Following its launch, Apple’s new iPhone 17 series underwent JerryRigEverything’s rigorous durability test. In this video, the device demonstrated its scratch, bend, and impact resistance.

iPhone 17 Undergoes Durability Test

The iPhone 17 features a soft-touch glass back. This new design eliminates sharp anodized aluminum edges on the camera island, making it more scratch-resistant.

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During the test, the device was exposed to aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium bars, as well as metals such as silver, gold, and copper, and only sustained minor scratches against hard metals.

The front of the device features Ceramic Shield 2, which provides the same level of protection as the Pro models. This protection showed light scratches at level 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, but the screen was found to be resistant to lesser scratches. In the heat test with a lighter, the screen maintained its brightness and no permanent burn marks were observed.

When it came to the most challenging bend test for phones, the iPhone 17 successfully resisted pressure applied to both the front and back. The device’s casing did not crack or separate.

This test demonstrates that the device will not bend in daily use, especially when sitting in a pocket. When evaluating its overall durability, the iPhone 17 offers robust protection on both the front and back.

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