Corning, the company behind the screen protection found on most smartphones, has introduced its latest innovation, the Gorilla Glass Ceramic. The new glass is designed to improve drop resistance and reduce cracked screens without compromising clarity.
As the name suggests, Gorilla Glass Ceramic incorporates ceramic materials, which Corning claims make it more impact-resistant than traditional aluminosilicate glass. According to the company, the material can withstand 10 consecutive one-meter drops onto surfaces replicating asphalt (180-grit sandpaper). But it’s not the toughest option Corning has.
Gorilla Glass Ceramic might not be the toughest Corning has
That title still belongs to Gorilla Glass Armor 2, which Corning says can survive drops from 2.2 meters onto a concrete-like surface. The distinction matters—concrete generally absorbs less impact than asphalt, making Armor 2 the more durable choice. For those unaware, Armor 2 also uses ceramic materials.
Corning hasn’t detailed which brands will adopt Gorilla Glass Ceramic, but the company confirmed that a Motorola device featuring the new glass will launch in the coming months. However, it stopped short of naming the specific model.
For now, Gorilla Glass Ceramic seems to be positioned as a mid-tier alternative—more durable than standard aluminosilicate glass, but not quite at the level of Armor 2.
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