BRACE FOR IMPACT

While the other devices in this test can’t match the impregnable build of the Moto X Force, they should be able to survive a small drop from one meter. We dropped each device onto a carpeted floor to see if the devices remained unharmed or if they buckled under the stress.

iPHONE SE The smaller shell of the SE did the device’s internals a lot of good, as it helped absorb much of the impact that could render bigger devices useless. LG G5 Performed the worst of the bunch. Internal screen tear rendered large parts of the display unusable and bottom modular fitting became loose. GALAXY 7 While the glass is reinforced, we’re unsure how it would cope with a higher height. Flaking at the edges occurred at this small height. HUAWEI P9 The metal build of the P9 helps takes most of the force, but we do have concerns on how well its sensors would hold up from a higher height. CAT S40 Another strong showing from the S40 here as it holds up against the impact well enough. Several…

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