The Truth about Apple's Nano Etched Glass - (M4 iPad Pro)

JerryRigEverything
30 May 202409:05

Summary

TLDRThis video explores the 2024 M4 iPad Pro, focusing on the unique Nano-texture glass available for the 1TB and 2TB models. The Nano-texture glass offers a softer touch and a matte appearance, though it's more susceptible to scratches from metal objects. The 11-inch model is 2mm thicker than the 13-inch, but both feature a robust build and high-quality OLED displays. The teardown reveals large dual batteries and Apple's M4 chip, indicating a focus on durability and performance. Sponsored by Chime, a mobile banking app, the video also touches on financial benefits for viewers.

Takeaways

  • 🍎 The 2023 M4 iPads are Apple's thinnest products ever.
  • 📦 The 13-inch iPad has regular glossy glass, while the 11-inch 1TB and 2TB versions feature a special Nano-texture display.
  • 👀 The Nano-texture glass offers a unique visual experience and a softer touch compared to glossy glass.
  • 🎨 The Nano-texture glass may cause colors to appear less vibrant due to the matte coating.
  • 🧼 The box includes an Apple-branded polishing cloth, a color-matching charging cable, and a 20W charging brick.
  • 📏 The smaller 11-inch iPad Pro is 2 mm thicker than the 13-inch model, despite its smaller footprint.
  • 🔨 The Nano-texture glass shows signs of wear at a hardness level three and permanent damage at level four.
  • 🧽 Only the genuine Apple polishing cloth is recommended for cleaning the Nano-texture displays, as other materials may cause damage.
  • 🛠 Metal objects, such as keys and a stainless steel blade, can cause permanent scratches on the Nano-texture glass.
  • 🔧 The iPad's frame is made of metal, with microphone holes that could be a potential weak point for structural integrity.
  • 🔥 The iPad's OLED display is the same for both the 11 and 13-inch models, with a 264 PPI and 120 Hz refresh rate.
  • 💔 The Nano-texture glass is susceptible to shattering during durability tests, especially when bent.

Q & A

  • What are the two types of glass used on the M4 iPads?

    -The M4 iPads use regular glossy glass and a special Nano texture display glass. The Nano texture glass is available on the 1 and 2 TB versions.

  • How does the Nano texture glass feel compared to regular glossy glass?

    -The Nano texture glass has a much softer texture compared to regular glossy glass, with a sleek surface that feels like a ship surfing smooth seas.

  • What is visually different about the Nano texture glass?

    -The Nano texture glass has a different visual experience due to the matte coating, which makes colors appear less vibrant compared to the glossy glass.

  • What is included in the box with the M4 iPads?

    -Inside the box, there is an Apple branded polishing cloth, a color-matching charging cable, and a 20 W charging brick.

  • How does the Nano texture glass perform in terms of scratch resistance?

    -The Nano texture glass starts to show scratches at a level three pick, unlike regular glass, and can show permanent damage at level four.

  • What cleaning method is recommended by Apple for the Nano texture glass?

    -Apple recommends using their genuine polishing cloth to clean the Nano texture displays, which is made from a soft, nonabrasive microfiber material.

  • What happens when a generic microfiber cloth is used on the Nano texture glass?

    -Using a generic microfiber cloth on the Nano texture glass does not cause any damage or markings to appear or rub off.

  • How does the 11-inch iPad Pro compare to the 13-inch model in terms of thickness?

    -The 11-inch iPad Pro is actually 2 mm thicker than the 13-inch model, despite having a smaller footprint.

  • What is the sponsor of the video and what do they offer?

    -The sponsor of the video is Chime, a mobile and online banking service that offers a $10 reward for opening a checking account and activating a Chime Visa debit card.

  • How does the 11-inch iPad Pro perform in terms of durability?

    -The 11-inch iPad Pro shows some flex when bent, but it doesn't break until the third bend, where the microphone hole becomes a weak point.

  • What is the layout and location of the internal structure of the M4 iPads?

