iPad screen strength?

[J.walker08]

So how much force would it take to break the screen? I carry it around in my backpack with my books etc... And I'm looking to shove it in my backpack while I backpack through Africa... But How much do you think it can take?

P.s- just a general question on the strength... Not necessarily pertaining to my backpacking trip.

 

[MythicFrost]

Let's just say you don't want to drop it. Watching some of those YouTube "let's see how durable it is" videos, a few drops screen down and it cracks and ... so sad.

It should be fine in a backpack, but put a good case on it and it'll be even better. I could be completely wrong though, see what others say.

 

[Sleazy E]

Scratch resistance according to tests is amazing. There is no need for a screen protector. Durability of the screen holding up to dropping it, not so good . If you are going to be transporting it in your backpack I suggest looking into a thicker case like possibly the incase convertible one.