Buy apple iphone 6s 32gb unlocked gsm 4g lte cell phone w 12mp camera space gray. In the video, the phone is given the same bend test it was given a year ago. If you have even an ounce of common sense, you probably dont need to be told this. Its also crazy to think that the iphone 6 and 6 plus are nearly half as durable as the previous generation in. Aug 19, 2015 lew was given a makeshift force meter to test the durability of the iphone 6 and 6s shell under pressure. The phone looks a lot like the iphone 8, and it meant to be a replacement for those who are still using apple s older smartphones like the iphone 6 and the iphone 7. Apple might have figured out how to fix the ugliest thing. He found that the iphone 6 bent under 30lbs of force at the two weak points on the iphone 6 shell. Over the weekend, thats exactly what a pair of british teenagers named kylie and danny did at an apple store in the united kingdom. By appleinsider staff thursday, september 24, 2015, 08. A leaked shell for the iphone 6s allegedly shows that apple has addressed bending concerns by making the device considerably thicker. Does the iphone 6 bend easily if placed in a pocket. The new iphone 6s and iphone 6s plus only just hit stores on friday, but as with previous iterations, people have already posted videos of themselves damaging, destroying, and bending the expensive phones, because effectively setting hundreds of dollars on fire is a great time.
Steer your snake through obstacles, all the way to the finish line. The iphone 6s and iphone 6s plus seem to survive reasonable drops onto hard surfaces fairly well. Sep 24, 2015 youtuber christian from fonefox has already gotten his hands on the iphone 6s plus over in new zealand and has put the device through a variety of different bend tests, seeing if apples efforts. Or course it will, after all its made of aluminum and glass, but the force needed to bend it seems to be a lot greater. If you really put big pressure on it, i believe no matter for what kind of device, it will bend. An old thread in apples support forum points to bends reported in the iphone 5 and 5s. If my inbox is anything to go by, theres one question about the new iphone 6s that apple hasnt answered satisfactorily does it bend. Sep 28, 2015 the new iphone 6s and 6s plus can withstand more pressure than their predecessors and bounce back to their original shape. Apple s iphone 6 has a remarkable design just ask samsung but one thats far from being perfect. However, even after multiple tries, the iphone 6s plus did not bend at all in the same test. Apple appears to have improved the durability of the iphone 7 compared to the iphone 6s, as highlighted by a new drop test video by everythingapplepro. I have still warranty but apple store do not want to replace it or to fix it.
Lewis hilsenteger from the site unbox therapy got his hands on the casing for the next iphone, the socalled iphone 6s, and subjected it to a rigorous bend test. The device must pass certain guidelines covered in an iphone visual inspection test, according to an apple support rep who chatted with the next web. Sep 25, 2014 apple iphone 6 and 6 plus can bend in pockets, users complain. Nov 04, 2015 my iphone 6 is bent and i have no idea how it comes. Select the color that fits your style, since the iphone 6s is available in gray, silver, gold and rose gold. Apple addresses bendgate by strengthening weak points of. In fonefoxs tests the iphone 6s plus is subject to the same bend. First iphone 6s bend test shows it doesnt bend much at all cnet. Below is a video showing whether the new iphone 6s plus is bending or not. Today, youtube channel fonefox subjected the iphone 6s plus to a bend test to see if apples improvements help.
Leaked parts for the iphone 6s show that apple has seemed to fix the bendgate issue. Consumer reports test results find iphone 6 and 6 plus not as bendy as believed we stress test apple s new phones, plus comparable models from samsung, lg, and htc. We test apples new 7000 series aluminium rose gold iphone to see if we can put an end to bend gate. Despite being thicker, apple s new 4inch iphone isnt as sturdy as the higherend 6s, bringing back memories of. But i read that many people have the same problem with the iphone 6 and 6s. The bending issue has seen quite a bit of coverage after some users complained that the iphone 6 plus could bend in their pockets, and the iphone 6 plus bend test video went viral. Its not a big issue and the phone still works it just looks really weird and im worried it might get worse. Court documents show apple knew the iphone 6 range would. As more pressure is applied, the device does slightly start to bend. Sep 25, 2015 the video starts with christian trying to use his thumbs to bend the iphone 6s plus, which was more than enough to easily bend its predecessor. I had also the iphone 4,4s,5,5s and i never had this problem.
