Usually smartphones with increased durability and moisture protection are used in summer, often this is due to summer vacations, when people are afraid to ruin their main phone, or if you like an active lifestyle and the question arises: how to choose a smartphone that will have good enough protection. Just for you, the rating of the best protected smartphones of 2016-2017 was created, in which we will consider 5 good options in different pricing policies, well, let's take a closer look at their characteristics.
My top 5 starts with this good secure smartphone, which is better to buy for real extremists in Russia, Ukraine and Belarus, unable to part with the properties of ordinary, city pipes, of course this is not a fancy flagship, but the main functions in it will be available to you. Characteristics at the level: 8-core MediaTek MT6752 with a clock frequency of 1.5 GHz, a Mali-T760 video processor, this is quite enough three-dimensional games, work and study. It has 2 GB of RAM, which is enough even for good games. It has 64 GB of built-in memory with the possibility of expanding it with memory cards. He has a fairly good and high-quality IPS screen with a diagonal of 5.5 inches and a resolution of 1920 by 1080, covered with protective glass. The camera is a good 13 megapixel, which takes high-quality pictures, the front is 5, which will be enough for selfies. For tourist outings, a half-hour water protection, compass, barometer, temperature sensor and laser are provided. Battery suitable for Li-Ion 5300 mAh. Its protection standard is ip 67, and if you drop it into the water, it's okay :). So the smartphone turned out to be very reliable and of high quality. If you are interested in this model, I advise you to watch the video review of it located below.
A fairly good protected smartphone of my rating, you cannot call it a gaming one in terms of characteristics, but this is an excellent option in terms of price-quality ratio. It has a 4-core MediaTek MT6735 processor, a Mali-T720 video processor, which is quite enough for everyday tasks and surfing the Internet. The built-in memory is 16 GB, but there is support for memory cards up to 128 GB, 2 GB of RAM. The gadget has a 13 megapixel camera that takes pretty high-quality photos, and the front one is 5 megapixel. The device has a 4.3-inch IPS display with a resolution of 960 by 540. At the same time, the protective properties are also high - the smartphone is made according to the IP67 standard, so you don't have to worry about its safety in extreme conditions. The battery is not bad for this size - 3500 mAh.
This is the best protected smartphone from Conquest S8, for this price, this brand generally makes reliable models. It is certainly not the most powerful, but basically these devices are not taken for games. Its display is IPS with a diagonal of 5 inches with a resolution of 1280 by 720, and also has a shock and scratch resistant Corning Gorilla Glass 3. The processor has a 4-core MediaTek MT6735MediaTek MT6735 with a clock frequency of 1.3 GHz cores, a graphics editor Mali -T720. The RAM in the device is 2 GB, not much, but in principle it will be enough for comfortable work. It does not have a lot of built-in memory, only 16 GB, but it can be expanded with memory cards up to 128 GB. It has a 13 megapixel camera with autofocus and LED flash, front 5, both take good pictures. The battery in the phone is Li-Ion with a capacity of 6000 mAh, which will be enough for 2 days, although who uses it.
This phone for 2 SIM cards is protected according to the IP67 standard, it has a not too high price and powerful characteristics. The screen of the device has a diagonal of 4 inches and a resolution of 800 by 480, and the number of pixels per inch is 233, quite common indicators for a reliable and high-quality rugged smartphone. The processor has a 4 + core MediaTek MT6582 with a frequency of each core of 1.3 GHz each, the chip is not bad enough, everything works without freezes and lags. RAM in the device is 2 GB, and built-in 32 GB, expandable up to 128 GB. The battery has a capacity of 2650 mAh and, according to the developers, the talk time is 14 hours and the standby time is 520 hours.
Another good smartphone with protection and a large screen, although the camera is weaker than the competition, but this is a budget phone. This device has an IP68 protection standard, which completely ensures a carefree life for its owner in almost any conditions. The processor has a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 MSM8916 with a frequency of 1.2 GHz, an Adreno 306 video processor, 1 GB of RAM, 8 GB built-in with the possibility of increasing it to 32 GB. The camera has an 8 megapixel camera with LED flash and autofocus, as well as a 4x digital zoom and a 5 megapixel front module. Works on the Android 5.0 OS familiar to us. Its battery with a capacity of 2500 mAh, of course, is not as strong as that of the previous smartphone, but not bad either.
Another good smartphone for people who prefer outdoor activities. This model has a shockproof housing and protection from water according to the IP67 standard, moreover, its cost is quite low. The display with a diagonal of 4.02 inches and a resolution of 854 by 480 pixels looks good due to the small screen size, the pixels are not visible. The performance is quite average for this category of phones, the MediaTek MT6572 processor, two cores with a clock speed of 1.2 GHz. RAM 1 GB, built-in 4, can be increased with a memory card up to 32 GB, of course you cannot play modern 3D games, but it will be enough for everyday applications. The main camera is 8 megapixels, the front one is 1.3, which will be enough for Skype. The battery has a capacity of 2800 mAh, which with such a performance will be enough for about 2 days.
