The iPhone 15 Pro launched by Apple uses a new titanium surface treatment process, which raises some interesting details of metal strength. While it's lighter and more durable than stainless steel, users complain that it scratches easily. Scratches and scratches aside, it remains to be seen how the new iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max will perform in drop tests, given the tensile strength of the new titanium material.
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To answer this question, one YouTuber conducted an elaborate drop test on the iPhone 15 Pro from a height of 15 feet.
There is no doubt that titanium is more resistant to bending, but its actual performance varies depending on the height of the drop. YouTuberEverythingApplePro conducted a drop test experiment on the new iPhone15Pro. To be precise, Philip tested iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max.
In a series of drop tests, podcaster Philippe placed a solid concrete slab on the ground surrounded by titanium strips. Test starting from the side at waist height. It can be seen that titanium metal wears easily compared to stainless steel surfaces. Both products have quite a few scratches on their frames. In a second test at the same height, the iPhone 15 Pro model was hit on the back. The test failed again, and the glass on the back shattered instantly. Since the back glass can break easily, that's probably why the company dropped the repair price from $500 to $200.
In the front-down drop test, both iPhone 15 Pros ran normally. Likewise, titanium bezels are prone to scratches and wear. Philip repeated the drop test from head height, further damaging the back glass. However, the front glass and the camera lens on the back withstand drops every time. After more testing, the display came out unscathed and the camera works fine.
Finally, the YouTuber climbed up the ladder, which was about 15 feet tall. The iPhone 15 Pro fell to one side and sparked, confirming that it was indeed titanium. The iPhone 15 Pro has withstood the 15-foot drop test to the maximum extent because it not only resists bending, but the internal structure remains flawless. Titanium metal continues to play its damage-resistant role. Additionally, the display is safe and sound, and the touch functionality works fine. The camera hardware continues to function normally.
While we've covered the various disadvantages of titanium surfaces, there's no denying that it's a stronger metal than the stainless steel surfaces of the previous generation. iPhone 15 Pro models will have scratches and scrapes, but the role of titanium is to protect the internal structure from any potential damage. This may be one of the reasons why the company ditched stainless steel in favor of titanium.