One of the most crucial tests that checks the build quality of a new smartphone is the drop test. Every time a new flagship device is released, some brave souls go out and perform the drop test. This time, it's the brand new iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus. The folks at Phonebuff got a hold of the … [Read more...]
What Happens When The iPhone 5s And iPhone 5c Undergo A Drop Test [Video]
Today was a big day for Apple, as the iPhone 5s went on sale across the world (launch countries). The Gold iPhone 5s is so much in demand that they've already run out of stock and are showing shipping times of October. It has sort of become a custom, that whenever a new smartphone is launched, it … [Read more...]
The HTC One Vs iPhone 5 In This Drop Test [VIDEO]
In February HTC released the new "One" smartphone that sported a giant 4.7-inch high definition display and an aluminum body. Critics were quick to point to the fact that the HTC One's body looked very similar to that of the iPhone. The question is, however, can the HTC One compare to the … [Read more...]
I May Have Spoke Too Soon; iPhone 5 Bests Samsung Galaxy S III In Drop Test
In a previous post, I predicted that the polycarbonate plastic casing for the Samsung Galaxy S III would give it an edge in durability over the iPhone 5, and it seems I spoke too soon. The folks at Android Authority have pit the iPhone 5 against the Samsung Galaxy S III. Naturally they were rooting … [Read more...]
iPhone 5 Drop And Durability Test; How Does Apple’s New Phone Hold Up? [VIDEO]
There are pros and cons for having a phone's chassis made out of premium materials such as metal and glass. The iPhone 5 feels great to hold, and while it is supposed to be fairly durable, any glass can only hold up to so much force. Plastics, such as the Samsung Galaxy S III's polycarbonate casing, … [Read more...]