Although this is not the best Chinese rugged smartphone, however, there is also something to pay attention to here. I'll start with the strongest side - the battery, its capacity is 5000 mAh, which with average use will last for two days, or even more. The diagonal of the screen is 5 inches and the resolution is 1280x720 pixels, it looks very good. The camera is quite ordinary, the main module shoots with a resolution of 8 megapixels, the front one is 2, not the best option for buying a gift for selfie lovers, but for those who care about not crashing on vacation it will be just right. The device works on a chip from MediaTek MT6735P, four cores with a clock frequency of 1 GHz each, a Mali-T720 video processor. RAM 2 GB, built-in 16, it is possible to expand with a memory card. The device has an IP67 protection standard.
The characteristics of this device are not much lower than those of the previous one, but there are still some advantages, besides, the model really turned out to be extremely tenacious. The diagonal of the display is 4.5 inches, the resolution is 800 by 480, the whole thing is covered with scratch-resistant glass. with all this, it has protection according to the IP68 standard. Runs out of the box on Android 4.4 OS, which is a slight drawback. The Marvell Armada PX1908 processor with a clock frequency of 1.2 GHz, the Vivante GC7000 graphics editor, may not be enough for resource-intensive applications, but it will be enough for everyday tasks. RAM 1.5 GB, built-in 8 and can be expanded up to 128 GB. The battery capacity is 2200, in principle not a lot, but it is removable, so it can be replaced if necessary. The main camera module shoots with a resolution of 5 megapixels, the front one is 2, the photos are not of very good quality.
Also an interesting version of one of the best smartphones of this company, I would like to immediately note one of the small drawbacks, there is no hole for threading the lace and the second drawback is a slightly overpriced. Otherwise, as they say, there is nothing to complain about, it works out of the box on Android 5.1 OS, updates are available over the air. The chipset is equipped with a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 MSM8909, with a clock frequency of each core of 1.1 GHz, a graphics editor Adreno 304, everything works fast enough without lags and freezes, but under heavy load it starts to heat up. The display has a diagonal of 4.5 inches and a resolution of 854 by 480, it looks quite decent, although I would like a clearer resolution. The camera here is also not very good, the main one is 5 megapixels, the front one is 2, so for skype and quick photos. The 3000 mAh battery is unfortunately not removable. IP68 protection standard.
Finishing my top 10 best rugged smartphones is this gadget, which has the best price-quality ratio. Here the battery has a capacity of 4700 mAh, which is enough for more than two days, although it depends on who uses it. Display with a diagonal of 4.5 inches and a resolution of 960 by 540 pixels, which gives a good quality image, it will also not be superfluous to note the presence of protection according to the IP68 standard. Powered by a quad-core MediaTek MT6589W with a clock speed of each core 1.2GHz. Its own memory is quite small, only 1 GB of RAM, 4 built-in, but it can be increased up to 32 GB. The main camera is 8 megapixels and shoots with a resolution of 3264 by 2448 pixels, there is autofocus, the front one is 2 megapixels. In general, the device turned out to be quite balanced, moreover, it has a low cost.
Even the most sophisticated smartphones of famous brands cannot withstand the "blows of fate". Falls from a height, water, sand, mud - all this sooner or later disables any equipment. The Internet project "Be Mobile" has selected the 10 most shock and water resistant smartphones.
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How many screens were shattered when smartphones were dropped from a height? How many vehicles "died" after being immersed in water? Tens, hundreds of thousands, millions? There are no exact statistics on this, but data from service centers show that the two most common problems (excluding factory defects) that consumers come with are a broken screen and water that got inside a mobile device.
For this reason, various manufacturers of equipment are increasingly thinking about releasing models in a protected version. Such devices receive a reinforced casing with a metal frame, rubber pads, a sealed structure and a waterproof coating.
All protected models are marked with the Ingress Protection Rating (abbreviated IP) for the protection of the enclosure of electrical equipment against the penetration of solid objects and water. You can read about what the numbers of this classification mean.
The correspondents of our Internet project examined 50 rugged phones with a powerful battery and selected 10 options that they are ready to recommend as a purchase. First of all, we took into account the models with the protection class IP67 and IP68. They are capable of surviving falls on the asphalt from a height of two meters, as well as immersion in water to a depth of 1 meter for a period of 30 minutes to 1 hour, without prejudice to their performance.
CATerpillar S41
id = "sub0">Price: 23 790 rubles
Protection class:
Operating system: Android 5.1
Screen: IPS, 4.7 inches (540x960), 234 ppi, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection
Chip, processor:
Memory: operational - 1 GB, for file storage - 16 GB, support for microSD memory cards
Camera:
Communications: mobile networks 2G / 3G / 4G, GPS, Bluetooth 4.1, Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n, NFC, electronic compass
Battery: 3000 mAh
Dimensions, weight: 145x74x12.5 mm, 185 g
The most expensive representative of the class of protected smartphones that can be officially bought in Russian stores is the CATerpillar S41 device based on Android 5.1. It meets MIL-STD-810G and IP68 standards. This means that the smartphone is protected against moisture, dust, shock and drops. In particular, the device is guaranteed to remain operational when submerged under water to a depth of one meter for one hour, as well as when falling from a 1.8-meter height. The operating temperature range is from minus 25 to plus 55 degrees Celsius.
Protection against damage is provided by Corning Gorilla Glass 4. The smartphone recognizes the touch of wet fingers and hands with gloves. The screen here with a diagonal of 4.7 inches corresponds to the qHD format. The image is readable even in bright sunlight.
Of the undoubted advantages, we note the work in 4G networks and a high-capacity battery, which will allow the device to work for three days at average loads.
