Well it IS waterproof

[Derek Lennox]

Full day yesterday playing in and out of the pool to a max 2m deep.... No issues and the 4k video looks lush!!

 

[j_hansen]

Try and shoot a few super slow motion videos under water

 

[cwbcpa]

That’s really cool. It’s nice to be able to do that. I wouldn’t risk it myself but I’m glad it worked out well for you. Can you post some pictures?

I am honestly not trying to nitpick here. Sometimes forum threads show up on google searches. I just want to clarify for someone that might be searching and asking google if the Note 9 is waterproof. The phone is definitely not waterproof nor does Samsung claim it is. I would just hate for someone that doesn’t know any better to read this thread and get the wrong idea. The Note 9 is water resistant to within certain tolerances, not waterproof.

Enjoy the Note 9!! Love the new cloud silver color. I’m eyeing that right now.

 

[shaimere]

Water Resistant not water proof. Also water damage is not covered under warranty.

 

[DanielLoreti]

Awesome didn't know it was waterproof. Going to the beach today.

 

[cwbcpa]

Awesome didn't know it was waterproof. Going to the beach today.

It’s not waterproof. Be careful. Big difference between waterproof and water resistant.

 

[Derek Lennox]

Can you post some pictures?

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Sorry no. Videos are of the kids. Will try the sea tomorrow. Its interesting as you do get a warning but its just to ensure you dry the USB connection before charging.

 

[Rhyalus]

Trying to paste the url from Samsung here but having a hard time with Tapatalk...

The 6 means total dust ingress protection, the 8 means something water ingress protection but it can be different for different devices.

Samsung says 1.5 m for 30 minutes.

It is not worth arguing about the term “water proof”.. just follow the guidelines for your particular device.

R

 

[guitar_65riff]

I dropped mine down the loo.
Even though the water was clear, I washed it under the tap.
It didn't like that and kept giving me warnings.
I think washing it was the problem. The force of water.
Took 2 days in the airing cupboard and now it's fine.

 

[Mooncatt]

It’s not waterproof. Be careful. Big difference between waterproof and water resistant.

Not to mention salt water being a lot more corrosive, and sand being very abrasive. Beaches are not very kind to phones.

 

[Derek Lennox]

Not to mention salt water being a lot more corrosive, and sand being very abrasive. Beaches are not very kind to phones.

Pebble beach!!

 

[Derek Lennox]

Not to mention salt water being a lot more corrosive, and sand being very abrasive. Beaches are not very kind to phones.

Agree I think the sea is being missed out. I have a session hero cam with me, will use that instead.

 

[STARGATE]

It’s not waterproof. Be careful. Big difference between waterproof and water resistant.

Definitely agree!

 

[mustang7757]

it would be water proof only for 1.5 meters for30 minutes if your in clean water in a lab . In pools other liquids or ocean the salt and chemical can eat the seals that's why it's more for protection in case a accident happens . that's the reason they can't honor warranty if it gets water inside from chemical breaking through the seals

 

[sauli suominen]

I have been using my Note9 under water photoshoot. Only problem is that the display gets ghost touches. But I can triger video above surface or take photo with volume key.

I wont last in 4,5m dept. Now for sure. Mine went broken, water inside the lenses etc. But I know it, but it was accident;-)

I shoot in variety indoor pools. I can give you some photos later on.

*I also did use my previous Note8 and S9+ for taking photos and videos under water.

ALWAYS AROUND 1M DEPT AND FOR SHORT PERIOD, 10-15MIN MINUTES.

 

[anon(9918034)]

I'm just waiting for the my phone got water damage comment next

 

[mustang7757]

I'm just waiting for the my phone got water damage comment next

Lol... better them then me we need more of these brave people.

 

[Mooncatt]

Any electronic device is waterproof, until it isn't.

 

[joewoo]

Any electronic device is waterproof, until it isn't.

This is very very true... Photography equipment is often touted as being weather proof, but ask any camera tech, it's a joke...

 

[Mooncatt]

This is very very true... Photography equipment is often touted as being weather proof, but ask any camera tech, it's a joke...

Unless it's Pentax.