Apple says the iPhone Water Resistance 7: No guarantee with real water damage
The iPhone 7 holds first official from water and dust. (Picture: dpa, Monica Davey)
How wet can Apple's new generation of smartphones really are? A support document provides information.
After the appearance of iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus in the past week various YouTubers tested from the water resistance of Apple's new generation of smartphones. Probably the most extreme example came from EverythingApplePro : The Vlogger sank the phone for several minutes in ten feet of water, what it actually survived with minor damage - as opposed to a Samsung Galaxy S7 , which should be sealed actually slightly better according to the manufacturer.
If you want to know what really means used by Apple IP67 rating for the producer, now may have a look at Apple's support documents database toss. There, the company has published a new text which explicitly with the water resistance of iPhone 7 and iPhone deals 7 Plus.
iPhone 7 not to use jet skis!
The IP67 rating according to the IEC standard 60529 is therefore especially against splashes, help short water impacts and dust. Genuine water damage are still not covered by Apple's warranty - the phones are even once again have internal fluid sensors that can see in the repair service.
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Accordingly neither swimming nor Baden are explicitly allowed by the two new iPhones. Strong water pressure or water currents, as when showering, water skiing, wakeboarding, surfing or jet skiing keep the devices officially not out. Completely taboo is the sauna or steam bath with the smartphone. An "intentional immersion in water" is to be avoided as well as the use of the iPhone 7/7 Plus outside normal temperature ranges and in extreme humid conditions.
banned creams and fruit
must be dropping the new iPhone if possible not; also removing screws can decimate the water resistance (logically). Soap, detergents, insect repellent, creams, sunscreens or acidic fruits must be kept away. Is the new iPhone wet, it should first be dried with a lint-free cloth. Those who wish may use cool, dry air (such as a fan) to drain a possibly soaked Lightning port again. "External heat source" or the use of Q-tips to speed up this process, are unsuitable according to Apple.
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Loading may be the iPhone 7/7 Plus after a fluid encounter not initially. Apple advises to wait at least five hours, so that everything is dry. Water can also penetrate in speaker and microphone housing, which can ensure sound problems. Here helps to turn the iPhone on a cloth and wait until the liquid runs out. ( Bsc )