While rugged cases once served a clear purpose, they may no longer be the best choice for most users. Smartphones are becoming more durable with each passing year as manufacturers invest in better designs and stronger materials. So here’s why rugged cases don’t make sense anymore.

Modern Smartphones Are Built to Last

Smartphone makers are using tougher and premium materials on their new smartphones, especially the higher end models. Buyers typically buy rugged cases for smartphones that they’ve spent a lot on. However, these devices feature Corning’s Gorilla Glass technology, ceramic shield, and metallic frames like aluminum or even titanium.

There are even waterproof covers being sold, but most flagships arrive with an IP68 rating that confirms a dust tight design, serving being submerged under up to 1.5 meters of water for 30 minutes. So adding a bulky rugged case is just overkill and takes the appeal away from a well-designed smartphone.

Bulky Cases Are Inconvenient

Putting on a rugged case can lead to the smartphone becoming almost twice as thick. It also makes the device heftier as well. Premium phones can weigh over 200 grams, so these extra durable cases just make them as heavy as a brick (not literally). Flagship smartphones are built with sleek bodies and extreme precision, and a bulky case just ruins all of its appeal. People go for these cases to keep their smartphones as good as new, but what’s the point of owning such a device if you never get to enjoy it. Some would argue that it helps retain the resale value, although not a lot of people avail such deals.

When Rugged Case Actually Make Sense

While rugged cases don’t make sense for everyone, they are ideal for people who work in rough environments or those who frequently take their phones on rugged outdoor adventures. In these situations, the added protection may be worth the trade-offs. But for most users, a standard case with basic drop protection offers more than enough safety for everyday use. We can even consider people with butter fingers to be fair. If you’re one of those who constantly drop their phones, you might as well get the extra protection.

Conclusion

Unless you work in tough environments or are struggling with large phones, a rugged case might not be necessary for you. Modern smartphones are built to last and a simple slimmer case might help you save on those annoying dents and scratches. You can save yourself from a bulky armored phone and just choose a simple lighter case that doesn’t take away from the phone’s sleek design. If you want to read more hot takes, click here to check out why flip phones are better than iPhones.

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Apple is expected to launch the next-generation Apple Watch Series 8 in the coming months along with that, the company will also announce a high-end Apple Watch Pro, a first rugged smartwatch from the brand.

Now, the latest report coming from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the upcoming Apple Watch Pro will come with a revamped design, and the smartwatch won’t feature the same square-shaped looked as found in the previous wearables from Apple.

In the latest Power On newsletter, Mark Gurman has said that the high-end Apple Watch launching later this year will come with bigger screen size, and it will not be suitable for everyone, and only a subset of customers will be comfortable with it. The device is said to have around a seven percent larger screen compared to the Watch Series 7 models.

As for the redesign, he says that the design of the new smartwatch isn’t circular in shape nor squared-off. It is expected to come with a design that Mark Gurman describes as an evolution of the current rectangular shape.

To make the wearable rugged, the company has reportedly opted for a more durable formulation of titanium for the body. Along with some advanced features related to health and fitness, the device is expected to feature longer battery life that could last multiple days on a single charge using a new Low Power Mode.

The Apple Watch Series 8 and the new rugged Apple Watch Pro are expected to go official later this year, along with the new Apple iPhone 14 series. This means that we still have a couple of months to get more details about the upcoming smartwatches from Apple.

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Apple is expected to launch the next-generation Apple Watch lineup in the coming months along with the iPhone 14 series smartphones. The company is expected to launch a rugged version of the smartwatch along with the Watch Series 8 and Watch SE.

Now, a new report from Mark Gurman of Bloomberg in the Power On newsletter has revealed the pricing details of the upcoming Apple Watch Pro Rugged Edition.

As per the report, the upcoming rugged version of the Apple Watch will be priced somewhere around $999 or $999, which is similar to the starting price of the Apple iPhone 13 Pro. The company currently has the Watch Edition priced at $849, which is expected to retire after the launch of this rugged version.

Based on the reports so far, the Apple Watch rugged version will come with a 2-inch display and the casing should be 46mm or 47mm. This makes the display on the wearable device about seven percent larger than the rumored screen of 1.9-inch on the Watch Series 8.

The shatter-proof display is expected to offer a screen resolution of 410 x 502 pixels. It will be running the latest watchOS 9 operating system and will come with more options for workout tracking and overall improvements to the system.

Samsung is also working on a high-end smartwatch with a sapphire display and a larger capacity battery, having a titanium body and a temperature sensor. It will be interesting to see which smartwatch among these two takes the top spot.

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UMIDIGI is launching its latest flagship the BISON 2 series. This better and upgraded version of the Bison series will be available globally on AliExpress from 27 June 2022. 

The series comes with two smartphones viz. UMIDIGI Bison 2 and Bison 2 Pro. Both smartphones are built to work in extreme and harsh outdoor conditions with differences being the body finish and memory options. 

