Remember the built-in water sensors that we have seen in iPhones of the past? Well, some users dispute that even a little bit of extra moisture in the environment around them has resulted in those water sensors being damaged, and hence not being valid as per warranty, so perhaps Apple might be looking for an improvement in this department to reduce such disputes down the road. A far more accurate and fair water sensor was unveiled to the masses via a new patent application, where this patent is known as “Mechanisms for Detecting Exposure to Water in an Electronic Device.” Described as using circuit-based methods that will include the use of a water-soluble glue, it might be a potentially superior method of detecting water damage. Apple knows that personnel at the point of sale might not always be qualified to properly check as to whether the device has suffered from water damage or not, leading to customers receiving replacements for products that were damaged in methods not covered under warranty more frequent than normal – and such a high degree of frequency might lead to added cost to a company. The patent applications do show an iPhone, iPad and iPod, so expect these to be on the receiving end of more accurate water sensors down the road – hopefully. Perhaps if Apple explores waterproof phones, this might not be needed.
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