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Bill Nye Explains Oleophobic Screen Coating On iPhone 3GS

So we know the iPhone's screen is oleophobic, which we're pretty sure means it won't get all greasy-looking from the oil from your fingers and face (and potato chips). None other than science-man Bill Nye explains what exactly is going on in a guest piece for Gizmodo. Apparently it involves taking an organic compound and bonding it to the screen using... well, science.

iPhone 3G S Has New Oil-Repellent Screen Coating

Apple made a big deal about how the iPhone 3G S looks the same as the iPhone 3G on the outside, but it turns out that they did make one little hardware upgrade. Apple's "iPhone How To: Cleaning iPhone" page mentions a new oil-resistant coating on the iPhone 3G S's display.

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