6 Dinge, die Sie tun können, um ein wasserbeschädigtes iPhone zu retten

"Hi everyone! I accidentally spilled water on my iPhone 14 Pro yesterday and it won't turn on anymore. I was pretty sure I could restore the phone within 10 seconds, but it's not working! Is there any way to restore and repair a water-damaged iPhone?"

If you've ever accidentally dropped your phone in water or gotten it soaked in the rain, you're not alone. From a broken cup of coffee or water to dropping it in pools, bathtubs, or toilets, your iPhone can be damaged by water for a variety of reasons.

With newer generation Apple devices, contact with water is no longer an instant death sentence for your iPhone, as it once was. However, it can still lead to problems with your iPhone, such as...

• Liquid droplets flowing inside the iPhone screen
• Problems with the charging port or the iPhone cannot be charged.
• No sound or distorted sound.
• Blurry images due to moisture in the camera lens.
• The inside of the device is corroded.

Although the new iPhones are water-resistant, that doesn't mean they're completely immune to water. Since they are electronic devices, water can seriously damage them.

This article will provide some proven methods for repairing a water-damaged iPhone. First, however, you should understand how water-resistant your iPhone is.

Is my iPhone waterproof?

The water resistance of smartphones is assessed using the "Ingress Protection" code, also known as IP rating.

This rating consists of two numbers: The first number represents protection against solid objects such as dust, the second represents protection against liquids, primarily water. The iPhone 12, for example, has an IP68 rating, meaning it offers six levels of protection against solid objects and eight levels of protection against liquids.

There are several types of IP protection ratings, but IP67 and IP68 are mainly used for iPhones.

• IP67 - A device with this classification can be submerged in water up to 1 meter deep for up to 30 minutes.
• IP68 - The iPhone with IP68 certification can be submerged in water up to 2 meters deep for up to 30 minutes.

Here is a list of the latest iPhone generations with their IP rating.

• iPhone 15/15 Plus/ 15 Pro/ 15 Pro Max - IP68
• iPhone 14/14 Plus/ 14 Pro/ 14 Pro Max - IP68
• iPhone13/ 13 Mini/ 13 Pro / 13 Pro Max - IP68
• iPhone12/ 12 Mini/ 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max - IP68
• iPhone 11/ 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max - IP68
• iPhone XS/ XS Max - IP68
• iPhone X/XR /8/8 Plus /7 /7 Plus/ SE (2^nd Generation) - IP67

What should you not do?

Even though most iPhones are water-resistant to some degree, that doesn't mean an iPhone dropped in a swimming pool or a bucket of water is immune to damage. Furthermore, not every repair step will fix water damage to your iPhone, and some can even make things worse. Before we look at possible steps to save your water-damaged iPhone, let's first look at some things that will definitely worsen the situation and should be avoided at all costs.

1. Do not turn on your iPhone

Your iPhone will automatically shut down if it falls into water. However, you should manually shut it down if it doesn't. Do not turn your phone back on until you are certain that all water or moisture has completely dried, both inside and out. Turning on a water-damaged iPhone can allow water to enter the device and cause it to malfunction.

2. Plug it in or use the charging port in any way you like.

You should also avoid charging your iPhone battery, as this could cause a short circuit or even a fire, which could result in a blaze. Regardless of how water-resistant your iPhone is, it's best not to plug it in if it's wet or water-damaged.

3. Do not use hot air to dry your iPhone.

Using a hairdryer to dry your iPhone with hot air can further damage your device. Hot air can heat your iPhone to an unbearable level, making it unsuitable for the device's hardware. Also avoid drying your iPhone with a space heater or a range hood.

Steps you can take to save your water-damaged iPhone

If you drop your iPhone into water, the following methods can protect it from potential damage.

1. Take it out and turn it off immediately.

Remove your iPhone from the water immediately. Turn it off immediately after data recovery. If your iPhone is protected by a case or screen protector, remove it, as these may contain moisture. Use a paper towel or cotton cloth to wipe the outside of the iPhone.

2. Remove the SIM card

After drying the outside of your iPhone, remove the SIM card tray if you are not using an eSIM. Although SIM cards are sealed to be waterproof, it's helpful to remove them. Use a paper towel to dry the SIM card and the tray.

3. Dry your iPhone

While Apple recommends simply wiping or tapping out excess water from the ports, we recommend the following methods to ensure your iPhone is as dry as possible.

