First iPhone 16 Pro drop test reveals the downside to ultra-slim bezels

If you just bought one of the four iPhone 16 models and you're wondering whether you really need a case, I wouldn't blame you. First of all, Apple says all four iPhone 16 models feature the latest-generation Ceramic Shied glass that's "two times tougher than any smartphone glass." Then there's the titanium frame on the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max. The new iPhones should be more durable than ever, and some people might want to avoid using screen protectors and cases to enjoy the phones as they are.

The first iPhone 16 Pro drop tests are here, with good and bad news. Yes, the iPhone 16's front glass appears to be more durable. But it can still crack, depending on how the phone lands when it's dropped. But there's worse news, too. If the ultra-slim bezel is the point of impact, the iPhone 16 Pro or 16 Pro Max display might be killed instantly.

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