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Hi,
I used my Sony Xperia z1 under the water and took some great photos, however about an hour later i have noticed the quality of the photos taken is not as good anymore specially when you zoom in. i dont know what to do as my phone is out of guarantee.
thank you for your help.
egyptian_guide said:
Hi,
I used my Sony Xperia z1 under the water and took some great photos, however about an hour later i have noticed the quality of the photos taken is not as good anymore specially when you zoom in. i dont know what to do as my phone is out of guarantee.
thank you for your help.
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Could be water condensing on the inside of the lens. Can you see any water drops in there? If so, they should dry out with time
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Could be water condensing on the inside of the lens. Can you see any water drops in there? If so, they should dry out with time
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i can't see any water drops in the lens, it has been 2 weeks since i used it in water. any other suggestions ?
egyptian_guide said:
i can't see any water drops in the lens, it has been 2 weeks since i used it in water. any other suggestions ?
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If you posted some example pictures it would help. No one can give you advice without seeing your issues first hand.
egyptian_guide said:
i can't see any water drops in the lens, it has been 2 weeks since i used it in water. any other suggestions ?
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It's probably because you were in colder water that the air.
Lenses now have "fog" inside...
It's the question will it ever dry.
That shouldn't happen but it obviously did.
It wasn't sea? Right?
Seawater, of course, will damage whole device.
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funky0308 said:
It's probably because you were in colder water that the air.
Lenses now have "fog" inside...
It's the question will it ever dry.
That shouldn't happen but it obviously did.
It wasn't sea? Right?
Seawater, of course, will damage whole device.
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yea, it was sea water. so is there ANYTHING i can do??
egyptian_guide said:
yea, it was sea water. so is there ANYTHING i can do??
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After that you should washed the phone under sink. Now who knows? If the lens are clean put the phone into the rise for all night.
Uff...that's not good.
Seawater could really destroy lenses.
Could you see some micro scratches on it?
I'm not sure it's suitable for salt water, not because of the water but because of salt in it...
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egyptian_guide said:
yea, it was sea water. so is there ANYTHING i can do??
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When I had my Z I did the same thing, and had the same problem you currently have with your Z1.
I put the water on full blast in my sink, as close to "luke arm" as possible, in my attempt to get it to a "room temperature" level. I opened the Camera app and set it to auto-focus, so essentially the lense was moving up and down unable to focus, and turned screen timeout to 10 minutes. I then put the lens of the camera under the stream and left it there for ~3 minutes. Literally left the device in the sink with the plug open
Came back, dried it off, turned the device off, and left it on top of my fireplace covered in a moisture absorbing cloth (from the gym) overnight.
NOTE: My fireplace is an electric fireplace, and doesn't output heat very efficiently. The top of my fireplace is a mantle where I (during xmas) keep chocolates and similar items, which DON'T melt, so that gives you a level of temperature. I can't take any responsibility if you melt your phone or cook the screen or something.
The phone works fine now, however I've since sold it for my Z1.
EDIT: If there's scratches on the lens, go grab some regular, plain white peppermint toothpaste. None of this fancy "tartar control" or "Whitening" crap, just dollar store peppermint flavoured regular toothpaste. Take a small amount on a fiber free swab (note: different from Q-Tips), and rub slightly on the lens. Don't press into it, but do it firmly. The fiber free swab shouldn't be breaking, so use that amount of pressure. Rub for ~1 minute, and then rinse off with water and a microfiber cloth.
Not good man, Z1 is waterproof but NOT against sea water, this can oxidate the entire phone, you know when you leave the ocean and you stay with some salt particle on your body? Your phone should be with the same salt particle on the lens, try to check...
Hello guys, yes i know i could google that, and did, but i do not figure out whether it is water restistant/proof.
i found this :
http://www.samsung.com/sg/consumer/mobile-devices/smartphone/android-os/SM-V7000ZWAXSP-features
GALAXY Gear is certified IP55*, protected against penetration of dust and water splashes from daily use.
and watched this
/watch?v=sgIQdee4wDI&list=PLA8B9BACF92DA70AB
but i still do not know if it is water prof,
if i can do swimming or go bath with i ?
Which places are demageable(loudspeaker..?) what if i would make waterresistant TESA film on it?
Has Anyone some experinces with water or other influences ?
Please tell me
Thank you and have a awesome life friend !
it is "splash proof" meaning it shouldn't get hurt from occasionally getting a little water on it from sources like walking in a light rain, or washing your hands without submerging it.
