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When you go biking, having a smartphone like the iPhone® is vital for staying safe. You can use it as a handy guide for exploring trails or to call for help should you get lost. Despite its usefulness, it can fall prey to the dangers of uneven surfaces and harsh elements, which may lead to iPhone repairs. Here’s how to protect it.

4 Tips for Safeguarding Your Phone on Bike Rides

1. Gear It Up

Most mobile devices aren’t built to withstand the rough outdoors, and your iPhone is no exception. Before bringing it with you on a ride, ensure it’s protected against excess moisture, extreme temperature fluctuations, and a rugged environment. Invest in secure, hard-shell cases tested to withstand drops and weather shifts. Buy plugs for the jacks to keep out dirt and dust. Don’t forget the screen protector, too—a faulty screen is among the most common iPhone repairs.

2. Waterproof

iPhone repairsWhen you’re out riding, you’ll never know how wet your trip will be, even with a sunny forecast. Leave no chance for moisture damage by keeping your phone waterproof. As a quick-fix, store it in a transparent resealable sandwich bag so you can still use it around water. But for a long-term solution, buy a dry bag that’s water-resistant and durable to withstand any outdoor activity.

3. Invest in the Right Carrier

There are many ways to store a phone when biking—an online search reveals plenty of alternatives. If you use your phone for GPS, a top bar bag is suitable since it's clipped out of the way. Some models have transparent portions for viewing your phone on the go.

If you already have a hydration pack, you can stow your phone in one of its many pockets. Consider purchasing a saddlebag when you want a more reliable solution apart from carrying your phone in your clothing pockets.

4. Enable Remote Wipe & Backup

If you lose your phone on the trail, you need to perform a remote wipe of its contents, or you run the risk of fraudulent transactions and identity theft. Download a verified app and learn how to use it. In the same vein, enable backups on your cloud storage, so you’ll have photos and videos from your ride. Before leaving, back up the entire contents of your phone on the computer.

 

Should your phone fail to survive the biking trip, take it to the experts at Experimax Valdosta. Located in Lowndes County, GA, their in-house technicians are trained to handle all sorts of iPhone repairs. They also carry an extensive selection of refurbished Apple® products, in case you opted for the upgrade iPhone route. Call (229) 474-3299 today, or book an appointment for iPhone repair online.

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