Apple hardware executive criticizes screen protectors, touts Ceramic Shield 2 durability

Apple's VP of Hardware Engineering, Tom Marieb, stated that using screen protectors on iPhones makes him uncomfortable, emphasizing the company's efforts to create durable displays. The new Ceramic Shield 2, featured on the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo, is claimed to be three times more scratch-resistant than its predecessor. However, many users remain skeptical, noting that screen protectors serve as an affordable insurance policy against high repair costs rather than just scratch prevention.