Sand, Heat and Water. You have to protect your Gs from these three gadget breakers.
So I browsed the net and took some advice from this articles.
Keep your electronics out of the sun, because the cases don't protect from heat damage.
"It's still important you keep those devices in the shade when you're not using them," Boone said.
If you plan to relax poolside or near the surf, slip a piece of foam inside the case so your device will float if you drop it in the water, she said.
Any gadget with an open port, such as a headphone See headphones. jack or DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc.
The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. drive, is vulnerable, so make sure to close port flaps to keep sand out, Boone said. Take extra care with camcorders, which are particularly susceptible because of their numerous ports and moving parts, she said.
For more serious beachgoers, electronics designed for more rugged conditions are available, such as underwater cameras, said David Carnoy, an executive editor at the technology Web site CNet.com.
Some audio system manufacturers offer speakers made especially for the beach, but it's still a good idea to keep your equipment out of the sun, he said.
"You might almost buy a little umbrella for your audio gear to protect it in the shade," Carnoy said.
Store all of your devices in one place, like a cooler with no ice, to protect them from the elements _ not to mention curious children or oblivious volleyball players, he said.
Wipe your hands clean of sunblock sunblock Public health An opaque substance, usually formulated from zinc or titanium oxides, designed to completely prevent solar radiation from reaching the skin. See SPF rating. Cf Sunscreen. or tanning lotion before handling your electronics, especially those with rubberized skins that can become discolored.
After your fun in the sun winds down, allow your devices to reach room temperature before using them again; bringing warm gadgets into an air-conditioned room can create condensation, Boone said.
Also blast them with a can of compressed air compressed air, air whose volume has been decreased by the application of pressure. Air is compressed by various devices, including the simple hand pump and the reciprocating, rotary, centrifugal, and axial-flow compressors. to clean out any sand particles, she said.
If your gadgets do get dirty, soaked or fried, don't count on a refund or replacement _ most warrantees don't include damage from heat, sun and sand, Carnoy said.
"Unless it's a product that is already geared to provide some kind of protection, the warranty is not going to cover it," he said.
By following a few precautions, however, you can enjoy a summer full of surfside surf·side
adj.
Situated or sited at or near the seashore: surfside parties; a surfside road. tunes, photos and gab sessions.
"As long as you take proper steps to protect your devices, take them anywhere," Boone said.
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