Looking for Some Waterproof Cellphones? Here are the Top 5
Go wild without fear: With
these phones, have some walk in the rain, have a dip in a pool or sit in a jacuzzi.
It's becoming more popular than ever for companies to release
their flagship cellphone handsets being water-resistant. These phones don't
need bulky, rugged, "military-grade" cases, because they're designed
to withstand total submersion for a set amount of time. Or, at the very least,
can handle a bit of rain and snow.
At this rate, waterproofing is on its way to becoming an
industry standard, and soon, we'll all be jumping into the pool with our
devices. In the meantime, here're five high-end, splash-friendly phones
available in the market right now, that are worth checking out.
Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge
Samsung's current flagships, the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7
Edge, are sleek, with the S7 Edge model having a display that curves down on
its left and right edges. Like the LG G6, they're rated to IP68 standards,
which means they're technically more protected against water ingress when
compared to Apple's iPhone 7. Unfortunately, they're not covered for water
damage though.
Apple iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus
You might not like that Apple decided to ditch the headphone
jack, but doing so allowed it to literally plug a hole and offer an IP67 rating
on its latest phones. The iPhone 7 can be immersed in up to 1m of water for a
maximum of 30 minutes. Just keep in mind Apple's warranty still won't cover
water damage. So, while they're designed to be water resistant, if they're not,
it's your fault.
LG G6
LG's new flagship is the latest phone to offer waterproofing.
It has a non-removable 3,300mAh battery and wireless charging to ensure a tight
seal, and it promises an IP68 rating, which is good for both dust and water.
It's protected against water ingress to a maximum depth of 1.5m of water for up
to 30 minutes, as well as protected against dust ingress.
Samsung Galaxy S7 Active
Samsung's Galaxy S7 Active is basically like its sleeker
flagship but Samsung put an extra layer of protection on top of the display
glass to prevent cracking. It's meant to withstand falls from up to 1.5m.
Unfortunately, the original run had a flaw in the production line that caused
some S7 Active units to sustain water damage, but that flaw has been fixed, and
the phone is IP68-rated to sustain full submersion in about 1.5m for up to 30
minutes. It's also protected from dust and dirt.
Sony Xperia XZ
Sony hit it out of the park with its latest flagship, which
offers a 23-megapixel camera, a Snapdragon 820 processor, and a 5.2-inch full
HD display. It's also the latest handset from Sony's X range to be
water-resistant and dustproof. It offers IP68 so you can go into the pool with it
and leave it under the water for up to 1.5m for about 30 minutes.
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