Frequently asked questions
Does iPad have a water eject feature?
No. Unlike Apple Watch with Water Lock, iPad has no built-in water-eject mode, and iPads are not rated water-resistant — so it's important to clear water from the speakers quickly. A water-eject app plays a low-frequency tone that vibrates droplets out of the speaker grilles.
How do I get water out of my iPad speaker?
Hold the iPad with the wet speaker facing down, tap gently to drain the large droplets, then play a low-frequency water-eject tone for 15–30 seconds. iPads have speakers on more than one edge, so repeat for each grille that sounds muffled. Test audio between passes and let the iPad air-dry upright afterward.
Is the water eject tone safe for iPad speakers?
Yes, at normal volume. iPad speakers handle the low-frequency tone the same way iPhone speakers do. Use short 15–30 second cycles rather than long continuous playback while water is present, and stop once the audio sounds clear again.
My iPad got wet — what should I do first?
Power it off if you can, wipe the outside dry, and keep it upright so water drains away from the logic board. Don't charge it until the port is dry. Run a water-eject tone to clear the speakers, then let the iPad air-dry for several hours before charging.