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Phone IP68 ratings are misleading, offering limited real-world water protection

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The Ingress Protection (IP) rating system, particularly IP68, often overstates a phone's actual water resistance. While IP68 theoretically means a device can be submerged, the specifics of depth and duration are left to manufacturers, leading to varied capabilities. Furthermore, testing conditions do not replicate real-world scenarios like saltwater or chlorine, and physical damage to the phone can compromise its water resistance. Consequently, most phone warranties do not cover water damage, regardless of the IP rating. AI

RANK_REASON Article discusses the limitations and nuances of a technical standard (IP ratings) as applied to consumer products, offering analysis rather than a new release or event.

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Phone IP68 ratings are misleading, offering limited real-world water protection

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Deven McClure) ·

    Your phone may not be as waterproof as you think — here's why IP68 can be misleading

    Don't just jump straight into a pool with your phone, you savage.

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