In a recent durability test, Google‘s latest flagship foldable failed dramatically. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold quite literally cracked under pressure and even partially “exploded” when it was pushed to its limits. So here’s everything you need to know before considering buying this premium foldable.

Google’s Foldable Fails Big Once Again: Almost Catches Fire This Time

Known YouTuber JerryRigEverything recently shared a new video where they put the Pixel 10 Pro Fold through his extreme durability test. He claimed that Google’s most expensive smartphone might be the weakest foldable phone he has ever tested. Starting with the IP68 rating, Google impressed with the first ever smartphone with a dustproof design. But in the video, Zack noted that the display is dustproof; however, the hinge is “definitely” not, as you can hear a nasty crunch, which likely caused finer particles to make their way inside the folding mechanism.

Things also get worse when we get to the bend test. Despite the structural weakness caused by the antenna lines near the hinge on its predecessors, Google decided to change nothing with its latest Pixel 10 Pro Fold. So unsurprisingly, the device snapped on this antenna line when pushed to its limit. In comparison, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 received plenty of praise during this test, with an impressively tough design.

All of this leads to the worst part of this video, where the $1,799 Pixel foldable starts smoking after the battery integrity gets breached during the bend test. JRE states that he subjects all of the smartphone to the same level lof torture, but this is the first time in his decade long stress testing career that a smartphone from a major brand has actually blown up.

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Rugged phones ensure uninterrupted communication, data access, and essential applications even in the toughest settings. Their durability and reliability enhance productivity, safety, and peace of mind for users who rely on their devices in challenging work scenarios. 

Ulefone is a brand known for its rugged smartphones and devices. And with the brand new Armor 22 rugged phone, the brand is set to transform our perception of rugged smartphones. So let’s delve into the details of the Armor 22’s features and its rugged capabilities.

Durability Test

The Ulefone Armor 22 is not your average smartphone. It has undergone rigorous durability testing to ensure it can withstand the harshest conditions life might throw at it.

Waterproof

Imagine a smartphone that not only survives but thrives when fully submerged in water for up to 30 minutes. The Ulefone Armor 22 meets the most stringent durability standards, boasting an IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810G rating. Whether you’re caught in a sudden downpour or accidentally drop your phone in a puddle, the Armor 22 has got you covered.

Screen 

The Armor 22 also boasts remarkable screen durability. It can withstand the pressure of breaking many pieces of nuts without a single crack. Moreover, its screen remains crystal clear even when subjected to an electric drill for a few seconds. Say goodbye to the anxiety of a cracked screen.

Extreme Temperature Resistance

Extreme temperatures won’t faze the Ulefone Armor 22. It can survive being submerged in ice and even having a burning piece of paper placed on the screen. After enduring these extreme tests, the phone continues to function perfectly. It won’t turn into a brick under extreme conditions, ensuring you stay connected no matter where you are.

Built to Survive Drops

The Ulefone Armor 22 doesn’t just survive drops; it thrives on them. Even after being frozen into ice for several hours and falling from a height of over 1.5 meters onto a hard surface, the phone not only survives but also operates smoothly when picked up. Its rugged design is a game-changer for those who lead active lifestyles.

Impressive Specifications

Beyond its exceptional durability, the Ulefone Armor 22 packs a punch in terms of specifications. It boasts a 64MP wide-angle camera, a 64MP night vision camera with two IR LEDs, and a stunning 6.58-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 2408 x 1080 FHD+. 

Powered by an 8-core MediaTek Helio G96 CPU, it comes with 8GB of RAM (with an 8GB virtual RAM expansion option) and 128GB/256GB storage choices. Plus, the 6600mAh large battery ensures your device stays powered throughout the day. Running on Android 13, it even features an IR Blaster for added convenience.

Launch Date

With the highly anticipated launch day just around the corner, the Ulefone Armor 22 is set to captivate a wide audience. Mark your calendars for September 18, 2023, as this rugged phone will be available for purchase on AliExpress. If you’re eager to own a smartphone that combines unmatched durability with top-notch specifications, make sure to check out Ulefone Armor 22. 

For more information on the product and its features, you can check out Ulefone’s official website.

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Foldable smartphones are known to offer some innovative tech but also have its own share of drawbacks. These models are typically classed among the most expensive mobile devices and are not very durable either. But while the pricing issue will likely take some time, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 takes on the latter notion with its Herculean build.

Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 just built different?

In a recent JerryRigEverything video, the South Korean tech giant’s Galaxy Z Fold 5 garnered a positive review in the durability test. The video shows Zack putting the foldable phone through a number of different endurance tests. This ranges from a scratch test, a dust folding test, and a burn test. The Galaxy Z Fold 5 survived all of these tests and managed to work normally for the most part.

However, the most interesting part of the video was the bend test. To check if the ultra-premium device can survive bending in the opposite direction, Zack bent the device when it is closed and opened. This is the test that the Google Pixel Fold and the Motorola Razr+ didn’t survive. On the other hand, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 managed to get through this test without breaking a sweat.

The device didn’t break from anywhere or face any major crack or snap. So safe to say, this foldable phone will not let you down. In his own words, the device defies all expectations since its beyond what Samsung intended the phone to survive.

