The hype for Apple's iPhone 7 may be warranted. It has been scratched, bent and dropped for its durability. Now, adding to that list is iPhone 7's water resistance. It has recently been tested against Samsung's Galaxy S7. You might also be excited about its low-light camera capability.
iPhone 7 And Galaxy 7: Waterproof Capabilities
When we talk about waterproof, we should know about the IP Code. The iPhone 7 has IP67 rating. On the other hand, Galaxy S7 has been certified with IP68. IP or the Ingress Protection Marking is used to classify and rate the degree of protection against intrusion. These intrusions are dust, accidental contact and water.
The IP67 certification for iPhone 7 means that it will survive a submersion in 1m deep water for 30 minutes. The Galaxy S7's IP68 means that it can be submerged up to 1.5m underwater for 30 minutes. The IP code shows that Galaxy S7 has the advantage. However, a test by 9to5Mac suggests otherwise.
At first, they had dropped the iPhone7 and Galaxy S7 both at 1.524m underwater. The phones did not suffer any damage. Then, both the iPhone 7 and Galaxy S7 were submerged at 9.144m deep for 30 minutes.
They discovered that iPhone 7's capacitive Home Button was freaking out. Though the Galaxy 7 rebooted, it still powered on. At this stage, the Galaxy 7 was functional.
The true test came at 10.668m deep. After 5 minutes, the iPhone 7 shows no problem. Though a water damage is visible on its display. Its Home Button has also become more sensitive.
Meanwhile, the Galaxy S7's display was not functioning. Though its camera flash and LED indicator showed otherwise.
iPhone 7's Camera Performance In Low Light
Apple has released a new iPhone 7 ad. It showcases the phone's camera performance in low light, according to MacRumors. The said ad featured a skateboarder in a late night rendezvous. He demonstrates the camera's amazing capabilities.
The iPhone 7 can record a video through a mist of lawn sprayers. Moths dancing around a dim light bulb is also captured clearly. There was also a shot of a young deer on a gas station. A magnificent moonlit cityscape view capped it all.
Apple promotes this low-light camera capability as "practically magic".