It is most defiantly not water proof, do not submerge it under water, it will die.
Yes what Milimbar said. Don't bath, or swim with it.
Some users report the camera fogging up after getting wet.
creasqui said:
Hello guys, yes i know i could google that, and did, but i do not figure out whether it is water restistant/proof.
i found this :
http://www.samsung.com/sg/consumer/mobile-devices/smartphone/android-os/SM-V7000ZWAXSP-features
GALAXY Gear is certified IP55*, protected against penetration of dust and water splashes from daily use.
and watched this
/watch?v=sgIQdee4wDI&list=PLA8B9BACF92DA70AB
but i still do not know if it is water prof,
if i can do swimming or go bath with i ?
Which places are demageable(loudspeaker..?) what if i would make waterresistant TESA film on it?
Has Anyone some experinces with water or other influences ?
Please tell me
Thank you and have a awesome life friend !
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and google didn't show you the other threads on XDA covering this already?
there was a post some time ago from a guy that left it on accidentally in the shower and it had no damage but i woudlnt recommend that
Just a quick selection:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2590033
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2496940
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2458450
I accidentally submerged mine while cleaning the fish tank pump. I nearly pooped when I did it but quickly shook off the water and it came out unharmed. Admittedly, I didnt go trying to take pictures afterward but the next day, the camera seemed fine too. That was two months ago and haven't had an issed or another serious accident.
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From the OP's link:
GALAXY Gear is certified IP55*, protected against penetration of dust and water splashes from daily use.
* IP55 rating means that device is protected against penetration of dust in quantity to interfere satisfactory operation and harmful ingress of water under test condition of spraying the enclosure from any direction with a stream of water from a standard 6.3mm diameter test nozzle for up to 3 minutes. According to accredited test results by Korea Labouratory Accreditation Scheme, individual results may vary.
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This is pretty specific and precise it seems to me. Not sure what the OP is unclear about.
From the IP55 rating, no, it is not suitable for full immersion for any length of time, nor is it protected at any depth.
Rather -- again just from the description above -- you can hit it with a stream of water for minutes at a time, from all different angles, and it will be fine.
IOW, no problem with getting it wet. Yes problem with immersion.
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IOW, no problem with getting it wet. Yes problem with immersion.
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Cant explain it any clearer than that.
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I know it's common sense not to use it under certain conditions but I'm curious since I see people using their phones in the sauna, I personally want to listen to music while I'm in the sauna but I think twice just wanted to know how many people here have used or use their Note 4 while in the sauna thanks all.
I wouldn't advise it; condensation will build up in areas you don't want contact with water. Can potentially void your warranty if liquid droplets form. The Note 4 isn't perfectly sealed through its back cover; there is a noticeable gap, and easy access for liquid droplets to get onto the circuit board. #Handlewithcare.
Even a waterproof bag will not help. Liquipel? I don't think so. I'd purchase a cheap MP3 player to be used in a Sauna.
mike28 said:
I know it's common sense not to use it under certain conditions but I'm curious since I see people using their phones in the sauna, I personally want to listen to music while I'm in the sauna but I think twice just wanted to know how many people here have used or use their Note 4 while in the sauna thanks all.
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arjun90 said:
I wouldn't advise it; condensation will build up in areas you don't want contact with water. Can potentially void your warranty if liquid droplets form. The Note 4 isn't perfectly sealed through its back cover; there is a noticeable gap, and easy access for liquid droplets to get onto the circuit board. #Handlewithcare.
Even a waterproof bag will not help. Liquipel? I don't think so. I'd purchase a cheap MP3 player to be used in a Sauna.
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Thanks makes perfect sense
A sauna is different than a steam room. A sauna is dry heat. You will not get any condensation unless in a steam room. However you may encounter drops of sweat that may come in conflict with your device. Usually a sauna is 150 to 170 degrees Fahrenheit. That being said you have a thermald in the kernel that will throttle your cpu for you. If you are only using it for music it should be ok if your gonna be doing benchmarks or gaming you might get reboots.
Good point, I was under the impression the OP wanted to use the device in both settings. The sweat entering the device is always a possibility and the perspiration contains salt which may corrode the internals of your device.
jonahtriangle said:
A sauna is different than a steam room. A sauna is dry heat. You will not get any condensation unless in a steam room. However you may encounter drops of sweat that may come in conflict with your device. Usually a sauna is 150 to 170 degrees Fahrenheit. That being said you have a thermald in the kernel that will throttle your cpu for you. If you are only using it for music it should be ok if your gonna be doing benchmarks or gaming you might get reboots.
