Stop bringing your phone in the shower: How steam can ruin 'waterproof' phones

Thanh Niên

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Water resistance doesn't mean a phone is safe from steam, especially when the device is frequently exposed to high temperatures.

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Many smartphones nowadays have an IP68 water resistance rating. This means that the smartphone can withstand continuous immersion in water for, for example, 30 minutes at a depth of 1.5 meters. However, taking your phone into the shower with you to put on some music while showering is a very bad idea: your phone can still sustain damage.