What to Do When Your iPhone Gets Wet

Apple continues to be one of the top companies when it comes to mobile technology. The brand has launched some of the most popular devices on the market, including the iPhone. Apple is known for its high-quality standards and attention to detail, which is why its products are so reliable. One of the features that sets iPhones apart from other devices is their ability to resist water or moisture in case they accidentally get wet.

iPhone models are available with varying levels of water resistance. The first generation iPhone, which was released in 2007, had a resistance rating of only up to 3 feet for 30 minutes. The iPhone XR has a rating of IP67, which means it can withstand water immersion up to 1 meter for up to three hours. Other models in the range include the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus with a rating of IP68, meaning they can withstand water immersion up to 1 meter for up to 30 minutes and the iPhone XS and XS Max with a rating of IPX8, meaning they can withstand water immersion up to 2 meters for almost 60 minutes. Talking about the new series of iPhone 14, all rated IP68 under IEC standard 60529, implying that they can be submerged to a depth of 6 meters for about 30 minutes.

Now the question is, what should you do if your iPhone is ever exposed to water for more than the mentioned duration?

Steps to follow to fix your wet iPhone

It can quickly become an unpleasant experience if your iPhone gets damaged due to any reason. Wet iPhones can take a lot of damage if it exceeds the above-mentioned durations- both internally and externally. If the water gets in contact with internal parts, it can short the circuits and cause irreparable damage.

Still, whether your phone has water spotting or it's just soaked through, there are a few things you can do to make it work like new again. So, don’t panic as it is possible to save your iPhone from minor accidental damages.

• Remove any external devices you've been using if they're plugged in. This includes both your charging cord and external speakers.
• Disconnect all cables from your iPhone, including the lightning connector, data cable, and audio cable.
• Remove the front panel if possible, and dry it off with a paper towel or cloth.
• Let your device dry completely for at least an hour before turning it on. You may also want to consider using a bowl of rice or a tortilla rice pack to help absorb extra moisture and quicken up the drying process.
• Connect your iPhone to power and wait for it to finish the startup sequence. Once it has loaded, attempt to restore or update your device if needed (see more below).
• If all else fails, you can attempt a reset by holding down both the Home and Sleep/Wake buttons concurrently until you see the brand logo appear on screen, then releasing both buttons. Don't worry if you forget what this looks like- just wing it!
• If necessary, contact Apple support for further assistance with your wet iPhone issue- they might be able to deliver you the right solution.

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