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Is my phone waterproof? IP67 vs IP68 explained

By Nayeem, Software DeveloperPublished November 4, 2026Last verified November 4, 2026How we tested

Short answer

No phone is waterproof. IP67 and IP68 phones are water resistant: they passed lab tests in still fresh water. IP67 means up to 1 meter for 30 minutes. IP68 means a deeper test the maker sets, such as 1.5 meters on the Galaxy S25 or 6 meters on iPhone 12 and later. The rating wears down over time, and water can still muffle the speaker. If yours sounds dull after getting wet, run the water eject tool.

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An IP rating describes water getting inside the phone. Droplets can still sit on the speaker grille outside and block sound.

What do the two digits mean?

IP stands for Ingress Protection, defined by the international standard IEC 60529. The first digit is protection against solids and the second is protection against water.

Rating	Dust	Water
IP67	6: dust-tight	7: submersion up to 1 m for 30 minutes
IP68	6: dust-tight	8: beyond 1 m, depth and time set by the manufacturer
IP48 (recent Galaxy foldables)	4: not dust resistant	8: water resistant, per Samsung up to 1.5 m (5 ft) fresh water for 30 minutes

Official iPhone water ratings by model

Apple publishes the exact depth for every model in its support article on water resistance. Every rating below is for up to 30 minutes.

iPhone models	Rating	Maximum depth
iPhone 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17 series, 16e, 17e, iPhone Air	IP68	6 m
iPhone 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max	IP68	4 m
iPhone 11, XS, XS Max	IP68	2 m
iPhone 7, 8, X, XR, SE (2nd generation)	IP67	1 m

Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel

Galaxy S series: Samsung lists the S23 through S26 families (including FE models) as IP68. For the Galaxy S25, Samsung states the IP68 test was submersion in up to 1.5 m of fresh water for up to 30 minutes.
Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip: recent models are IP48, so they are not dust resistant. Samsung says they are not advised for beach or pool use.
Google Pixel: Google lists the IP rating for each model on its official tech specs page, and states that Pixel phones should not be submerged or taken into a shower, pool or bath.

Because an "IP68" label can mean different depths, check the spec page for your exact model rather than comparing labels.

Why a water-resistant phone still gets damaged

It wears down. Apple, Samsung and Google all say water resistance is not permanent and can decrease with normal wear, drops and cracks.
Lab water is not real water. Tests use still fresh water. Salt water, pool water, soap, jets and hot showers are different conditions.
Warranty usually excludes it. Google states plainly that water damage is not covered by the Pixel warranty.

Why the speaker sounds muffled even on an IP68 phone

A speaker needs an opening to move air, so the grille is never sealed solid. The rating is about keeping water out of the inside of the phone. Water can still sit in the grille openings on the outside, which dulls the sound until it drains or dries. Apple notes that speaker performance can be reduced until the water evaporates.

What to do if your phone got wet

Unplug it and wipe it with a soft, lint-free cloth.
If it was salt water, pool water or a drink, follow your maker's rinse advice before drying.
Hold it speaker-down and gently tap to let loose water drain.
Play the 165 Hz water eject pulse at a volume that still sounds clean, and stop if it rattles.
Let it air-dry. No heat, no rice, nothing pushed into the openings.
Charging alert? See liquid detected in charging port or Samsung moisture detected.

For a full iPhone walkthrough, read how to get water out of an iPhone speaker. Sound tones only help with loose water in the grille; they cannot dry the inside of a phone or repair liquid damage.

Standards & references

About splash, water, and dust resistance of iPhone 7 and later
Apple Support
Official IP rating and maximum depth for every iPhone model; resistance is not permanent and may decrease with normal wear.
Galaxy phones and tablets dust and water resistance (IP rating)
Samsung US Support
List of IP68 Galaxy devices; water resistance is not permanent and may diminish over time.
Care for your Samsung foldable phone
Samsung US Support
Recent Z Fold and Z Flip models are IP48 (water resistant, not dust resistant); not advised for beach or pool use.
Help prevent water damage to your Pixel phone
Pixel Phone Help (Google)
Pixel phones are water resistant, not for submerging; water damage is not covered by warranty.
Galaxy S25 product page
Samsung
IP68 based on lab submersion in up to 1.5 m of fresh water for up to 30 minutes.
Pixel phone hardware tech specs
Pixel Phone Help (Google)
Official IP rating for each Pixel model.

Frequently asked questions

+Is my phone waterproof?

No. Apple, Samsung and Google describe their phones as water resistant, not waterproof. The rating comes from controlled lab tests in still fresh water, and the protection is not permanent.

+What is the difference between IP67 and IP68?

Both are dust-tight (the 6). IP67 means the phone passed submersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes. IP68 means it passed a deeper or longer test that the manufacturer defines, so the depth differs by brand and model.

+Is an IP68 iPhone deeper rated than an IP68 Galaxy?

It can be. Apple rates iPhone 12 and later at up to 6 meters for 30 minutes, while other brands publish their own IP68 depth. Always check the official spec page for your exact model.

+Does warranty cover water damage on a water-resistant phone?

Generally no. Google states water damage is not covered by the Pixel warranty, and Apple and Samsung also note that water resistance can decrease over time with normal wear.

+Why does my IP68 phone sound muffled after getting wet?

The rating is about water getting inside the phone. Water can still sit in the speaker openings on the outside, which dulls the sound until it drains or evaporates. Apple notes this in its water resistance support article.