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iPhone 6 sapphire display flunks sandpaper test, isn't scratchproof after all
By Chris Smith published
The purported 4.7-inch display on the iPhone 6 isn't pure sapphire, according to an encounter with sandpaper.

Will Apple skimp on the iWatch's sapphire to save it for the iPhone 6?
By Michael Rougeau published
The iWatch might not get its sapphire display after all, thanks to the resource's scarcity.

Sapphire screens for mobiles were branded impossible 15 years ago
By John McCann published
When luxury phone manufacturer Vertu approached the watch industry regarding Sapphire screens things didn't look hopeful.

Sapphire screens - the gem of the mobile world?
By Thomas Thorn published
In Depth Apple's investment in a new sapphire screen firm has the mobile world talking, but what is it and why should you care?

Apple bought years' worth sapphire screens, reveals Canonical CEO
By Michael Rougeau published
The rumors that Apple will use sapphire in the next iPhone's screen just got a little more credible.

Apple's sapphire glass plans may center on iPhone 6 screen
By Matt Swider published
What's stronger than Gorilla Glass? The latest Apple patent filing seems to suggest sapphire is a solid choice.

Cook confirms Apple interest in sapphire, won't divulge use in iPhone 6 or iWatch
By JR Bookwalter published
There's sapphire in Arizona, but Apple CEO Tim Cook won't say for what. Maybe an iRing?

Apple could stick sapphire to screens, processors and more in iPhone 6
By Michael Rougeau published
A new Apple patent has revealed some possible outcomes of the company's fascination with sapphire.
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