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Apple · Cleaning kits

Apple Polishing Cloth

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Why we’d pick it

Apple's own cleaning cloth and the one Apple names for nano-texture glass. It is a safe default for wiping fingerprints off any Apple screen.

Spec sheet

MaterialSoft, non-abrasive
UseAny Apple display, including nano-texture (Apple)
CompatibilityiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Studio Display and Pro Display XDR models per Apple list
CareHand-wash with washing-up liquid and water; air-dry at least 24 hours (Apple support)

Specs from the maker’s product page, checked 15 October 2026. Makers change specs — check before you buy.

Which devices it works with

Rule: Works with everything — Cleaning cloths, organisers and plug adapters that don’t depend on the device. Apple lists every current iPhone, iPad, Mac laptop, iMac, Apple Watch and Apple display (including nano-texture glass). Apple's nano-texture cleaning article says to use this cloth on nano-texture displays.

iPhone 34 work · 34 models
iPad 23 work · 23 models
Mac 45 work · 45 models
Apple Watch 20 work · 20 models
AirPods 12 work · 12 models
Apple TV 4 work · 4 models
HomePod & home 5 work · 5 models

Sources checked 15 October 2026

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