    -The internal structure of the M4 iPads includes a central reinforced housing over the motherboard, with cracks appearing along either side of the central spine during durability tests.

Outlines

00:00

📱 Nano-Textured Glass on M4 iPad Pro

The video discusses the new nano-texture glass option available on the 1 and 2 TB versions of the M4 iPad Pro. This unique glass has a distinct visual appearance and a softer texture compared to regular glossy glass. The nano-texture glass is praised for its feel but noted to make colors appear less vibrant due to the matte coating. The video also covers the unboxing experience, revealing an Apple-branded polishing cloth, a color-matching charging cable, and a 20W charging brick. It mentions the 11-inch iPad Pro being 2 mm thicker than the 13-inch model, despite having a smaller footprint. The durability test shows that the nano-texture glass scratches at a level three and incurs permanent damage at level four, unlike regular glass. The video advises using only the genuine Apple polishing cloth for cleaning to avoid damage and emphasizes the importance of keeping metal objects away from the nano-texture glass to maintain its pristine condition.

05:02

🛠 Durability Test and Chime Sponsorship

The second paragraph of the script covers a durability test on the 11-inch iPad Pro, comparing it to the 13-inch model. It notes the device's resistance to flame and its structural integrity when subjected to bending tests. The video demonstrates that while the 11-inch model bends, it does not break until the third bend, where the microphone hole's placement becomes a weak point. The teardown reveals the internal components, including the dual batteries and the Apple M4 chip. The script also introduces Chime as the sponsor of the video, promoting its fee-free checking account with a $10 reward, overdraft protection, and access to a large network of ATMs. The video concludes with a humorous suggestion to Apple's CEO, Tim Cook, regarding the microphone hole's design flaw and expresses gratitude for Chime's sponsorship.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡M4 iPads

The term 'M4 iPads' refers to the latest generation of Apple's iPad Pro models, which are characterized by their thinness and advanced features. In the video, the M4 iPads are the central focus, with a detailed examination of their design, durability, and unique materials such as the Nano-texture glass. The script mentions that these iPads are Apple's thinnest products ever, highlighting their sleek design and advanced engineering.

💡Nano-texture display

The 'Nano-texture display' is a special feature available on the 1TB and 2TB versions of the M4 iPads. It is a type of glass with a unique texture that reduces glare while maintaining image quality. The video script describes this texture as 'softer' and 'glorious' compared to regular glossy glass, and it also discusses the visual impact of the matte coating, which makes colors appear less vibrant.

💡Hardness scale

The 'hardness scale' is a measure used to determine the resistance of a material to different levels of scratching or abrasion. In the context of the video, the hardness scale is applied to test the durability of the Nano-texture glass on the iPads. The script describes how the glass reacts to different levels of the hardness test, revealing that it can show signs of damage at level four, unlike regular glass which is typically more resistant.

💡Apple polishing cloth

The 'Apple polishing cloth' is a product included with the iPads that is specifically designed to clean the Nano-texture display without causing damage. The script mentions that this cloth is dual-layered and made from a soft, non-abrasive microfiber material. It is used to clean the copper filings from a level three hardness test but cannot remove permanent marks from level four.

💡Durability test

A 'durability test' is a series of experiments conducted to assess the strength and longevity of a product. In the video, the iPads undergo various durability tests, including scratching with different objects and bending tests. The script describes how the Nano-texture glass performs in these tests, noting that it is more susceptible to damage from certain objects compared to regular glass.

💡Chime

Chime is a mobile banking service that is mentioned in the video as a sponsor. It is described as the 'banking of the future' due to its 100% mobile and online nature. The video script promotes Chime for its features such as no hidden fees, fee-free overdraft protection, and 24/7 live customer support. Chime is also highlighted for its role in sponsoring the video and providing a discount on off-road wheelchairs.

💡OLED display

The 'OLED display' refers to the type of screen technology used in the iPads, which stands for Organic Light Emitting Diodes. The script mentions that both the 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Pros have a tandem OLED display with a 264 pixels per inch resolution and a 120 Hz refresh rate. OLED is known for its high contrast ratios and energy efficiency.

