Everyone knows the feeling of panic when you accidentally drop your phone in the sink or the dreaded public toilet. But, the new iPhone 13 is waterproof right? Wrong!

The iPhone 13 is not waterproof, Apple markets the phone as water-resistant which is not the same thing! iPhones should be dried out immediately if they come into contact with water.

What is the difference between waterproof and water-resistant? If your phone does come in contact how do you properly dry it out? Keep reading to find out.

Is the iPhone 13 Fully Waterproof?

Water-resistant means some water contact will not destroy the phone. Waterproof means no amount of water can harm the device. 

The iPhone 13 is marketed as water-resistant in certain controlled environments, as such it is not considered waterproof and therefore should not be used as such.

Keep reading to find more about the water resistance of the iPhone 13.

How Much Water Can the iPhone 13 Withstand?

Now that you know the water resistant capabilities of the iPhone 13, you may be wondering to what extent it can resist water.

The iPhone 13 is tested to go 19.7 feet or 6 meters underwater, for up to 30 minutes and still be able to work.

Now, let’s see if you can put an iPhone 13 underwater without a phone case.

Can the iPhone 13 Go Underwater Without a Case?

iPhones are water resistant, not waterproof! A phone case will further protect your phone from moisture. 

If you live in an area with a lot of snow or water you should invest in a high-quality case. 

Can I Go Swimming With My iPhone 13?

Even though the iPhone 13 is said to be water-resistant it is important to note that chemicals and usual wear and tear will deteriorate the waterproof properties of the phone.

Apple does not recommend swimming with your iPhone, the waterproof aspects of the iPhone 13 are meant to prevent having to purchase a new phone due to being dropped in the water. 

Can I Take My iPhone 13 In the Shower?

Apple does not recommend bathing with your iPhone since soap, detergents, hair dye, and other chemical substances can damage your phone. 

If you have to take your phone with you in the shower you should place your phone in a waterproof sleeve and ensure that no water or steam is getting to your phone.

What To Do If You Get The iPhone 13 Wet

If you have accidentally gotten your iPhone wet and are now seeing the liquid-detection alert, don’t panic, it isn’t the end of your phone and can be fixed relatively easily.

This alert appears when the iPhone has detected water in the charging port, charging the phone when moisture is present can cause permanent damage and corrosion if it isn’t dried out.

Follow these steps to safely dry out your iPhone:

  • Tap your phone gently against your hand to remove any excess liquid. Make sure the charging port is facing down so that the liquid can run outAfter about 30 minutes attempt to charge your phone, if you see the alert appear again remove the charger immediately.Leave your phone in a dry area with airflow for up to 24 hours, during this time you can attempt to connect the charter but remember to remove it if the alert still appears.

Now you know what to do. But what shouldn’t you do? Keep reading to find out.

What Not to Do With a Wet Phone

There are also a few things to remember when drying your phone out.

Follow these tips:

  • Don’t use a heat source or compressed air as this can cause damage to the small pins located in the charging port.Don’t insert anything such as a cotton swab into the charging port, the cotton or other objects can snag on the pins making it impossible to charge your phone.Even though it was and still is a popular practice, do not place your phone in rice, this can allow small particles of rice to get lodged in the charging port.

If your iPhone is wet, that’s a problem. But what if it says it’s wet when you never brought it into contact with water?

Liquid-Detection When the Phone Hasn’t Been In Contact With Water

If you are receiving the liquid-detection alert but your phone has not been in contact with water it is possible that the cable itself is damaged and not your phone. 

If you receive this alert with a certain cable or accessory it is recommended that you:

  • Replace the cable or accessoryContact apple support if the problem continues

If you need to let it dry out, keep reading.

How Long Does the iPhone 13 Take to Dry?

It is important to towel dry the outside of your phone and allow it to dry for at least 30 minutes before attempting to connect a charger. 

iPhones can take up to 24 hours to completely dry out.

Now you know everything to do in the case your iPhone gets wet.

Conclusion

The iPhone 13 is marketed as water-resistant and not waterproof, it should not be used during swimming or showering. If the phone does come in contact with water it should be dried out to avoid damage.