iPad Pro iPad Pro's bending issue (merged)

[Freida]

Ermmm.... That’s not true. I posted earlier in the thread that after this became a ‘thing’ I checked my WiFi iPad Pro 10.5 and it was bent. I have upgraded to a WiFi Pro 11 and it was not bent out of the box (I haven’t checked it since).

Well, look at how much force it takes to bend iPad Air 2 vs the new ipads. You can clearly see that the Air 2 was more rigid and that is what I'm referring to. The new iPads are just too fragile for me. Those youtube videos just show how easy it is and that is the worrying factor for me. Sure, they apply force in a way that i wouldn't but aluminum is super soft metal and Apple just didn't pick the stongest one on this one. So I'll wait because I'm not spending $2000 on something that might slowly warp over time when I'm out of warranty. For $2000 I expect some standards
I wish it wasn't the case as me and my partner were waiting for this for a long time to buy but I'm just not buying this. Too worried about long term as I tend to do long term purchases. My Air 2 is still my everyday device and its still flawless.

 

[tps3443]

I have been looking for something like this. But wouldn’t it just slide around horizontally and bang into the edges?
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No, the fit is to tight. Plus they give you extra foam for fine adjustments.
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Nothing new really.

And for a bit of fun ant JerryRigEverythings expense

Thank you for posting that lol. People are so silly. Any tablet can bend and break. I try to give honest opinions on here as I’ve had a lot of experience with the new iPad pro’s. But, everyone insist on believing all of these few and far between bent iPads. And, they think it’ll happen to everyone.

 

[Fenhalls]

Well, look at how much force it takes to bend iPad Air 2 vs the new ipads. You can clearly see that the Air 2 was more rigid and that is what I'm referring to. The new iPads are just too fragile for me. Those youtube videos just show how easy it is and that is the worrying factor for me. Sure, they apply force in a way that i wouldn't but aluminum is super soft metal and Apple just didn't pick the stongest one on this one. So I'll wait because I'm not spending $2000 on something that might slowly warp over time when I'm out of warranty. For $2000 I expect some standards

I think more than anything this is to do with the current fashion for thinness in devices. I expect at some point it'll swing back the other way like in the 1960s when the mini skirt almost disappeared and became the micro only to be replaced seemingly overnight with the ground-sweeping maxi skirt.

Anyone up for a very fat iPad?

 

[Freida]

I think more than anything this is to do with the current fashion for thinness in devices. I expect at some point it'll swing back the other way like in the 1960s when the mini skirt almost disappeared and became the micro only to be replaced seemingly overnight with the ground-sweeping maxi skirt.

Anyone up for a very fat iPad?

I doubt that. Your example doesn't really work.
For devices you hold in your hand you want to lightest possible thing and that is often connected to thinness. I'm sure if Apple could do away with batteries those devices would be super light but we are not there yet.

Devices won't go back to fat and heavy as its not ergonomical etc.

Fashion is different story - as Woody Allen said - Fashion is so disgusting that it needs to be changed every 6 months

 

[max2]

So do the new batch of the latest iPad Pro 11 inch and iPad Pro 12.9 inch still bend any ?

 

[tps3443]

So do the new batch of the latest iPad Pro 11 inch and iPad Pro 12.9 inch still bend any ?

Alright so here’s the run down. Any tablet or phone can bend. The Apple iPhone 6 has some serious easy bending going on, like light pressure in your pocket bending. So, when the slightest fly fart came up about the iPads being bendable “it had to be true because previous products” it blew way way way way up, and everyone has blown this topic way out of proportion. Your iPad is not going to bend! My iPad is not going to bend! It’s pretty tough, and resilient actually.

Apple only said that the cellular models may not be perfectly straight by a few ass hairs, and it’s not the aluminum body causing this. They don’t look bent, they aren’t really bent bro. It’s just the way the cellular antenna meets with the aluminum body of the iPad. It is how it is designed.

So, when a few dodo brains sat on there iPads, or bent them in a book bag and actually bent them due to to much force they said! “OMG BRO! Mine is bent too!” And the bend they have posted a picture of, is in a totally opposite direction, as to how the cellular models are affected from the factory. So now everyone thinks that you can just drop every new iPad Pro, or barely push on it, or put it in your bag and apparently they just fold in half like cardboard... half of the world believes this lol.

I’ve owned three of them, seen way to many of them, and it’s not even a real issue. Not at all.

As a matter of fact I’d bet you the cost of a 11” iPad that you bought, it wouldn’t be bent. That is how confident I am in the new iPad not being bent.

Just saying, this topic has gotten out of hand.

Until the day cars stop being able to get dings in them is the day when iPads and phones will never bend again. And that is probably never. Because I can go round up all the iPads in my house, old or new and snap them in half with my bare hands. If that’s not strong enough I dunno what to tell you.

