iPhone 16 Air’s Durability Questioned after Viral Hand-Break Test
Prague, Czech Republic – September 21, 2025 – A video circulating online is fueling debate about the structural integrity of Apple’s forthcoming iPhone 16 Air model. Smartmania.cz published footage on September 20, 2025, appearing too show the device being broken in half with minimal force applied by hand. The test, conducted by a yet-unnamed individual, has sparked concerns about potential design flaws and the overall robustness of the anticipated smartphone.
The demonstration,quickly gaining traction across social media platforms,centers on the iPhone 16 Air’s rumored thinner profile and increased reliance on aluminum alloy construction. While Apple has not yet officially commented on the video’s authenticity or the device’s specifications,the clip raises questions about whether the pursuit of a sleeker design has compromised the phone’s ability to withstand everyday wear and tear. The potential implications extend beyond consumer satisfaction, potentially impacting Apple’s reputation for build quality and prompting a reevaluation of materials science in future iterations.
Smartmania.cz’s report details the test subject applying pressure to the center of the iPhone 16 Air,resulting in a clean break along the phone’s horizontal axis. The video’s uploader claims the force exerted was comparable to that used when snapping a dry twig. The test has prompted a flurry of reactions online,with some users dismissing it as a hoax or attributing the break to a manufacturing defect,while others express genuine worry about the device’s durability.