💡Bending test

A 'bending test' is a durability test that involves applying force to a product to see how it bends or flexes. In the video, the iPads are subjected to bending tests to evaluate their structural integrity. The script describes the iPads' performance during these tests, noting that there is significant flex but no damage until the third bend, where the device breaks.

💡Internal components

The 'internal components' of the iPads are the various parts and systems inside the device that enable its functionality. The video script provides an overview of the iPad's internals, including the large dual batteries, the Apple M4 chip, and the central reinforced housing. These components are crucial for the iPad's performance and are examined during the teardown portion of the video.

💡Teardown

A 'teardown' is the process of disassembling a device to examine its internal components and construction. In the video, the iPad is taken apart to reveal its internals, such as the batteries, the M4 chip, and the central housing. The script describes the teardown process and provides insights into the iPad's design and build quality.

Highlights

Apple introduces the thinnest iPads ever with two types of glass options.

The 13-inch iPad features regular glossy glass, while the 1 and 2 TB versions offer a unique Nano-texture display.

The Nano-texture glass provides a different visual experience and a softer touch compared to glossy glass.

Colors on the Nano-texture display may appear less vibrant due to the matte coating.

The box includes an Apple-branded polishing cloth designed for the Nano-texture glass.

The 11-inch iPad Pro is 2 mm thicker than the 13-inch model, despite its smaller size.

The Nano-texture glass shows signs of wear at a hardness level three, unlike regular glass.

Level four scratching causes permanent damage to the Nano-texture glass.

The Apple polishing cloth can remove level three copper filings but not level four marks.

Metal objects like keys and screws can cause permanent scratches on the Nano-texture glass.

Most cleaning cloths work for the iPad, except for steel wool.

The 11-inch iPad Pro's microphone hole placement may affect its structural integrity.

Chime, the sponsor, offers a $10 reward for opening a checking account and activating a debit card.

The 11-inch iPad Pro has a tandem OLED display with a 264 PPI and 120 Hz refresh rate.

The iPad Pro models are flame resistant, showing no damage after 30 seconds of exposure.

The 11-inch model shows more flex and skin pinching during bending tests.

The iPad Pro's folding issue has been resolved, with improved structural strength.

The internal layout of the 11-inch iPad Pro reveals large dual batteries and Apple's central reinforced housing.

Both iPad Pro models crack in similar spots, suggesting a consistent structural design.

