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<ul><li>IP ratings indicate a phone's level of resistance to dust and water.</li><li>Phones without an official <keyword id="9614269" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="IP-rating" source="Orion">IP rating</keyword> may still have some water resistance features, but it's best to avoid fully submerging them.</li></ul>In the past, water resistance was only available in heavy-duty phones designed for those in construction or extreme sports. Come 2023, and you can expect to find some degree of water resistance in most mainstream phones, including the <keyword id="10609587" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="iphone-14" source="Orion">iPhone 14</keyword> Pro, <keyword id="13884201" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Galaxy-S23-Ultra" source="Orion">Galaxy S23 Ultra</keyword>, and Google's Pixel 7 Pro.<br /><br />However, not all phones are capable of surviving a dip in water, and some should be kept away from liquids altogether. If you've recently purchased a phone, you've probably come across phrases like ‘water-resistant’ and the now-common IP67, IP68, or IPX8 ratings. <br /><br />What exactly do these ratings indicate, and more importantly, how waterproof is your expensive new phone?<br /><br />Let's break down the technical terminology and find out.<br /><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="What are IP ratings?" comment="subhead" text="What are IP ratings?"><span data-til="noop">What are IP ratings?</span></cmsannotation><br />IP68 is currently one of the most common IP ratings for smartphones in 2022. Let's take a closer look.<br /><br />The third character in the rating denotes the level of resistance to dust and outside objects, on a scale from zero to six. A five indicates ‘dust-protected,’ while a six means ‘dust-tight,’ according to the <keyword id="5056902" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="international-electrotechnical-commission" source="Orion">International Electrotechnical Commission</keyword>'s (IEC) rating guide.<br /><br />The last character in the IP rating denotes water resistance, ranging from zero to nine. A rating of seven signifies that a smartphone can be briefly submerged in shallow water, while a rating of eight means it can withstand deeper water but the increase in depth can vary. <br /><br />The iPhone 14 Pro and Galaxy S22 Ultra both have an IP68 rating, indicating protection against dust and the ability to withstand submersion in water. However, it's not as simple as assuming they have the same level of water resistance.<br /><br />According to the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), a device with an 8 rating should be able to withstand being submerged in at least one meter of water for 30 minutes. <br /><br />However, the depth and duration of water exposure can vary depending on the manufacturer. For instance, the Galaxy S23 Ultra can handle up to 1.5 meters of water for 30 minutes, while Apple claims that the iPhone 14 Pro can endure up to 6 meters of water for the same time frame.<br /><br />So, while phones with an IP68 rating have passed the minimum threshold of 1 meter and 30 minutes, it's crucial to read the details and determine the specific water resistance capabilities of your phone.<br /><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Is it safe to expose a phone without an IP rating to water?" comment="subhead" text="Is it safe to expose a phone without an IP rating to water?"><span data-til="noop">Is it safe to expose a phone without an IP rating to water?</span></cmsannotation><br />Why some phones don't have an IP rating and what it means for water resistance<br /><br />Obtaining an IP rating requires strict and costly testing to meet specific requirements, which is why some companies, especially those focused on budget models, may choose not to pursue it. <br /><br />Instead, phones like Motorola's Moto G50 may use alternative methods like rubberized seals or water-repellent nano coating to protect against moisture without an official IP rating. While these phones may withstand accidental water exposure, it's still important to avoid fully submerging them. If your phone doesn't mention water resistance, it's best to assume it has none and take extra precautions around liquids.<br /><br />SEE ALSO:<br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/how-is-gpt-4-different-from-chatgpt-and-what-makes-it-unique/articleshow/98688465.cms">How is GPT-4 different from ChatGPT, and what makes it unique?</a><br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/googles-new-ai-features-for-docs-gmail-and-more-to-rival-microsofts-workspace-toolsheres-what-it-means/articleshow/98657324.cms">Google’s new AI features for Docs, Gmail, and more to rival Microsoft’s workspace tools—here’s what it means</a><br />

IP ratings decoded: Everything you need to know about waterproof ratings on smartphones

<p><strong><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><p class="source"><span>Samsung</span></p><p class="caption">Samsung Galaxy S10 phones have the same water-resistance rating as other recent models of the phone.</p></div><p></p></div></div></strong></p><ul class="summary-list"><li><strong>Recent models of the <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/samsung-galaxy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Samsung Galaxy</a> phone, including the new <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/bi_031119_is-samsung-galaxy-s10-s9-s8-waterproof-water-resistant/https://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-s10/buy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">S10 models</a>, are water-resistant to a degree, but you should still use caution with these pricey devices.</strong></li><li><strong> All <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/bi_031119_is-samsung-galaxy-s10-s9-s8-waterproof-water-resistant/https://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-s10/buy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Galaxy</a> models dating back to the Galaxy S7 have the same water-resistance rating of IP68. </strong></li><li><strong> Damage or wear and tear caused by extended use can reduce the efficacy of a phone's water resistance, so take care over time to protect your phone.