Ghost touch from water damage...Helpp

Yesterday I managed to drop my phone (iPhone 13) in the toilet and I didn't realize it was in there. When I realized my phone was missing I used the Find My iPhone app and started playing noises from my phone. I was walking around my house listening for the sound when I heard it coming from the bathroom. I was looking everywhere in there and then I realized the sound was kind of muffled. I immediately open up the toilet to see it sitting in the bottom of the bowl. It had to have been in there for a least 20 minutes. I powered it off and dried it off externally. It has been at least 14 hours since then and I tried to power it on which probably wasn't a good idea but I was impatient. My phone has been powering itself on and off periodically and it clicks on things itself. I've tried to reset my phone multiple times and reset the settings but the issue persists. I don't know what to do from here. Do you guys have any tips?

iPhone 13, iOS 17

Posted on Jul 7, 2024 8:53 AM

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Posted on Jul 7, 2024 8:58 AM

Unfortunately, the phone is going to be a total loss. You can make an appointment at the Apple Store or take the phone to an authorized Apple service shop to confirm.


A list of authorized service shops in your area can be found by using this link: Find Locations


Hopefully, you have AppleCare+ coverage that will cover the cost of a replacement phone minus a small deductible.




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Jul 7, 2024 8:58 AM in response to maston272

Unfortunately, the phone is going to be a total loss. You can make an appointment at the Apple Store or take the phone to an authorized Apple service shop to confirm.


A list of authorized service shops in your area can be found by using this link: Find Locations


Hopefully, you have AppleCare+ coverage that will cover the cost of a replacement phone minus a small deductible.




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