Apple iPhone 5 and Samsung Galaxy SIII Drop Test

Android Authority got their hands on the device they love to hate - the Apple iPhone 5 - and carried out a series of drop tests from different heights. They did the same with the Samsung Galaxy S III to see which one fares better.

The video embedded above shows three individual, real-life drop tests conducted on the latest iPhone, and Samsung flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S III. The iPhone 5 withstood all drops exhibiting only minor scuffs and scratches, whereas the S III saw its display completely shattered. On the last drop test (head hight), the S III even lost the rear shell that covers the battery and other electronics. A sad sight, to say the least.

The news should be welcomed by the Apple fanbase, especially after two generations of all-glass iPhones that could break if dropped from two feet high.

iPhone 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S3 Drop Test, live from Hong Kong! We wanted to make this a realistic as possible, and offer a detailed, slow motion perspective on the iPhone 5 and Samsung Galaxy S3 dropping! Check it out - you will be surprised!

http://www.androidauthority.com/iphone-5-vs-samsung-galaxy-s3-drop-test-116898/

See the iPhone 5 compared to popular Android devices:
iPhone 5 vs. Galaxy S3: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KRb_VEkZr98
iPhone 5 vs. HTC One X: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IitKIDikGEE
iPhone 5 vs. Galaxy Nexus: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLRmFH9FL0s
iPhone 5 vs. Galaxy Note: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7fKfp1iaP0
iPhone 5 vs. LG Optimus 4X HD: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eRw6MkyU5o

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