Does your electronics beg for cleaning? Do it right (and quickly)!

A smartphone in hand for half a day, a laptop at our fingertips from morning to night, headphones in our ears practically every day – we use these things non-stop, but cleaning… that’s a topic often overlooked. It’s a shame because it’s not just about aesthetics or hygiene – dirt can affect the performance of the equipment and our health.

Logitech states clearly: cleaner devices = better performance + longer lifespan + fewer bacteria. Especially with headphones – they accumulate microorganisms that can cause infections or simply discomfort.

Before You Start

First, check what the manufacturer says – e.g., Apple, Samsung, Lenovo – because there are sometimes specific recommendations.

Get yourself:

• a microfiber cloth (important – no lint),

• cotton swabs,

• a soft brush (e.g., for teeth or makeup),

• compressed air (or a hairdryer with a cool setting),

• isopropyl alcohol (preferably 90%+),

• possibly: micellar water and distilled water.

• vinegar.

Protip: Isopropyl alcohol evaporates quickly and leaves no streaks – perfect for electronics. Just don’t pour it directly on the device. Always on the cloth. You can also wear gloves, as it dries out the skin.

Keyboard and Mouse

What’s collecting there… well, it doesn’t look good. Crumbs, grease, dust – a classic.

1. Unplug everything. Remove the batteries, cables, turn off the equipment.

2. Turn the keyboard upside down and gently shake it.

3. Use compressed air to blow the dirt out from between the keys (or a hairdryer on cold). A balloon pump works too.

4. Wipe the keys with a cloth and water or gently with isopropyl alcohol (test it on a corner first – to avoid wiping off the labels).

5. Mouse? Same – damp cloth, an antibacterial wipe can work too (but not soaked).

Screen

1. Dry microfiber – for basic smudges and fingerprints.

2. Harder stains? Make a 50/50 mixture of distilled water and vinegar. Wipe gently.

3. Do not use glass cleaners! They contain ammonia and can damage the screen.

4. Toilet paper/paper towels? Also a no-go – they can scratch the surface.

Lenovo says that vinegar works great for finger grease. HP warns against using alcohol on the screen – it can damage the protective coating.

Headphones and AirPods

Daily in your ears = a lot of wax, sweat, and bacteria.

Headphones with silicone tips:

• Remove the tips and wash them in soapy water.

• Wipe the sound part with a cotton swab.

• Sony advises against using wet wipes – only a dry cloth.

AirPods:
Prepare: a baby toothbrush, micellar water, distilled water, paper towel.

1. Dip the toothbrush in micellar water, wipe the mesh (where the sound is).

2. Wipe with paper, repeat 2 times.

3. Repeat the entire process with distilled water.

4. Dry for at least 2 hours.

5. Wipe the case with a damp cloth. The case? Clean it with a dry brush and wipe with alcohol.

Over-ear headphones (e.g., Bose):

• Wipe once a week.

• After training, must do.

• Remove the ear pads, rinse with soapy water.

Smartphone

Apple and Samsung make it clear:

• Use only a microfiber cloth.

• Do not use regular cleaning agents – they can damage the oleophobic coating (the one that prevents fingerprints).

• Isopropyl alcohol – okay, but be careful.

• No bleach, hydrogen peroxide, or other aggressive agents.

Regular cleaning of equipment is not a whim – it's a necessity.
Dust from the keyboard, wax from the headphones, streaks from the screen – everything can be managed in a few minutes.
You don't need expensive products – just microfiber, alcohol, and a little attention.
Take care of your devices just like they take care of your world every day.