Galaxy S25 Ultra is easy to break - and the 'most repairable' Samsung flagship in years
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Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra is marketed as the slimmest and most durable Galaxy ever, featuring Corning Gorilla Glass Armor 2 and a titanium frame. However, real-world tests by Allstate Protection Plans showed significant screen damage from a six-foot drop, raising concerns about its durability. Despite maintaining full functionality after these drops, including AI functions, the device's front screen shattered during testing. In a positive twist, iFixit's teardown rated the S25 Ultra as the most repairable Galaxy phone in years, though it still holds a mediocre repair score of 5 out of 10.
The testing results of the Galaxy S25 Ultra revealed significant vulnerabilities, despite its marketing as a durable device, highlighting the fragile nature of smartphones.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra's front-down drop test resulted in a shattered screen, while the device's AI features were rendered unusable following similar falls.
The iFixit teardown declared the Galaxy S25 Ultra 'the most repairable Galaxy phone in years,' indicating improvements in repairability over previous models.
With a price tag of $1,299, any damage to the Galaxy S25 Ultra can result in a significant financial loss for consumers.
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