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Xensation®

The high-performance cover glass of the Xensation® series offers maximum protection for high-end mobile devices with its unique glass composition made in Germany. By introducing the world's first Lithium-Aluminosilicate (LAS) cover glass for smartphones, specialty glass manufacturer SCHOTT sets new standards in terms of break resistance and confirms its pioneering role in the smartphone market.

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Uncompromisingly strong

The high-performance cover glass of the Xensation® series is designed for real-life use. Its outstanding physical and chemical properties provide an exceptionally high level of stability for mobile devices. Compared to other premium cover glass, Xensation® is far less prone to breakage and can withstand even the toughest conditions, such as falling onto rough or uneven surfaces.

Sheets of Xensation® glass being produced in the SCHOTT plant

Unbreakability redefined

The true magic of Xensation® happens behind the scenes. Driven by the ambition to continuously push the limits of break resistance, SCHOTT dedicates unwavering effort to perfecting the composition of its raw glass for the exceptionally robust cover glass. Laboratory tests that closely mimic real-world usage scenarios, reveal the impressive performance of the revolutionary Xensation® series.

Product variants

The glass composition and processing of the Xensation® series are designed to withstand even the most adverse conditions. Xensation® α is our most drop-resistant cover glass made from robust LABS glass. Xensation® Up. has already proven itself as a versatile all-rounder in millions of smartphones.

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Hand holding a sample of SCHOTT Xensation® Up. ultra-thin glass

High-performance cover glass for high-performance devices

The Xensation® series meets the highest demands for flexibility, strength, and durability. An effective ion exchange during the chemical strengthening process ensures maximum break resistance and guarantees optimal further processing of the material. Set-drop tests prove the outstanding break resistance of Xensation® cover glass, which outperforms the drop resistance of other premium cover glass by up to 100 % even on rough surfaces.

High break resistance

Xensation® cover glass meets the highest requirements for break and impact resistance.

Masterful composition

The outstanding glass properties are the result of SCHOTT's long-standing expertise.

Microfloat technology from Jena

This process enables the production of high-quality glass in a wide range of glass thicknesses.

Optimized chemical strengthening

Introducing extremely high compressive stresses into the surface ensures unparalleled break resistance for high-performance cover glass.

A collaborative voyage between SCHOTT and VIVO - Xensation® cover glass & SCHOTT UTG® at VIVO tech day in India 2024

A collaborative voyage between SCHOTT and VIVO - Xensation® cover glass & SCHOTT UTG® at VIVO tech day in India 2024
Driven by our innovative power and with years of research in specialty glass, we have given the vision of unbreakable glass a new dimension.
SCHOTT sets new standards in terms of break resistance and confirms its pioneering role in the smartphone market.
With its exceptional drop resistance and excellent processing properties, Xensation® Up. opens up new possibilities for a wide range of applications.
High-performance cover glass is key to our customers.
Xensation® Up. redefines the standards for reliability and durability of modern mobile devices.
Xensation® Up. is not only greatly appreciated in the electronic market but also in every smartphone user’s hand.
The high-performance cover glass Xensation® Up. is designed for real-life use.
The outstanding physical and chemical properties provide an exceptionally high level of stability for mobile devices.