Trusting an IP68 rating and going into water could end in disappointment... the inconvenient truth about 'waterproof phones'

Even IP68-rated smartphones are not fully waterproof in pools, seawater, or prolonged submersion.

The point was raised that liquid damage is often excluded from warranty coverage.

Consumers may overtrust water-resistance ratings and face costly repairs after water exposure.

It’s important to check both the certification conditions and the warranty terms before relying on a device near water.