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jonahtriangle said:
A sauna is different than a steam room. A sauna is dry heat. You will not get any condensation unless in a steam room. However you may encounter drops of sweat that may come in conflict with your device. Usually a sauna is 150 to 170 degrees Fahrenheit. That being said you have a thermald in the kernel that will throttle your cpu for you. If you are only using it for music it should be ok if your gonna be doing benchmarks or gaming you might get reboots.
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Yes indeed it's just hot but then again the actual spike in temperature can cause some strain in the cpu thanks for your feedback
There is this stuff you can buy at Home Depot. It's like a water proofer. I saw it on a YouTube video once. It can be used on anything from cell phones to sneakers. The guy in the video coated his iPhone in it. He took apart the phone and sprayed everything and it worked perfectly. He was able to submerge the phone directly underwater.
Skizzy034 said:
There is this stuff you can buy at Home Depot. It's like a water proofer. I saw it on a YouTube video once. It can be used on anything from cell phones to sneakers. The guy in the video coated his iPhone in it. He took apart the phone and sprayed everything and it worked perfectly. He was able to submerge the phone directly underwater.
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Rustolium NeverWet.
jonahtriangle said:
Rustolium NeverWet.
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Yup. That's it.
mike28 said:
I know it's common sense not to use it under certain conditions but I'm curious since I see people using their phones in the sauna, I personally want to listen to music while I'm in the sauna but I think twice just wanted to know how many people here have used or use their Note 4 while in the sauna thanks all.
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Im assuming its a bad idea lol. Moisture is a big nono
pierrekid said:
Im assuming its a bad idea lol. Moisture is a big nono
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Even though it's dry heat?
i use mine, i just keep it wiped off and wrapped in my towel most of the time. I did the same with my note 3 and no issues so far. its in the sauna 4 to 5 days a week.
knarfies said:
i use mine, i just keep it wiped off and wrapped in my towel most of the time. I did the same with my note 3 and no issues so far. its in the sauna 4 to 5 days a week.
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Interesting I'm still undecided lol I'm there 5 days a week for 10 to 15 minutes
NEVER take it into steam sauna, you asking for it.
Dry sauna however, you'll be good as long as it remains dry (away from sweat of your body) and not more than 10 minutes due to heat exposure
masri1987 said:
NEVER take it into steam sauna, you asking for it.
Dry sauna however, you'll be good as long as it remains dry (away from sweat of your body) and not more than 10 minutes due to heat exposure
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I won't take a chance it's best to leave it in the locker room lol thanks for your input
mike28 said:
I won't take a chance it's best to leave it in the locker room lol thanks for your input
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that's what i usually do lol, if i bring it in there it's for my 5 minute warm up session i spend prior to my workout
hey alright, sauna users! i usually sweat for around 10-15 minutes each day, i don't bring my phone but i see people doing it, and i figure it would be ok for 10 minutes or so. maybe keep it as low as possible? plus, don't these devices have heat warnings? but yeah, seems you've decided not to even bring it in, that's safe for sure.
Skizzy034 said:
There is this stuff you can buy at Home Depot. It's like a water proofer. I saw it on a YouTube video once. It can be used on anything from cell phones to sneakers. The guy in the video coated his iPhone in it. He took apart the phone and sprayed everything and it worked perfectly. He was able to submerge the phone directly underwater.
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This will not work on our note 4 because of the s pen and removable battery cover.
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Skizzy034 said:
There is this stuff you can buy at Home Depot. It's like a water proofer. I saw it on a YouTube video once. It can be used on anything from cell phones to sneakers. The guy in the video coated his iPhone in it. He took apart the phone and sprayed everything and it worked perfectly. He was able to submerge the phone directly underwater.
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knarfies said:
i use mine, i just keep it wiped off and wrapped in my towel most of the time. I did the same with my note 3 and no issues so far. its in the sauna 4 to 5 days a week.
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This is the safest option. Whenever I shower with my phone In the restroom I always wrap it in a shirt or towel.
Kind of unrelated but I had a brand new ZTE supreme after cracking the screen on my last one and carried it in my pocket to listen to music while doing some yard work in the summer last year. Ended up with sweat in the display that never went completely away. Eventually cracked that screen too. For some reason when that screen cracks it renders the touch interface useless. Once had an ipod touch that my sister broke that had glass shards literally falling off that still worked flawlessly.
