The HomePod mini or larger HomePod, as well as any other tech product or piece of furniture, can get dirty. That is why you always have to have a cleaning cycle to avoid future problems. Although, it should not be cleaned like any other piece of furniture or product because of how delicate it is. In this article we tell you how you can always keep it clean without breaking it in the long run.
Dust, your HomePod’s worst enemy
When the HomePod is used, it is always static in the same location in the home. This means that, like a simple piece of furniture or any other object that does not move or manipulate in a normal way, a lot of dust accumulates. This can especially be noticed in the mesh that surrounds the entire HomePod, which in the event that it is black, you end up noticing all the dust that accumulates much more. Obviously when the device is accumulating it can end up breaking since the mesh has different holes through which the dust can access in a relatively simple way. That is why the mesh should always be kept as clean as possible also in order to have the best possible sound quality since dust can hinder this feature. In addition to the mesh on the top you can find a touch surface where the accumulation of dust is also harmful to control.
But dust is not the only enemy and the excuse for having to clean the HoemPod frequently. The fact of having an environment loaded with bacteria and viruses means that they can be deposited on the surface, creating microbial populations. When it comes to touching it, it is possible that they pass onto your skin and in different situations you always have to have all these devices always disinfected. That’s why both dust and microbes will be the HomePod’s worst enemies when it comes to dirt. Here we explain how you can finish cleaning it correctly.
Avoid submerging the HomePod in liquid
The first thing you can think of to be able to clean the mesh of the HomePods, both large and small, is to dip it in cleaner. This is something to avoid in all cases. The first thing to know is that the HomePods do not have resistance to liquids so this is something that should never be done. Moisture is something that is not recommended although it can be seen as a simple fabric. This is because any liquid can leak into the internal part, directly affecting the components, causing future failures that would leave the HomePod totally unusable.
This applies when cleaning the surface of both the mesh and the touch screen. The use of abundant water in the superficial part also makes it possible to strain through the mesh by capillary action, doing the same effect. That is why as a general rule to clean the HomePod you cannot use any type of liquid to avoid internal problems. That is why it cannot be treated as if it were a normal product or a piece of furniture without further ado, since although it may not seem so a priori, it has enough electronics inside. The same applies to the cable that connects to the outlet, which for obvious reasons cannot be moistened to avoid short circuits.
Products to avoid when cleaning HomePod
When you want to clean the HomePod, especially to disinfect it, you can fall into using many disinfectant products. This is something that should never be used on any type of device and less on the HomePod. As a general rule, it must be taken into account that products such as bleaches that are normally used as disinfectants or ammonia must be kept away from the mesh of the device. This is because they are fully abrasive and can end up causing some major issues in the overall quality of the device both on the mesh and on the top that is a touch surface. Above all, you face abrasions in a significant way.
Specifically, Apple itself advises that glass cleaners, household cleaning products, solvents, ammonia or abrasive agents should be avoided. In case you want to disinfect the touch surface or the mesh, the only thing you can use is 70% isopropyl alcohol. In this way, you guarantee the elimination of microbial populations that may reside on your device without damaging it. In addition to 70% alcohol, on Apple’s website you will find the recommendation to use disinfectant wipes from the Clorox brand, which is not abrasive in any of the cases.
The correct way to clean your HomePod without damage
And after knowing that neither liquids nor many of the normal cleaning products can be used, the question is… How do I clean the HomePod? The truth is that it is quite simple and simple since you will only have to use a simple cloth in most cases. To prevent lint from being left behind on the mesh or on the surface of the HomePod, it is advisable to use a microfiber cloth. In this way, the best care is achieved in every way. In the event that the mesh is quite dirty, Apple itself recommends using a slightly damp cloth.
The importance of the word ‘slightly’ must be emphasized. As we have commented previously, the liquid must be avoided from the HomePod but in the event that there is enough dirt, the fact of having a well wrung cloth so that there is hardly any water makes cleaning much easier. But this must always be done very carefully to avoid precisely what we have discussed above. In addition, when it is being cleaned it is advisable to always turn it off from the power outlet momentarily, especially when the top panel is being manipulated. In this way, you avoid the fact that false touches are registered that would cause a song to sound suddenly or to invoke Siri.
By following these simple tips, you can finally have a speaker that is totally clean and free of any type of mite. And above all without having to spend money on cleaning products that can be expensive since with a simple cloth you can carry out the most intense cleaning.