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Isabelliz Author

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I drop my phone in water, and since then I hve issues with face id nd left screen if my screen is hrd to use. Luke the number one.

My face id is disabled

iPhone 6, iOS 12

Posted on Oct 15, 2023 10:53 AM

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Lyssa

Level 8

41,573 points

Posted on Oct 15, 2023 10:55 AM

Water can, and will, damage a phone. They are water resistant, which reduces the likelihood of damage, but does not guarantee it will not happen.

Make an appointment at an Apple store to have the phone evaluated. They'll let you know what your options are for repairing or replacing it.

~Lyssa

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I drop my phone in water, and since then I hve issues with face id nd left screen if my screen is hrd to use. Luke the number one.

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