iPhones can already be used for underwater photography, but the new generations will have IP68 certifications. This means that Apple's upcoming phones can be submerged in water without the risk of damage.
IP68 certification is one of the steps the Cupertino company is considering to improve the quality of iPhone photos when swimming, and this is evident in a recent patent application.
Technically, what Apple wants to do is equip the iPhone with a set of sensors that will be responsible for determining the right settings for taking better underwater photos. According to CultOfMac, the iPhone's sensors could measure the amount of light in the water, color changes, depth, pressure, and distance to the subject.
In other words, if you want to take a photo of a fish, for example, the iPhone will be able to correctly determine the settings needed for the photo, all based on an algorithm that collects information from all of these sensors.
Of course, it should be noted that as with any patent, this doesn't mean the company is ready for mass production. At the very least, it gives us a glimpse into Apple's vision for the future capabilities of the iPhone camera.
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