A new trend has swept across TikTok in Russia, prompting men to smash or intentionally damage their iPhones in an effort to achieve a look described as "more masculine."
Trend Details:
Videos show users scratching their iPhones, puncturing the back casing, or smashing the device to make it look worn and heavily used.
Origin of the Trend:
This trend was inspired by an earlier wave on TikTok where women posted photos and videos of old, damaged iPhones with captions like: "A real man has a broken iPhone 11, not an iPhone 17 Pro."
Men's Reaction:
Some men responded to this content by damaging their own phones to mimic that look, even though many of these attempts resulted in the devices malfunctioning or stopping work entirely.
Expert Warnings:
Experts have warned of the risks associated with this behavior. Breaking the glass back of an iPhone 17 can compromise its water resistance, while accidentally puncturing the battery poses a genuine danger that could cause severe damage to the device and threaten the user's safety.
Consequences of Blind Imitation:
Financial Loss: Smashing phones leads to significant financial loss, especially given their high cost.
Health Risks: Puncturing the battery could cause it to explode, leading to burns and other injuries. Marring the appearance: Smashing the phone can ruin its overall look.
Loss of features: Smashing the phone may compromise its water and dust resistance capabilities.
Conclusion:
Everyone should exercise caution regarding trends circulating on social media platforms and avoid imitating them blindly—especially those that pose safety risks or result in financial loss.