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The latest video from Zack Nelson, the popular tech YouTuber behind the JerryRigEverything channel has been highly anticipated. Since the YouTuber is finally testing the OnePlus 11 to see if the company’s latest flagship phone snaps for the third time.

For those unaware, the OnePlus 10 Pro and the 10T model that launched back in 2022 both failed the bend test of Zack’s bend test in the durability video. Both devices snapped in two and the new change in camera design was found to be the primary cause behind this structural issue. However, it appears that the Chinese smartphone maker managed to break this curse, with its latest premium grade handset barely surviving the test.

Looking at the video, we can see the OnePlus 11 being put through the usual scratch, burn, and bend tests that we know JerryRigEverything channel to showcase. The device expected as one would expect for all the tests except the bend one. This was the “moment of truth” part of the video as we can see the device clearly flexing to the point that its rear panel starts cracking up. However, unlike the two models that launched before it, the OnePlus 11 held onto its structural integrity.

Although there were some key points to note in the video. First of all, the scratch test on the display area right above the under screen fingerprint scanner usually doesn’t affect the functionality. But the scratches on the 11 model caused the sensor to be unable to rear Zack’s finger entirely. Notably, the OnePlus 11 showed the most sign of distress in the area right below the camera module. In other words, this region is still prone to cracks and bending related issues than other parts. Despite all this, it is still great news that the brand did not strike out on the third flagship phone in a row.

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The Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro was launched earlier this month, in January 2023. The phone holds the company’s vision to transcend the boundaries of simply a gaming smartphone. It has a new redesigned logo, alongside other features that make it an attractive option for gaming smartphone enthusiasts. If you were worried about the phone’s durability factor, you don’t have to wait too much, since JerryRigEverything’s latest durability test sheds light on the same. 

During the scratch test, the phone withstood the scratches up until level 6, with deeper grooves at level 7 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. When the edges of the phone were subjected to the sharp edges of a knife, major scratches were seen owing to a lot of buttons and the phone frame being made out of aluminum. The metal volume rocker was removable as well for some reason. Also, the capacitative shoulder triggers were not affected by the scratch test, which was impressive. The Red Magic 8 Pro withstood the bend test quite well. The back glass was separated from the frame, but the phone managed to stay in one piece after all.  

The Red Magic 8 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. Being a gaming phone, it is equipped with an ICE 11 cooling system that comprises a composite graphene, vapour chamber heat dissipation plate, air aluminum box, turbofan, high-conducting gel, copper coil, cooling air duct, turbo cooler, and graphene under the screen. The device packs up to 16GB RAM and 512GB storage. It has a 6,000mAh battery unit with support for 65W fast charging. The smartphone runs on Red Magic 6-based Android 13 out of the box.

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Almost a month after its official launch, the Google Pixel 7 Pro has made it to popular YouTuber JerryRigEverything’s chopping block for a durability test. And spoiler alert: the device has some serious structural problems.

The Pixel 7 Pro is entirely constructed out of recycled aluminum, as demonstrated in the JerryRigEverything video. The phone looks classy and gorgeous because the side frame is made of metal and not plastic. However, the video does point out that the bump on the rear camera is a concern.

Google Pixel 7 Pro durability test

The display, which is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, served as the starting point for the durability test of the Pixel 7 Pro. We find scratches at level 6, similar to the majority of phones, and deeper markings at level 7. This confirms the phone does indeed have scratch-resistant glass, which is often expected from a flagship product these days.

The second portion of the video demonstrates the Pixel 7 Pro’s metal frame, which also houses the power and volume rocker controls. The back camera bump is also constructed of metal but has been painted to give it a distinctive dual-color tone design. However, the core issue is that the bump quickly scratches even after a very brief contact with keys, coins, or any other pocket things. Particularly after paying a premium fee, this looks terrible.

The glass on the back panel is also prone to scratches, and they are very noticeable. The burn test is the next step. Under a flame from a regular lighter, the pixels of the OLED panel burn at the 20-second mark and don’t return to normal. The display is still operational, though.

The bend test comes next in the video. Even though the phone doesn’t bend and split in half, we can hear fractures near the camera bump, and the antenna line flexes somewhat, leaving a permanent bend on the Pixel 7 Pro. This means it’s best to use the phone with a case because the phone’s frame around the camera isn’t very sturdy.

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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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The Dutch company Fairphone, famous for its modular phones and ethical practices, released the Fairphone 4 in September as the latest addition to their module smartphone line. The phone was recently tested on its durability and sustainability claims by the famous Youtuber, JerryRigEverything.

The Youtuber Zack Nelson first puts the phone through a disassembly and reassembly test, suitable for a phone claiming to be designed for easy dismantled and repaired by the end-user, prolonging the useful life as long as possible.

The Youtuber easily removes the back case and battery of the phone, complimenting the brand for offering the easiest battery replacement experience of 2021. Zack proceeds to easily remove the bottom module containing the speakers, the USC-C connector, the top module containing the rear camera, and the front-facing camera in a matter of minutes.

He also points out that an expert screwer can replace the display on the Fairphone 4 in about 5 minutes. It is as easy as removing 8 Phillips head screws and running a fingernail around the exterior edge of the phone.

Following that easy reassembly, the Gorilla Glass 5 screen of the smartphone is put through a scratch resistance test which shows no marks when scratched by materials with a level 5 hardness on the Mohs scale of hardness.

