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In its statement, the ACCC said Samsung adverts depicted phones being exposed to seawater and swimming pools and claimed that this would not affect the device during its working life. Although Samsung adverts say its phones have an IP68 water resistance, said the ACCC, this rating does not cover salt water or that found in swimming pools. Samsung's own website advises people against using the Galaxy S10 in a swimming pool or on the beach, said the consumer watchdog. Samsung had not done enough testing to make its advertised claims about the longevity of its products, alleges the ACCC. "Samsung showed the Galaxy phones used in situations they shouldn't be, to attract customers," said the ACCC. If Samsung is found guilty of misleading consumers it could face a huge fine.DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.
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