</strong></li></ul><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/bi_031119_is-samsung-galaxy-s10-s9-s8-waterproof-water-resistant/https://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-s10/buy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Samsung Galaxy S10</a> smartphones </span><a href="https://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-s10/performance/?cid=sem-mktg-pfs-mob-22119-22513&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMImLKz3pbw4AIVS-DICh0Vag6TEAAYASAAEgJLwfD_BwE&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds"><span style="font-weight: 400;">have an IP68 rating</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, which means they are resistant to ingress from dust and water-resistant to a degree. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The IP Code, which stands for International Protection Marking but is also commonly known as Ingress Protection Marking, is maintained by the </span><a href="https://www.iec.ch"><span style="font-weight: 400;">International Electrotechnical Commission</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, and gives consumers a shorthand way to understand their device's resistance to various types of damage.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The first digit refers to solid object ingression protection (from damage caused by your fingers to particles of dust), and ranges from zero to six. The second number refers to the water resistance of the device and ranges from zero to nine. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">No current smartphone on the market is "waterproof," as none are completely impervious to water damage.</span></p><h2><strong>The Galaxy S10 has the same water-resistance rating as other recent models of the phone</strong></h2><p><strong><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><p class="source"><span>Hollis Johnson/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">Samsung Galaxy models from the S7 to the new S10 (pictured) have an IP68 rating.</p></div><p></p></div></div></strong></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">All models of <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/samsung-galaxy">Samsung Galaxy</a> phone dating back to the S7, and including the new S10 models, have the same IP68 rating - meaning these phones can withstand being submerged in up to 1.5 meters, or nearly five feet, of water for up to 30 minutes.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"></span></p><p><em><strong>Read more: </strong><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/samsung-galaxy-s10-review-2019-3">Samsung's new Galaxy S10 is almost a master class in how to make a superb, premium smartphone</a></em></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The IP68 rating is applied to a new phone in perfect condition. Real-world conditions (using the phone, e.g.) can compromise its dust and water resistance. A crack in the case or a worn down seal around cord connection points could both create a potential entry point for water that could ruin the phone.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Also keep in mind that when the IP Code refers to water, it means fresh H2O, not salt water. And not other liquids, either, such as oils or fuel or certain beverages that could be corrosive.</span></p><h2><strong>Older Samsung Galaxy phones are not water-resistant</strong></h2><p><strong><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><p class="source"><span>Antonio Villas-Boas/Tech Insider</span></p><p class="caption">The Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Plus (pictured) is not water-resistant.</p></div><p></p></div></div></strong></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Any Samsung Galaxy phone released prior to the S7, which came out in March 2016, does not feature an IP rating and thus is not water-resistant. </span></p><h2><strong>The warranty on your Samsung Galaxy won't cover water damage </strong></h2><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">So your phone is water-resistant! Great news! But what if it suffers from water damage anyway, after the waterproofing measures fail or a crack in the case allows water into the phone - are you covered by Samsung's warranty? </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">"Unfortunately, no," a </span><a href="https://www.samsung.com/us/support/contact/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">customer service representative</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> told me, when I asked about the new <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/bi_031119_is-samsung-galaxy-s10-s9-s8-waterproof-water-resistant/https://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-s10/buy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Galaxy S10</a>. "Water damage and physical damage are not covered under the warranty offered by Samsung."</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Yes, your <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/bi_031119_is-samsung-galaxy-s10-s9-s8-waterproof-water-resistant/https://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-s10/buy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Galaxy S10</a> will probably do just fine if splashed or even submerged, and you can use it in the drizzle without much concern. But if the waterproofing fails and the phone is damaged or destroyed, it's time to get out your wallet, not your Samsung policy paperwork.</span></p><ul class="read-more-links"><li><h3>Related coverage from "<a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/tech-how-to">How To Do Everything: Tech</a>":</h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/is-iphone-7-plus-waterproof-water-resistant" data-read-more-link="" data-e2e-name="read-more-link">How to tell if your iPhone is waterproof or water-resistant, and to what extent</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/is-google-pixel-waterproof-water-resistant" data-read-more-link="" data-e2e-name="read-more-link">How to tell if your Google Pixel phone is waterproof or water-resistant, and to what extent</a></h3></li></ul>    <div class="margin-top">        <h3>NOW WATCH: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/samsung-galaxy-s10-phone-launch-what-to-expect-2019-2">Everything we know about the Samsung Galaxy S10, which could have 6 cameras</a></h3>        <div>                    </div>    </div>

