Your Phone Is Dirtier Than These 5 Objects

By Bianca Consunji2013-05-06 19:56:32 UTC

It's a well-known fact that cellphones are dirty objects, but just how unclean are they? Fun fact: each square inch of your cellphone contains roughly 25,000 germs, making it one of the filthiest things you come in contact with on a daily basis. That's something to think about the next time you press your face to your phone.

SEE ALSO: 8 Ways to Give Your Gadgets a Spring Cleaning

Ever wonder what objects are actually cleaner than your phone? Surprisingly, toilet seats make the list because they're usually sanitized often. Watch the video to see how an average cellphone's bacterial count stacks up compared to other household items.

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