The disadvantages include the camera, which takes a very mediocre quality of pictures and not the best screen in terms of the picture (low resolution with a large diagonal). The rest, apart from the price, is in complete order.
Ginzzu RS97 Dual
id = "sub1">Price: 17 990 rubles
Protection class: IP68 - shock and moisture resistant housing
Operating system: Android 4.4 KitKat
Screen: IPS 4.7 inches (720x1280), Corning Gorilla Glass protection
Chip, processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 Quad-core 1.2GHz
Memory:
Camera: main - 5 megapixels with flash, front - 0.3 megapixels
Communications: mobile networks 2G / 3G / 4G, support for two SIM cards (microSIM, nanoSIM), bluetooth 4.0, wi-fi, GPS
Battery: 4000 mAh
Dimensions, weight: 152x78x16 mm, 275 grams
The second representative of unkillable smartphones is the Ginzzu RS97 Dual. It costs 6,000 rubles less than the Caterpillar Cat S40, but also has an IP68 drop and water rating. On the upper edge there is a mount for a carabiner.
The screen here also has a diagonal of 4.7-inches, but the resolution is higher - 720x1280. There is a protective glass Corning Gorilla Glass 3. In terms of hardware, the Ginzzu RS97 Dual is also similar to the Cat S40: there is support for LTE, GPS, an electronic compass, etc.
The difference in addition to the appearance lies in the pre-installed version of the operating system - here it is Android 4.4 KitKat, as well as an increased capacity battery of 4000 mAh.
Well, and the last thing, because of the protection, the Ginzzu RS97 Dual looks like a weighty brick, which weighs neither more nor less than 275 grams.
CATerpillar S31
id = "sub2">Price: 16 990 rubles
Protection class: IP68 - shock and moisture resistant housing
Operating system: Android 5.1
Screen: TFT TN, 4.5 inches (480x854), 218 ppi, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection
Chip, processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 (MSM8909), 1.1 GHz, 4 ARM Cortex-A7 cores, Adreno 304 GPU
Memory: operational - 1 GB, for storing files - 8 GB, support for microSD memory cards
Camera: main - 5 megapixels with flash, front - 2 megapixels
Communications: mobile networks 2G / 3G / 4G, GPS, Bluetooth 4.1, Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n
Battery: 3000 mAh
Dimensions, weight: 142x73x13.2 mm, 181 g
Our rating includes another representative of the Caterpillar smartphone line - CATerpillar S31. Unlike the older model, the screen has been reduced to 4.5 inches, and the matrix itself has been replaced from IPS to TFT TN. Because of this, the picture on the display is faded, and the fonts, due to the low resolution, seem to be coarse. The camera, as in the older model, is very budgetary. Removes poorly.
Among the advantages of the model, it is worth noting a shock-resistant and moisture-resistant case according to the IP68 class, a hardware platform that allows the smartphone to work without freezing, support for 4G. The 3000 mAh battery will provide three days of work with an average load.
Ginzzu RS9602
id = "sub3">Price: 13 890 rubles
Protection class: IP68 - shock and moisture resistant housing
Operating system: Android 5.1
Screen: IPS 4.5 inches (480x854)
Chip, processor: MediaTek MT6735M, 1.3 GHz Quad-Core Processor
Memory: operational - 1 GB, for storing files - 8 GB, support for microSD memory cards
Camera:
Communications: mobile networks 2G / 3G / 4G, support for two SIM cards of a standard size, bluetooth 4.0, wi-fi, GPS, LED flashlight, walkie-talkie with an operating frequency range of 400-480 MHz
Battery: 2600 mAh
Dimensions, weight: 142.5x75x13 mm, 187 g
The Ginzzu RS9602 smartphone is great for travelers and people with an active lifestyle. Its IP68 enclosure is resistant to drops, shock, dust and immersion in water. In addition, the device is equipped with a large-capacity battery that allows you to use it for up to three days without recharging.
In technical terms, the smartphone is closer to the budget class. The screen here is 4.5 inches, IPS, but the viewing angles are not as large as we would like. The display itself is very sensitive. Thanks to the presence of 1 GB of RAM, the device works smartly and does not hang. For storage of files, 8 GB of flash memory is provided, there is support for microSD memory cards. Battery 2 600 mAh. With an average load, the device will work for 2 days. With intensive - 1-1.5 days.
We also note support for LTE, support for two SIM cards. There is a budget camera here, but all this is not an indicator for an "armored" phone.
Doogee s60
id = "sub4">Price: 10 490 rubles
Protection class: IP68 - shock and moisture resistant housing
Operating system: Android 4.4.2
Screen: IPS 4 inches (480x800 pixels)
Chip, processor: MediaTek MTK 6582, 1300 MHz, Mali-400MP GPU
Memory: operational - 1 GB, for storing files - 8 GB, support for microSD memory cards
Camera: main - 8 megapixels with flash, front - 1.3 megapixels
Communications: mobile networks 2G / 3G (support for two SIM cards of standard size), GPS, Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n
Battery: 3100 mAh
Dimensions, weight: 139x73.8x18.3 mm, 261 g
All connectors are equipped with special plugs, and the back cover has a rubberized coating and is fastened with two metal screws. The display is protected by the Japanese ASAHI Glass, which is three times thicker than the glass of conventional smartphones.