How to tell if your Samsung Galaxy phone is waterproof or water-resistant, and to what extent

<p><strong><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><p class="source"><span>Hollis Johnson/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">The iPhone XS is Apple's most water-resistant phone yet.</p></div><p></p></div></div></strong></p><ul class="summary-list"><li><strong>The <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/iphone">iPhone</a> 7 and <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/bi_022819_iphone-waterproof-vs-water-resistant/https://www.verizonwireless.com/smartphones/apple-iphone-7-plus/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPhone 7 Plus</a> were Apple's first smartphones designed to be water-resistant, and all subsequent models are as well, to varying degrees.</strong></li><li><strong>Despite an IP67 water-resistance rating (or IP68 for <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/bi_022819_iphone-waterproof-vs-water-resistant/https://www.verizonwireless.com/smartphones/apple-iphone-xs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPhone XS models</a>), any <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/bi_022819_iphone-waterproof-vs-water-resistant/https://www.verizonwireless.com/smartphones/apple-iphone-7/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPhone 7</a> or later model of the phone can still be damaged by water exposure in certain conditions.</strong></li><li><strong>Apple's <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/iphone">iPhone</a> warranty does not cover hardware damaged by water, so the best bet is still to keep the phone dry.</strong></li></ul><p> </p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Your <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/bi_022819_iphone-waterproof-vs-water-resistant/https://www.verizonwireless.com/smartphones/apple-iphone-7/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPhone 7</a> or <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/bi_022819_iphone-waterproof-vs-water-resistant/https://www.verizonwireless.com/smartphones/apple-iphone-7-plus/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPhone 7 Plus</a> is not waterproof. Neither are any of the newer phones the company has released. But the <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/bi_022819_iphone-waterproof-vs-water-resistant/https://www.verizonwireless.com/smartphones/apple-iphone-7/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPhone 7</a> was Apple's first water-resistant smartphone. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The difference between waterproof and water-resistant is the difference between a piece of hardware that almost surely won't break even with extended exposure to water and one that almost surely will.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Here's how to tell how water-resistant your <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/iphone">iPhone</a> is.</span></p><h2><strong>The iPhone 7 and 7 Plus were the first water-resistant iPhones</strong></h2><p><strong><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><p class="source"><span>Hollis Johnson/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">The iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus.</p></div><p></p></div></div></strong></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The </span><a href="https://www.apple.com/support/products/iphone.html"><span style="font-weight: 400;">iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus were the first iPhones rated as IP67</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, which means the phones are resistant to splashes and can in fact be submerged in just over three feet of water for up to 30 minutes without damage. (For the record, the International Protection Marking, or IP code, was created by the </span><a href="https://www.iec.ch"><span style="font-weight: 400;">International Electrotechnical Commission</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and is assigned to everything from phones to watches to toys to tools.)</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Subsequent <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/iphone">iPhone</a> models including <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/bi_022819_iphone-waterproof-vs-water-resistant/https://www.verizonwireless.com/smartphones/apple-iphone-8/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the 8</a>, <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/bi_022819_iphone-waterproof-vs-water-resistant/https://www.verizonwireless.com/smartphones/apple-iphone-8-plus/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">8 Plus</a>, <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/bi_022819_iphone-waterproof-vs-water-resistant/https://www.verizonwireless.com/smartphones/apple-iphone-x/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">X</a>, and <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/bi_022819_iphone-waterproof-vs-water-resistant/https://www.verizonwireless.com/smartphones/apple-iphone-xr/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">XR</a> have the same IP67 rating. But Apple took this water resistance further with the new <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/bi_022819_iphone-waterproof-vs-water-resistant/https://www.verizonwireless.com/smartphones/apple-iphone-xs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPhone XS</a> and <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/bi_022819_iphone-waterproof-vs-water-resistant/https://www.verizonwireless.com/smartphones/apple-iphone-xs-max/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">XS Max</a>.