The new, ultra-thin iPhone Air has been subjected to a series of endurance tests by the popular YouTube channel JerryRigEverything to see how its design holds up. The device boasts a remarkably thin profile of only 5.6 mm. Therefore, it’s understandable that there’s skepticism about its potential for resilience. However, other very thin devices, like the Galaxy S25 Edge, have survived the test. Will the same happen with Apple‘s handset?

iPhone Air’s durability tested on JerryRigEverything’s table

The first assessment was the scratch test. The Ceramic Shield 2 glass on the front and back of the iPhone Air showed strong resistance. The first visible marks appeared only at level 7 on the Mohs hardness scale. However, they were extremely light marks, which for many could be imperceptible. It’s a remarkable result considering that most competing protective glasses begin to show grooves at that same level, sometimes even deep ones.

Next, the screen was exposed to a lighter’s flame for 30 seconds and showed no signs of permanent damage. However, a separate test revealed that the screen became unresponsive to touch when sprayed with water. This indicates a potential usability issue in wet conditions, as in most phones.

iPhone Air bend test

The final and most anticipated test was the bend test. Given its extremely thin design, there was a lot of public curiosity about whether the phone’s structure would survive the force. Fortunately, the iPhone Air passed this test without any structural failure or deformation. In fact, the phone survived without bending and continued to function perfectly. The Grade 5 titanium frame, a material that is nearly twice as rigid as aluminum, appears to have been a key factor in the phone’s ability to resist pressure.

There was an additional pressure test that took the body of the device to the limit. The phone made the first sound indicating that its body was yielding when 171 pounds of force were applied. Even so, the screen continued to work even after the pressure exceeded 200 pounds.

Overall, the device showed strong resistance to scratching and flexing. Everything indicates it will withstand daily use without any problems. Long gone are the days when ultra-thin bodies could lead to “bendgate.”

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