How to Clean Another Xiaomi Device: From Smartphone to Smart Home

Xiaomi devices are not just smartphones, but also smartwatches, fitness bracelets, wireless headphones, routers, TVs and even vacuum cleaners. Smartphone screens are covered in greasy footprints, speakers are clogged with dust, and smart gadgets lose sensitivity due to dirt. But cleaning each type of device requires a different approach - what is suitable for the Redmi Note 12 can harm the Mi Band 8 or Mi Mi. TV Q2.

In this article, we will discuss how to safely clean any Xiaomi device, from exterior surfaces to internal components (where possible without disassembly), what materials to use for different materials of the housing, how to clean the connectors and speakers, and what errors lead to breakdowns, and pay special attention to hidden contaminants that worsen the operation of the equipment, but go unnoticed, for example, dust in the router vents or leaks under the smartphone screen.

1. General rules of cleaning of equipment Xiaomi

Before you take on a napkin or vacuum cleaner, remember three key principles:

• 🚫 Never use aggressive liquids — alcohol above 70%, acetone, gasoline, or glass washing products — that destroy the oleophobic screen coverings and rubber seals.
• 💧 Moisture is the main enemy of electronics, even if the device is protected by standard. IP53 (poco X5 Pro, this does not mean that it can be watered with water.
• ⚡ Turn off power before cleaning any battery-powered devices — smartphones, headphones, smartwatches. Except for Mi Robot vacuum cleaners (cleaned when power is off, but without removing the battery).

For most devices, Xiaomi will suit:

• 🧴 Microfibre wipes (without pile) - for screens and glossy surfaces.
• 🪥 Cotton swabs (dry or slightly moistened with distilled water) - for hard-to-reach places.
• 💨 A compressed air canister (or a small rubber pear) - for blowing dust out of connectors.
• 🧼 Special wipes for electronics (for example, Xiaomi Screen Cleaning Wipes) – they are soaked in a safe solution.

⚠️ Warning: If there are visible damages on the device (cracks on the screen, dents on the body), it is better to trust the cleaning center. Dust and moisture can penetrate through microcracks and cause corrosion.

2. Cleaning Xiaomi smartphones and tablets

Redmi, Poco and Mi smartphones collect dirt on three levels: screen, body and connectors. Each needs a different approach.

Screen and cameras

The oleophobic coating on Xiaomi screens (such as the Xiaomi 13 Ultra) protects against fingerprints, but it wears itself off over time.

• 🧴 Use only dry microfiber for daily cleaning. Wet wipes - no more than 1 time per week.
• 🔍 To remove persistent stains (for example, from cream), moisten the napkin with distilled water (not tap water!) and gently wipe the screen without pressing.
• 📸 Cameras are cleaned with a dry cotton swab, moving from center to edge. Never blow on the lens with your mouth - saliva contains fats that will leave divorces.

Connectors and speakers

Port port USB-C, The headphone jack (if any) and the speakers get clogged with dust and villi:

1. Turn off your smartphone.
2. Tin it at an angle of 45.° and gently blow the connectors with compressed air (hold the canister vertically, at a distance of 5 cm).
3. For persistent contaminants, use a toothpick with cotton wool (not metal objects!).

Turn off the device|

Use compressed air (not your mouth)|

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⚠️ Note: If after cleaning the connector USB-C You've stopped recognizing the cable, check if the contacts are bent, and you'll need to replace the service connector.

Body and ends

Matte cases (for example, the Redmi Note 12 Pro)+) They clean with a dry brush with soft bristles, and glossy ones with microfiber. To remove sticky marks (for example, from stickers), isopropyl alcohol 70% applied to a napkin is suitable.

The ends of the smartphone (where the buttons and microphones are located) are blown with air, then wiped with a cotton swab. Do not use sharp objects - you risk damaging the seals of moisture protection.

3. Cleaning of Xiaomi smart watches and fitness bracelets

Mi Band, Mi Watch and Xiaomi Smart Band devices contact skin 24/7, So they're all loaded with sweat, fat and bacteria, and cleaning requires care, like the Mi Band. 8 has 5ATM Water protection, but that doesn’t mean it can be washed under a tap.

strap

Silicone straps are washed with warm water and soap (without aggressive detergents), then dried in air, the leather straps are wiped with a wet wipe and treated with a special skin cream.

Body and sensors

• 🧼 Wash the case with a wet microfiber (not wet!). Avoid water entering the charging socket.
• 🔋 To clean the charging contacts, use a dry cotton swab soaked in alcohol.
• 🩺 Heart rate sensor (on the back) clean with a dry wipe - moisture can damage sensors.

Deep cleaning.

