iPhone Air is virtually unbreakable.

The iPhone Air unexpectedly passed JerryRigEverything's tough durability test. Photo: YouTube/JerryRigEverything .

The YouTube channel JerryRigEverything has just released a video testing the durability of the iPhone Air, the thinnest smartphone Apple has ever produced. Through a series of rigorous tests, this ultra-thin phone has proven its incredible durability, challenging all preconceptions about thin and lightweight design.

From its launch, the iPhone Air made a strong impression with its slim 5.6 mm profile and ultra-light weight. The casing is crafted from premium grade 5 titanium, with 80% recycled titanium.

According to Zack Nelson, owner of the YouTube channel JerryRigEverything, this material is not only lightweight and durable but also highly corrosion-resistant. However, like other materials, this titanium casing can still be scratched by sharp objects.

The anti-glare capabilities of the iPhone Air (left) are still inferior to those of the Galaxy S24 Ultra. Photo: YouTube/JerryRigEverything.

As for the screen, Apple has equipped it with the new generation Ceramic Shield 2 glass, which is advertised as being three times more scratch-resistant.

In fact, during the Mohs hardness test, the screen showed almost no scratches at level 6 and only very faint scratches at level 7. This is an impressive result, considering that most other smartphone models Zack tested suffered quite severe scratches at the same level.

However, the YouTuber still emphasized an unchangeable truth: "glass is still glass" and it cannot be completely invulnerable.

Another drawback is the anti-reflective properties of the screen coating. When compared to a Galaxy S24 Ultra released two years ago, the iPhone Air's anti-glare capabilities are noticeably less effective.

The iPhone Air only bends very slightly when bent by hand. Photo: YouTube/JerryRigEverything.

The most notable aspect of the test was the hand-bending test. The iPhone Air demonstrated incredibly impressive durability.

When bent from the front, the phone only deformed slightly and immediately returned to its original shape thanks to the elasticity and rigidity of the titanium frame. This phone passed the test with flying colors.

To find the true limit, Zack used a specialized hydraulic press. This test yielded incredible results: the phone only shattered the front screen when subjected to a pressure of approximately 98 kg concentrated in the center of the device. Remarkably, the back glass remained completely intact when bent by the press.

Zack had to use a specialized hydraulic press to "subdue" the iPhone Air. Photo: YouTube/JerryRigEverything.

To achieve its ultra-thin design, the iPhone Air had to compromise on a few key elements. It only has a single 48MP rear camera lens. However, the camera module is molded from a single piece of solid glass, providing good protection against scratches.

Through JerryRigEverything's testing, the iPhone Air proved that "fragile" doesn't mean "weak." The device is very difficult to break under normal use. However, like any other smartphone, the iPhone Air can still be damaged by drops or scratches.