YouTubers Break Guinness World Record with Fully Functional Giant iPhone

In an unprecedented feat of engineering, popular tech YouTubers Arun Maini, known as Mrwhosetheboss, and Matthew Perks, the mind behind DIYPerks, have officially constructed the world’s largest iPhone 15 Pro Max, standing at an astounding 6.74 feet tall. This creation, which sets a new Guinness World Record, combines cutting-edge technology with sheer ambition to mark a special milestone—Maini’s YouTube subscriber count surpassing that of Apple’s official channel.

“It feels like a full circle moment. I’m so proud of both our team and Matt for pulling off what’s never been done before,” said Arun Maini, reflecting on his childhood dream of setting a Guinness World Record.”

The giant iPhone, despite its size, is fully functional. The mammoth device is powered by an Intel Core i9 processor, boasts 128 GB of RAM, and features a custom-built AMD graphics card, giving it unparalleled processing power. The smartphone comes equipped with an 88-inch OLED touchscreen sourced from a high-end television and includes custom speakers capable of delivering impressive audio. Not only can this massive iPhone perform typical smartphone functions like video calls, texts, and mobile payments, but it also houses a full-frame Canon EOS R5 camera, offering an optical zoom up to 25x and the ability to shoot in 8K.

Maini described the achievement as a “full circle moment,” having dreamed of breaking a Guinness World Record since childhood. His admiration for Guinness World Records began with hours spent reading about other record-setters, sparking his ambition. “Growing up, I would disappear into the library for hours to read the latest Guinness World Records books, so to achieve an award myself feels absolutely surreal,” Maini shared.

Since posting the video on YouTube, the content has garnered millions of views and tens of thousands of comments, with fans labeling the achievement “insane” and “a true engineering marvel.” Many lauded the duo for not only breaking a record but also for creating a fully operational, larger-than-life device that merges innovation with playfulness.

Perks, a seasoned gadget-builder, was crucial in the construction of this enormous smartphone. Utilizing off-the-shelf electronics, 3D-printed parts, and novel engineering techniques, Perks and Maini succeeded in creating a working replica of Apple’s latest iPhone. The build process took over a year, marking one of the most ambitious projects the YouTubers have ever undertaken.