</span></p><h2><strong>The iPhone XS and XS Max are slightly more water-resistant than previous models</strong></h2><p><strong><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><p class="source"><span>Hollis Johnson/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">The iPhone XS.</p></div><p></p></div></div></strong></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In case you were wondering, the latest <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/iphone">iPhone</a> models, </span><a href="https://support.apple.com/kb/SP779?viewlocale=en_US&amp;locale=en_US"><span style="font-weight: 400;">the XS and XS Max</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, took things a step farther and are IP68 rated, meaning they can withstand a 30 minute exposure in a little more than six feet of water. (I'd still recommend using your smartphone primarily on dry land, though. Or at least on a boat.)</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Now, you might think that if your phone can be underwater for a half hour, you don't have much to worry about from a bit of rain or a spilled glass of water. And you probably don't, in fact, but it's better to play it safe. Apple's warranty does not cover issues caused by water, so if your phone is damaged by water in spite of that water resistance, you're left holding the bag, so to speak.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">And over time, the water-resistant capabilities of your phone wear down. The rubber gaskets that seal out liquid at the lightning cable port, the SIM card slot, and around the buttons slowly degrades, losing water-blocking ability. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Also note that when we talk about water resistance, we're talking about clean freshwater, as far as Apple is concerned. They make no claims about the phone's resistance to damage caused by salt water or any other liquids, like coffee, motor oil, or Red Bull, to name a few of the fluids out there other than pure </span><a href="http://mentalfloss.com/article/501907/14-year-old-who-convinced-people-ban-dihydrogen-monoxide"><span style="font-weight: 400;">dihydrogen monoxide</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p><h2><strong>Prevent damage after your phone gets wet</strong></h2><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">And one note you need to make sure to remember: after your <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/iphone">iPhone</a> gets wet, whether from rain, a spilled beverage, or a total toilet submersion, don't plug anything into it until you are certain it's dry again. Connecting a charger or headphones via a wet port may well cause serious damage. </span><a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207043"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Apple recommends waiting at least five hours</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> before plugging anything in.</span></p><ul class="read-more-links"><li><h3>Read more:</h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-block-a-number-on-iphone">How to block a phone number on your iPhone</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-change-apple-id-on-iphone">How to change your Apple ID on an iPhone</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-rotate-a-video-on-iphone-edit">How to rotate a saved video on your iPhone with a simple edit</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-print-from-iphone-ipad">How to print a file from your iPhone or iPad in a few easy steps</a></h3></li></ul>    <div class="margin-top">        <h3>NOW WATCH: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-iphone-siri-shortcuts-save-time-hacks-2019-1">Here's how to use Apple's time-saving app that will make your life easier</a></h3>        <div>                    </div>    </div>

How to tell if your iPhone is waterproof or water-resistant, and to what extent

<p><strong><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><p class="source"><span>Hollis Johnson/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">The Google Pixel 3 is Google's most water-resistant phone yet.</p></div><p></p></div></div></strong></p><ul class="summary-list"><li><strong>While the original <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/google-pixel">Google Pixel</a> was not waterproof or water-resistant, subsequent versions of the phone are varying degrees of water-resistant. </strong></li><li><strong><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/google">Google</a> has improved the <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/google-pixel">Pixel</a>'s water-resistant rating with each subsequent model.</strong></li><li><strong>The <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/google-pixel-3">Google Pixel 3</a> has a rating on par with those of other new phones, like the iPhone XS and Galaxy S10.</strong></li></ul><p> </p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It happened: That $1,000 phone you bought fell into a puddle, and the old rice-in-a-bag trick isn't working. Unfortunately, water protection isn't always a given, though that is changing for newer phone models.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you're on the market for a new phone, getting a phone that's more water-resistant to being full-on submerged in water can provide peace of mind. (For what it's worth, no current phone is "<a href="https://www.trustedreviews.com/opinion/what-is-ip68-ip-ratings-explained-2947135">waterproof</a>" since none are completely impervious to water damage.)</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">But for those who are interested in a <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/google-pixel">Google Pixel</a>, here's what you need to know about the water-resistant specs for the phone's three iterations:</span></p><h2><strong>The original Google Pixel is not waterproof or water-resistant</strong></h2><p><strong><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><p class="source"><span>Hollis Johnson/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">The first Google Pixel models are not water-resistant.