OnePlus recently launched the OnePlus 10T in the global market, and as per usual, the device was put through popular Youtuber JerryRigEverything‘s durability test. As we already know, the device failed the bend test and snapped in half, just like the OnePlus 10 Pro.
We could imagine this has been quite a PR nightmare for OnePlus as the test has questioned the device’s structural durability. Now, the brand has finally put out a statement addressing the issue.
OnePlus said, “The OnePlus 10T meets or exceeds all of OnePlus’ extensive durability testing procedures, this includes a pressure test where the device is suspended while weight is applied to its center on both its front and back. The OnePlus 10T has an enhanced structure engineering design and can bear over 45kg of external force in this test at OnePlus’ lab.”
“When designing, engineering, and manufacturing OnePlus devices, we ensure they not only offer a design that is beautiful and burdenless but is also durable so they can withstand everyday usage,” the Chinese brand added.
Going by these statements, it appears that OnePlus is still not ready to admit any flaw in the new camera design which has been at the epicenter of these breaks. It is worth pointing out that JerryRigEverything’s bend test is meant to demonstrate extreme conditions and the daily user will likely not be bending their smartphones with such force.
However, it is quite clear that OnePlus is behind its competitors when it comes to structural durability. Hopefully, the brand fixes these issues with its next flagship series of smartphones. Till then, we advise OnePlus 10T and 10 Pro users to use their devices with a back cover on.
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