Modern smartphones, with their sleek glass designs and slim profiles, have long been perceived as fragile. And some of them really are. They’re nowhere near as tough as those old phones from the early 2000s.
But there’s a noticeable trend in recent times: smartphones are now being built with significantly greater durability.
Thankfully, manufacturers are responding to consumer demand for robust devices by marrying innovative engineering with advanced materials.
Reinforced aluminum frames (sometimes even aerospace-grade) and the latest Corning Gorilla Glass variants are becoming standard, offering superior scratch and drop resistance.
Improved display technology and higher IP ratings, indicating water and dust resistance, further enhance durability. Design elements, such as curved edges and shock-absorbing materials, also play a crucial role.
Xiaomi is one such manufacturer that has listened and made their phones tougher.
The new Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G and Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G may look sleek and fragile, but they’re actually built to last. These devices feature Xiaomi’s “All-Star Armor Structure,” a combination of high-strength materials, including a robust aluminum composite frame, energy-absorbing foam, and a special polymer buffering material.
Both models are IP68 rated, providing resistance to freshwater immersion up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, and complete dust protection, all without the need for additional cases or covers.
The Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G is available for P24,999 (12+512GB) and P22,999 (12+256GB), while the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G retails for P19,999 (12+512GB) and P17,999 (12+256GB). These durable smartphones are now available at the official Xiaomi stores on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok.
