Consumer Reports debunks 'Bendgate' through a series of tests

While many might doubt Apple's own claims after showing their testing facilities to several journalists, independent and trusted publication Consumer Reports got on the case of the 'Bendgate' claims and tested both the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus as well as a host of other similarly-sized smartphones by applying more than 70 pounds of force to the device's centre.

Their findings? The iPhone 6's aren't as delicate and bendy as some would like you to believe and the iPhone 6 Plus is actually more resilient than the Phone 6.

Other findings, the HTC One M8 was the weakest device found in structural tests being the first to succumb to the torture tests. The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 was the toughest device in this particular test while the iPhone 5s and the LG G3 were tied at second place. So, the new iPhone 6's aren't the weakest phones out there according to Consumer Reports, "It takes a lot of force to bend these new iPhones and any other phones for that matter," end of story.

Check out their video here.

Source: Consumer Reports via 9to5Mac

Apple issues statement on 'Bendgate' accusations

While competitors and detractors are reveling at 'reports' that iPhone 6's can be easily bent, Apple has issued a statement below stating that only nine customers have complained about this issue.

"Our iPhones are designed, engineered and manufactured to be both beautiful and sturdy. iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus feature a precision engineered unibody enclosure constructed from machining a custom grade of 6000 series anodized aluminum, which is tempered for extra strength. They also feature stainless steel and titanium inserts to reinforce high stress locations and use the strongest glass in the smartphone industry. We chose these high-quality materials and construction very carefully for their strength and durability. We also perform rigorous tests throughout the entire development cycle including 3-point bending, pressure point cycling, sit, torsion, and user studies. iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus meet or exceed all of our high quality standards to endure everyday, real life use. 

With normal use a bend in iPhone is extremely rare and through our first six days of sale, a total of nine customers have contacted Apple with a bent iPhone 6 Plus. As with any Apple product, if you have questions please contact Apple.”

Source: Apple

Apple announces new record of 10 million new iPhones sold in first 3 days

As expected, the new iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus opening weekend broke sales records for Apple. The company is saying that 10 million units were sold over the first three days that the new devices were offered.

"Sales for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus exceeded our expectations for the launch weekend, and we couldn't be happier," said Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook. "We would like to thank all of our customers for making this our best launch ever, shattering all previous sell-through records by a large margin. While our team managed the manufacturing ramp better than ever before, we could have sold many more iPhones with greater supply and we are working hard to fill orders as quickly as possible."

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iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus reservations now open at Rogers

Rogers customers can now reserve the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus using the online Rogers Reservation System. While supplies last, customers who reserve will receive a free Logiix Bluetooth Speaker when they pick up their device in-store ($49.99 value). For more information, visit rogers.com/iphone