I’m so close to taking my 1TB 11” and running it through abuse test and filming it for everyone to see. And just file it on AppleCare+ after. When I first got a new 2018 iPad Pro, I was really cautious when handling it, everybody on the internet really made me think it was as strong as a banana.. until time went on, and I actually owned a few of them that I realized. Man what the hell are these people talking about? Straight as an arrow, all of them, and it stays that way to? Cool. It’s not a banana! So the paranoia has left.

I don’t know how else to put it accept for rumors blow up, and misinformation starts going wild.

Everyone also said the 1TB iPad Pro, only has extra ram for managing large storage space. That was 100% false, and total BS.. but everyone believed it, and a lot of people still do. Please anyone in doubt PM me for a slew of screen shots of an iPad Pro using its 6GB of ram, for everything but storage space.

If you got this far, congratulations the new iPad pro’s are not perfect, but they are damn close

 

[xx22]

" Any tablet or phone can bend"

Can you find any online threads about Samsung tablets bending?

 

[killhippie]

Well, look at how much force it takes to bend iPad Air 2 vs the new ipads. You can clearly see that the Air 2 was more rigid and that is what I'm referring to. The new iPads are just too fragile for me. Those youtube videos just show how easy it is and that is the worrying factor for me. Sure, they apply force in a way that i wouldn't but aluminum is super soft metal and Apple just didn't pick the stongest one on this one. So I'll wait because I'm not spending $2000 on something that might slowly warp over time when I'm out of warranty. For $2000 I expect some standards
I wish it wasn't the case as me and my partner were waiting for this for a long time to buy but I'm just not buying this. Too worried about long term as I tend to do long term purchases. My Air 2 is still my everyday device and its still flawless.

The ipad Air was a lot smaller than the 12.9" so yes harder to bend, but they still bend, thats the point. And I'm not a metallurgist so I have no idea what grade aluminium its made out, I doubt Apple would make the same mistake as the iPhone 6. Yes they are thinner but its not the catastrophe people make out. Its like every years with every new update its "yellow screen" they bend" "what's that rattling noise from the camera" etc etc its just so dull. If you look after it it will be fine. My iPad air 2 cellular had a bad curve at the top where the plastic was, it was a launch day model, not along its length and it was kept in a case all its life, the nice Apple leather one. Also god its slow compared with the new iPads, and the lag in typing is gone which is a godsend. Anyway If you bother googling iPads from Air 2 onwards they all bend, if you take the air 2 and hold it you can flex it along its length really easily. There great video of what happened when a kid sat on an iPad Air 2, guess what it bent!

 

[Freida]

The ipad Air was a lot smaller than the 12.9" so yes harder to bend, but they still bend, thats the point. And I'm not a metallurgist so I have no idea what grade aluminium its made out, I doubt Apple would make the same mistake as the iPhone 6. Yes they are thinner but its not the catastrophe people make out. Its like every years with every new update its "yellow screen" they bend" "what's that rattling noise from the camera" etc etc its just so dull. If you look after it it will be fine. My iPad air 2 cellular had a bad curve at the top where the plastic was, it was a launch day model, not along its length and it was kept in a case all its life, the nice Apple leather one. Also god its slow compared with the new iPads, and the lag in typing is gone which is a godsend. Anyway If you bother googling iPads from Air 2 onwards they all bend, if you take the air 2 and hold it you can flex it along its length really easily. There great video of what happened when a kid sat on an iPad Air 2, guess what it bent!

Of course it bends when you sit on it - jesus, common sense. You don't need to tell me that.
Yes, each year there is something from Apple with certain things ongoing (MBP keyboard ) but iPhone 6 was addressed with iPhone 6S with stronger aluminium that basically made the same design way more rigid and much stronger. The new iPad doesn't seem to be using that strong aluminium which is why its easier to bend than the previous generations. And there lies the problem - I know any ipad will bend but the new ones seem to be requiring way less force and that to me is something I'm not willing to risk. The ipad is not totally flat so if its not in the case and you draw on it your hand will apply small amount of pressure. The iPad will also heat up from prolonged extensive use and we all know what happens to soft metal like aluminium when heat+pressure is applied.
My concern is not short term, not at all. My concern is longterm, a little by little bend developed over months of usage that may cause issues later down the line. So, you may be fine and it doesn't trouble you but I am so I will wait for the next iteration with hopes that Apple will release iPad 6S version
Simple as that.

 

[Ghost31]

Anyone carrying a new iPad Pro in a bag or backpack, should consider buying a Pelican hard case. These cases are roughly 1” thick, waterproof, crush proof, and drop proof.

