Data Reveals Summer Is the Peak Season for Phone Mishaps

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — June 22, 2026 — Summer travel is in full swing, and so are the risks to your favorite tech. Last summer, tech care company Asurion® saw insurance claims for lost and damaged phones increase 22% during the summer months compared to the rest of the year, as more people brought their devices to pools, beaches, lakes, vacations, and other summertime adventures.

Among the biggest trends Asurion saw last summer:

• Liquid damage incidents jumped 71% as phones took unexpected dips in pools, lakes, and oceans.
• Lost phone claims increased 24% during the busy travel season.
• Battery-related issues rose 44%, as summer heat and heavy use took a toll on devices.
• Cracked screen accidents climbed 11% as more time outdoors led to more phone fumbles.
• July 4-7 saw more phone claims than any other stretch of the year, marking the holiday weekend the most dangerous time of year for phones.

Smartphones weren't the only devices feeling the heat. Last summer, Asurion also saw a 5% increase in claims for laptops, tablets, game consoles, and other tech during the summer months compared to the rest of the year.

When summer mishaps happen, you have options

A broken or lost device doesn't have to mean buying a brand-new replacement.

Customers with an Asurion-backed protection plan can file a claim and, once approved, receive a repair or replacement, often as soon as the same day. Depending on the plan and the nature of the claim, customers may pay only a deductible — or nothing at all.

For those without a protection plan, many common issues can still be repaired for a fraction of the cost of buying a new device. Every year, uBreakiFix® by Asurion stores repair millions of devices, from cracked screens and back glass to water damage, charging issues, battery replacements, cameras, and data recovery. Customers can visit one of nearly 700 stores nationwide, and in select markets, repair experts can even come to them.

If a device can't be repaired, buying a quality-tested refurbished or previous-generation device can be a smart way to save money. Many uBreakiFix by Asurion locations offer refurbished phones that work with any carrier and come backed by a 90-day warranty.

Get more life out of your tech 

Summer accidents aside, one of the best ways to save money is to keep your devices working longer. Replacing an aging phone battery, tuning up a sluggish laptop, cleaning dust from a game console, and repairing small issues before they become bigger ones can all help extend the life of your tech.

And if your phone takes an unexpected swim this summer, skip the rice and bring it to a professional instead.

For more information about protection plans, repair services, and device care, visit asurion.com and ubreakifix.com.