Some even found that the iphone 6 and 6 plus would bend from the. Additional terms from apple or apples tradein partner may apply. Apple released a statement today to address the bend gate, as a number of iphone 6 plus users have reported that their phones can bend under. In the video, christian of fonefox gripped the device and slowly increased the pressure to see if the iphone 6s. Your latest shots are automatically added to icloud photos, and any organizational changes or edits you make are always kept up to date across all your devices. Sep 30, 2014 bendgate, the controversy over whether apple s iphone 6 plus is prone to bending, has something in common with magic. Its clear that apples efforts to make the iphone 6s plus more sturdy than its. Sep 25, 2015 hours after apple began to ship the iphone 6s and iphone 6s plus, the first bend test video of the larger variant has already surfaced on the web. As part of the iphone 6s and iphone 6s plus design, apple has made a number a number of changes, including increasing the thickness by 0. Sep 28, 2015 apple iphone 6s wont bend in your pocket, but dont drop it face down on the sidewalk apple banishes the ghost of bendgate with its new, sturdier iphone 6s and 6s plus enclosure. Apple had not replied to request for comment by the time of publication hilsenteger conducted a similar test with the 5. Sep 25, 2015 apple s slick new iphone 6s and iphone 6s plus only just hit stores around the world on friday, but as with previous years, people have already posted videos of themselves damaging and destroying. Based on the evidence gathered its likely that the upcoming iphone 6s and 6s plus will utilize a stronger 7000 series aluminum. Consumers were able to apply pressure to certain parts of the iphone 6 plus, resulting in a very distinct and noticeable bend occurring.
I bought my iphone 6 about 1 month ago, and recently i notice it is a little bent. Sep 25, 2014 will apple replace your bent iphone 6. When the iphone 6 and 6 plus came out, they were immediately bent out of shape. Before conducting the test, lewis hilsenteger from unbox therapy said his 6 plus showed signs of being bent simply from being in. Was disappointed at the response i got from apple genius and subsequently the apple store manager. The apple iphone 6s gets tested in its first bend test today and the results will surprise you with nearly three times the strength. The iphone 6s did much better under pressure, and it didnt bend until 80lbs of force was applied. Soon after the iphone 6 and iphone 6 plus hit apple stores globally, reports began to circulate that the newer, bigger screen had a significant. Conspiracy theorists watch my new uncut test galaxy note 3 bend. From searching, i think it might be becaused by having it in rear pocket. How durable are the iphone 6s and iphone 6s plus bend test. With the use of series 7000 aluminium, apple says 2015s iphone 6s and iphone 6s plus are much stronger, and the company certainly appears to have learnt from past mistakes, as a new bend test shows the new iphone models are too strong to bend easily.
Apple iphone 6s wont bend in your pocket, but dont drop it face down on the sidewalk apple banishes the ghost of bendgate with its new, sturdier iphone 6s and 6s plus enclosure. Apple iphone 6 and 6 plus can bend in pockets, users. Hours after apple began to ship the iphone 6s and iphone 6s plus, the first bend test video of the larger variant has already surfaced on the web. Talk time tests were conducted over a 3g voice network. First iphone 6s bend test shows off nearly unbendable 7000 series aluminum. Even worse, they decided to make a video of the bending. Lewis hilsenteger of unbox therapy got his hands on what he claims to be the casing for the upcoming iphone 6s, which apple is expected to unveil in september. Why the iphone 6 bends and why it wouldnt be an issue if. The thinner iphone 6s didnt bend until 10 pounds later. Apple iphone 6s wont bend in your pocket, but dont drop it face. In one of the first stress tests, apples new phone stands firm. Apple iphone 6s wont bend in your pocket, but dont drop it.
What is the difference between apple iphone 6s and apple iphone 5. Aside from the bending issues that affected some iphone 6 plus users after the phone. Here a the smart phone tool kit to repair smart phones. Things were so bad that it earned the moniker bendgate. Internal documents reveal apple knew the iphone 6 was more. We also looked at iphone 6s plus and iphone 7 plus and explained how to repair a bent iphone. Apple has fixed the bending iphone issue business insider. How to play bend tap and hold to stretch your snake, let go and watch it bend itself to match the road. The new iphone 6s and iphone 6s plus does indeed seem stronger than the iphone 6 and iphone 6 plus that was released last year.
It managed to survive the scratch, flame and bend test and remain fully. Updated in 2018 with links and videos showing how to unbend an iphone 7. This video will test the iphone screen, the 7000 series aluminum back, as well as the camera lens. Internal documents reveal apple knew the iphone 6 was more likely. Sep 25, 2015 this year apple has launched the iphone 6s plus which comes with a stronger material ie the aluminium 7000 series which is not apple iphone 6s plus is stronger extreme bend test video. Internal documents revealed in an ongoing court case revealed that apple knew that the iphone 6 was 3.
