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iPhone 6 Subjected to Bend Test, Proves More Durable Than iPhone 6 Plus
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I think it boils down to MKHKB saying its possible but also takes into account that it isn't a common occurrence considering all the iPhone 6 plus' that have been sold so far, it hasn't been that widespread. Now, maybe over time it will become more common, or it just might be like the iPhone 5/5S where it was a fluke with certain users (albeit something that is entirely possible to occur).
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Why aren't we talking about how the glass never breaks when its bent?
Oh, that would show the phone is actually good, because even under pressure of bending the phone, the glass didn't break. You can spin this test in other directions depending on what you want to achieve.....
Why aren't we talking about how the glass never breaks when its bent?
Oh, that would show the phone is actually good, because even under pressure of bending the phone, the glass didn't break. You can spin this test in other directions depending on what you want to achieve.....
I hated the thinness fixation from Apple ... Hopefully , they will now fire Johnny Ive for somebody less pompous and more engineering . And the iPhone need no thinness , it needs bigger and better battery, be it 9mm "thick" .. I want a monster with iOS , and a battery that would last me through 3rd world war on single charge, or at least through holidays , if I forgot charger.
This forum is filled with Negative Nellies and Chicken Littles. Among that crowd, being negative and declaring doom and gloom is what makes one popular, or at least gives one the air of superiority.
Well one things for sure, Motorola is still building extra tough phones even with an ownership change or two. That's a good thing and hopefully Lenovo keeps the build strength.
I'd say all of them did pretty well and although the iPhone 6 might be slightly weaker most people should never have an issue with one if they take care of it.
I'd say all of them did pretty well and although the iPhone 6 might be slightly weaker most people should never have an issue with one if they take care of it.
This seems to be foolish! Going to far with this "bendgate" junk! Just to say I am glad to own the iPhone 6 instead of the iPhone plus! Get a case!
Oh totally, I think anyone trying to argue all 6+ users will see bending is poorly guided. But, as I said, obviously it can bend, and in some cases, I would imagine during specific daily activity.
I wouldn't buy the 6+ because of this, rather the standard 6 which in my opinion is a better all around cell phone anyways.
What I'm getting out of this whole thing is "it's possible to bend phones, but it's not really a noticeable problem for plastic ones." Good to know.
Some people seem to be missing the point of this test and the complaints about the iPhone 6+
Many customers have seen their phones bend through normal usage and a mobile phone should be expected to be durable enough to be stored in people's pockets.
It's impossible to demonstrate a phone bending in a pocket but perfectly acceptable to show that with a little force, the phone can be easily bent.
Many customers have seen their phones bend through normal usage and a mobile phone should be expected to be durable enough to be stored in people's pockets.
It's impossible to demonstrate a phone bending in a pocket but perfectly acceptable to show that with a little force, the phone can be easily bent.
There will be battery cases out that should take care of what your looking for.
I hope they never fire Jony Ive, he's an amazing designer and even if this is a design flaw the engineering team would be the blame.
However, I still think it's just not going to be a big problem with most people.
Slightly off the bending theme topic. I have been given the opportunity to handle an iPhone 6+ today for the very first time.
I actually came away feeling disappointed and dare I say it, I think the 5s is altogether a much nicer package.
The new 6 looks too brash for my tastes. Okay I suppose if you like bling, personally though I prefer the understated look of the 5s.
Could be a generational thing I suppose, me being older. However, I know what I know and the 6+ is not something I would yearn to own.
I actually came away feeling disappointed and dare I say it, I think the 5s is altogether a much nicer package.
The new 6 looks too brash for my tastes. Okay I suppose if you like bling, personally though I prefer the understated look of the 5s.
Could be a generational thing I suppose, me being older. However, I know what I know and the 6+ is not something I would yearn to own.
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Try Samsung phone and watch it snap instead of bend!
They already tested that with the Note 3, currently the largest Samsung phone, well, closest to the 6+ anyways, it bent with force, but it bounced right back, no problems.
This pretty much sums up this guys video.
Hey guys the new iPhone has bending issues as seen by my test video: http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2O90vLm7SCI
Lots of science used to create this test video.
Hey guys the new iPhone has bending issues as seen by my test video: http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2O90vLm7SCI
Lots of science used to create this test video.
I'm beginning to think that the whole internet is run by the Tavistock Institute for analyzing behavioral patterns and such.
Oh yeah, that's a thing all right.
There are some sites that the mere mention of that word gets you instantly perma-banned. In some cases, they'll ban entire IP ranges because they don't want the other users to catch on. Or maybe they just ban to see what the reaction of the banned is. In which case, it's still a test.
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Yes, all things being equal, a shorter piece of metal requires more force to bend than a longer one. All things being equal. Has it been determined that the thickness of the casing on the 6 is the same as the 6+? Is the casing on the 6 thinner, same, or thicker?
Unfortunately, I can only give one vote to this description of the people that want to stuff an expensive piece of equipment into the too tight jeans then use it like a chair. They must take stupid pills by the handfull.
The phone is not bending he is bending it intentionally .
Try to understand the difference
Awesome video! I figure a slim, hard back case but help from bending. As he said in the video, only a few phones have been bent, could just be a bad batch, as long as Apple replaces the phones, I'd be happy.
...or it displays a design flaw in a device that's meant to have heavy use. I can't bend my (Admittedly dead because I'd never do it on a working device) iPhone 4 or 5S.
You seem to assume this is a made up issue. The point is, not can a phone bend with a lot of force, but is the 6Plus weak? It does appear to be weak. Other phones can flex a little, and go back to their shape, the 6Plus doesnt flex, it just bends, and stays bent. Certainly, a larger, thinner device of any product will be more prone to damage, but this phone appears to be weak and poorly designed from a chassis point of view. The area where the volume buttons are is the weak spot, assume that the frame has no other chassis that is free of these holes, and therefore is much weaker
Why is he so surprised the Moto X can't bend. does he not understand basic psychics? LOOK AT THE SAME OF IT. It curves outwards, its thick as hell at some points, of course its not going to bend.
If you want a super robust phone obviously don't buy an iPhone, there are other options.
If you want a super robust phone obviously don't buy an iPhone, there are other options.