Transcripts

00:00

on this year's M4 iPads you know Apple's

00:02

thinnest products ever Apple has two

00:04

different types of glass the 13-in iPad

00:07

we reviewed earlier has the regular

00:09

glossy glass that we see on all the

00:11

iPhones and previous iPads but if you're

00:14

willing to spend a tad extra apple has a

00:16

very special Nano texture display on the

00:18

1 and 2 tbte versions like I've

00:21

purchased here on this 11in glass is

00:23

kind of my thing and I enjoy exploring

00:25

all of its intricate properties this

00:27

video is sponsored by chime but more on

00:29

them

00:32

later at first glance this thing is

00:36

wild not only is it a completely

00:38

different visual experience but the

00:40

texture is also much softer than the

00:42

regular glossy glass my fingers slide

00:45

slipping softly over the Sleek surface

00:48

like a ship surfing the smooth Seas

00:50

before snagging on the shiny surround

00:52

the texture is glorious but visually

00:54

with the Mac coating all the colors do

00:56

seem to pop a bit less which is a shame

00:59

since it feels phenomenal Inside the Box

01:02

we get an Apple branded polishing cloth

01:04

we'll tear this down in a second and

01:06

there's the same color matching charging

01:07

cable and 20 W charging brick that we

01:09

saw with a 13 in also keep in mind that

01:12

this smaller 11-in iPad Pro with its

01:14

tinier footprint is actually 2 mm

01:17

thicker than the 13 still ridiculously

01:20

thin but we'll get to that later we know

01:22

the new Nano Rich glass looks different

01:24

and feels different but does it scratch

01:26

or damage any different laying out the

01:28

most scale of hardness we can start

01:30

seeing something new at a level three

01:32

instead of nothing happening like on

01:34

regular glass this time we see that the

01:36

nanotextured edge glass is filing down

01:39

my most three pick like a cheese grater

01:42

on cheese or a nail filer on nails or

01:45

sandpaper on wood or a 9 to5 on my wheel

01:48

to live and when we get to a level four

01:50

we see what appears to be actual damage

01:52

on the display which is scientifically

01:54

impossible since we know the glass is

01:56

level five or six and this m four pick

01:59

is a level four taking the approved

02:02

Apple cleaning cloth to the Nano texture

02:04

removes the copper filings of the level

02:06

three but does not remove the permanent

02:08

marks from level four not even with

02:10

alcohol do they disappear I assume just

02:13

like sandpaper eventually wears out

02:14

while woodworking these nanom

02:16

microscopic etch mountains are either

02:18

knocked down by my level four pick or

02:21

the level four pick has become

02:22

permanently embedded in the Nano texture

02:24

via material transfer either way visual

02:27

damage has been done and that damage is

02:30

permanent seeing what other real life

02:32

objects might have the same effect on

02:33

this portable piece of technology keys

02:36

do leave some very visible dust behind

02:38

but get 99% cleaned up with the Apple

02:40

cloth the quarter as well gets sanded

02:43

down by the Apple grit sandpaper but

02:45

again wipes completely away the Philips

02:47

head steel construction screw leaves a

02:49

very permanent scratch mark on the iPad

02:51

glass that does not clean off the open

02:53

safety pin is fine and my Jerry rig

02:56

Razer knife with its stainless steel

02:57

blade also leaves a very permanent

02:59

marking on the glass keep in mind that

03:01

all of these objects would do zero

03:03

damage and leave zero markings on the

03:05

regular glossy glass that Apple usually

03:07

uses it's only on this Nano etge glass

03:10

that the damage occurs good information

03:12

to have for sure keep metal objects away

03:14

from the Nano texture if you're wanting

03:16

to preserve its pristine presentation

03:18

now in the past Apple has said to only

03:20

use the genuine Apple polishing cloth to

03:22

clean its nanotexture

03:26

displays and up until this moment it has

03:29

done a good job job it appears to be

03:30

made from a normal soft nonabrasive

03:32

microfiber cloth material the only

03:35

difference between this cloth and a

03:37

regular microfiber is that this one is

03:39

dual layered and cost $19 if I were to

03:42

use a generic microfiber cloth that cost

03:44

a few pennies nothing appears to happen

03:46

on the screen and again if I use a

03:49

slightly more premium debrand cloth no

03:51

damage occurs nor do any markings appear

03:53

or rub off from the blue Workshop towel

03:56

or even and I'm sure someone at the

03:58

Genius Bar has fainted by now a paper

04:01

towel besides leaving behind a tad more

04:03

dust than a generic microfiber pretty

04:05

much any cleaning cloth will work for

04:07

the iPad as long as it's not steel wool

04:09

which now that I mention it sounds kind

04:11

of fun now at this point we would

04:13

normally scratch the frame to see what

04:15

material it's made from but since we

04:17

already checked the larger 13in I'm sure

04:19

