{"id":6,"title":37,"description":38,"items":203,"displayMode":43,"__component":44},[40,41,42],{"id":46,"body":47,"__component":22},{"id":49,"question":50,"answer":51,"__component":52},{"id":54,"question":55,"answer":56,"__component":52},{"id":58,"eyebrow":59,"title":60,"description":61,"buttonLabel":62,"buttonUrl":63,"variant":64,"__component":65},{"id":58,"title":74,"intro":75,"items":209,"tone":80},[77,78,79],[211,212,213],{"id":83,"question":84,"answer":85},{"id":87,"question":88,"answer":89},{"id":91,"question":92,"answer":93},{"id":24,"eyebrow":95,"title":96,"description":95,"buttonLabel":97,"buttonUrl":63,"variant":98},{"id":100,"metaTitle":101,"metaDescription":102},{"id":217,"documentId":217,"numericId":218,"locale":7,"translationKey":8,"title":219,"slug":220,"description":221,"cover":8,"coverAlt":222,"author":223,"category":224,"blocks":225,"createdAt":305,"publishedAt":306,"readingTime":307,"excerpt":308,"articleType":309,"difficulty":71,"featured":72,"heroSummary":310,"faq":317,"primaryCta":334,"seo":337},"dwk0zodu0vo81u9x2djcihl5",17,"LCD, OLED, or Original Refurbished Screen: Which One Should You Choose?","lcd-oled-original-refurbished-screen-which-one-to-choose","LCD, OLED, or Original Refurbished? Discover the differences in quality, price, and performance to choose the best screen for your repair.","Comparison between LCD, OLED, and Original Refurbished smartphone screen technologies",{"name":15,"avatar":8,"role":8},{"name":17,"slug":8,"color":8},[226,229,237,275,282,284,288,292,296,300],{"id":227,"body":228,"__component":22},33,"## Why is choosing your screen so crucial?\n\nWhen you break your smartphone screen, the first reaction is often to look for the cheapest repair. However, the quality of the replacement screen has a direct impact on your daily comfort: **brightness in direct sunlight, touch responsiveness, battery life, and color accuracy**.\n\nToday, repair shops mainly offer three screen qualities. Here is our clear and detailed guide to help you understand without any technical jargon.",{"id":230,"title":231,"intro":232,"items":233,"tone":43,"__component":32},34,"A closer look at the 3 screen types","To compare effectively, here is what lies behind each label:",[234,235,236],"LCD (In-Cell): Standard backlighting, very affordable price, but blacks are slightly grayish.","OLED \u002F Soft-OLED: Pixel-by-pixel backlighting, infinite contrast, and reduced power consumption.","Original Refurbished: Original manufacturer screen where only the top glass panel has been restored.",{"id":218,"title":238,"description":239,"columns":240,"rows":253,"highlightColumn":251,"__component":274},"Screen technologies comparison table","A quick overview of key features for each display technology.",[241,244,247,250],{"key":242,"label":243},"critere","Criteria",{"key":245,"label":246},"lcd","LCD (Budget)",{"key":248,"label":249},"oled","OLED (High Quality)",{"key":251,"label":252},"original","Original Refurbished",[254,259,264,269],{"critere":255,"lcd":256,"oled":257,"original":258},"Display Quality & Colors","Decent (Cooler colors)","Excellent (Deep blacks)","Identical to factory condition",{"critere":260,"lcd":261,"oled":262,"original":263},"Touch Responsiveness","Good","Very smooth","Perfect (Original component)",{"critere":265,"lcd":266,"oled":267,"original":268},"Impact on Battery Life","+10% to 15% more consumption","Optimized (Black pixel = turned off)","Manufacturer optimization",{"critere":270,"lcd":271,"oled":272,"original":273},"Price Level","€ (Cheapest)","€€ (Medium \u002F Balanced)","€€€ (Premium)","blog.comparison-table",{"id":218,"title":276,"description":277,"items":278,"displayMode":43,"__component":44},"How to make your choice based on your profile?","Check the box that best matches your daily usage.",[279,280,281],"Choose LCD if: Your budget is very tight, or if it's for a secondary\u002Fbackup phone.","Choose OLED if: You want to regain great visual comfort and save battery life at a fair price.","Choose Original Refurbished if: You want to preserve 100% genuine Apple or Samsung quality at a lower cost.",{"id":230,"body":283,"__component":22},"## Our repair shop's advice\n\nIf you own a recent iPhone (iPhone X and newer) or a Samsung Galaxy S-series, **we advise against installing an LCD screen**. These smartphones were natively designed for OLED technology. Installing LCD can cause your phone to heat up and drain its battery faster.