12 Gauge Shotgun versus iPhone: Does the iPhone Stop a Shotgun?

Published on August 25, 2015
Duration: 7:42

This experiment tests the protective capabilities of an iPhone against a 12-gauge shotgun blast using bird shot. At 15 feet, an iPhone showed surprising resilience, with the plastic case absorbing much of the impact. At a closer distance of 10 feet, the iPhone sustained more damage, but the battery remained largely intact, suggesting it can offer some level of protection against shot.

Quick Summary

An iPhone can offer some surprising protection against a 12-gauge shotgun blast, particularly with bird shot. In tests by TFB TV, an iPhone at 15 feet absorbed significant impact, and even at 10 feet, the battery remained largely intact, though the device sustained more damage.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Historical Anecdote
  2. 00:11Skepticism and Topic Clarification
  3. 00:49Initial Disbelief in iPhone Stopping Power
  4. 01:00Experimental Setup and Materials
  5. 01:29Testing Distance and Methodology
  6. 01:55Firearm Selection and First Shot
  7. 02:02Shot 1 Setup and Ammunition
  8. 03:02Post-Shot Analysis at 15 Feet
  9. 04:07Initial Conclusions from 15 Feet
  10. 04:21Planning for Closer Shot
  11. 04:32Second Shot Setup at 10 Feet
  12. 05:06Second Shot Execution and Immediate Observation
  13. 05:26Analysis of 10-Foot Impact on Target
  14. 05:51Post-Shot Examination of 10-Foot iPhone
  15. 06:51Final Conclusions on iPhone Stopping Power
  16. 07:07Concluding Remarks and Sponsor Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

Can an iPhone stop a shotgun blast?

In a test by TFB TV, an iPhone showed surprising resilience against a 12-gauge shotgun blast with bird shot at 15 feet. While damaged, it absorbed significant impact. At 10 feet, it sustained more damage but the battery remained intact, suggesting it can offer some protection.

What kind of shotgun ammunition was used in the iPhone test?

The TFB TV experiment utilized a 12-gauge shotgun loaded with number eight bird shot. This type of ammunition is typically used for small game hunting and consists of numerous small pellets.

How did the iPhone's internal components fare against the shotgun blast?

During the test, the iPhone's internal battery remained largely intact and functional, despite significant external damage from the shotgun blast. This suggests the battery itself can absorb considerable impact energy.

What was the testing distance for the iPhone versus shotgun experiment?

The experiment was conducted at two distances: 15 feet, where the iPhone showed notable resilience, and a closer distance of 10 feet, which resulted in more severe damage to the device.

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