What to do if you spill water on your PS4 controller?

Take out the battery and leave the controller in a warm, dry place for a few days. Use the various wet-phone tricks that litter the internet like a bag of rice, unused baby nappy or dehumidifier. If you are lucky, once the moisture has gone (it could take all of those several days) it may work.
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What to do if you spill water on PS4?

It's a good idea to keep the PS4 unplugged and turned off for at least 24 hours to give any remaining moisture a chance to evaporate. If you turn it on too soon, you may risk short-circuiting some of the internal components.
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Are PS4 controllers repairable?

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Can you clean a controller with water?

You can use a soft, lint-free cloth dampened with a little bit of mild soap and water, or better still, premoistened alcohol wipes. Do NOT use bleach and never spray any liquid directly onto your controller or console. Also, make sure you don't get any moisture inside the battery compartment.
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Can I wash my controller?

Alcohol wipes are preferable to soapy water because not only is alcohol a disinfectant, the wipes don't risk of dripping moisture or soap residue into your controller. (If you do not have alcohol wipes, you can soak a lint-free cloth in a mixture of mild dish soap and warm water.
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How long should a PS4 controller last?

A PS4 controller officially lasts for 4 to 8 hours. It has an official charge time of 2 hours.
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How much does it cost to fix a PS4 controller?

Costs associated with a non-warranty repair are handled on a case-by-case basis. Once received in our facility, a SCUF technician will thoroughly inspect your controller and email you a quote for getting your controller back to premium condition. Non-warranty repair services generally range from $19.95 to $85.
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Why would a PS4 controller stop working?

The controller's battery is dead. The controller was recently paired with another device, like a different PS4 or PC. The controller is too far from your PlayStation and is no longer connected via Bluetooth®. The Micro-USB cable that connects your controller to the console is faulty or disconnected.
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What to do if your PS5 controller gets wet?

What should I do if my controller gets wet? Immediately turn off the controller, remove any batteries, and let it dry completely before attempting to use it again.
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Can you clean a controller with wet wipes?

Step 1: Clean your controller thoroughly using non-alcoholic wet wipes or a clean damp cloth and leave it to dry. Step 2: Plan how you will place the rubber palm grips on the controller using the placement guide below.
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What happens if ps5 controller gets wet?

Spilled water on the controller. It's probably short-circuited, won't turn on.
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Can a PS4 with water damage be repaired?

The inspection fee is charged due to the work involved in cleaning the liquid damage from inside the console and the corrosion to the main board, etc before a repair can be carried out.
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How waterproof is the PS4?

A waterproof designation indicates that the item is completely impervious to water. Waterproof clothing is polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or has an acrylic backing to keep water out. Waterproof clothing features a repellent coating that makes garments impervious to water.
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Does water damage PS4 discs?

Unless if the water was at a very high temperature, chances are, water alone won't damage the PS4 discs, let alone any other discs. Anything with a high temperature can easily get the disc of any sort to start degrading, which will corrupt the data that the disc holds.
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Does Gamestop fix PS4 controllers?

Gamestop isn't a repair shop. They don't have a bunch of controller analog sticks and soldering tools sitting in the back of the store.
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Why do PS4 controllers cost so much?

Technological Features: PS4 controllers are equipped with advanced features such as touch-sensitive panels, motion sensors, and built-in speakers. These features contribute to the overall cost of manufacturing.
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Do PS4 controllers have warranty?

Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC ("SIE LLC") warrants to the original purchaser that this product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase.
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How long will a PS4 last?

Your PS4 should last for at least 5 years. Typically, it'll last much longer depending on these key factors: How often you use it. If you play games every day, there'll be more wear and tear on your console.
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Can I bring a PS4 on a plane?

Here's the official answer from the TSA themselves. Yes, you can. According to the TSA, you are allowed to bring your full-sized gaming consoles and handhelds on the plane as parts of your belongings. The same can be said for handheld ones, as they will be treated similarly to phones or tablets.
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How long does 1 battery last on PS4 controller?

Typically, the DualShock 4 lasts for four to eight hours of play per charge (typically on the lower end of that range), far less than the Xbox One controller or the Nintendo Switch Pro controller. Why does the DualShock 4 battery die so quickly?
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How do I clean my PS4 controller internally?

Here are some tips on how to clean a PS4 controller. To start with, remove the outer casing. If necessary, you can use a cotton swab and water to clean the inputs. For other interior parts, you can use isopropyl alcohol or a sanitizer.
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Is it OK to clean controller with alcohol?

Any solution that's 70 percent isopropyl alcohol or less is safest, though if it makes it easier, a 50/50 alcohol and water solution should work fine. You'll also want to avoid disinfectant wipes unless the controller manufacturer specifically says they're safe to use.
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Does rubbing alcohol clean controllers?

Microsoft recommends that you use 70% concentration or less of isopropyl alcohol to clean your Xbox controller, but I only have 99%, so will that damage my controller in anyway and will it be just as effective as the 70% one? No it won't hurt anything, it will work just fine.
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