The device comes with spare rubber plugs and a strap with a carabiner and a compass. The smartphone can be attached to a belt, bag or clothing.
Technically, the Doogee S60 is pretty simple. It runs Android 4.4.2 with the proprietary teXet Start screensaver. RAM 1 GB, flash - 8 GB, there is support for microSD memory cards. In terms of performance, the smartphone is a typical average. There are two cameras: the main one is 8 megapixels, the front one is 1.3 megapixels. The picture quality is adequate, but not perfect.
The battery is responsible for the autonomy of 3 100 mAh. According to the manufacturer, one charge will last for 8 hours of continuous calls, 6.5 hours of Internet use and up to 23 days of standby time. With an average load, the device will work for 3 days.
Texet TM-4083
id = "sub5">Price: 9 990 rubles
Protection class: IP68 - shockproof and waterproof housing
Operating system: Android 5.1
Screen: IPS 4 inches (480x800)
Chip, processor: MediaTek MT6580, 4-core 1.3GHz processor
Memory: operational - 1 GB, for storing files - 8 GB, support for microSD memory cards
Camera: main - 8 megapixels with flash, front - 1.3 megapixels
Communications:
Battery: 2600 mAh
Dimensions, weight: 137.5x74x16.7 mm, 195 grams
TeXet TM-4083 is IP68 rated. It is protected from the penetration of dust and water into the housing, even when submerged to a depth of 1 m for three hours.
It uses a 4-inch screen with a modest resolution of 480x800 pixels. Responsible for the hardware component is the MediaTek MT6580 chip with a 4-core processor. RAM 1 GB. Built-in - 8 GB (can be expanded with microSD memory cards). The database contains a flashlight, Wi-Fi, GPS navigation.
Both cameras shoot well, but they cannot boast of quality. The battery here is 2,600 mAh. The smartphone can work for about 2 days with calls and periodic use of 3G.
Blackview BV7000 Pro
id = "sub6">Price: 8 990 rubles
Protection class:
Operating system: Android 5.0.2
Screen: TFT 5 inches (720x1280 pixels), 294 ppi
Chip, processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 410, Quad-core Cortex A-53, 1.2GHz, Adreno 306 GPU
Memory: operational - 1 GB, for storing files - 8 GB, support for microSD memory cards
Camera: main - 8 megapixels with flash, front - 5 megapixels
Communications: mobile networks 2G / 3G / 4G (one nanoSIM SIM card), GPS, Bluetooth 4.1, Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n, USB 2.0
Battery: 2500 mAh
Dimensions, weight: 143.3x73.3x9.2 mm, 151 g
Blackview BV7000 Pro is an inexpensive device, protected from both water and drops, with a fairly large screen and average performance. In the segment of rugged models, there are almost no devices with a diagonal of 5 inches, and those that are presented are distinguished by a very high cost. Against their background, Blackview BV7000 Pro has an undoubted advantage - a 5-inch screen with a resolution of 720x1280 pixels (294 ppi). It is TFT in type, and therefore the picture is not as bright as that of the flagship models. There is a light sensor. The rest of the smartphone is a typical budget employee.
Protection against water is realized, as in classical devices, with the help of plugs. The plugs themselves are made soundly, they are unlikely to quickly deteriorate. But you need to understand that over time they lose their tightness, their service life is 1.5-2 years in the ideal case, further problems are possible.
The phone clearly fits into the needs of the target audience; this is a good offer for those who like an active lifestyle and work in harsh conditions.
BQ BQ-5033 Shark
id = "sub7">Price: 8 990 rubles
Protection class: IP67 - shockproof and waterproof housing
Operating system: Android 4.4 Jelly Bean
Screen: IPS 4.7 inches (720 x 1280)
Chip, processor: MediaTek MT6572, 2-core processor 1.5 GHz
Memory: operational - 1 GB, for storing files - 8 GB, support for microSD memory cards
Camera: main - 8 megapixels with flash, front - 2 megapixels
Communications: 2G / 3G mobile networks, support for two SIM cards (regular size), bluetooth, wi-fi, GPS, GLONASS
Battery: 2500 mAh
Dimensions, weight: 148x78.5x16.6 mm, 191 grams
BQ BQ-5033 Shark is a typical off-road smartphone. All this means high dust and moisture protection, including short-term dives to a depth of 1 meter. Also, according to the manufacturer, the filling of the smartphone will survive without consequences a fall from a height of one and a half meters.
The body of the device is made of shock-resistant plastic, which is supplemented with a large number of plastic inserts, practically over the entire surface, except for the back cover.
Despite the fact that the BQ BQ-5033 Shark has a large 4.7-inch screen, the dimensions and weight of the device are quite decent. First of all, thanks for this is a capacious but heavy battery. With an average load, the smartphone runs on battery power for 3 days.
Doogee s50
id = "sub8">Price: 8 990 rubles
Protection class: IP68 - shock and moisture resistant housing
Operating system: Android 4.2 Jelly Bean
Screen: TFT 4 inches (480x800)
Chip, processor: MediaTek MT6572A, 2-core 1.3 GHz processor
Memory: operational - 1 GB, for file storage - 4 GB, support for microSD memory cards
Camera: main - 8 megapixels with flash, front - 1.3 megapixels
Communications: 2G / 3G mobile networks, support for two SIM cards of a standard size, bluetooth 3.0, wi-fi, GPS
Battery: 2400 mAh
Dimensions, weight: 134.5x74x19 mm, 210 grams
Doogee S50 has a non-standard octagonal shape, which largely protects it from possible impact from an angle on a hard surface. Finally, thanks to a special rubber shell with a shockproof protector, the smartphone will survive a fall from 1.5 m.
