May 18, 2006
First waterproof 3G phone
Digital World Tokyo writes up the first waterproof 3G phone (FOMA S0902IP). It's water resistant to a depth of 1m for up to 30 minutes.
The folks at Digital World Tokyo aren't exactly convinced:
The SO902iWP+ is basically the same phone as the SO902i but with a totally useless twist.
The newcomer is, in fact, waterproof to a depth of 1m for up to 30 minutes. Cameras aside, we’ve never really seem the point of waterproof gadgets unless the manufacturers are actively targeting people who make a habit of dunking their gear in toilets. After all, it’s not like you can make calls under water.
Other waterpoof ideas for cell phones:
-- Water-Proof Cell Phone Unveiled - LG Telecom's first waterproof mobile phone, canU 502S. "If dropped in a pool, tub or sink, this phone will survive in roughly thirty minutes since we sealed its tiny crevices with rubber packing,’’
-- Waterproof phone cases - Aquapac waterproof/dust-proof/sand-proof phone cases with airtight seal means your phone will float safely if you drop it in water.
-- Pictures taken underwater with a mobile phone - The Wave Case is a universal waterproof mobile phone casing
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