Yesterday we saw a video which showed the new iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus submerged in water for over an hour, the handsets ended up fine at the end of the test.
Apple’s iPhone 6S and 6S Plus handsets are not designed to be waterproof and now we have another video testing out whether the devices are actually water resistant.
Initial Water Resistance Test
The guys from iDevice Help decided a slightly more extreme waterproof test for the new iPhone 6S Plus and put the handset in a swimming pool, have a look at the video below.
As we can see from the video, there is a big difference between what happens when the new iPhone is placed in a bowl of water and when it is submerged in a swimming pool. When the iPhone 6S Plus was placed in a bowl of water, it managed to survive without any significant damage. However, submerging the device in a swimming pool introduced a whole new level of challenge due to the increased water pressure and the presence of chlorine, which can be more corrosive than regular water.
Understanding Water Resistance in Smartphones
Water resistance in smartphones is a feature that has gained significant attention over the past few years. While many high-end smartphones now come with some level of water resistance, it is important to understand the difference between water-resistant and waterproof. Water-resistant devices can withstand some exposure to water, such as splashes or brief submersion, but they are not designed to be completely impervious to water.
Apple has not marketed the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus as water-resistant or waterproof. However, various tests, including the ones conducted by iDevice Help, have shown that these devices can handle accidental exposure to water better than expected. This could be due to the improved sealing and adhesive used in the construction of the phones, which helps to keep water out to some extent.
For instance, the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus have a silicone seal around the logic board and other critical components, which provides an additional layer of protection against water ingress. This design improvement, although not officially advertised as a water-resistant feature, has contributed to the devices’ ability to survive accidental water exposure.
It is also worth noting that water resistance can degrade over time. Factors such as wear and tear, drops, and exposure to different environmental conditions can affect the integrity of the seals and adhesives that provide water resistance. Therefore, even if a device initially performs well in water resistance tests, it may not maintain the same level of protection throughout its lifespan.
Source iDevice Help / YouTube
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