The smartphone supports two SIM cards and works in third generation cellular networks. The 4-inch display cannot boast of a bright and contrasting picture, and the fonts look rough due to the low resolution. However, this is not why they like protected phones. The user interface is stable. RAM - 1 GB, built-in - 4 GB, there is a slot for microSD memory cards.
The battery here is 2,400 mAh. It is enough for 2-2.5 days of work with moderate use of phone calls and mobile Internet.
Prestigio Muze G7 DUO
id = "sub9">Price: 8 490 rubles
Protection class: IP67 - shockproof and waterproof housing
Operating system: Android 5.1
Screen: IPS 4 inches (480x800)
Chip, processor: MediaTek MT6575, 1 GHz 2-core processor, PowerVR SGX531 video chip
Memory: operational - 1 GB, for storing files - 8 GB, support for microSD memory cards
Camera: main - 5 Mpix with flash, front - 1.3 Mpix
Communications: mobile networks 2G / 3G / 4G, support for two SIM cards of a standard size, bluetooth 4.0, wi-fi, GPS
Battery: 3000 mAh
Dimensions, weight: 122x67x17.3 mm, 123 g
The high level of tightness prevents dust and dirt from getting inside the phone, and also resists the effects of water. The design of the device is brutal.
Small diagonal IPS-display, only 4 inches with a resolution of 480x800 - a consequence of the compact size of the device.
Responsible for performance is a MediaTek MT6575 dual-core processor with a frequency of 1.0 GHz. The amount of RAM is 1 GB, built-in memory - 8 GB (can be expanded with a microSD card). There is enough RAM, the interface works smartly, programs start quickly. It is also worth noting a capacious 3,000 mAh battery, with its help the smartphone will need to be charged every two days.
The prices shown are valid on the day of publication. Over time, prices can change both up and down.
If you cannot live without extreme and love outdoor activities, purchase indestructible ones and which have IP-68 and IP-67 certificates. In this case, you can easily survive any element. Moreover, now, for relatively little money, you can become the owner of a new device with advanced functions. In this article, we will help you choose a durable, modern, reliable shock-resistant smartphone that will work flawlessly in any conditions.
Some general information
You should remember that initially only climbers, military men and other representatives of the so-called “dangerous” professions showed interest in such devices. Moreover, their cost was quite high. Now the situation has changed. A shock-resistant waterproof smartphone can be purchased by ordinary people leading a hectic, active lifestyle, for example, parachutists, fishermen, diving enthusiasts, or simply those who prefer a protected gadget to a fashionable, but completely unbreakable and shock-resistant smartphone.
What manufacturers supply branded quality products to Russia? In order not to run into cheap fakes, remember that these are the following well-known brands: North Face, Explorer, Runbo, Hummer, Land Rover, AGM, Mann Zug and others. They produce full-featured mega-devices that have the best balance of reliability and price. For this reason, devices from these and other well-known brands are in high demand.
Advantages of a secure smartphone over a conventional one
Each not only connects its owner with the outside world, but also has excellent functionality. Even ordinary inexpensive phones are equipped with a strong durable case that does not allow moisture to pass through, very powerful batteries, high-quality protection against dirt, vibration, and extreme temperatures. They can perform many different tasks, for which they have a flashlight, radio, navigation, photo and video cameras, have rich multimedia options and access to Internet resources. Having provided the manufactured devices with good protection, the developers and manufacturers did not stop there.
They began to transform them into fashion accessories with stylish designs. There are phones on the market that are watertight, with athletic masculinity, and a tablet with an elegant look. Tourists can buy gadgets with different colors, and a camouflage-colored shockproof device is perfect for “security officers”. It turns out that buying a protected phone now means finding an extraordinary design, high technical characteristics and full support in extreme conditions.
Kyocera Rugged Smartphones
The further, the more companies produce similar products. Kyocera introduced to consumers two new high-security devices of the Hydro series - Edge and XTRM. The presentation took place in Las Vegas, USA. These new items have waterproof and dustproof cases, so they can safely work for 30 minutes at a depth of one meter. Both devices are waterproof, but the latest model, moreover, is protected from temperature fluctuations and drops. Feature of smartphones, very interesting, is the lack of hearing speakers.
It uses Smart Sonic Receiver, an innovative technology that allows sound to be transmitted via vibration directly to the eardrum. As a result, you can hear the interlocutor well even in noisy conditions. A little about some of the characteristics of these devices. Edge has a dual-core, 1GHz processor with 1GB of RAM, a 5MP camera and a four-inch screen. XTRM is very similar to it, but works in fourth-generation networks, the processor is at a frequency of 1.2 GHz, the screen is IPS. Both devices have OS from Google corporation.
Galaxy Xcover-2 - rugged smartphone from Samsung
This device became the successor to the already “ancient” Galaxy Xcover, which was one of the first in this line of gadgets. The new dust-, moisture-, shock-resistant smartphone has a maximum IP67 protocol. It is completely protected from dust, is not afraid of a thirty-minute immersion in water to a depth of one meter. Xcover 2 has a TFT display with a resolution of 800x480 pixels and a size of four inches. Processor - dual-core, clock speed - 1 GHz, RAM - 1024 MB, flash drive - 4096 MB, support for microSD cards. The main camera is 5-megapixel, it has a flash that can be used as a flashlight.