The aluminum chassis of the phone holds up admirably as well, only losing some color to a scrape from a box cutter. The screen is also put through the burn test with a lighter under it for 10 seconds resulting in the pixels turning black, but they recover their functionality only a few seconds later.

The Youtuber concludes the durability assessment with a bend test that sees the phone passing with flying colors as it handly has any flex when bent from both back and front. Although the Fairphone 4 may have sacrificed a slim form factor for the sake of replaceable components, it hasn’t come at the cost of its durability.

Zack’s only gripe about the phone was its lack of availability outside Europe. He concludes his video by speculating that the Fairphone might be a massive success in the U.S.A if released as not all people want the latest and greatest in tech, and some want the phone to last long.

If you are interested in this modular device by Fairphone, you can check out its specs by clicking this link.

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China-based ZTE recently launched its ZTE Axon 30 smartphone which comes with an under-display camera sensor for offering a true full-screen experience to users. This also marks the second such smartphone from the company.

The major difference between the in-display camera technology used in this model and in the last year’s phone is the display quality. The Axon 30 comes with a screen offering about 400PPI pixel density, almost double the pixel density on last year’s Axon 20. As for the durability, JerryRigEverything has put it to the test.

First of all, the front-facing camera, which is housed under the display, is pretty much invisible, unlike its predecessor. This is because of the high pixel density display. However, the camera performance isn’t as good as the regular camera sensor.

The phone’s display, when exposed to flame for about 20 seconds or more, forms a white-colored spot forming, which appears to be permanent given that the company has opted to use an OLED panel.

In the scratch test, the screen starts showing scratches at level six while deeper grooves on the display start forming at level seven. The screen area on top of the camera sensor is also immune to minor scratches. The in-display fingerprint sensor keeps working properly even after level seven grooves.

The smartphone is built using plastic but the power button and volume rocker keys are metallic. The camera module on the back is protected by a layer of glass and the separating the camera module from the back cover is made of metal.

The ZTE Axon 30 also passed the bend test, which is surprising given how much the phone bends. While bending the phone backward, there was a sound of something breaking inside but the device kept performing normally. Overall, the build quality is quite good for a smartphone costing about $500.

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OnePlus is no longer a brand that offers just premium flagship smartphones but also has a lineup of budget smartphones under OnePlus Nord branding. The OnePlus Nord N200 is the latest device in this series, priced at around $240.

With such low pricing, it’s obvious that the company compromised on some aspects of the smartphone. However, it seems that the device is good enough to survive JerryRigEverything’s durability test.

It’s noteworthy that during the bend test, something inside the phone seems to have snapped but what exactly happened has not been revealed by the YouTuber yet and for that, we will have to wait a bit longer. However, after the test, the device seems to be working properly even if something has broken internally.

In the scratch test for the display, the screen starts showing scratches from level 6 while level 7 starts having deeper grooves on the display panel which isn’t bad. This indicates that OnePlus opted for a glass display instead of a plastic panel.

The frame of the OnePlus Nord N200 is made up of plastic which can easily be scratched or cut off using a sharp object. Not just the frame, other components of the smartphone placed on the sides of the phone, including the volume button and a fingerprint scanner are also made using plastic materials.

The phone’s back panel, which appears to be made up of glass with a matte finish, is also made up of plastic, prone to scratches. The display of the smartphone survived the burn test. Although the screen went black for a certain area due to it, it started working again after a few seconds without any issues.

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A major rugged smartphone manufacturer – Ulefone recently unveiled Armor 11T 5G smartphone carrying advanced features and specifications. The new rugged smartphone is built to withstand any rough and tough conditions in the real world. To prove these loud features, Ulefone itself put the device under durability test. The video below showcases all the stress that Armor 11 GT has gone through and how easily it sails through all the challenges.

Must See: Ulefone Armor 11T 5G smartphone launched with thermal imaging camera and Dimensity 800 SoC

As seen in the video, the phone has gone through the worst but it still survived without even a scratch. The phone is dropped from a 3-meter height and later survived even from 10m height. It is even thrown on the stairs from a height and was found without any damage. It passes the durability test with flying colors if we see its concrete test where the phone was working after going through a massive hammer hit. Considering the durability test results, the smartphone proves its mettle. It is not only a daily driver for normal users but can be a good replacement for construction workers or outdoor workers.

Ulefone Armor 11T 5G is IP68, IP69K certified smartphone which confirms waterproof, shockproof, and dustproof abilities. The presence of a thermal imaging camera and 5G support enhances its functionality.

The smartphone features MediaTek Dimensity 800 SoC, 5200 mAh battery with support for wireless charging, NFC support, Dual-SIM technology, 48MP primary camera, 6.1-inch waterdrop display, and Android 11. Ulefone Armor 11T 5G is a useful device carrying excellent specifications.

The smartphone is on sale via AliExpress for the price of $499.99. The interested users can know more about the device by heading over to the official website.

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OnePlus recently launched its next-generation flagship lineup, the OnePlus 9 series and the top-end device in the series is the OnePlus 9 Pro. Soon after the announcement, JerryRigEverything shared a video showcasing the phone’s durability test.

