#waterproof device

In dictionaries, waterproof is defined as “not allowing water to go through,” while water-resistant is defined as “able to resist water to a certain degree.” Reading it side by side, the two words seem to mean almost the same thing and are almost always interchanged when used to describe water protection. However, the two words have a difference to them that can save not only yourself but also your devices from water damage. ‘Water-resistant’ items can resist water, but not entirely prevent it from damaging the device. Water-resistance allows devices to undergo a very short exposure to water and must be immediately removed from the liquid and dried at once. On the other hand, ‘waterproof’ items are those that can be submerged in water and remain damage-free. The thing is, while devices may tout the word ‘waterproof’ when marketed to potential buyers, no device will remain waterproof forever. Most devices aren’t entirely ‘waterproof’ as there is no actual industry to certify if a device can survive being in the water for a long time. What the tech industry has that’s closest to a waterproof certification is an IP rating. Read more in our articles including "Waterproof vs Water-resistant: Quickly Explained" and "Samsung’s Galaxy Flagship Lineup: Which One Fits You Best?".