Front camera - VGA, suitable only for video communication. Like all rugged devices, it is equipped with a separate dedicated button for shooting, which allows for underwater photography. The battery has a capacity of 1700 mAh, in standby mode it can function for 570 hours. The operating system is Android 4.1, also called Jelly Bean. Additional features include GLONASS, GPS, Bluetooth 4.0 and Wi-Fi.
Samsung's rugged smartphone for LTE networks - Galaxy Rugby LTE
Be that as it may, not so many devices have a reliably protected case today. For this reason, the Korean company released Samsung - a shock-resistant smartphone, Rugby LTE. If you carefully delve into the meaning of the name, you will understand that this gadget can even play rugby, it has such a strong body. Its ability to work in fourth generation networks is also visible. The characteristics of the phone are not the most advanced, but this is understandable, since the main focus was on security. The filling is in second place here.
Our shock-resistant smartphone has a 3.97-inch display with a standard resolution of 480 x 800 pixels. Processor - 1.5 GHz, dual-core, front camera - 1.3 megapixels, rear camera - 5 megapixels, LED flash, NFC, DLNA support. Battery - 1850 mAh, weight - 161 grams. Galaxy Rugby LTE, according to user reviews, proved to be a reliable dustproof, moisture resistant, shock and vibration resistant smartphone. In addition, it tolerates various temperatures well, including their drops.
Japanese rugged smartphone Sony Xperia M2 Aqua
If you choose a protected device from a manufacturer of a well-known brand, we recommend that you pay attention to a shock-resistant smartphone. This device is the first device from a Japanese company that is in the middle price category, but has a very high level of protection - IP 65/68. The OmniBalance stands out from the others, first of all with its branded design. The display, in comparison with the above-described models, is bigger and better here: size - 4.8 inches, resolution - 960x540 pixels, manufacturing technology - IPS. Processor - Quad-core, Qualcomm Snapdragon 400, clocked at 1.2 GHz, RAM - 1 GB, internal expandable memory - 8 GB.
The phone works in LTE networks. The battery has a capacity of 2300 mAh, with support for STAMINA, a proprietary energy saving technology. Unused functions are then automatically turned off to save energy. The next time the device is accessed, they are activated. The Sony Xperia's camera is 8 megapixels and is equipped with an LED flash. SteadyShot - image stabilization when shooting video. It also has a physical shutter for ease of use underwater. Full performance is guaranteed for 30 minutes, at a depth of up to one and a half meters. The gadget is sold in a copper, black and white case.
Chinese rugged smartphone Apex
We offer a brief overview of one of the Chinese devices. Apex is waterproof, shockproof, IP68 rated for water resistance, and also provides protection against dust. With characteristics that do not differ much from well-known brands, it is quite competitive in cost - just over 11 thousand rubles. With a 4.5-inch display, shock-resistant casing and a decent 5-megapixel camera, the smartphone is a must-have accessory for those who prefer an active lifestyle. Due to its performance, it is ideally suited for hiking, fishing and other similar activities.
Some characteristics of the device: 1.3 GHz MTK6572 Dual Core processor, RAM - 512 MB, flash drive - 4 GB, expandable up to 32 GB, OS - Android 4.2, 960x540 pixels - display resolution. Equipped with Bluetooth, GPS, Wi-Fi. Battery - 3000mAh, talk time - up to five hours, standby - 150 hours. The rear camera is 5 megapixels, the front one is 2 megapixels.
Rugged smartphone model Knight XV Quad-Core
This device is an incredibly popular and stylish shock-resistant smartphone with impressive performance. The manufacturer was inspired by the famous luxury SUV Conquest Vehicles to create this model. The result is a device that combines the ultimate in security, performance and style. Knight XV fully complies with the international IP68 standard, at a depth of more than one meter it can work for a long time. In addition, it complies with MIL-STD 810G - a military standard, absolutely not afraid of drops and shocks, pressure and temperature drops, exposure to many chemicals.
Powered by Mediatek MT6589-platform, which is maximally adapted for rugged phones. Each of its cores has a frequency of 1.5 GHz. Display - 4.3 inches, resolution - 540x960 pixels. Fantastic image quality is obtained thanks to the IPS-matrix and high level of color reproduction. The rear camera is one of the most powerful in such devices - 13 megapixels, which allows you to take photos at 4096x3072 pixels and record Full HD video.
Technical characteristics of the device Knight XV Quad-Core
As you can see, we have before us a very sophisticated and advanced shock-resistant Android smartphone. In addition to the characteristics that are outlined above, Knight XV boasts the following: support for two SIM cards, WCDMA networks, a 2000 mAh battery (two are included), RAM - 1024 MB, built-in - 16 GB, support for GPS and A- GPS, weighing 170 grams, dimensions 70x137.3x15 mm.
At the end of the review of this gadget, it should be noted that in the fall of 2013, when it was released, it was one of the coolest protected devices, since there was not much choice at that time. Now he is a little lost among a variety of new products, but so far it occupies a worthy place in the sales market.
