iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro Outperform Last Year’s Models in Durability and Design
TL;DR
The iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro models demonstrate high durability in bend and drop tests, with the iPhone Air featuring a titanium frame and Ceramic Shield 2, making it resistant to bending and capable of surviving six-foot drops with some damage. The iPhone 17 Pro's aluminum frame offers better protection, and both models outperform previous iPhones like the iPhone 16 Pro, though Ceramic Shield 2 remains glass-like and susceptible to breaking. Overall, Apple's claims of improved durability are supported, but protective cases are still recommended.
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