So warranty service company squaretrade decided to put the iphone 7. Sep 24, 2015 today, youtube channel fonefox subjected the iphone 6s plus to a bend test to see if apple s improvements help. Apple then puts the iphone 6 and iphone 6 plus through a 3point bend test, where 25kg of weight is pressed across the centre of the iphone. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on youtube. Read our guide to learn how to fix your iphone 6s or 7 if it bends. The aluminum upgrade was a great decision because the iphone 6s plus survived a bend test performed by youtube channel fonefox. A screengrab from an iphone 6 plus bend test video on youtube. How well does the iphone 7 handle water, bend, drop. Find out which is better and their overall performance in the smartphone ranking. Unlocked cell phones free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Posted by rajesh pandey on sep 25, 2015 in iphone 6s plus, iphone bendgate soon after the launch of the iphone 6 and iphone 6 plus last year, it was discovered that the larger iphone could be easily bent by applying force in the middle, or by just carrying the phone around in ones back pocket. However, compared to iphone 6 6s 6 plus, iphone 7 seems stronger and less vulnerable to bend.
Apple has exorcised the ghost of bendgate with its new iphone 6s and 6s plus, according to an independent series of tests conducted over. I had it in a lifeproof case and have no idea what happened, just took it out one day and it looked like this. The document states that apple s internal testing found that, compared to the iphone 5s, the iphone 6 was 3. They said that apple policy is not to replace any iphone 6 or 6 plus with any sort of bend in it. Sep 17, 2016 apple appears to have improved the durability of the iphone 7 compared to the iphone 6s, as highlighted by a new drop test video by everythingapplepro. Apple knew before launching the iphone 6 series that its 4. Heres how iphone 6s plus handles bendgate brutality 9to5mac. The video is showing clearly that new iphone 6s plus is way stronger than the previously available iphone 6. First iphone 6s bend test shows off nearly unbendable 7000. Many surprise rewards await you during your adventure. Oct 11, 2016 squaretrades waterbenddrop test interestingly, apples warranty for the iphone 7 and 7 plus does not cover liquid damage. Pressure is simply applied to both ends of the device in an effort to bend it in the middle. Apple iphone 6 and 6 plus can bend in pockets, users complain. It looks like apple has fixed the bending problem with the iphone.
Tradein values vary based on the condition, year and configuration of your tradein device. Everythingapplepros iphone 7 vs iphone 6s bend test the antenna bands are integrated towards the very top and bottom of the iphone 7 whereas the antenna bands on the iphone 6s. This thing is tough, its not going to bend unless you do really muscle the thing in some outrageous situation. The new iphone 6s and 6s plus can withstand more pressure than their predecessors and bounce back to their original shape. Apple preowned iphone 6s with 32gb memory cell phone unlocked space gray. In fonefoxs tests the iphone 6s plus is subject to the same bend process that its predecessor was a year ago. Fonefoxs christian simply wraps his hands around the device and attempts to bend it in the middle. This change will likely produce a more durable iphone but it may be.
Testing conducted by apple in august 2015 using preproduction iphone 6s and iphone 6s plus units and software, on both gsm and cdma carrier networks. On september 25, apple officially responded to the bending controversy, expressing that the situation is extremely rare. What to do if your iphone 6s or 7 bends how to fix a. Apple iphone 6s plus is stronger extreme bend test video. However, i have only found this to happen in the 6, not 6s, because of some hardware change apple supposedly did.
Someone makes the scratching, burning and bending test for iphone 7 matte black version. Mar 10, 2016 the good news is apple used the new series 7000 aluminum, which is tougher than the series 6000 used to cast out the iphone 6 shell and is less likely to bend in your pocket. I can confidently say that the iphone 6s and iphone 6s plus are. Bendgate, the controversy over whether apples iphone 6 plus is prone to bending, has something in common with magic. The all new iphone 6s and iphone 6s plus are built for durability, with a stronger aluminum enclosure that apple describes as made from the same grade used in the aerospace industry, coupled with a glass screen that apple says is the most durable in the smartphone industry. Oct 18, 2019 with icloud photos, you can access your photos and videos from your iphone, ipad, ipod touch, mac, apple tv, on, and even your pc.
Apple iphone 6s wont bend in your pocket, but dont drop. The controversy over whether or not apple s new iphone 6 phablet was prone to bending inside peoples pockets, dubbed bend gate. I was told to write to apple in ireland if i was still not happy. Make sure your snake is long enough to reach the next target.
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