To protect it from scratches, the phone comes with a screen protector pre-installed. After removing the film from the top, it started scratching from level 6 while deeper grooves started forming at level 7, which is pretty standard.

The device also comes with an optical in-display fingerprint sensor and even after scratching the screen at level 7, the sensor works fine without any issues, which is impressive but not surprising for a flagship device.

The OnePlus 9 Pro has a metal build and the buttons on the phone are also made up of metal, making the device more durable than the plastic body. Further, the phone is rated IP68, making it water and dust-resistant.

The highlight of the device is the camera module for which the company has partnered with Hasselblad this time. There are four sensors on the back, along with an LED flash, and it’s good to see that scratching the camera module doesn’t affect the phone.

The final test performed on the device was the bend test to check the phone’s durability. It was tested by trying to bend the smartphone both inwards and outways. The device survived both tests without any issues, not even a crack.

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The Redmi Note 10 was recently put under an intense durability test. In a new YouTube video, the device was submerged in water, scratched, dropped, and even bent to test its endurance.

The new YouTube video was from a YouTube channel called Gupta Information Systems. This video had a brand new Redmi Note 10 model put through a durability test, which is quite similar to the one we’ve seen on the JerryRigEverything channel. The first test involves a complete submersion test for the device, which is rated for just splash proof. It was submerged for 5 minutes, which had small amounts of water enter through the SIM card slot.

Despite this, the device still functioned normally, but other flaws in the design started to show soon after. In the scratch test on the body, it was found that the device’s volume buttons still had the same issue that affected its predecessor, with the buttons being easy to snap off with enough force. Similarly, scratch were quite easy to induce on most parts of the body, except the Corning’s Gorilla Glass 3 front panel. While the device still performed average in the remaining tests, the final drop and bend tests were where the issue started.

In the video title, “take an insurance” was stated, which seems apt considering a drop test with the screen facing downward ruined the display. While the Gorilla Glass remained intact, the panel on the inside did not function properly. This might also be partly due to the fact that the Note 10 was dropped in three different angles. In the final bend test, the smartphone broke apart from the region that housed the side mounted fingerprint sensor.

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ASUS launched its fourth-generation gaming smartphone — ASUS ROG Phone 5 series earlier this month. The lineup includes three devices — ROG Phone 5, ROG Phone 5 Pro, and ROG Phone 5 Ultimate.

Now, YouTube channel JerryRigEverything conducted a durability test of the ASUS ROG Phone 5 but to the surprise of many, the device failed the test. A premium high-end gaming smartphone, which is made for rough usage, should have better durability.

When Jerry tried to bend the smartphone, without applying the full force, the phone’s vibratory went haywire and the bottom of the display started facing issues. A little more bend on the front made the display stopped working. When the phone was bent on the back, the glass-coated back panel cracked and the phone was dead.

However, the phone survived a few other tests, including the scratch test and the heat test. But it ultimately failed the durability test given that the smartphone was dead after performing the bend test on the device.

The ASUS ROG Phone 5 series come powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC paired with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. The standard and Pro model max at 16GB RAM and 512GB internal storage, while the Ultimate version comes with a whopping 18GB RAM, similar to the RedMagic 6 Pro Special Edition.

On the front, the phones in the lineup come with a 6.78-inch FHD+ Samsung Super AMOLED Display (E4) with up to 144Hz refresh rate, 24.3ms touch latency, 300Hz touch sampling rate, and an in-screen fingerprint sensor.

As for the optics, the devices feature a triple camera setup on the back consisting of a 64MP Sony IMX686 primary sensor, a 13MP ultra-wide unit, and a 5MP macro shooter. There is also a 24MP front-facing camera for selfies and video calls.

The devices run the latest Android 11 operating system out-of-the-box with both ZenUI and ROG UI on top. The phones are powered by a dual-3000mAh (6,000mAh) battery with support for 65W fast charging and Qualcomm Quick Charge 5.0.

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Ulefone Armor 11 5G has already undergone a lot of torture by the means of different rigours tests like its Infrared Night Vision Camera testing, Infrared Night Vision Benchmark Tests and other durability tests. In a step ahead, the Ulefone Armor 11’s durability is tested once again by placing it inside the cement mixture. The smartphone brings a sigh of relief for the users who often drop their smartphones.

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As seen in the video above, the Armor 11 5G is first placed into the cement mixture and upon drying, the phone is taken out with the help of a hammer. In between the whole process, the device didn’t get damaged at all and it was working as before even after 28 hours.

In the screen scratch test, the Armor 11 5G is was placed inside the box of full steel nails, and was repeatedly rotated. Surprisingly, the device and its display remained intact without even a single scratch.

Ulefone Armor 11 5G Specs

Both the tests on Ulefone Armor 11 5G further proves its military-grade durable design. Moreover, Armor 11 5G carries flagship specifications including a Mediatek DImensity 800 chipset with support for the 5G network. It further runs an 8GB RAM, 256GB internal storage, 48MP Penta-rear camera, a 20MP night vision camera, a 5200 mAh battery with 10W wireless charging. The smartphone houses a 6.1-inch waterdrop display which is effective enough for a vivid-viewing experience. Additionally, the smartphone comes with support for Wireless payments via Google Pay.

