From accidental drops to bizarre misadventures, it seems there's no end to the creative ways we manage to put our phones at risk. Recently, we unveiled some of the most peculiar reasons Australians have been losing or breaking their mobile devices, and the stories are as comical as they are cautionary.

Unfortunate phone mishaps

In a whirlwind of unexpected events, phones have met their untimely demise in the most unlikely of places. Here are just a some of the unfortunate incidents reported to Vodafone in 2023:

• Concrete catastrophe: A phone found itself in the wrong place at the wrong time – a construction-site pit, filled with three tonnes of concrete.
• Monkey mischief: This bananas situation occurred when a mischievous monkey decided to swipe a phone, leaving them no way to phone home.
• Mulcher mayhem: During some routine backyard landscaping, a phone took an unexpected dive into a mulcher, meeting a gruesome end.
• Slippery when wet: An eager dancer on a boat cruise got a slippery surprise when their phone took an unexpected dip into the depths below.
• Toddler take-off: A toddler had taken their parent’s phone and unceremoniously launched it from their bedroom balcony.

Though just the tip of the iceberg, it’s stories like these that serve as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of phone mishaps…and the value of mobile phone insurance.

Protect your phone (and your wallet) with Vodafone Device Care

With more than 22,000 reported incidents in the last year alone, we understand that accidents happen, and we’re here to help. Thanks to Vodafone’s new Device Care program, customers can now repair their phones, tablets or wearables for any reason, without breaking the bank.

For just $14.99 a month, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing you’re protected against costly repairs (of up to $550 with a product-approved technician).

Here's what you get with Vodafone Device Care:

• Unlimited screen replacements on mobile devices with genuine parts for just $45.
• Exchange your mobile phone, in any condition, for an equivalent model for $149.*
• Request an equivalent model phone replacement without needing to return your registered mobile for $299. **
• Exchange your tablet, in any condition, for an equivalent model for $65.*
• Exchange your wearable, in any condition, for an equivalent model for $99.*

*Fees may apply if the device is not returned.

**Limited to 1 service request in a 12-month period.

Get Vodafone Device Care today

With more than 1,300 smartphones damaged or lost each day, it's clear that accidents can happen when we least expect them. That's why having the safety net of mobile phone insurance is so important. With Vodafone Device Care, you can rest easy knowing that your phone is protected against life's unexpected mishaps. For more information on Device Care, check out our support page.