Conclusion
You must understand that the task of choosing the best shock-resistant smartphone is very difficult and, probably, insoluble. For a very simple reason - the creator of such a universal device will very quickly become a monopoly among all manufacturers, and most consumers will prefer to purchase only his products. This is practically impossible in market conditions.
Therefore, one device is maximally shock-resistant and well waterproof, the other, on the contrary, is maximally waterproof and shock-resistant enough, and so on. So decide what you need more and decide which one to buy.
The bulletproof Runbo X5, the giant Sony Xperia Z Ultra and the stylish HTC J Butterfly - Pavel Gorodnitsky has compiled a digest of the most durable mobile devices.
Sony Xperia Go
The most budget holder of the IP67 dust and water resistance certificate is made in Japan - Sony has closed a whole niche with its versatile and inexpensive, forcing competitors to look for free zones in other price categories.
Reliable and lightweight gadget is equipped with a five-megapixel camera, a dual-core proprietary processor with a frequency of 1 GHz and 4 GB of internal memory. However, there is also an expansion slot - installing a microSD card will allow you to load another 32 GB of various content into your smartphone.
A 1300 mAh battery would look weak in flagship devices with high-definition displays, but for a resolution of 320x480 (diagonal - 3.5 inches) this volume is quite enough. Sony Xperia Go is relevant both for lovers of tourist expeditions (the charge can be easily stretched for 3 daylight hours) and for those who are used to seeing their phone in perfect store condition. The average price of the device is 8000 rubles, which is quite a bit for such a balanced and compact device.
Samsung Galaxy S4 Active
Sometimes the Korean company acts as a trendsetter (take at least the first Galaxy Note), but more often it competently adopts the ideas of other vendors. So it happened in 2013 - as soon as Sony flooded the market with protected devices, the main antagonist of Apple began to develop its creation intended for cruel use.
Already in June 2013, it was announced - a nice smartphone with a five-inch FullHD-display, a quad-core chipset from Qualcomm (frequency - 1.9 GHz) and a 2600 mAh battery. The novelty was equipped with an eight-megapixel camera, two gigabytes of RAM and physical buttons.
The casing of the product has an IP67 standard, which means that no dust can get inside the device. Galaxy S4 Active water treatments are also not contraindicated: the smartphone can be lowered to a depth of up to a meter for several minutes.
The gadget weighs 151 grams and is able to control home appliances thanks to the infrared port. The average cost is about 23,000 rubles, but the most ambitious buyers will be able to find the Galaxy S4 Active for 19,000 in Russian currency.
Sony Xperia Z Ultra
One can talk for a very long time about the advantages and ways of using this tablet-like device. - a stylish and slim device with a 6.44-inch display (you press whatever you want - from a match to a toothpick, from a pencil to a special stylus) is equipped with a powerful filling (a processor with four cores and a frequency of 2.2 GHz), a tolerable battery and an 8-megapixel camera.
They like to blame Sony for faded screens, flaws in proprietary interfaces and a desire for minimalism, but this time the Japanese have got an excellent smartphone, the indisputable advantage of which is its invulnerability. If dust gets into the case, it will not affect the operation of the Android-phablet, and moisture will not be able to penetrate into the bins of the Xperia Z Ultra at all.
Strong, large, multifunctional, productive and multimedia - these five characteristics indicate that the price of Ultra (about 26,000 rubles) is more than justified.
Htc j butterfly
The number of strategic miscalculations of HTC in 2013 reached its all-time high - the mistakes of the Taiwanese vendor can be devoted to a separate article, which will include the story with ultrapixels, the failure with the fingerprint sensor, illogical pricing and weak PR of the wonderful smartphone HTC Butterfly.
Butterfly was advertised grudgingly, making room for the pretentious HTC One. As a result, HTC managers talked about the wonderful camera of the "one", but did not bother to highlight the harmonious and waterproof.
In addition to its attractive appearance and protection against water penetration, the five-inch gadget can shoot video at a frequency of 30 frames per second, run heavy games (4 cores and a frequency of 1.5 GHz) and provide comfort in video conferencing (front camera - 2 megapixels). The disadvantage of the device is standard, bold and indisputable - a 2020 mAh battery lasts a little less than three hours of hyperactive work (constant work in resource-intensive applications).
HTC J Butterfly is hard to find, but it is still possible: the “butterfly” is on sale for 20,000 rubles.
LG Optimus GJ
It is believed that LG specializes in creating sleek rectangular smartphones with the perfect interface for writing short reminder notes. This stereotype is close to the harsh reality - the South Korean manufacturer really has enough lines with devices of different levels, but with a synonymous design.
The body of this brilliant smartphone (look at the archaic antenna!) Will withstand shocks, falls, flights and other natural disasters. An elegant navigation key, two SIM slots, weight 340 grams, thickness - 25 millimeters, a 3800 mAh battery (!), A volume sensor and a built-in radio (!!!) - all these indicators make Runbo X5 a gadget for the elite.
For the sake of respect, we list other parameters - a dual-core processor from MediaTek (frequency - 1 GHz), a gigabyte of RAM, a 4.3-inch display, an eight-megapixel camera with autofocus, Android 4.0 and a built-in barometer.
A work of art called Runbo X5 will cost the buyer 17,000 rubles.
