Stop bringing your phone in the shower: How steam can ruin 'waterproof' phones
Phone manufacturers are pretty direct in their guidance on this one.
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September 26, 2026
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In short: Stop bringing your phone in the shower: How steam can ruin 'waterproof' phones
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Stop Bringing Your Phone In The Shower: How Steam Can Ruin 'Waterproof' Phones Listen to manufacturers and keep your phone out of humid spaces. Most current smartphones feature an IP67 or IP68 rating, with the second numerical digit representing water-resistance levels.
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