they're both the exact same but old

04:22

habits die hard the left side with his

04:25

plastic pencil Pearl mounting location

04:27

and individual volume buttons has a

04:29

microphone hole off center near the

04:30

bottom I would suggest to Apple to move

04:33

all their microphone holes off center

04:34

like this but that's just me this top

04:37

microphone hole at the most vulnerable

04:39

point in the structure became one of the

04:40

failure points of the 13-in iPad we'll

04:43

see if it's going to haunt the 11-in

04:44

version here in a second the long empty

04:47

right side of the M4 iPad Pro is also

04:49

made from metal and does not appear to

04:51

be compromised with microphone holes the

04:54

bottom has two more loudspeakers and the

04:56

USBC Port the back of the M4 iPad has a

04:58

12 megap camera a 3D light R scanner and

05:02

a quad LED dual tone flash rest in peace

05:05

to the ultrawide camera now if you're

05:07

the type of person who considers

05:08

durability and longevity before making a

05:10

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05:12

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05:25

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05:54

card one downside of the smaller 11in

05:56

iPad Pro is that there's not quite

05:58

enough real estate to finish my draft

06:00

drawing but oh well open your own chime

06:02

checking account today and get that $10

06:04

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06:06

and thanks to chime for sponsoring this

06:08

video and for discounting five of my

06:10

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06:13

one thing that remained the same between

06:14

the 11 and 13in iPad Pros is the tandem

06:17

OLED they have the same 264 pixels per

06:20

inch 120 HZ refresh rate the 11 just has

06:23

a tadas real estate and of course on my

06:26

version the nanoedge glass on top

06:28

they're both surprising flame resistant

06:30

even after 30 seconds there is no damage

06:33

as we know glass is glass but while I

06:35

don't think the nanoedge glass is going

06:37

to improve the overall structure I don't

06:39

think it's going to do any harm either

06:41

the 11-in iPad Pro is 2 mm thicker and

06:44

during the bin test every fraction of a

06:46

millimeter helps when B from the back

06:48

there is quite a bit of flex and the

06:50

glass pinches the skin from my fingers

06:52

which is fair enough some technology

06:54

does fight back and when bent from the

06:56

front again much bending but no damage

06:59

Apple has solved and fixed the hamburger

07:02

style folding of the ultra thin M4 iPad

07:04

Pros thumbs up for that even vertical

07:07

hot dog style bending appears to be

07:09

stronger than the 13-in with both the

07:11

first and second bends leaving the tavit

07:13

slightly warped but still intact it's

07:16

only on the third bend that the

07:17

microphone up top comes back to haunt us

07:20

my hands were sitting slightly on the

07:22

upper half of the tablet so that might

07:24

be a factor but the matte nanotexture

07:26

glass is indeed shattered all the way

07:28

through the entirety of the device and a

07:30

quick little bin near the bottom that

07:32

finishes the job as we commence the

07:34

postmortem autopsy to determine the

07:36

cause of death it's a mystery we can

07:38

visibly see the exact layout and

07:40

location of Apple Central reinforced

07:42

cowling over the

07:44

motherboard we have two NE cracks along

07:46

either side of that Central spine which

07:49

and we'll have to check in a second I

07:50

think mirrors exactly how they larger

07:53

13-in iPad Pro also broke rolling the

07:56

glass covered tandem OLED off to the

07:58

side like a can of sardines we get our

08:00

first look at the large dual batteries

08:02

that give us a total of

08:03

8,160 milliamp hours and 31.2 N wat

08:07

hours I'll remove 12 Phillips head

08:09

screws to get access to Apple Central

08:11

cowling it's incredible that this ultra

08:14

thin tiny piece of metal can keep the

08:16

iPad from snapping in half long ways a

08:18

nitty bitty piece of Hardware doing

08:20

incredibly good at its

08:22

job pulling off the copper shielding

08:24

from the motherboard we get our second

08:26

look at the Apple M4 chip both the iPad

08:28

Pros look very similar inside different

08:30

speaker layouts and a smaller battery

08:33

but when we take a peek at the backside

08:35

looking of course beyond my

08:36

photorealistic depiction of the Savannah

08:39

we can see both iPads cracked in the

08:41

exact same spots the crack extends from

08:43

the charging port to the right side of

08:45

the keyboard connection pins around the

08:47

right side of the Apple bikes and up and

08:49

around all the way to the microphone

08:51

hole up top if Apple removed that

08:53

microphone hole and added a

08:55

perpendicular cowling to the insides I'd

08:57

be out of business so please Tim forget

08:59

everything I just said and thanks a t

09:01

for watching I'll see you around

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