The power jack at the foot of your phone collects all kinds of dust and dirt through its life, and this is one of the main causes of the device dying. Most of us think nothing of this, but if you actually clean it occasionally you’ll be able to substantially extend the phone’s lifespan, and get more value for money. Simply insert a syringe full of air into the power jack and inject the air. This will help you clear away the dust.
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