How to Clean Your iPod Earbuds
No wonder iPod earbuds get grimy—they’re in your ears every day. Now that we’ve grossed you out, here’s how to clean them.
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You Will Need
- Warm water
- Soap
- And two clean cloths
Steps
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Step 1
Remove from iPod
Remove the earbuds from your iPod.
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You can keep your earbuds spotless longer by keeping your ears squeaky clean.
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Step 2
Dampen cloth
Dampen a clean cloth with warm water and mild soap.
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Step 3
Wipe off dirt
Gently wipe off dirt.
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Take care not to get any water into the earbud itself.
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Step 4
Wipe away soap residue
Rinse the washcloth, wring it dry, and use it to wipe away any soap residue.
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Step 5
Dry with cloth
Dry the earbuds with another clean cloth.
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Listening to music with earbuds has been linked to hearing loss—when listening for extended periods, keep the volume at less than 50%.
