A promotional stunt involved a Unitree G1 robot dropping the Meizu Note 16 Pro from various heights to test its durability. The tests began at 1m and 1.5m, successfully, before attempting a dramatic drop from 35m off Meizu’s headquarters, landing on grass. The phone also underwent IP rating tests, including immersion in water and exposure to dust. While the robot showcased the phone’s resilience in a visually engaging way, the actual testing is conducted by industrial machines. This collaboration highlights Meizu’s owner Geely’s exploration of using Unitree robots in its factories. The Meizu Note 16 series launches on May 13.
Smartphone drop tests are typically conducted by automated machines in a lab setting. However, what if you could have a sci-fi-inspired robot do the job instead? Someone not familiar with The Terminator thought it would be intriguing to give a Meizu Note 16 Pro to a Unitree G1 robot and instruct it to drop the phone from various heights to test its durability. By the way, the Meizu Note 16 series is set to be revealed on May 13.
The Meizu Note 16 series will be unveiled on Tuesday
The 1m drop test goes well, and so does the 1.5m test—equivalent to head height for the robot (the G1 is no Arnold Schwarzenegger). The next test is from 3m, with all previous tests conducted on a laminated surface.
The Unitree G1 robot
The next test draws significant attention—the robot drops the Note 16 Pro from the rooftop of Meizu’s headquarters, reaching a height of 35m. While the phone lands on grass, it records video throughout to prove the authenticity of the test.
Following that are the IP rating assessments—the phone is submerged in a fish tank and then subjected to dust and sand. Check out what unfolds below:
Alright, fine, the robot aspect was merely a promotional stunt. However, if you watch until the conclusion of the video, you’ll spot the industrial robots that perform the actual tests.
If you’re curious about the connection, Meizu’s parent company, Geely, has been experimenting with employing Unitree robots (specifically the larger H1) in its manufacturing facilities.
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