Most of us carry our phones everywhere, into the kitchen, the car, the office, and sometimes even the bathroom. The problem is that smartphones are one of the most frequently touched objects in our ...

Act quickly to remove debris to prevent phone malfunctions. Avoid paper towels for wiping screens; antimicrobial wipes are best. Consider using UV-C sanitizing machines for a clean phone; avoid ...

That screen you tap all day? It's gathering more than just fingerprints. Your phone is probably the dirtiest thing you touch all day. From sweaty gym sessions to bathroom breaks and everything in ...

Americans spend more than 5 hours a day on their phones, according to a December 2024 survey. With that much handling, it's no surprise your phone becomes a hotspot for bacteria -- in fact, it's often ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Americans check their phones 96 times per day - that's a lot of touching! If you haven't cleaned your devices in a while, spring cleaning is the perfect time for some much-need tech ...

NEW YORK (AP) — You're washing your hands countless times a day to try to ward off the coronavirus. You should also wash that extension of your hand and breeding ground for germs — your phone. Tests ...