The smartphone is now on sale and the first 500 buyers will get a free UF003 wireless charger. You can know more about the device by heading over to the official website.

Related: Ulefone Armor 11 5G with Infrared Night Vision blazes in Benchmark Tests

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Ulefone Armor 10 5G is the world’s first 5G rugged smartphone launched a couple of months ago with exciting specifications. The smartphone manufacturer who is a titan in the rugged smartphone industry is still proving its steel by letting their devices face brutal tests. After the performance, drop, weight and temperature tests, the device faced durability tests. The quad-camera device has once again proved its ruggedness by standing against the ferocious durability test.

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As seen in the video above, the Armor 10 5G us pushed enough to test its limits. It survived repeated throwing of darts without any damage to display and body. Moreover, it is dropped from stairs and on hard-surfaces in lawn with over 2m height. The smartphone worked perfectly fine after getting run over by a vehicle. The device has proved its mettle under various circumstances.

The company soaked the device in the running river for about half an hour, but it came out with the flying colours. Ulefone Armor 10 5G has performed really well in this test. The test itself approves the water, dust and drop-resistance of Armor 10 5G.

Apart from the rugged smartphone build, it features some impressive specifications at the affordable price. It comes with a MediaTek Dimensity 800 SoC 5G chipset coupled with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. There’s a 64MP quad-rear camera for quality photography. The 6.67-inch full-view display improves the viewing experience of the device. A 5800 mAh battery with 15W wireless charging is present. However, users can pay wirelessly using NFC support via Google Pay.

It is available at Banggood for the reasonable price of $399.99. Interested users can know more about the device by heading to the official Ulefone website. 

Related: Detailed View of Ulefone Armor 10 5G 64MP Camera

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The Google Pixel 5 series is the company’s 2020 flagship lineup. While the search giant claims that the device is made out of metal, a recent durability test video revealed that the metal is actually buried under layers of plastic.

Known YouTube tech based content creator, JerryRigEverything, took to hunting down this metal that Google promised. In the video, we can observe him stress test and scratch test the Pixel 5. Apparently, the YouTuber wanted to find out for himself whether the company’s claims of using 100 percent recycled aluminum was true or not. Notably, since the Pixel 5 supported wireless charging, the claims from Google of an all metal device was already under scrutiny.

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Apart from the power button, the rest of the smartphone is covered by layers of plastic. Google calls this finish, “bio resin,” which is just another name for plastic alloy. But, the device does have metal underneath all of these layers, although, one would have to dig around considerably. The video also reveals that once you go deep enough, you finally hit the wireless charging coils and the battery right underneath it.

Unfortunately, digging too deep had the YouTuber hit the battery, which caused fumes to come out of the rear. So, we advise you to not try this at home. To sum things up, Google did manage to make the device feel like metal, but its all just a clever trick that hides those fancy layers of plastic. You can check out the video yourselves above.

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The Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max and iPhone 12 mini are finally available for sale. Early adopters are already getting their hands on Apple’s latest flagship, and rest assured these handsets are as well built as the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro, which were launched prior.

JerryRigEverything, a known YouTuber that is known for making newly launched smartphones undergo a durability and stress test had previously reviewed the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro. Now, the higher end 12 pro Max and the lowest end 12 mini have been subjected to his tests as well, and unsurprisingly, they performed just as well as the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro.

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In the video, the two iPhones were subjected to the scratch test on the Mohs scale of hardness. While the Ceramic Shield screens have better shatter resistance, scratches does appear by level 6 but it is less noticeable. Another notable finding was that the iPhones survived a 50 second lighter test, which caused no permanent damaged either unlike any other smartphone with an OLED panel.

This might be another additional protection from the ceramic molecules on the display’s glass, although, that is just a speculation. Overall, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max and iPhone 12 mini performed quite well and received praise for their durability. These handsets didn’t bend either, meaning, the Cupertino based giant placed an emphasis on the devices’ structures and build quality.

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POCO F2 Pro, the latest flagship smartphone from the Xiaomi-backed brand was launched a few weeks ago and is available for purchase in some regions, including the United States, Europe, and Malaysia.

Now, JerryRigEverything, the popular YouTube channel which does durability tests on smartphones, has released a video about the durability test of the POCO F2 Pro and the device successfully passes the test.

First of all, let’s talk about the display. The screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 and in the scratch test, it started showing scratch signs at level 6 and grooves from level 7. In the burn test, when the screen is burned with a lighter, the pixels go white on that portion after 30 seconds but quickly recovers after some time.

As for the material, the device is built with an aluminum frame and has a glass body, which is quite sturdy. The phone comes with a pop-up camera where the sensor is placed behind a sapphire glass, which has no effect when scratched.

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However, the pop-up module for the camera enclosure is made of plastic and gets scratched easily. The pop-up mechanism has several fail-safes in place and the way it is made is impressive. After deliberately trying to break the pop-up module by thumping it on the table, it’s slider mechanism stopped working but it seems that the phone fixed and adopted it after some time.

On the back, there’s a quad-camera module placed in the top-center position which bumps out from the body. When tried to scratch the screen, there were no issues with it. As for the bend test, the phone also survived it. Although the phone makes a cracking sound, there were no issues on the screen or the body of the phone.

