The iPhone Air's Surprising Durability Test How Strong Is The 5.6mm Frame
Apple's new iPhone Air raised an obvious query about its structural strength, considering its very thin 5.6mm frame. In response to such doubts on durability, Zack Nelson from the YouTube channel JerryRigEverything has subjected the device to an intense bend test, and the results are quite something.
Bend Test Human Hands to Heavy Machinery
The test got underway with the iPhone Air being hand-bent. Under heavy pressure, the shape of the phone deformed, but it did not snap or crack in the process. The early resistance must have been very great.
Nelson engaged the hoist and crane scale to apply high-stress concentrative loading with steel chains to push the limits of the device. Such a direct loading to a localized area is an extreme situation as compared to the distributed pressure that a phone would experience in a pocket.
Breaking Point What 216 Pounds of Force Will Do
The iPhone Air held bravely until its eventual failure. Here are the gutsy outcomes:
- The are glass cracks at approximately 216 pounds (97 kg) direct force.
- The display was found to be touching despite the cracked glass.
- The rear panel was perfectly intact.
- The frame showed no signs of bending and held its shape, which speaks to its rigidity.
Beyond Bending More Durability Implications
The test made clear a few additional exceptional aspects in the construction of the iPhone Air. The generation 2 Ceramic Shield display remained scratch-resistant to about 7 on the Mohs scale. Although it appeared possible to scratch the titanium edges, the buttons were incredibly well-made and could not be dislodged.
What You Should Know for Everyday Usage
The findings clearly present a case Normal course bending of the iPhone Air seems nearly impossible. The force that causes damage owing to concentration and stress is unlikely to be encountered anywhere under normal household usage or pocket-carry situations. Built to withstand accidental stress, the phone solidifies the ultra-thin design's feel.
