PopSockets are one of the many trendy accessories that have appeared in recent years and their success is more than deserved. If you have one, you surely already know that it is very pleasant to use! After attaching it to your phone or tablet, you can play with the top of the PopSocket by stretching it out and then closing it again. However, it is possible that at some point you will want to remove it and attach it to another device. This procedure is very easy to do. All you have to do is stick your nails under the base and pull it lightly.
Steps
Part 1 of 2: Remove the PopSocket
Step 1. If the PopSocket has been extended, push the top of the accessory down
Do not try to remove the accessory from the device if it is still extended, otherwise the PopSocket may detach from the cradle during the removal process.
Step 2. Stick your nails under the base of the PopSocket
Press the nails on the sides of the base and push them until you have inserted them in the part underneath. You don't need to exert too much pressure, just enough to get a good grip on the PopSocket. At this point, you should feel that the base is detaching from the device.
If your nails don't fit under the attachment, stick a small piece of floss under the base
Step 3. Slowly detach the PopSocket from the device
Squeeze it lightly as you pull it. Proceed slowly and gently until it is removed. Try to detach it starting on one side and working your way to the other end.
Part 2 of 2: Clean and Reattach the PopSockets
Step 1. Rinse the base of the PopSocket with cold running water for 3 seconds
The PopSocket is small and already has very good adhesive properties, so you don't need a lot of water to clean it and get it to stick. Using too much water could lengthen the drying time (which should not exceed 15 minutes), negatively affecting its adhesive properties.
Step 2. Let the PopSocket dry for about 10 minutes
Let it dry naturally in the open air. Lay it on a paper towel or cloth with the sticky side facing up.
- Avoid letting it dry for more than 15 minutes or it will lose its adhesive properties.
- If it does not dry after 10 minutes, gently wipe a paper towel over the base.
Step 3. Reattach the PopSocket to the phone or other flat surface
Any flat, clean surface will do. However, keep in mind that it may not adhere particularly well to objects made of leather, silicone, or waterproof materials. Mirrors, windows, tablets and smartphones are the most suitable surfaces for attaching a PopSocket.
Let it sit for about an hour before extending or closing it. This will give him enough time to fully rejoin the device
Advice
- As you reposition the PopSocket, don't worry about realigning the design on its surface - you can change its position by rotating the top of the accessory after reattaching it.
- If your nails aren't long enough or you're worried about breaking, use a paper clip or safety pin.