r/XboxSeriesX • u/DarthLigMauI • May 17 '24

Clean your boxes at least once a year guys Discussion

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u/slayermcb May 17 '24

I work in IT and i recommend that the average user never opens their Xbox. Most people don't even know how to clean the pocket lint out of their cell phones charging port. I sure as hell wouldn't want them opening their consoles.

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u/thiccitythicc May 17 '24

...what's the best way to safely clean pocket lint out of a phone charging port? Asking for a friend

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u/slayermcb May 17 '24

Personally, I use one of those Sim card pokers and go around the edges. Pull upwards and avoid putting pressure on the piece in the center. You can also use a paperclip if it's thin enough. Again, you really don't want anything that's going to push on the center piece when inserted.

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u/E2r4_Is_d3A9 May 17 '24

You could use the sharp end of those plastic toothpicks that have a string of floss on one side

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u/MunchamaSnatch May 18 '24

Ideally a soft plastic pick. Something nonconductive, and weaker than the connector inside the phone.

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u/RPGreg2600 May 19 '24

I usually use a wooden toothpick that I split down the middle with my thumb nail to make it fit nicely in there.