If your watch or bracelet smells bad:

1. Remove the strap (if possible).
2. Place the case (without strap!) in a sealed bag of rice for 12 hours - the rice will absorb moisture.
3. Rub all surfaces with an alcohol solution of 70% (not higher!).

4.Cleaning Xiaomi wireless headphones

Xiaomi AirDots, Redmi Buds and Mi True Wireless headphones accumulate earwax, dust and sweat. Improper cleaning can damage speakers or microphones.

In-ear headphones

• 🎧 Mesh speaker clean dry toothbrush with soft bristles or compressed air.
• 🧴 Clean the body with a napkin with isopropyl alcohol (not ethanol!).
• 🔋 Contacts in the charging case are cleaned with a cotton swab dipped with alcohol.

Charging case.

The case is filled with pile and dust, and clean it like this.

1. Remove the headphones.
2. Blow the insides with compressed air.
3. Wipe the contacts and body with a dry wipe.

⚠️ Warning: If one of the headphones is quieter or no longer charging after cleaning, check if moisture has entered the connector. In this case, dry the device for 24 hours in a dry place (not on the battery!).

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Use an ultraviolet lamp to disinfect headphones (e.g. Xiaomi) UV Sterilizer: 5-10 minutes of processing kill 99% of bacteria without risking damage to electronics.

5. Cleaning up Xiaomi routers and smart speakers

Mi Router devices, Xiaomi AI Speaker and Mi Home Hub work around the clock, accumulating dust in the vents. This leads to overheating and reduced productivity.

External cleaning

The router body or speakers are wiped dry with a microfiber. To remove persistent stains, use a napkin soaked in soapy solution (1 drop of the product per 100 ml of water), then wipe dry.

Ventilation openings

Dust in the holes is removed with a vacuum cleaner at minimum power or compressed air. Do not use sharp objects - you risk damaging the radiator or board.

Deep cleaning of router

If the router starts to reboot or warm itself, the reason is a buildup of dust inside.

1. Shut down the power.
2. Remove the cover (if the model is collapsible, for example, Mi Router). 3G).
3. Blow the insides with compressed air, paying attention to the radiator and board.
4. Collect the device and check the work.

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Overheating the router due to dust reduces the speed of the Internet by 30-50%. Regular cleaning of the ventilation holes prolongs the life of the device by 2-3 years.

6.Bleaning Xiaomi TVs

Mi TVs TV Redmi Smart TV They require delicate cleaning, because the matrix is sensitive to pressure, and the glossy body collects prints, and the main mistake is the use of household chemicals that destroy the anti-reflective coating.

Screen.

• 📺 Dry the microfiber without pressing, vertically or horizontally (not in circles!).
• 💦 To remove stains, use special wipes for TV (for example, Xiaomi TV Cleaning Kit).
• 🚫 Never spray liquid directly onto the screen - droplets can leak inwards.

Body and back panel

Dust on the back is removed with a soft vacuum cleaner. Ventilation holes are blown with compressed air. If the TV is hanging on the wall, cleaning is done every 2-3 months (dust accumulates faster due to poor air circulation).

Ports and connectors

Ports HDMI, USB 3.5 mm cleaned in the same way as in smartphones: compressed air + If the connector is oxidized (green coating), use an eraser to clean the contacts carefully.

7.Care for Xiaomi's smart home devices

Mi Robot vacuum cleaners, Mi Air Humidifier humidifiers and Mi Air Purifier air purifiers need regular maintenance or they become sources of bacteria.

Robot vacuum cleaner

• 🤖 After each cleaning, clean the garbage container and filter (wash underwater, dry for 24 hours).
• 🧹 Brushes and rollers cleaned with a toothpick from wound hair.
• 🔋 Sensors and sensors wipe dry wipe (moisture will disable them).

Air humidifier

The Mi Air Humidifier tank produces plaque and mold.

1. Pour the water and rinse the container with a vinegar solution (1:1 with water).
2. Clean the membrane of the ultrasonic sprayer with a soft brush.
3. Dry all the details in the air.

8 What to do if the device does not turn on after cleaning

If after cleaning the gadget stopped working, act on the algorithm:

1. Don’t panic – 80% of the time, the problem is solvable.
2. Check for moisture: Put the device in a dry, warm place (not on the battery!) for 24-48 hours. Use a silica gel bag (balls of shoeboxes) to speed up drying.
3. Check the connectors: If the contacts are oxidized (green or white), clean them carefully with a lasticle. USB-C You can also clean a toothpick (carefully!).
4. Try Forced Reboot: For Smartphones: Squeeze Power + Volume up for 10-15 seconds. For smartwatches: plug in to charge and hold the button for 20 seconds.

Contact the service.

• The device is not responding to charging.
• On the screen appeared divorces or underdrawings (damage to the matrix).
• You can hear the smell of a burn (short circuit).