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Is the iPhone 13 Waterproof?
Not quite, but it’s splash- and water-resistant
By Yoona Wagener Yoona Wagener Writer, Commerce Editor Bowling Green State University Yoona Wagener is a tech editor and writer. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on December 17, 2021 Reviewed by Michael Barton Heine Jr Reviewed by Michael Barton Heine Jr Michael Heine is a CompTIA-certified writer, editor, and Network Engineer with 25+ years' experience working in the television, defense, ISP, telecommunications, and education industries.
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lifewire's editorial guidelines Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email iPhone & iOS Switching from Android The Apple iPhone 13 lineup comes with exciting features such as cinematic mode and a 120Hz refresh rate. Another primary attribute all iPhone 13 models share is protection against dust, splashing, and immersion in water—within limits.
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That means iPhone 13 phones are water-resistant but not waterproof.
Is the iPhone 13 Waterproof
No, the iPhone 13 isn’t completely waterproof.
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However, all iPhone 13 models, including the iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max, come with an Ingress Protection (IP) rating of IP68. IP ratings fall under the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 60529 standard, which rates how well devices hold up to dust and moisture. IP grades are the industry standard for electronics.
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You’ll find IP ratings on headphones, smartwatches, and various other personal gadgets. IP numbers come in two parts: Dust protection: The first number measures dust protection on a scale from no protection (zero) to wholly sealed off (six).Moisture resistance: The second number goes from no seal (zero) to complete protection against water pressure from multiple angles—and hot water too (nine). The IP68 rating on iPhone 13 indicates these phones are well protected against dust and are also water-resistant but not fully waterproof.
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What does that mean in real life? Whether you accidentally drop your phone in a pool or intentionally take your phone with you in water, your iPhone 13 should be okay.
Apple states all four iPhone 13 models can be submerged and protected in water up to 6 meters deep for up to 30 minutes.
Apple states all four iPhone 13 models can be submerged and protected in water up to 6 meters deep for up to 30 minutes.
Is There Any iPhone That Is Waterproof
No iPhone is entirely waterproof, but many models after iPhone 7 come with water resistance. Several of the newer iPhone generations share or come close to iPhone 13’s water protection.
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Models with the same IP68 resistance to splashing, dust, and immersion in up to 6 meters of water for a maximum of 30 minutes include:
iPhone 12iPhone 12 miniiPhone 12 ProiPhone 12 Pro Max If your iPhone is exposed to or dunked in water, Apple recommends drying the device by gently tapping it against your hand with the lightning connector facing downward. You’ll also want to avoid charging or using the Lightning port on your iPhone until it’s dry.
Some iPhones also hold the IP68 rating but can’t be immersed as deeply in water.
iPhone 12iPhone 12 miniiPhone 12 ProiPhone 12 Pro Max If your iPhone is exposed to or dunked in water, Apple recommends drying the device by gently tapping it against your hand with the lightning connector facing downward. You’ll also want to avoid charging or using the Lightning port on your iPhone until it’s dry.
Some iPhones also hold the IP68 rating but can’t be immersed as deeply in water.
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These models come with IP68 protection in up to 4-meter depths for 30 minutes:
iPhone 11 ProiPhone 11 Pro Max
Other iPhones can withstand only 2-meter depths for 30 minutes maximum. This list includes: iPhone 11iPhone XSiPhone XS Max
Several older iPhones cut back the water resistance further with an IP67 rating.
iPhone 11 ProiPhone 11 Pro Max
Other iPhones can withstand only 2-meter depths for 30 minutes maximum. This list includes: iPhone 11iPhone XSiPhone XS Max
Several older iPhones cut back the water resistance further with an IP67 rating.
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This rating offers dust protection and tolerance to submersion in 1-meter depths for 30 minutes.
iPhone SE (2nd generation)iPhone XRiPhone XiPhone 8iPhone 8 PlusiPhone 7iPhone 7 Plus
The above iPhones can also withstand everyday spills from beverages such as coffee, tea, and juice. If you need to clean your phone, Apple recommends avoiding soaps or detergents.
iPhone SE (2nd generation)iPhone XRiPhone XiPhone 8iPhone 8 PlusiPhone 7iPhone 7 Plus
The above iPhones can also withstand everyday spills from beverages such as coffee, tea, and juice. If you need to clean your phone, Apple recommends avoiding soaps or detergents.
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Can iPhone 13 Take Pictures Under Water
While iPhone 13 models can handle submersion in 6-meter depths for 30 minutes, you’ll probably want to think twice before taking your phone unprotected on your next snorkeling venture. Don’t leave anything to chance.
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Make sure you seal off your iPhone 13 against moisture by investing in a waterproof case. You might be OK with a simple plastic case in shallow water.
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Heavier-duty aluminum cases with a fully waterproof seal or mounting systems and lens attachments could be even better, depending on the type of photos you want to capture.
FAQ How do I make an iPhone waterproof? If you have an older iPhone model than the iPhone 7, you can't do much to waterproof your phone, as iPhones older than iPhone 7 aren't water-resistant.
FAQ How do I make an iPhone waterproof? If you have an older iPhone model than the iPhone 7, you can't do much to waterproof your phone, as iPhones older than iPhone 7 aren't water-resistant.
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Your best bet for protecting your device from moisture is to invest in a fully waterproof case and exercise caution around water. How waterproof is the iPhone 6S?
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Technically, iPhone 6S models aren't waterproof or even water-resistant, which is one way the iPhone 6S differs from the iPhone 7. However, users who opened up the iPhone 6S found some waterproofing in the design. These traits became more refined and official with the iPhone 7.
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