In a surprising twist, a worker accidentally froze his daughter’s iPhone beneath the surface of a new ice rink in Milton Keynes. While setting up the rink, he borrowed his daughter’s phone after losing his own. However, he misplaced it during the setup, and it ended up in the ice when 13,000 gallons of water filled the rink.
Frozen iPhone Remains Visible Until January
The phone, now a few inches below the ice, offers skaters a unique sight. Rob Cook, director at Ice Leisure, explained that removing the phone would damage the ice, so it will stay frozen until the rink closes in January. Skaters and visitors can enjoy this unusual display for the next two months, as the phone adds a quirky feature to the rink.
A Unique “Cold Call” for Skaters
The worker admitted that his daughter felt frustrated, especially since her phone case was brand new. However, she quickly cooled off when he promised her a replacement until January. Some visitors have humorously called the frozen phone a real “cold call,” adding a touch of humor to the rink.
This incident highlights the unexpected durability of smartphones, even though Apple likely never intended for its devices to face such extreme conditions. As skaters glide over the ice, they can enjoy the holiday fun with this unique frozen display beneath their feet.