Pelican 1065CC is $29.99 the internal dimensions are perfect for the iPad Pro 11” even with a smart folio on the iPad, to fit snug inside without moving around.

The Pelican 1075CC will fit a iPad Pro 12.9” with a snug fit also.

These hard cases are thin, and work well! Use it to carry your iPad from point A to B with worry of crushing it or bending it.

I just ordered one. These are awesome! The Dimensions on the Pelican 1065CC are
(9.96" x 7.76" x 0.81" Internally) the iPad Pro 11” is just shy of the dimensions by about a 1/4” of wiggle room. It is perfect!






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I’m sorry but this is the most ridiculous and ugly looking thing I’ve ever seen and I can’t understand why anyone that doesn’t throw their iPads around would ever want one. If you need something on your iPad that makes it into a functional brick, it was engineered badly

 

[tps3443]

I’m sorry but this is the most ridiculous and ugly looking thing I’ve ever seen and I can’t understand why anyone that doesn’t throw their iPads around would ever want one. If you need something on your iPad that makes it into a functional brick, it was engineered badly

Huh? It’s just a crush proof, waterproof, lockable box for storage, or travel. It is not meant to be a everyday thing, and it’s not a pretty accessory for the iPad. I ride motorcycles, and if my small bag fell off, with my iPad inside it probably wouldn’t hold up well. Not to mention it gets pressed on pretty hard at times.

The case wasn’t even designed for the iPad 11” but it fits it perfectly.

I think it is smart, and for $30 bucks anyone could put there iPad in there and use it as a hammer if they needed to.

And engineered badly? Electronics are all fragile, since when are they not? If you drop any iPad on concrete it is done. Does that mean they are engineered badly? These hard cases are made for laptops, electronic equipment, and phones, in all shapes and sizes.

They make gun cases too, but only because the guns are engineered badly. Lol

 

[Ghost31]

Huh? It’s just a crush proof, waterproof, lockable box for storage, or travel. It is not meant to be a everyday thing, and it’s not a pretty accessory for the iPad. I ride motorcycles, and if my small bag fell off, with my iPad inside it probably wouldn’t hold up well. Not to mention it gets pressed on pretty hard at times.

The case wasn’t even designed for the iPad 11” but it fits it perfectly.

I think it is smart, and for $30 bucks anyone could put there iPad in there and use it as a hammer if they needed to.

And engineered badly? Electronics are all fragile, since when are they not? If you drop any iPad on concrete it is done. Does that mean they are engineered badly? These hard cases are made for laptops, electronic equipment, and phones, in all shapes and sizes.

They make gun cases too, but only because the guns are engineered badly. Lol

No no I honestly don't mean to upset you, I'm just saying. It's really getting crazy with build quality when we are at a point where we say to people they shouldn't put their iPad in their backpack because they might get bent. And all this babying of stuff they are meant to use on a daily basis. If a daily device can't sustain normal wear and tear, its just not built well. I said this months ago when I returned my iPad Pro 11 and I'll say it now. The new iPad is too fragile and its ridiculous that its getting so thin without a solid rigid body structure to support it. Just seeing that jerryriigeverything video where he bends it...cringeeeee. I don't know how anyone could disagree that apple should really build these things a bit stronger.

 

[tps3443]

No no I honestly don't mean to upset you, I'm just saying. It's really getting crazy with build quality when we are at a point where we say to people they shouldn't put their iPad in their backpack because they might get bent. And all this babying of stuff they are meant to use on a daily basis. If a daily device can't sustain normal wear and tear, its just not built well. I said this months ago when I returned my iPad Pro 11 and I'll say it now. The new iPad is too fragile and its ridiculous that its getting so thin without a solid rigid body structure to support it. Just seeing that jerryriigeverything video where he bends it...cringeeeee. I don't know how anyone could disagree that apple should really build these things a bit stronger.

Yes but, you can break any tablet in half with your hands. Jerryrigeverything has started “Bendgate 2.0” and he’s bringing in a lot of cash for it too. His video is so silly. You may as well hop in a new car at the dealership, and say piece of crap car, slice! My knife just cut the seat wow! Them scratch all the paint off with a key.

His videos are garbage.

The iPad Pro 11” can easily hold up to daily abuse. And withstand plenty of damage.

Tell me what electronics you cannot destroy with your own two hands?

Go grab your laptops screen and snap! Phone, snap! I could gouge someone’s eye balls out with my thumbs too lol.

I own a 1TB iPad Pro 11” I even let my children use it. It’s plenty durable, and if some how I accidentally snap it in half with my hands lol. I’ll pay my $50 Apple care fee for a new one.

