Yes, it does, a thorough bend test explained last week, revealing a few design inconsistencies that facilitate bending. (bgr.com)
Whether that is scratching the back of the device or the camera, or even setting a lighter to the display, and of course the important bend test. (androidheadlines.com)
The ends are reinforced to improve durability, though, and Amazon says it put the cable through 4,000 95 - degree bend tests. (businessinsider.com)