</p></div><p></p></div></div></strong></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If water protection is a key feature, keep looking: The original Google Pixel phone is </span><a href="https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570?hl=en"><span style="font-weight: 400;">not waterproof or water-resistant</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. But if you're looking to buy a brand new phone through the manufacturer, you don't have to worry about this at all: Google </span><a href="https://store.google.com/product/pixel_compare"><span style="font-weight: 400;">doesn't sell</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> the original Pixel model (or the first XL) anymore.</span></p><h2><strong>Google Pixel 2 models are water-resistant to a degree</strong></h2><p><strong><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><p class="source"><span>Hollis Johnson/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">Google Pixel 2 phones have a water-resistant grade of IP67.</p></div><p></p></div></div></strong></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">According to </span><a href="https://store.google.com/us/product/pixel_2_specs?hl=en-US"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Google</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Pixel 2 models have a "water-resistant metal unibody with a grade of IP67," under standards from the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), which sets the standards for things like waterproofing and dust-resistance. "IP67" means that the Pixel 2 can be submerged in up to a meter of water for up to half an hour, according to </span><a href="https://www.trustedreviews.com/opinion/what-is-ip68-ip-ratings-explained-2947135"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Trusted Reviews</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. (For those of us not yet on the metric system, that's about three feet.)</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">So while the Pixel 2 isn't 100% waterproof in all situations - and you shouldn't necessarily try to use it underwater - it can handle those common occurrences where your phone just slips out of your hand and into the kitchen sink. (Or wherever, no judgement.) </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It also comes with a </span><a href="https://store.google.com/us/product/pixel_2_specs?hl=en-US"><span style="font-weight: 400;">two-year warranty</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> if you buy the device through Google. Keep in mind, however, that the charger and any accessories to the phone are not waterproof or water resistant, according to </span><a href="https://store.google.com/us/product/pixel_2_specs?hl=en-US"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Google</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. </span></p><h2><strong>The Google Pixel 3 is slightly more water-resistant</strong></h2><p><strong><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><p class="source"><span>Hollis Johnson/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">Google Pixel 3 phones have a water-resistant grade of IP68.</p></div><p></p></div></div></strong></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Pixel 3, Google's latest iteration of the phone, has </span><a href="https://store.google.com/product/pixel_3_specs"><span style="font-weight: 400;">a rating of IP68</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, which means that it's slightly more water-resistant than its predecessor. It can withstand being submerged in up to 1.5 meters for 30</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">minutes, according to </span><a href="https://www.trustedreviews.com/opinion/what-is-ip68-ip-ratings-explained-2947135"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Trusted Reviews</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Again, the water-resistance doesn't apply to the phone's charger or accessories. But having that extra bit of protection may be a good idea for those who suffer from slippery fingers around expensive electronic devices. Especially if you're the type of skip on insurance, or yours doesn't cover water damage.</span></p><h2><strong>How the Pixel 3 stacks up to its competition</strong></h2><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For comparison's sake, both the upcoming </span><a href="https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/galaxy-s10/specs/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Galaxy S10</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and the </span><a href="https://www.apple.com/iphone-xs/specs/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">iPhone XS</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> carry the same IP68 rating as the Pixel 3. But Samsung </span><a href="https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/galaxy-s10/specs/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">specifies</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> that the Galaxy S10 is rated only for freshwater. Apple, on the other hand, has said that its IP68-rated iPhone XS </span><a href="https://www.apple.com/iphone-xs/specs/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">has a maximum depth of two meters</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Waterproofing is just one of many, many specs that help make a phone worth the expense. And on that point, Google's Pixel 3 rating is right up there with the other new phone models. But before you go forward with any purchase, be sure to check whether or not the warranty covers water-related damage - some manufacturers (</span><a href="https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/galaxy-s10/specs/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Samsung</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, for instance) won't replace your phone if it ends up getting waterlogged. 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<p><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><p class="source"><span>Hollis Johnson</span></p><p class="caption">If you have an undamaged Apple Watch Series 2, 3, or 4, you can swim with the device at a certain depth.</p></div><p></p></div></div></p><ul class="summary-list"><li><strong>All <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/apple-watch">Apple Watch</a> models are varying degrees of water-resistant, but none are waterproof.