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Must See: Best 6 reasons to grab Ulefone Armor 7E

As we can see in the video above, the phone is dropped from varying heights, crushed under a car, and even rammed against the wall, but it came out with flying colors without any damage. It even survives fall from bicycle holder and a set of stairs. The Ulefone Armor 7E keeps working without a single crack and any other damage.

The smartphone carries IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD 810G military standard certifications for protection against dust, water, and drop. However, the smartphone offers much more than just the durability part.

Ulefone Armor 7E comes powered with MediaTek Helio P90 AI octa-core processor with 2.2GHz maximum clocking speed. It’s PowerVR GM9446 GPU can handle any graphics-intensive task. There’s a huge 48-megapixel triple camera module for high-quality photos. The module also features a 2-megapixel depth and a macro sensor for capturing small objects. A 16-megapixel front camera is present on the front for selfies.

There’s a big 6.3-inch capacitive touch display with a Full HD+ resolution of 2340 x 1080 pixels. It capable enough to provide outstanding movie watching and gaming experience. In connectivity, the users will get support for Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, WiFi, VoLTE, and FM Radio. Moreover, there are Acceleration Sensor, Gravity Sensor, P-Sensor, L-Sensor, E-compass, Gyroscope, Heart Rate Sensor, Coulombmeter, NFC, OTG, Fingerprint, and Face recognition.

A huge 5500 mAh battery with 15W fast charging and 10W wireless charging. It measures 165.85*81*13.55mm and weighs 290 grams.

Ulefone Armor is available on Pre-Order for $219 from Banggood. You can know more details by heading to the product page.

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Xiaomi Mi Note 10 is the latest installment in the Chinese tech giant’s popular Mi Note series. This family of smartphones generally targets the mid rage segment and has been generally successful due to attractive prices and specs. Now, the latest Mi Note 10 has undergone a rigorous durability test from renowned YouTuber JerryRigEverything, known for smartphones breakdown and durability tests.

According to the tests, the Mi Note 10’s body, which is protected by Corning’s Gorilla glass, fared well in the scratch test. Up until the 6th level, both the rear panel and display were unharmed, although the Mohs scale at level 6 managed to leave a mark on both sides. The camera was also placed under similar rough testing and was found to be relatively well protected. Meaning, the camera module glass will not be harmed by every day use.

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In another test, the screen was also subjected to a heat test by a small fire from a lighter. The Mi Note 10 survived this test as well. Due to its aluminum frame, the scratches from the box cutter were noticeable, but only due to excessive force being applied.

So rest assured it isn’t fragile as the video might make it seem. Another positive aspect regarding the Mi Note 10 was that it barely bent during the forceful pressure test. For an in depth review on the durability test, you can check out the video from JerryRigEverything above.

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Ulefone Armor X6 belongs to the entry-level rugged smartphone series of the Chinese manufacturer and so far, we’ve seen it go through various durability tests that have to do with water and drop resistance. Today, the company released a crazy test showing the Armor X6 being stepped over by a car! Let’s see what happened.

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As you can see in the video, the car’s wheel passes many times over the Armor X6 and still, the device remains fully functional and in one piece! Neither the body nor the screen got any cracks or any other kind of damages. It seems that the MIL-STD-810G certification does its job well.

As for the rest of its specs, these include a power-efficient 4-core SoC backed by 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage. Also, there is a big, 4000mAh battery and a 5″ HD display. On the camera department, there’s a dual camera on the back with 8MP/5MP setup and a 2MP selfie shooter that supports face unlock. Of course, it’s a dual-SIM/dual-standby device and comes with Android 9 Pie.

If you are an outdoor enthusiast or just want a durable smartphone for everyday use, Armor X6 should be taken under consideration, especially now that it sells at just $69.99 on Aliexpress. To check out the rest of the company’s product lineup, visit their official website.

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Huawei Mate 30 Pro smartphone, the Chinese giant’s flagship smartphone, has received good reviews overall, but unfortunately the device has been made available in select regions only because of the US-China trade war.

The highlight of the Huawei Mate-series phones has been the camera performance and the Mate 30 Pro doesn’t disappoint. Now, JerryRigEverything conducted several durability tests on the phone which suggests that the phone doesn’t break and has great build quality.

In the scratch test on the phone’s display, we can see that the it starts scratching the screen from level 6 and 7, indicating high resistance to scratches. For those who are unaware, the phone comes with a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass 6 on top. Further, the most of the front side is covered with the display as well as around 50 percent of the sides, thanks to the curved display.

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The other 50 percent of the sides have aluminium frame, which seems quite thin and on scratching off the aluminium, the glass panel seems to be lying underneath. When Jerry subjects the phone’s screen to burn test, the screen recovers pretty fast, leaving no burn marks on the display.

Although the phone is made up of glass, when the smartphone is bent, the phone doesn’t break and the glass panel also remains intact without shattering because of its stiffness. This indicates great built quality given that the OnePlus 7T, which is made up of the same material, doesn’t pass through this glass durability test.

You can check out the video of this durability test below.

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After the first hand-on video that Ulefone released yesterday, today they are back with a more extensive durability test video where they showcase the rugged character of Ulefone Armor 7, their annual flagship. As you already know, the phone features IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810G certification so let’s take a look at how it did.

