It is common knowledge that Apple smartphones nowadays are water-resistant and can easily withstand submersion in shallow water or be used during rain. However, this protection becomes ineffective once submerged in deep water, as they are not rated to tolerate the intense atmospheric pressure present in deep water bodies such as rivers and oceans.
In a surprising incident reported by Apple Insider, an iPhone 12 was found in perfect working condition after three months of being submerged in the Stanislaus River in Northern California, covered in algae due to the extended underwater exposure.
For those unfamiliar, the iPhone 12 is rated IP68, allowing it to be submerged in fresh water up to 6 meters for only 30 minutes. This makes finding the model in working condition after three months quite surprising.
The diver, Lee, who found the iPhone, cleaned it up and set it aside for a few days. Later, after charging it, he discovered that it was working and had no password or biometric lock. He could tell that it had been in the water for almost three months, considering the last photos and videos were taken that long ago, and at the Stanislaus River itself. The diver plans to return it to the owner but so far has only found a few contacts on the phone.
It is important to note that intentional submerging is not recommended, as Apple provides no warranty for water damage. In some cases, like this one, the gaskets and water damage protection remain intact, allowing the phone to stay protected for an extended period. However, such instances are rare, especially when the phone is dropped in deep water bodies.
So, unless you can afford to lose the phone, never dunk your iPhone, or any other device with water resistance inside water. Occasional splashes, and rain should be fine though.
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