• Place it in a dry place.

You need to keep the iPhone in a warm, dry place so the water inside can evaporate. Place it near a window with decent sunlight, but don't expose it to too much direct sunlight.

• Add to the uncooked rice

The trick with uncooked rice used to be the best way to dry visible liquid inside an iPhone, as rice quickly absorbs moisture. Place the iPhone in a bag or bowl of rice for a day or two to ensure that any traces of water inside the phone are completely absorbed. However, this method is somewhat risky, as uncooked rice can push grains and dust into your device's charging port.

• Dry it with silica gel packets.

If water has seeped inside your iPhone, try burying it in a stack of silica gel packets in an airtight container. This will help absorb the moisture from inside your iPhone. Using silica gel packets is a safer alternative to drying a wet iPhone with uncooked rice, as they won't clog the ports.

• Use a hairdryer (if it has a cool air setting).

If your hairdryer has a cool air setting, you can use it to dry your wet iPhone. When drying the iPhone, set it to a low setting and hold the iPhone at a distance to prevent damage from the airflow.

Or you can hold your iPhone under a cool fan to dry it.

4. Disassemble the phone and let it air dry.

If drying your iPhone with uncooked rice or a silica gel pack doesn't work, you should consider disassembling the device as a last resort. You can open the device using DIY repair tips to dry it, or you can contact a trusted tech expert.

Caution ! We advise against disassembling the iPhone using DIY tips, as this could worsen the problem.

Carefully disassemble your iPhone, let it air dry, and reassemble it after a few hours. If the internal liquid contact indicators have already shown water damage, opening the phone will also void the warranty.

5. Check if your warranty is still valid.

If all the above measures are insufficient to protect your iPhone from water damage, you need to check if the device is still under warranty. If so, contact your manufacturer and request a repair or replacement. If it's expired, visit an Apple Genius Bar to have your phone repaired.

6. Take the phone to an authorized repair shop.

The longer you wait to take your iPhone to an Apple Genius Bar, the more damage it will sustain. If you cannot dry your wet iPhone using the manual methods mentioned above, you should visit an Apple Genius Bar as soon as possible to have it repaired and minimize the risk of further damage.

How can I find out if your iPhone has water damage?

The Liquid Contact Indicator (LCI) is the new way to determine if your iPhone has suffered water damage. An LCI is typically white or silver; however, when it comes into contact with water or another liquid, it turns red.

Take a look at the table to find out where the ads are placed on your iPhone, depending on the model.

How can I recover data from a water-damaged iPhone?

Once you've turned your water-damaged iPhone back on after it has dried, it's possible to recover data. There are two ways to recover lost data from water-damaged iPhones: backup services or professional iPhone data recovery software .

Let's take a look at different scenarios where you can recover data from a water-damaged iPhone:

The iPhone won't turn on.

If your iPhone still won't turn on after drying it using the tips above, it has likely suffered a short circuit or the water has damaged some of its internal components. In this case, use any backup service to restore your iPhone data.

If you have iCloud backup enabled on your iPhone, you can easily restore your data. You can visit the official iCloud website and log in to your account to save the lost data to your computer. Alternatively, you can set up your new iPhone with your existing iCloud credentials to restore the data from your previous iPhone.

iPhone starts up, but data is lost.

If you turn your iPhone back on but the data is lost, try setting up your phone with an existing iCloud account to restore the data. However, if you haven't enabled iCloud backup, you should use reliable iPhone data recovery software like Stellar Data Recovery for iPhone. This software recovers deleted/lost photos, videos, audio files, messages, voice memos, calendars, and more from iPhones, iPads, and iTunes files.

The software supports data recovery for all data loss scenarios, such as water-damaged devices, accidental deletion, failed iOS updates, iPhones stuck in recovery mode, etc. This data recovery software is compatible with all iPad and iPhone models, including the iPhone 15/14/13/12/11 series and earlier.

Conclusion

We hope you can repair your water-damaged iPhone after following the advice above. However, it's best to take extra care to protect your iPhone from any kind of water damage in the first place. Here are some best practices you should definitely follow:

• Use a waterproof case for extra protection against water.
• Keep your iPhone away from sinks, bathrooms, toilets, etc.
• Be careful in the rain and put your phone in a waterproof case or a security bag.
• Avoid touching your iPhone with wet hands.
• Perform regular data backups, as this is very useful in case of data loss.