Just in time for the summer season, SeaLife is launching the new SportDiver Ultra Smartphone Case, which is designed to fit larger Android and iOS models.The new Ultra model has all the features of the smaller model, including using the same iOS and Android app. The main difference is a slight increase in the length of the case and a lens opening that now supports the lens assembly popular on many large Android models, such as the Samsung S21 and S23 and S24 Ultra.The case can thus accommodate approximately 30% more phone models compared to the previous version.
SeaLife SportDiver is a compact and lightweight underwater smartphone housing. The SportDiver case will allow divers to take photos and videos with their smartphone at depths up to 40 meters.The case can accommodate most Android models including all larger Samsung S Ultra series and Google Pixel/Pixel Pro series models and all iPhones from iPhone 8 to iPhone 15 Pro Max.The free SportDiver app is available in the Apple Store or Play Store and works with current and previous generation operating systems.
The case is made of polycarbonate, stainless steel, aluminum and optical glass. And while the SportDiver Ultra case is "heavy duty," it's not heavy, weighing less than 808 grams, is lightweight for travel, and offers near-neutral buoyancy in the water depending on the smartphone model used.
The SportDiver case is easy to hold and use, and features a large trigger lever and rear control buttons for easy operation even with diving gloves. Snorkelers and divers can be more creative when taking photos or videos with the advanced camera settings*. Adjust zoom, exposure (EV), auto/manual focus, white balance, tint, lens selection, RAW+JPEG mode, live photo and background blur (on available phone models).
The SportDiver case includes the free SportDiver app, which unlike other smartphone apps, contains no annoying in-app purchases or ads. You can easily switch between photo and video mode. The SportDiver app uses your phone's camera technology, which is native to every phone model. The app supports current and previous operating system versions, and the app is updated as new operating system versions are released.
In the SportDiver app's playback mode, full-size photos and videos are displayed with a vertical thumbnail bar for easy image search. Videos start playing automatically when selected. All files are saved in the same folder as the phone automatically stores them when you take photos and videos with it. The SportDiver case automatically connects to your smartphone and the SportDiver app using Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE) 5 wireless technology. No cables or buttons touch the phone and it offers extremely low power consumption for both the phone and the case, which is powered by two AAA batteries with over 50 hours of continuous use.
For better image results, the SportDiver case includes a removable color correction filter that restores natural colors underwater. The filter is easy to attach or remove underwater and includes a safety strap to prevent loss. The SportDiver Ultra case features seven 1/4-20 tripod mounts that allow it to be attached to any light or light base with a standard tripod thread, such as the SeaLife Sea Dragon line of underwater photo/video lights.
For safety and protection of your phone, the SportDiver features a sturdy coil spring and rubber grips that securely hold your smartphone in place and protect it from impact. The SportDiver has "dual leak alarms" that include an internal moisture alarm and a vacuum pressure alarm that will alert the diver with an on-screen warning, sound and LED signal in the unlikely event that the waterproofing is compromised and a loss of case pressure or moisture is detected. The SportDiver's door is sealed with a TPE O-ring and a sturdy cam-lock seal that easily and securely locks the watertight door. To prevent fogging of the interior due to residual moisture, the SportDiver model uses an anti-fog "Moisture Muncher" capsule to prevent fogging and internal condensation.
Important:Some settings may not be available depending on the make/model of your phone. Settings may be locked or inaccessible depending on conflicting settings. For example, the Portrait (Background Blur) setting is only available on iPhones with multiple lenses. Lens selection settings may not include all available phone lenses; telephoto is not available for Android phones.Check the Apple Store and Play store for updates to the SportDiver app.
Technical Specifications:
Name of Free App:SportDiver available in Apple & Play StoresCompatible Phones: Works with iPhone®, Samsung Galaxy and most other Android phones. See link to compatibility chart below.Maximum Depth:40mPower:2x AAA batteries (alkaline or NiMH)Battery Life:50 hoursTwo LED Indicators:
Pressure Leak Alarm Indicator:Flashes green if no vacuum has been created. Glows green if vacuum is OK. Flashes red if a leak is detected.
Power/Wireless Status: Flashes blue when on and not wirelessly connected. Glows blue when on and wirelessly connected.
Wireless Technology:Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)Application Language:EnglishInstruction Manual:Includes printed instruction manual in English. Spanish, German, French, Italian and Dutch can be downloaded from the SeaLife website.Controls:Settings: shutter release, mode, up (zoom/focus +), down (zoom/focus -), playback and camera settingsOperating Temperature:
- 1°C - 38°C (33°F to 110°F)Storage Temperature:- 1°C - 38°C (33°F to 110°F)O-ring: Main O-ring (1): TPE rubber materialVacuum port control O-rings (2): Silicone rubber materialNote:O-rings require silicone lubricant (included).Lens port:
Lens port made of optical glass with anti-reflective coating applied to the inner surface of the lens.
Lens frame allows for the attachment of a color correction filter when underwater.LCD window:(Screen protector available - sold separately).Tripod Mount:Seven standard 1-20 tripod threads for attaching accessoriesLanyard:Luxury SeaLife padded lanyard with swivel clip for attachment.Material:Polycarbonate housing with 304-316 stainless steel fittings and T6061 grade hard anodized aluminum.Dimensions:
Outside: 231mm x 124mm x 61mm
Inside: 183mm x 80mm x 12mmWeight:
808g Housing Only with batteries, filter, Moisture Muncher device, 10x medium grip cardsLift: heavy 150.4g - UW Housing Only - with batteries, red filter and Moisture Muncher device.Deduct the weight of the phone to calculate the UW's total buoyancy in seawater.Certification:Certification:CE, ROHS, FCC (FCC ID: 2ACKF-SL400)