 

[kristalsoldier]

Yes but, you can break any tablet in half with your hands. Jerryrigeverything has started “Bendgate 2.0” and he’s bringing in a lot of cash for it too. His video is so silly. You may as well hop in a new car at the dealership, and say piece of crap car, slice! My knife just cut the seat wow! Them scratch all the paint off with a key.

His videos are garbage.

The iPad Pro 11” can easily hold up to daily abuse. And withstand plenty of damage.

Tell me what electronics you cannot destroy with your own two hands?

Go grab your laptops screen and snap! Phone, snap! I could gouge someone’s eye balls out with my thumbs too lol.

I own a 1TB iPad Pro 11” I even let my children use it. It’s plenty durable, and if some how I accidentally snap it in half with my hands lol. I’ll pay my $50 Apple care fee for a new one.

Wow! Apple should hire you as an evangelist.

 

[Ghost31]

Wow! Apple should hire you as an evangelist.

I was thinking the same thing

 

[augustya]

Yes but, you can break any tablet in half with your hands. Jerryrigeverything has started “Bendgate 2.0” and he’s bringing in a lot of cash for it too. His video is so silly. You may as well hop in a new car at the dealership, and say piece of crap car, slice! My knife just cut the seat wow! Them scratch all the paint off with a key.

His videos are garbage.

The iPad Pro 11” can easily hold up to daily abuse. And withstand plenty of damage.

Tell me what electronics you cannot destroy with your own two hands?

Go grab your laptops screen and snap! Phone, snap! I could gouge someone’s eye balls out with my thumbs too lol.

I own a 1TB iPad Pro 11” I even let my children use it. It’s plenty durable, and if some how I accidentally snap it in half with my hands lol. I’ll pay my $50 Apple care fee for a new one.

Couldnt agree More ! You are Correct !!

Wow! Apple should hire you as an evangelist.

I was thinking the same thing

No need for that Sarcasm, what he is saying is not wrong !!

 

[xx22]

Wow! Apple should hire you as an evangelist.

Maybe they already did. Some of these guys sound like they are apple employees working the forums from a cubicle.

"Any tablet will bend, break..."

I never saw a bent Samsung tablet.

Wouldn't most people prefer a tablet that is a little thicker and heavier and sturdier as opposed to this thin and light craze? I sure would.

 

[keeper]

Strange my new 11 inch pro looks perfectly flat and feels really solid, I’ve got no concerns.

 

[tps3443]

Strange my new 11 inch pro looks perfectly flat and feels really solid, I’ve got no concerns.

Yea well, I’ve been trying to tell people this. Bendgate 2.0 was started by a youtuber. And it has been blown way out of proportion.

Since when did people go in the department store looking at TV’s and say;

“I really want to buy the 60” 4K TV, but how much more fragile is it then that other 70” 4K model?””

“ I’m buying a TV today, but it needs to be really durable”

The new iPad pro’s are about as tough as any other electronic device. I dunno what happen along the way, but some how we have stuck in durability as a scale to measure when it comes to new devices.

 

[xx22]

Yea well, I’ve been trying to tell people this. Bendgate 2.0 was started by a youtuber. And it has been blown way out of proportion.

Since when did people go in the department store looking at TV’s and say;

“I really want to buy the 60” 4K TV, but how much more fragile is it then that other 70” 4K model?””

“ I’m buying a TV today, but it needs to be really durable”

The new iPad pro’s are about as tough as any other electronic device. I dunno what happen along the way, but some how we have stuck in durability as a scale to measure when it comes to new devices.

Absurd comparison. TVs are stationary. They stay in one place. Computer tablets are portable. They get carried around.

 

[Apple Mac Daz]

Is this still on ongoing issue on the 12.9 V3. am tempted to sell my V1 and upgrade or just wait for the next version

 

[Lucky11]

For anyone who has experienced this issue...Has anyone not been able to exchange it? I got my 11 inch lte model in December. Noticed a slight bend before but it has progressively gotten worse and it’s now unacceptable. Have a Genius Bar appointment this week. Wondering if they’ll hassle me in any way when requesting an exchange.

 

[aevan]

I never saw a bent Samsung tablet.

I never see Samsung tablets outside their stores, bent or not.

 

[Zellio]

Absurd comparison. TVs are stationary. They stay in one place. Computer tablets are portable. They get carried around.

This is one of the main reasons I hate visiting this site. Too many evangelists making absurd comparisons and if you say the slightest thing wrong to these snowflakes the mods get you

 

[aevan]

This is one of the main reasons I hate visiting this site. Too many evangelists making absurd comparisons and if you say the slightest thing wrong to these snowflakes the mods get you

Using the term “snowflake” tells a lot.

So does your german WWII uniform avatar. I’m guessing you’ll tell me it’s “ironic”.