Anyway...take care of your phones.
yeah, even in the dry sauna have i have seen the screen get cloudy. i mean its going to happen. just like when you put cold sunglasses on after the gym. they fog up. i just keep a towel with me, press the song i want, wrap it back up in the towel and enjoy. i also have a case on my phone for what its worth. granted, ive watched music videos while in the sauna too. i just dont keep it exposed to the heat for too long i take breaks to cool down outside.
I've never used a,waterproof case on any of my phones, and the edge doesn't have lifeproof support....would ghostek atomic 2.0 be a good alternative here? I'm never around water normally, but I love swimming and want to take some underwater videos and selfies and some storm videos as well. Any help would be great.
Good luck with finding a waterproof case for a waterproof phone
+1 for Skezza....
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I already used my phone without any case in the pool and shoot some underwater videos. If this is still too risky for you. Try using something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Universal-Wa...id=1478265846&sr=1-3&keywords=waterproof+case
Sunfl4sh said:
I already used my phone without any case in the pool and shoot some underwater videos. If this is still too risky for you. Try using something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Universal-Wa...id=1478265846&sr=1-3&keywords=waterproof+case
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Wow, did that work?
I have a pool, The phone has a camera and is waterproof. Voila
Sorry for this but I don't get the question
I took my Note 7 in the pool before I sent it off to die. Worked great, no indication of damage from the water.
Since I have a few GoPros I probably won't be doing that often but at least I don't have to worry about getting wet while kayaking.
That's awkward/weird... The phone is already waterproof man! ?
Well not really.. Its IP67 so you can have it under water for 30 min up to 1.5 meter IF (and this is the big if) IF you keep it steady and dont move it to create a higher water pressure.
For proper under water photage I would use a case anyway.
Bought this from Ali. Takes awhile to get. Might be cheap, but it works. Touch response isn't bad either. Phone might be waterproof, but I take mine snorkeling in saltwater. Plus with the case you can still use touchscreen underwater.
https://m.aliexpress.com/item/32700686455.html#autostay
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this.guy.lol said:
I've never used a,waterproof case on any of my phones, and the edge doesn't have lifeproof support....would ghostek atomic 2.0 be a good alternative here? I'm never around water normally, but I love swimming and want to take some underwater videos and selfies and some storm videos as well. Any help would be great.
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I just came across this while looking for a new case
https://www.amazon.com/Waterproof-M...sr=1-114&keywords=samsung+galaxy+s7+edge+case
look up ghostek atomic 2.0 its a good waterproof case, yes the phone is waterproof but the case is good against scratches and falls too.
skezza said:
Good luck with finding a waterproof case for a waterproof phone
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The phone is not waterproof tho. Not even close to that.
Faspaiso said:
The phone is not waterproof tho. Not even close to that.
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It's pretty close though. IP68, so you can pretty much take pics/vids as long as you don't keep it underwater for over 30 minutes. Samsung does give the following caveats that may justify a case:
- Audio quality will be bad when wet
- Touchscreen may not work
http://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00047867/
ghosttek atomic 2.0
Hi everyone. I have this phone almost 10 months now. Last weekend I went swimming and decided to do crazy shooting, and took the phone underwater and started shooting amazing videos. Stunning video and audio was simply great.
Regarding phone it's self after shooting, all i did was wiping it, clean speaker (through settings) and was great to go. No fogging, no charging issues, no under screen water marks, no under camera lense water marks.
Love it love it love it.
Sorry for not sharing any samples, all videos were personal not for sharing. And didn't think to take samples for sharing.
Nice try, Xiaomi sales rep.
J/K. However, no matter how advanced tech is, I'm still very hesitant with water. It took me forever not to stress over a drop of water falling on the screen.
I'd love to see an actual video of someone doing it - taking fully submerged shots.
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Nice try, Xiaomi sales rep.
J/K. However, no matter how advanced tech is, I'm still very hesitant with water. It took me forever not to stress over a drop of water falling on the screen.
I'd love to see an actual video of someone doing it - taking fully submerged shots.
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Honestly, with the try.. love it
Apparently, it was in an official commercial done by Xiaomi:
Sample of underwater in this comment 4k 60fps
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Sample of underwater in this comment 4k 60fps
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As you can see guys, this time I went deeper than first time, first time were great photos, went maximum 0.5m, this time I went 1.5m down. first time device had no effect at all, was great.
this time at 1.5m deep, I have foggy lenses now and put the phone in rice for night, I think I still need another 2 nights in rice until fully dry.
my advice, take a tape measure with you and hold it open at 0.5m if you want to shoot under water
nice photos and videos though, but this time did not expect foggy glass.