</strong></li><li><strong>This means that, with an undamaged <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077QGL597/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=bi_032519_apple-watch-waterproof-test-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B077QGL597&amp;linkId=d35d4c78d034c7cc0a6ff02a9ab234fa" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Apple Watch Series 2</a> to <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HDHLPBM/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=bi_032519_apple-watch-waterproof-test-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B07HDHLPBM&amp;linkId=8fe56cfb5237088145518f306f005414" target="_blank" rel="noopener">4</a>, you can use it when swimming at a depth of up to 50 meters, and that getting it wet on a rainy day is also fine.</strong></li><li><strong>But Apple does not recommend wearing any <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HDHLPBM/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=bi_032519_apple-watch-waterproof-test-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B07HDHLPBM&amp;linkId=8fe56cfb5237088145518f306f005414">Apple Watch</a> during certain activities, like scuba diving and waterskiing.</strong></li><li><strong>Here's how to tell the water-resistance rating of your <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/apple-watch">Apple Watch</a>, along with how to properly clean it and use it while swimming. </strong></li></ul><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As someone who's experienced the panic of having to quickly dry off an iPhone or MacBook after an accidental liquid spill (a potentially expensive mistake), I was a bit apprehensive when first exposing my <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07K39FRSL/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=bi_032519_apple-watch-waterproof-test-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B07K39FRSL&amp;linkId=04d22c28bf0b230e280de674bc8ede97">Apple Watch Series 3</a> to water. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In particular, this was because I hadn't looked into the matter much before getting into a kayak and paddling away, vaguely knowing my device was "water-resistant" (it did have workout options for swimming, after all) but not much else. </span></p><h2><strong>Apple Watches are varying degrees of water-resistant</strong></h2><p><strong><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><p class="source"><span>Justin Sullivan/Getty Images</span></p><p class="caption">The Apple Watch Series 4 (pictured) features the same water-resistance rating as the Series 2 and 3.</p></div><p></p></div></div></strong></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">All models of <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/apple-watch">Apple Watch</a> are indeed water-resistant, but not waterproof (</span><a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT205000"><span style="font-weight: 400;">as Apple is careful to distinguish</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">). </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In technical terms, the original Apple Watch and Series 1 have a water resistance rating of IPX7 under </span><a href="https://www.iec.ch/index.htm"><span style="font-weight: 400;">IEC</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (International Electrotechnical Commission) standard 60529, and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077QGL597/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=bi_032519_apple-watch-waterproof-test-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B077QGL597&amp;linkId=d35d4c78d034c7cc0a6ff02a9ab234fa" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Series 2</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07K39FRSL/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=bi_032519_apple-watch-waterproof-test-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B07K39FRSL&amp;linkId=04d22c28bf0b230e280de674bc8ede97">3</a>, and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HDHLPBM/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=bi_032519_apple-watch-waterproof-test-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B07HDHLPBM&amp;linkId=8fe56cfb5237088145518f306f005414">4</a> (the latest model) have a water resistance rating of up to 50 meters of depth under </span><a href="https://www.iso.org/news/2010/11/Ref1367.html"><span style="font-weight: 400;">ISO standard 22810:2010</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In short, wearing your Apple Watch while exercising (and thus exposing it to sweat) is okay, wearing it on a rainy day is okay, and even swimming with it is okay. But wearing it while scuba diving or water skiing (submerging the watch below a shallow depth or exposing it to high velocity water) is not. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you're still wearing a 1st generation Apple Watch or Series 1, however, you need to be a bit more careful. Apple does not recommend </span><a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT205000"><span style="font-weight: 400;">submerging your Apple Watch or Series 1 watches under water</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, though both models are splash- and water-resistant.</span></p><h3><strong>You probably shouldn't shower with your Apple Watch</strong></h3><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">While showering with your Apple Watch (<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077QGL597/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=bi_032519_apple-watch-waterproof-test-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B077QGL597&amp;linkId=d35d4c78d034c7cc0a6ff02a9ab234fa" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Series 2</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07K39FRSL/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=bi_032519_apple-watch-waterproof-test-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B07K39FRSL&amp;linkId=04d22c28bf0b230e280de674bc8ede97">3</a>, and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HDHLPBM/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=bi_032519_apple-watch-waterproof-test-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B07HDHLPBM&amp;linkId=8fe56cfb5237088145518f306f005414">4</a>) is okay in theory, you'll probably want to take off your Apple Watch during this particular activity because exposure to soaps, shampoos, conditioners, lotions, and perfumes can affect the efficacy of water seals and acoustic membranes (leading to muffled speaker sounds). The chemicals in shampoo and soap can also </span><a href="https://www.cnet.com/how-to/is-your-apple-watch-waterproof-it-depends/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">reduce your Apple Watch's water resistance as a whole.