Preserver Series
“And what about us?” - the owners of the iPhone think sadly, realizing that the release of a secure smartphone on iOS 7 will take place with approximately the same degree of probability as the victory of the Gabon national team at the World Cup.
Engineers from Otterbox decided to complicate the life of services (yes, by doing so, which every day change dozens of displays, microphones and back panels of "apple" gadgets) and released cases of the Preserver Series line, transforming the iPhone if not into Runbo X5 (it is incomparable), then at least in a durable and hardy device that does not crack after falling from a height of two meters and does not die after a half-hour dive to a depth of up to a meter.
The most surprising thing is that the accessory does not limit the Touch ID functionality on the iPhone 5S: the craftsmen from Otterbox have built the design in such a way that water does not enter the case through the small holes located next to the fingerprint scanner.
For just $ 90, an iPhone 5, iPhone 5C or iPhone 5S transforms into an invulnerable (albeit less aesthetic) device.
In our daily life, the mobile phone has firmly established its position as an indispensable and necessary communication device. It is no longer a luxury item as it was 10 - 15 years ago. With the development of technology, the mobile phone has evolved from conventional push-button bulky and heavy-weight devices to ultra-thin and light fellows with touch control.
But with the movement of progress, shockproof and waterproof phones began to appear. An indestructible mobile phone, first of all, is in great demand among people leading an active or extreme way of life, as well as working as a security guard or rescuer.
Protected phone: how to choose, advantages and disadvantages
At the beginning, when choosing a phone, you need to decide on the functionality of the device: you need a modern one with a wide range of useful functions and applications, or a conventional push-button version with basic options will suffice. The cost and further choice of a mobile phone brand will depend on this choice, because not all companies specialize in the production of telephony in a push-button version and with touch control. Depending on the manufacturer, this equipment has advantages over conventional devices and their counterparts.
The main advantages of helping to survive any extreme situations that indestructible mobile phones have:
- the ability to withstand falls onto concrete from a height of more than one meter;
- resistance to prolonged vibrations;
- the possibility of long-term immersion in water to a depth of one meter;
- armor of the screen that can withstand any mechanical damage: scratches, chips, cracks, etc.
But having the advantages of their performance, they are also not deprived of disadvantages:
- the price is an order of magnitude higher compared to conventional mobile phones;
- rough and angular body shape;
- large overall dimensions;
- relatively heavy weight.
Attention! When choosing a device, it is also necessary to pay attention to the IP security class. This classification determines the level of security of mobile telephony.
IP degree of protection. Detailed classification
All over the world, a unified classification of the protection of electrical equipment IP (Ingress Protection Rating, translated from English - the level of protection) has been established. It classifies the level of dust and water protection and complies with the international standard IEC 60529.
According to this classification, electrical equipment is marked with IPXX (XX - two digits), which first indicates the degree of resistance to dust and other foreign bodies, and then the level of protection against water ingress. The detailed classification is presented below:
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Dust proof |
Moisture proof |
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| Zero security level | IPX0 | Zero security level | |
| Protection against foreign bodies larger than 50 mm | Protection against wicking of vertically falling water | ||
| Protection against foreign bodies larger than 12.5 mm | Protection against water directed at an angle of 15 ° | ||
| Protection against foreign bodies larger than 2.5 mm | Protected against water falling at an angle of 60 ° | ||
| Protection against foreign bodies larger than 1 mm | Water resistant at any angle | ||
| 75% dustproof | Protection from a weak stream up to 3 minutes | ||
| 100% dustproof | Protection from sea water, strong flows for more than 3 minutes | ||
| It is possible to immerse in water up to 1 m for 30 minutes. | |||
| Stable performance in water at a depth of more than 1 m for an unlimited time | |||
Accordingly, the protection class IP 68 - complete protection of your mobile phone from dust and water seepage when the device is immersed to a depth of more than one meter, ensuring stable operation for an unlimited time.
Shockproof properties do not have such a clear classification, and it is possible to judge the model's resistance to any type of mechanical damage based on the results of crash tests and consumer reviews. However, the design of the device is designed in such a way that it will reliably protect your mobile phone from accidental drops from a height of less than one meter.
Accumulator battery
In addition to reliable protection against shock and moisture, an indestructible phone must have a good high-capacity battery. that have many useful applications in their arsenal: compass, thermal imager, walkie-talkie, GPS module, etc., consume a lot of energy and require maximum capacity (mA / h) for certain dimensions.
Advice. In addition to capacity, an important parameter is the duration of battery life and continuous conversation.
Protective glass
The glass that protects the screen of a phone and especially a smartphone must be resistant to scratches, cracks and other mechanical damage. For devices with a high level of protection, it must have a three-layer structure: the upper and lower layers are tempered high-strength glass, the inner layer is a polyethylene film with high tear resistance. This design is called triplex. Armored glass can also have an outer glass that can withstand high temperatures.
Rugged phones rating 2016 - 2017
The pioneer in the production of mobile telephony with an increased level of protection was the Sonim company. But releasing only push-button models with a basic set of functions, it could not compete with other manufacturers, who topped the rating of unkillable phones. Below is the ranking of the top 5 best phones 2016 - 2017:
Advice. When choosing a phone, first of all, be guided by your needs and conditions of intended use.
Shockproof and waterproof mobile phone will function stably in any extreme situations. You can always be sure of its reliability, you will stay in touch in any situation.
Checking a shockproof waterproof phone - video
