Despite showing resilience against bending, it's advisable to avoid using the iPhone Air as a seating surface.
The iPhone Air, Apple's slimmest smartphone to date, boasts a waistline of just 5.5 millimeters. This sleek design, however, does not compromise the device's durability, as demonstrated by Apple's recent stress tests.
Apple claims the iPhone Air to be more durable than any previous iPhone, withstanding 130 pounds of vertical weight without breaking or permanent bending of the chassis. This durability is attributed to the iPhone Air's fortification with a grade 5 titanium frame and Ceramic Shield technology, offering four-fold drop resistance.
Despite its slimmer design, the iPhone Air may not experience a "bendgate" fiasco similar to previous iPhones. However, the main challenge with repairing the iPhone Air lies in its thin and compact design, which requires special tools and makes repairs more complex. Consequently, repair costs are high—for example, a display repair costs around 405 euros, and a repair involving both the display and back glass can reach up to 499 euros. Some repairs are almost as expensive as buying a new device.
AppleCare covers both "iPhone Screen-Only or Back Glass-Only Damage" and "iPhone Screen-Only and Back Glass-Only Damage", but only in specific situations. The document states that any damage to the enclosure, such as bending or denting, would prevent Apple from replacing either the screen or back glass on the Covered Device. The Covered Device's enclosure must not be bent or dented for Apple to replace either the screen or back glass.
While the lab tests simulate potential stress scenarios, real-life situations may not be accurately represented. For instance, an average adult male weighing over 130 pounds could potentially sit on the iPhone Air for a longer period, which could potentially damage the device, especially if it is subjected to heavier loads.
Despite these potential drawbacks, the iPhone Air returned to being perfectly flat after being placed on a table following the stress test, and continued to function after the test, as reported by MobileSyrup. Apple demonstrated the iPhone Air's strength on a rig that tested its ability to withstand stress.
In conclusion, the iPhone Air's durability, while impressive, should be approached with caution. Users are advised to handle the device with care to avoid costly repairs and maintain its functionality.
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