Battle Damaged: Which iPhone Comes Out on Top?
Summary
In this video, the hosts of the Battle Damaged YouTube channel gather up every major iteration of the iPhone, from the iPhone 6 all the way back to the original model. They put each iPhone through various “battle damage” tests, including a drop-o-matic test and a two-gallon coffee spill, to see which one can withstand the most damage.
Table of Contents
- The iPhone Evolution
- The Drop-o-Matic Test
- The Two-Gallon Coffee Spill Test
- Pulsating the iPhones
The iPhone Evolution
The hosts go through every major iteration of the iPhone, discussing the changes and improvements made to each version. This includes the original iPhone, the iPhone 3G, the iPhone 4, the iPhone 5, and the brand new iPhone 11. They also make a joke about the iPhone X bending in your pocket.
The Drop-o-Matic Test
The hosts use a machine called the “drop-o-matic” to drop each iPhone once or twice to see how durable they are. They use a bubble level to ensure the drop is perfectly horizontal, and a green button to initiate the drop. The results vary from “totally fine” to “eliminated”, with one iPhone having a small dent but still fully functional.
The Two-Gallon Coffee Spill Test
The hosts pour two gallons of coffee onto each iPhone to see how they stand up to a common liquid hazard. One iPhone lasts only four seconds before shutting off, while the original iPhone surprisingly lasts over a minute before finally dying.
Pulsating the iPhones
Lastly, the hosts use a 50-pound safe to crush each iPhone to see which one can withstand the most force. The original iPhone comes out on top once again, still functioning after being crushed. The hosts end the video by smashing a random object with the safe.
Conclusion
In the end, the video showcases the durability of the original iPhone, which outperformed many of its successors in the various tests. However, it’s worth noting that this was an extreme stress test, and in normal everyday use, the newer iPhones would likely fare better. Regardless, the video provides some fun and interesting insights into the evolution of iPhones over the years.
