Apple Warns Against 'Micro-abrasions' On Jet Black iPhone 7
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Sep 7, 2016, 3:44 PM by Eric M. Zeman
The shiny, jet black finish of the new iPhone 7 and 7 Plus may show scratches, according to Apple. "The high-gloss finish of the jet black iPhone 7 is achieved through a precision nine-step anodization and polishing process," explained Apple in the footnotes on the iPhone 7's product page. "Its surface is equally as hard as other anodized Apple products; however, its high shine may show fine micro-abrasions with use. If you are concerned about this, we suggest you use one of the many cases available to protect your iPhone." Apple didn't say how just how obvious the micro-abrasions may be. The iPhone 7 and 7 Plus also come in matte black, silver, gold, and rose gold.
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Zpike
Sep 7, 2016, 6:07 PM
If you're going to put it in a case....
Why does it matter what color you get in the first place? The lunacy of Apple fanaticism knows no bounds. The myriad of design problems Apple tries to solve by offering its customers a case also knows no bounds.
One step to solve this issue.
There is one thing EVERY iDevice owner should have.
Two words
OTTERBOX DEFENDER!!!
Why? iPhones, iPads & iPods are not cheap devices. A OtterBox is a tough case to protect what has become a popular albeit delicate piece of computing hardware.
It's not like you're laminating your baseball cards. It's a frickin phone. It's a bunch of electronics squished together and sealed inside a case. If you need a case to protect the case that's already on the device, that wreaks of crappy design. And i...
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Phone Builds
As to "all metal" builds .. I am a fan of "plastic" builds. Fact is, they aren't plastic, but rather polymer et all. I know two people who have metal builds, and they prefer their prior plastic. One had a Moto Pure with a sort of rubberycoated back .. She loved it .
Hates her Samsung S? metal. I am tired of these blog idiots who talk about metal as if it were synonymous with quality.
Not an Upsell
I don't believe Apple is trying to upsell but more like warning people about possible issues the superior finish might have if used roughly. I know many users who don't prefer a case to their iPhones and get it scratched over time. Scratches on a glossy black finish are more visible than matte or a different color finish. Should be common sense but it's nice that they are putting it out there
up sale
they just want you to get a case... up sale you people... or just get BLACK! BOOM!!!
bahb
Sep 7, 2016, 4:28 PM
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Two words... PHONE CASE.
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