\n\nThe best compromise to keep original performance while making an eco-friendly choice remains **Original Refurbished**: the display panel is 100% genuine, only the scratched or broken glass has been replaced with a new one!",{"id":285,"question":286,"answer":287,"__component":52},129,"Is OLED really worth the price?","Yes. OLED delivers true blacks because each pixel produces its own light. It consumes less battery on dark interfaces and offers unmatched reading comfort.",{"id":289,"question":290,"answer":291,"__component":52},130,"Is an LCD screen less reliable than an OLED screen?","No, an LCD screen is robust, but it is thicker and consumes more power. It also provides less contrast and slightly less accurate colors compared to OLED.",{"id":293,"question":294,"answer":295,"__component":52},131,"What exactly is an original refurbished screen?","It is an authentic manufacturer screen (Apple, Samsung...) recovered from a device. If display and touch work perfectly but the top glass was broken, we only replace the glass panel in our lab.",{"id":297,"question":298,"answer":299,"__component":52},132,"Which screen quality should I choose for an iPhone?","For iPhone 8 and older, LCD works totally fine. For iPhone X, 11 Pro, 12, 13, 14, 15, and newer, always favor an OLED or Original Refurbished screen to maintain the original Retina display quality.",{"id":227,"eyebrow":301,"title":302,"description":303,"buttonLabel":304,"buttonUrl":63,"variant":64,"__component":65},"Repair Workshop","Need to replace your broken screen?","Have your smartphone diagnosed by our experts. We will advise you on the best screen quality tailored to your budget.","Request a repair quote","2026-07-23T14:04:38.255Z","2026-07-23T14:04:38.373Z",1,"Is your smartphone screen broken and you're hesitating between LCD, OLED, and Original Refurbished? We clearly explain the differences to help you make the right choice.","comparatif",{"id":227,"title":311,"intro":312,"items":313,"tone":31},"In short: which technology should you choose?","Each screen technology meets a specific need and budget:",[314,315,316],"LCD: The most economical solution, ideal for tight budgets.","OLED: Vivid colors, deep blacks, and optimized power consumption.","Original Refurbished: Original Apple\u002FSamsung quality at the best value for money.",[318,322,326,330],{"id":319,"question":320,"answer":321},133,"Is OLED worth the price?","Yes, to preserve battery life and visual comfort on a modern smartphone.",{"id":323,"question":324,"answer":325},134,"Is an LCD screen less reliable?","It is technically reliable, but uses more battery and is less vibrant.",{"id":327,"question":328,"answer":329},135,"What is an original refurbished screen?","An authentic manufacturer screen with only the outer glass restored to new condition.",{"id":331,"question":332,"answer":333},136,"Which quality to choose for an iPhone?","OLED or Original Refurbished starting from iPhone X.",{"id":230,"eyebrow":95,"title":335,"description":95,"buttonLabel":336,"buttonUrl":63,"variant":98},"Still unsure about screen quality?","Ask our workshop for advice",{"id":338,"metaTitle":339,"metaDescription":340},215,"LCD, OLED, or Original Refurbished Screen: Which One to Choose?","Explore our full comparison between LCD, OLED, and original refurbished screens. 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