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David Nield

Hardcore iPhone 17 Pro teardown explains 'scratchgate' with microscopes and science

Apple iPhone 17 Pro REVIEW.
  • Hands-on tests confirm iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max scratching issues
  • The main weak spots are around the edge of the camera bar
  • If you're buying one of these phones, it might be wise to pick up a case

Reports of the new iPhone 17 models being rather prone to scratching are continuing to appear, and we may now have more clarity over the causes of 'scratchgate' – and what you can expect if you pick up one of the recently unveiled Apple flagships for 2025.

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