</span></a></p><h2><strong>Water resistance is a feature that can irreversibly fade over time</strong></h2><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Apple notes that </span><a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT205000"><span style="font-weight: 400;">"water resistance isn't a permanent condition and may diminish over time,"</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> adding that the Apple Watch cannot be rechecked or re-sealed for water resistance. The company lists a number of activities that can affect water resistance properties and should therefore be avoided.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The list includes dropping Apple Watch "or subjecting it to other impacts" (ouch), wearing it in a sauna or steam room, and exposure to soap (or soapy water), perfume, solvents, detergent, acids (or acidic foods), insect repellent, lotions, sunscreen, oil, and hair dye. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It's important to note that not all bands are water-resistant, like those made with stainless steel and leather. If you're planning on swimming or getting your Apple Watch wet, it'd be wise to </span><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-change-apple-watch-band"><span style="font-weight: 400;">switch out the band</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to something more water-friendly.</span></p><h2><strong>How to clean your Apple Watch</strong></h2><p><strong><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><p class="source"><span>Abigail Abesamis/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">If you have a band that isn't water-resistant, you'll want to remove the bands prior to cleaning.</p></div><p></p></div></div></strong></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Cleaning your Apple Watch is not only important for maintaining the quality of the product, </span><a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204522"><span style="font-weight: 400;">it also helps to avoid skin irritation</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Here's how it's done, according to <a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204522">Apple</a>:</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>1.</strong> Turn off your Apple Watch. Remove it from the charger, if connected.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>2.</strong> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-change-apple-watch-band">If you're using a band that isn't water-resistant, remove it</a>.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>3.</strong> Wipe the Watch clean using a non-abrasive, lint free cloth that's lightly dampened with fresh water.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>4.</strong> Alternatively, hold the Watch under a lightly running tap of warm fresh water for 10 to 15 seconds.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>5.</strong> Do not use soap or other cleaning products to clean Apple Watch.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>6.</strong> Dry the front, back, and sides of your Apple Watch with a non-abrasive, lint-free cloth.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">More cleaning tips, from cleaning the Digital Crown to the band, can be found on </span><a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204522"><span style="font-weight: 400;">this Apple Support page.</span></a></p><h2><strong>How to activate Water Lock</strong></h2><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Water Lock feature locks an Apple Watch's screen to avoid accidental taps during swimming and other water-based activities. There are two ways to activate this feature:</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>1.</strong> Start a swimming workout. Both Pool Swim and Open Water Swim workouts will automatically activate the Water Lock feature. Simply open the Workout app and tap Pool Swim or Open Water swim to begin.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><p class="source"><span>Abigail Abesamis/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">Choose your water workout.</p></div><p></p></div></div></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>2.</strong> Manually activate Water Lock by swiping up on the Watch face and tapping the water droplet icon. Upon activating the Water Lock feature, a blue water droplet will appear in the center of the Watch face.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><p class="source"><span>Abigail Abesamis/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">Tap the droplet icon.</p></div><p></p></div></div></span></p><h3><strong>And once you're done, here's how to deactivate it: </strong></h3><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>1.</strong> After a swimming workout, press the Digital Crown and side button at the same time. This will pause the workout. Turn the Digital Crown to unlock the screen. Then, swipe right and tap the X to end the workout.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><p class="source"><span>Abigail Abesamis/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">Turn the Digital Crown until the blue teardrop fills the icon.</p></div><p></p></div></div></span></p><p><strong>2.</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"> If you manually activated Water Lock, simply turn the Digital Crown until the blue teardrop fills the circular icon. 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