A Look at the Durability of the iPhone 6's Sapphire Crystal Display

Apple’s iPhone continues to push the boundaries of the mobile device industry and technology

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Apple‘s iPhone continues to push the boundaries of the mobile device industry and technology reviewer Marques Brownlee has somehow managed to get his hands on what is purportedly the screen for the upcoming iPhone 6. Constructed of sapphire rather than the original Gorilla Glass, rumors are that it is a giant step up in durability. iPhone aficionados may recall that Apple’s current flagship iPhone features sapphire glass for both the home button/fingerprint sensor, which play a crucial role in preventing scratches. Check out the video above to see Brownlee put the screen to the test.

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