My GPS Camera Phone

I’ll file this under “extreme endurance testing.” These guys in Russia put an iPhone through a rigorous battery of tests that include freezing, tumbling in a dryer, dunking in beer, dropping and more. The site is in Russian, but the marvel that is Google Translate makes the read worthwhile. For example:

The aluminum lid compartment nutrition allowed to stand the test of honor fall to the asphalt. We threw smartphone flat and at an angle. Before the asphalt was a mini-training on grass, where the phone was left unhurt, even if dropped from two meters, the same situation with the office and carpeting in it. Asphalt is left to the body of a vanishing ink. In addition, the cap has become a bit of waste, has a slight backlash. But it should be noted that other elements are not affected. With pleasure, the screen is not only remained operational, but very slightly scratched.

Can the iPhone withstand the “test of honor?” What about abuse like being rolled over by a car? Watch the video and find out.

I wonder if the Nokia folks would be upset if I tried this with the 6650?

If you are a victim of domestic violence, there is help. I’ve been intimate with abuse and I can tell you that it destroys lives, financially devastates and emotionally tears you down. If you or your child is a victim, please look for help. It may be in the form of a mailed letter to a friend, a phone call, a quick, pleading glance at someone in the grocery store checkout line. You are not alone.

Ask yourself, “Am I a victim?”

Helpful links:
Stop the Hurt
Peaceful Paths: 800-393- SAFE (7233)
Prevent Child Abuse
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-787-3244 (TTY)

If you witness domestic violence, do not ignore it. Stand up for what’s right and help. Many domestic violence organizations accept cash donations, clothing, old cell phones and your time.

As a witness to domestic violence, I can tell you that there is hope. Take the first step, for you or someone you love. Even the darkest clouds have silver linings.

A big thanks goes to Nine, the designer who created the badge you see on this post. It’s people like him who help raise awareness. You can help in many ways, even something as simple as this.