As you can see in the video, the device is capable of withstanding drops to a concrete floor, rocks, and even a puddle of sand. On all occasions, the phone comes out perfectly fine. In addition, besides being drop-resistant, it’s also protected against water and dust. The tortures it went through pushed the certifications to their limit but the phone came out alive.

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Being a flagship device, its specs are worthy of its category. It comes with a Helio P90 AI SoC backed by 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage as well as a triple rear camera with AI scene recognition and 48MP main sensor, and a 16MP selfie shooter. Also, there is a 6.3″ FHD+ waterdrop screen, 5500mAh battery with Qi 10W wireless charging, face and fingerprint unlock, NFC with Google Pay, Android 9.0 Pie, etc. It is a top rugged smartphone and a decent performer too.

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The Armor 7 is currently selling at just $369.99 over at Banggood and you can check out all the details and specs on the company’s official page. Don’t forget the upcoming 11.11 Shopping Festival of Ulefone on Aliexpress is coming where you’ll have the chance to buy Ulefone phones at super-low prices, participate in giveaway events, and grab many discount coupons.

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Asus Zenfone 6 is one of the best smartphones in the affordable flagship segment right now. The phone comes with powerful internals and more features than what’s usually found on higher-end flagships. But the flip camera, without a doubt, is its biggest attraction. However, flip cameras aren’t always durable, which is why it’s important to see whether the Zenfone 6 is built to last. That’s exactly what JerryRigEverything checked in his recent video.

JerryRigEverything confirms that the Zenfone 6 has an all-metal design. This is why the phone passed his bend test pretty easily. It didn’t even flex a bit in the bend test which was a very good sign. Also, the Zenfone 6 passed the standard scratch and burn tests comfortably. So, no real issues in these departments.

However, the real test was always going to be the phone’s flip camera. JerryRigEverything tried to twist the camera setup, stop it in between retraction, scratch it, and even banged it on the desk a couple of times. None of these actions seemed to have affected the phone’s camera setup. However, it is worth noting that the motor that drives the flip camera isn’t very powerful, so you can easily stop it mid-way with your hand or any other object. You’ll soon get a notification that the camera setup is obstructed and it goes away once you allow it to move freely.

Just like the OnePlus 7 Pro, Asus Zenfone 6’s flip camera will retract automatically in case of accidental drops. The retraction process is much faster in such a scenario ensuring that the camera is pushed back into its housing before it hits the ground. It is indeed a very useful feature to ensure minimum damage to the camera setup.

Unfortunately, with a flip camera, the Zenfone 6 isn’t waterproof. So, make sure to keep the phone away from water at all costs.

Overall, it looks like Asus has made a solid flagship once again. So, cast away your worries as the Zenfone 6 is built to last.

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The flagship smartphone from China-based OnePlus — OnePlus 7 Pro got launched just a few hours ago and Zack from JerryRigEverything has already put the smartphone through extensive physical tests to check the device’s durability.

It all starts with the scratch test and since the phone uses Gorilla Glass build, it starts getting scratched at a level 6 on the Mohs hardness scale. With level 7, you can start seeing deeper grooves.

The pop-up front-facing camera is also protected by glass which won’t get scratched easily but the area surrounding it is made up of plastic, which is more prone to scratches. The phone’s sides are made up of metal, including the SIM card tray, volume rocker, power button, and the alert slider.

The back panel of the OnePlus 7 Pro also comes with Gorilla Glass 5 for protecting it from scratches. The OnePlus branding and wordmark are both placed under the glass so they can’t come off easily.

Now, coming to the burn test, the smartphone’s display performed quite impressively. It didn’t show any dead pixels after around a minute of having an open flame directly applied to it. In comparison, other AMOLED display panels usually last only about 20 seconds until unrecoverable pixel damage occurs.

Even when the glass on top of the display gets damaged by level 7 Mohs, the in-display fingerprint sensor of the OnePlus 7 Pro still keeps working. The phone also performed very well in the bend test, without showing any separation or kinks.

Coming to the specifications, the OnePlus 7 Pro features a 6.67-inch QHD+ Fluid AMOLED curved display with a 90Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support. It comes with a third generation in-display fingerprint scanner as well as support for Face Unlock feature.

Under the hood, it is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 855 chipset with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.0 storage. As for the rear camera setup, there’s a 48MP f/1.6 Sony IMX586 sensor with OIS and EIS. It is paired with an 8MP telephoto camera with 3x zoom and its own OIS and a 16MP 117° ultra-wide angle camera.

The phone comes with a 16MP pop-up selfie camera. OnePlus says the camera has been tested 300,000 times for durability. It is also the first OnePlus phone with stereo speakers and Dolby Atmos sound.

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The OnePlus 7 pro runs OxygenOS 9.5 based on Android 9 Pie operating system with features like Game Mode and Zen Mode. It packs a 4000mAh battery with support for 30W Warp Charge which lets users charge phone up to 50% in just 20 minutes.

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Xiaomi’s second-generation gaming smartphone — Black Shark 2, has landed in the hands of YouTuber JerryRigsEverything and now we have the information about the phone’s durability based on the tests done by the YouTuber.

The smartphone has its front and back panel with a glass layer while the body is made up of metal with anodized finish on top and the buttons are also made up of metal. In the scratch test, it appears that while the phone doesn’t get easily scratched, but the grooves are quite prominent.

