Waterproof Smartphones

Discussions center on the water resistance of smartphones, including IP ratings, challenges with maintaining waterproofing alongside features like replaceable batteries, user experiences with water damage, and recommendations for specific waterproof models.

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jhugo Jun 5, 2021 View on HN

The phone is IP68, so I would think the conductivity of the water is not a major concern unless there is some mechanical damage that impacts the waterproofing

philistine Apr 13, 2023 View on HN

Are you sure your phone is still waterproof?

kevin_thibedeau Oct 25, 2017 View on HN

Shouldn't a $1000 phone be waterproof?

raisedbyninjas May 21, 2022 View on HN

Waterproof phones with replaceable batteries exist.

777Blooms May 21, 2022 View on HN

Is there any good solution to this? An easily repairable phone that is also waterproof?

Zoomla Oct 31, 2013 View on HN

I was hoping for a waterproof device...

HPsquared Aug 16, 2024 View on HN

Waterproof Android phone would work.

_rutinerad Oct 6, 2023 View on HN

And keeping the phone as water resistant

Timon3 Jun 16, 2023 View on HN

Waterproof phones with replacable batteries might not be waterproof after the replacement - so why don't you just keep the original battery, and have a waterproof phone? Win-win for everyone.

chmod775 Sep 10, 2022 View on HN

Since the phone is sold as being water resistant, it probably won't be.