When it comes to stress-testing gadgets, smartphones are often the go-to candidates. But foldable devices? That raises the bar considerably. Foldables are known for their complexity—hinges, multiple layers, and delicate internal mechanisms. Still, the Honor Magic V6 claims the title of most durable phone today, thanks to its IP69K rating. I decided to push it to its limits. The results were surprising.
Mud bath for a foldable phone
The terrain was knee-deep in thick, slippery muck, and it sparked a question: what would happen if I dropped my Magic V6 into the same conditions? It felt like the perfect scenario to test a foldable phone's resilience. To recreate the experience at home, I filled an aluminum pan with dirt and mixed it with water from my rain barrel, creating a thick, gooey mud. The texture and consistency were spot on. With the phone in hand, I hesitated only briefly before dropping it in, ensuring the screen, hinge, and ports were all fully submerged.
After a few minutes of deliberate scrubbing, the phone was covered head to toe in the mess. I even opened it up to make sure the hinge and inner display were as dirty as possible. Then I took it to the yard to wipe off the worst of it before heading indoors. Despite the treatment, the phone didn’t just survive—it functioned perfectly. I took some photos with it, just to be sure, and the hinge was still a bit crunchy-sounding. But I figured the next part of the test would take care of that.
Dishwasher test shows durability in full force
Next up: the dishwasher. I carefully placed the Magic V6 on the top rack, making sure not to cover it completely. I used my regular dishwashing detergent and avoided the heated dry setting. The dishwasher ran at temperatures around 120-140°F, depending on the cycle. That’s enough to test the phone’s heat tolerance. Halfway through the cycle, I opened the door just to check in and confirm that everything was still working. The phone was fine. The screen was clean, the hinge still moved, and I could scroll and type without any issues. It had clearly passed the initial phase.
For some added perspective, I placed my Honor Magic 8 Pro in the dishwasher as well, and it filmed the entire process. This device, though not the focus, had the same IP69K rating and performed admirably. The video it captured shows the start of the cycle before the machine stopped. (Make sure to turn your sound down—it’s just the mechanical hum of the dishwasher.)
After the full hour-long cycle, I carefully opened the dishwasher and let the steam clear a bit. The Magic V6 sat there, looking nearly unharmed. The only signs of wear were minor soapy residue on the glass and a few scratches on the inner display—likely from the earlier scrubbing. But these scratches were subtle, only noticeable at certain angles. More impressively, the hinge was now quiet and smooth, having shaken off the earlier mud-induced crunch. The phone never overheated or shut down, and it handled the high heat with ease.
Just to be absolutely certain, I used all three rear cameras on the Magic V6 to take some photos of my cat. Each lens worked perfectly, and the phone responded without delay. From the muck of the backyard to the heat of the dishwasher, it had come through unscathed. This test showed just how robust the Honor Magic V6 really is.
In the world of foldable phones, durability is a rare and valuable trait. The Magic V6 proved that it’s more than just a marketing claim—this phone can handle nearly anything you throw at it. Whether it’s mud, heat, or the occasional kitchen appliance, it’s built to survive.
If this test has taught me anything, it’s that the Magic V6 is not just a phone with a fancy rating. It’s a phone with real-world resilience. And for a foldable device, that’s a rare and impressive feat.
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This test was conducted for Android Central by the reporter, with no sponsorship from Honor.