Because of the metal build, the smartphone passes through the bend test. Even when the pressure is applied, the phone hardly bends, thanks to the better structural integrity because of metal build.

The phone comes with dual back camera sensors, which are protected by a layer of scratch-resistant glass. As for the display, in the heat test, it took around 20 seconds before the screen started turning white, but seems like it never fully recovered.

As for the specifications, the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 comes with a 6.39-inch AMOLED 1080×2340 HDR display featuring a pressure-sensitive system for mapping the buttons on its sides. The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Soc, 8/12GB RAM and a vapour chamber cooling system for keeping its temperature low while in gaming mode.

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The phone has a 48MP f/1.75 0.8μm primary camera paired with a 12MP f/2.2 telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom. On the front above the display is a 20MP 0.9μm f/2.0 sensor covered with a 5P lens. Running on Android 9 Pie OS, the phone embeds a 4,000mAh battery with 27W fast charging.

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Google recently launched its third-generation of Pixel series smartphones — Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL. Unlike the previous generation models, the new-generation phones come with the back panel made up of glass.

With the introduction of the glass back panel, the company was able to introduce support for wireless charging. However, what concerns the most people related to the glass panel is the durability.

Thanks to Zack Nelson from JerryRigEverything YouTube channel, we now know what happens when the Pixel 3-series phone goes through a round of torture tests. From the video, we can see that the device stands up to almost everything what was thrown at it, thanks to the Gorilla Glass 5.

While the glass is durable, the device easily left permanent damage and markings on the frosted/matte glass portion of the Pixel 3 XL phone. Rubbing materials like coins on the back of the phone leaves marks that could be rubbed off, but keys and other such sharp or semi-sharp objects left deep gouges that are permanent.

The phone’s aluminium edges are covered in a plastic-like coating and could easily be scrapped away by applying some force. But, it seems that the fingerprint sensor’s functionality does not get affected even with a few scratches on it.

As for the burn test, the screen of the Pixel 3 XL withstood an open flame for about 30 seconds before the pixels became completely dead, which recovered soon after. It appears that the phone had no flex-related issues and also passed the bend test, without any cracks.

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So, if you’re someone who likes to keep their devices looking as good as they did on the first day of purchase, you should consider using a phone case or a skin on the phone.

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Less than a year after the launch of the Moto G4 and its siblings, Lenovo decided it was time for an upgrade, and that’s how the Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus were born. Announced at MWC 2017, the Moto G5 is the smaller of the two.

The Moto G5 can be said to be a mixed bag of upgrades and downgrades. First, the overall design now looks like that of the Moto Z released last year. The rear camera has changed from the pill-shape design to a circular one. The back plate is made of metal and the battery is now removable. The display has been cut down to 5.0-inches but the resolution remains the same at 1920 × 1080.

Unlike, the G4  from last year the G5 now has a fingerprint scanner. The reduction in screen size resonates in the battery capacity too as it is now 2800mAh instead of 3000mAh.

But what does all these changes mean for the durability of the Moto G5? Surprisingly, it holds it’s own when YouTuber JerryRigEveryting put it through his cringe-worth durability test. It even outperforms the HTC U Ultra Which costs more than 4x its price.

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Even with its low price, this is a strong device. If  you want a device that is not expensive, runs nearly stock android and doesn’t sacrifice quality for price, the Moto G5 is the phone to go for.

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When you purchase a phone, you expect it to be able to survive the occasional falls and scratches. But how do you know a phone is durable? You can’t go buying a phone just for the sake of knowing how durable it is unless you are JerryRigEverything.

Popular Youtuber, JerryRigEverything whose real name is Zack puts the Honor 6X through a durability test. The results are astonishing.

First let’s run through the specs of the device. The Honor 6X is a mid-range dual camera phone with a 5.5-inch 1080p display. It has 4GB/3GB of RAM and 64GB/32GB of built-in storage. There is a 12MP and 2MP camera combo on the rear for depth of field images and an 8MP shooter in front. Huawei has equipped it with a fingerprint scanner on the rear and a 3340mAh battery. The Honor 6X comes with Android 6.0 out of the box but will be upgraded to Android Nougat.

Back to the test. First on the list is the scratch test. If you noticed, I didn’t mention any form of protection for the display above. No Gorilla Glass nor Dragontrail Glass. The result shows that you will be wise to invest in a tempered glass as the display starts scratching from level 4. Do make sure that the screen protector covers the front camera too.

The scratch test also includes the glass covering the rear cameras which fares well, and the fingerprint scanner which fails to work anymore.

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Next is the bend test. The Honor 6X uses a combination of  metal and plastic for the rear. The plastic is to allow for network signals and absorb shocks and the metal to……in this case serve as decoration. Apart from the metal scratching easily, it also does nothing to protect the phone during the bend test. The reason according to JerryRigEverything is because the metal plate is not screwed to the phone at all. During the bend test, the LCD actually shattered way before the front glass did. So if you accidentally sit on the Honor 6X, it is very possible to have a damaged LCD and a perfectly alright front glass.

Jerry’s advice after the test is to invest in a screen protector and a case to protect your device or purchase the Honor 8. You can watch the full video below but expect to cringe during some scenes.

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