Can I take my iPhone 12 in the pool?

Apple's iPhone 12 is water-resistant, so it should be totally fine if you accidentally drop it in the pool or it gets splashed with liquid. The iPhone 12's IP68 rating means it can survive up to 19.6 feet (six meters) of water for 30 minutes.
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Can iPhone 12 take underwater pictures?

Answer: A: No. The phone is not waterproof. It is moisture and dust resistant.
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Can I take my iPhone into the pool?

To prevent liquid damage, avoid these: Swimming or bathing with your iPhone. Exposing your iPhone to pressurized water or high velocity water, such as when showering, water skiing, wake boarding, surfing, jet skiing, and so on. Using your iPhone in a sauna or steam room.
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Can you use iPhone 12 Pro in pool?

The iPhone 12 Pro as well as the iPhone 12 Pro Max are waterproof. Similar to the iPhone 12 series, the Pro models are rated IP68 (maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes) under IEC standard 60529. Hence, you need not worry if you take your iPhone 12 to the swimming pool with you or to the beach.
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Is iPhone 12 really waterproof?

It has a rating of “IP68” which means they are fully protected from dust and can handle being underwater for up to 30 minutes at a depth of 6 metres. If your phone gets dropped in a puddle, a shallow pool, or wet from the rain, it will be just fine.
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is the iPhone 12 Waterproof? Here's the Truth



Is the iPhone 12 waterproof or water resistant?

Apple's iPhone 12 is water-resistant, so it should be totally fine if you accidentally drop it in the pool or it gets splashed with liquid. The iPhone 12's IP68 rating means it can survive up to 19.6 feet (six meters) of water for 30 minutes.
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Can iPhone 12 go in ocean?

While the iPhone 12 is not waterproof, it does have a water-resistance rating of IP68. According to Apple, that means all iPhone 12 models can be submerged in roughly 20 feet (6 meters) of water for up to 30 minutes without being damaged.
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What do I do if I dropped my iPhone 12 in water?

What to do if you drop your iPhone in water
  1. Turn it off immediately. Power off your iPhone as soon as possible. ...
  2. Take your iPhone out of the case. Take your iPhone out of its case to make sure it's totally dry. ...
  3. Ease liquid out of the ports. ...
  4. Remove your SIM card. ...
  5. Wait for your iPhone to dry.
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Which iPhone can be used in swimming pool?

These iPhone models are the ones that can be submerged in up to 6 meters of water for 30 minutes. Then we have the iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max, which can be submerged in up to 4 meters of water for 30 minutes. Finally, the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and iPhone 11 are submersible in up to 2 meters for 30 minutes.
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Can I take my iPhone 12 Snorkeling?

Note, the iPhone 7, 8, X, XR and SE are already waterproof to an IP67 rating, and the XS, XS Max, 11, 11Pro, 11ProMax, 12, and 12Pro to an IP68 rating, but neither is suitable for snorkeling; you will still need an underwater housing.
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Which iPhone can go underwater?

The iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus were the first iPhones rated as IP67, which means the phones are resistant to splashes and can be submerged in just over three feet of fresh water for up to 30 minutes without damage. Subsequent iPhone models, including the 8, 8 Plus, X, and XR have the same IP67 rating.
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How can I use my iPhone under water?

Before you hit the water, you still need to remember that you can't use your touchscreen when you're under. To take photos underwater on your iPhone, the volume key will be your new best friend — this is also called taking photographs in burst mode, which is what is needed when shooting fast moving objects underwater.
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Can iPhone take photos underwater?

Or can you take underwater photos with your iPhone? The good news is that modern iPhones can absolutely take underwater photos, provided you add some extra protection before taking the plunge.
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Can I bring my iPhone 11 in the pool?

The iPhone 11 is not waterproof, but it does have a water-resistance rating of IP68. According to Apple, that means the iPhone 11 can withstand being submerged in six feet of water for up to 30 minutes, while the iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max can be submerged in 13 feet of water for 30 minutes.
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Can iPhone 11 go under sea water?

What this means is that the iPhone 11 is almost wholly resistant to dust and dirt and can withstand submersion in water up to 1.5 meters (about five feet) in depth for about half an hour.
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How long does it take for iPhone 12 to dry out?

Leave your iPhone in a dry place with some airflow for up to a day. You can try to charge or connect a Lightning accessory to your iPhone throughout this period. It may take up to 24 hours to fully dry.
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How does Apple check for water damage?

iPhone and most iPod devices that were built after 2006 have built-in Liquid Contact Indicators that will show whether the device has been in contact with water or a liquid containing water. iPhone and most iPod devices are equipped with Liquid Contact Indicators (LCIs) that you can see from the outside.
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Does salt water ruin iPhone?

Salt water is highly corrosive and will damage a device. Apple suggests that you do not submerge your device in liquid of any kind. Water resistance and corrosion resistance are two separate things. The water resistance will stop water getting inside the phone, whether that is fresh or salt.
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Does iPhone have a water eject?

1. Assuming you've set up Hey Siri on your iPhone, simply say, "Hey Siri, water eject," and Apple's digital assistant will bring up the Water Eject menu. Tap Begin Water Ejection to proceed. Make sure you follow Tom's Guide on TikTok for more tips, hacks and hidden features.
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How long can an iPhone be underwater?

According to Apple, no iPhone should stay underwater for longer than 30 minutes. CNET did a lot of testing and believes that Apple is majorly downplaying the water-resistance of its phones, especially with iPhone 12. However, you do risk losing your warranty if you go against Apple's guidelines.
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How do you dry out an iPhone 12?

To dry iPhone, tap it gently against your hand with the Lightning connector facing down to remove excess liquid. Leave the device in a dry area with sufficient airflow. Placing the device in front of a fan blowing cool air directly into the Lightning connector may help the drying process.
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Can iPhone 13 go in the ocean?

Yes, you can snap photos underwater with the iPhone 13 but only up to a depth of 1 to 2 meters, so be careful. The latest iPhones have received an IP68/IP67 classification, which means they can withstand water for 30 minutes at a depth of 2 meters and 30 minutes at a depth of 1 meter.
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Can I take my iPhone 13 in the pool?

The iPhone 13 has an ingress protection rating of IP68.

It can be submerged in up to 6 meters of water for up to thirty minutes.
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Is 12 Pro Max waterproof?

Many Apple fans are wondering if the iPhone 12 Pro Max comes with a waterproof feature. Nevertheless, as of now, no smartphone, whether iOS or Android, comes with a complete waterproof feature.
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