Spotted an IP rating on your phone's spec sheet and wondering what it means? IP rating stands for Ingress Protection. It's all to do with the water- and dust-resistance level of a given device. You'll ...

Manufacturers are now making waterproof phones the norm, with most upcoming smartphones expected to have some form of dust and water protection. When you invest in a new device, like a smartwatch or ...

There are several luxuries that we expect of phones today. We expect them to have multiple cameras and a full, bezel-less screen. We also usually expect our phones to be waterproof, indicated by an IP ...

Most flagship phones these days boast some level of water resistance, and you’ll find “IP ratings” on everything from the Apple iPhone 16 to the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. But that got us wondering: ...

While shopping for any product intended for outdoor use–we’re talking Bluetooth speakers, earbuds, and other electronic gadgets–you’ll undoubtedly encounter the letters “IP,” followed by either two ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Chances are you’ll have come across IP ratings if you’ve ever bought a pair of headphones, ...

Not long ago, a single IP rating was the norm for smartphones. It meant your phone could take a splash, survive in a dusty environment, and maybe even handle a quick dip in the pool. But lately, phone ...