UMIDIGI Bison 2 comes with 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage and features a composite finish whereas the Bison 2 Pro comes with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage and is made of industrial-grade rubber material. Apart from these two differences both the Bison 2 and Bison 2 Pro are almost similar in specs. 

Both UMIDIGI Bison 2 and Bison 2 Pro are powered by the MediaTek Helio P20 Octa-Core processor and feature a 6.5-inch HD+ dot-in display which gives you a high-quality visual experience. The Bison 2 series features an AI triple rear camera setup with a 48MP main camera, 16MP ultra-wide angle, and 5MP macro sensors. For your selfies, you have a 24MP sensor in the front. 

Both the smartphones are fueled by a massive 6150mAh battery and support 18W fast charging. The Bison series is known for its ruggedness and hence comes with IP68/69K and MIL-STD-810G certifications that make them waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof. This makes it a great option for people who work and spend time outdoors like adventure enthusiasts, globe trotters, and outdoor workers. 

Both Bison 2 and Bison 2 Pro run on the latest Android 12 OS and come with interesting features like multifunctional NFC, wireless FM, ejector-free SIM card tray, power button/ fingerprint sensor, Type-C port, etc.

UMIDIGI Bison 2 series world premiere sale will start on 27 June 2022. Under this global sale, you can buy the Bison 2 Rugged smartphone for a discounted price of $169.99 while the Bison 2 Pro is available for $199.99 only. Please note that this is a limited-time world premiere offer, after which the prices will rise for both phones. 

GLOBAL GIVEAWAY:

To warm up the sale of the BISON 2 series, UMIDIGI has started a new giveaway on their official Facebook page. The giveaway is still in progress. If you are interested, you can join in and learn more on UMIDIGI’s official website.

Please note that the above price is region-specific and the final price may vary according to your shipping region, warehouse, and regional taxes.  

For more information on such exciting deals and offers check out our deals hub.

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Asus has just quietly released three new entry level laptops that are a part of a new Chromebook series. These laptops include the Chromebook CX1 (CX1101), Chromebook CR1 (CR1100), and the Chromebook Flip CR1 (CR1100) convertible.

Each of the three new Chromebooks feature an 11.6 inch display and are positioned at the budget segment (Via Liliputing). Talking the CX1 first, the notebook is listed under the company’s series of “At home” products and features an Intel Gemini Lake processor and even arrives with a military grade durability rated design as well. On the other hand, the two Chrombook CR1 series laptops are targeted towards students and have the newer Intel Jasper lake processors.

All three models feature an 11.6 inch display along with a resolution of 1366x768px. Although, only the CX1 and CR1 feature anti glare. Meanwhile, the Flip CR1 offers a glossy touch screen and a 360 degree hinge that even supports a stylus. The maximum brightness on all three models differ, with the CX1 offering 200 nits, 220 nits on the base CR1, and the Flip variant offering the highest 250 nits. Under the hood, the CX1 is powered by either a dual core Celeron N4020 or a quad core Celeron N4120.

The two CR1 models feature the dual core Celeron N4500 or the Pentium Silver N6000 quad core processor. For memory, the CX1 is available in either 4GB or 8GB of LPDDR4 RAM that is not upgradeable, while the CR1 models feature 4GB or 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM that is also not upgradeable. The three new laptops all offer up to 64GB of internal storage as well. Interestingly, the Flip CR1 offers an 8 megapixel world facing camera as well as a 720p webcam, while the other two laptops only offer the webcam.

You get the usual selection of USB 3.2 Type C and Type A ports along with a headphone jack and microSD card reader on all three laptops, but for connectivity, only the CR1 series offers WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and an optional 4G LTE support. The CX1 offers the older WiFi 5 standard and up to Bluetooth 5.1. Unfortunately, the pricing of these laptops are currently unknown and it is unclear when exactly these models will be available for purchase.

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DOOGEE S95 Pro

This is not the golden age of mainstream smartphones anymore. The crazy time of smartphones may have long gone – now its the time of smartphones with incremental updates.

However, the segment of rugged smartphones is rising up. There is no certain standard dictating how a rugged smartphone should look like. From this point, DOOGEE is definitely on the top of the range with its latest modular rugged phone, DOOGEE S95 Pro. If the DOOGEE smartphone is just waterproof, shockproof and scratchproof, I wouldn’t be impressed. But the most attractive feature of the S95 Pro are the attached modular components.

DOOGEE S95 Pro Review: Design

DOOGEE is one of the most prolific rugged phone producers. After upgrade over the past few years, it has developed a unique design on its rugged devices. Especially for the DOOGEE S95 Pro, compared to most large rugged phones, DOOGEE has worked to refine its smartphone design by making it relatively lightweight (284g) with an extremely tough built. But for a rugged phone, thin body size is not the priority. The S95 Pro is armed with a solid metal frame and special rubber sheet which was claimed as ‘industry-leading’ rubber protection. Such a combination of metal frame and rubber protection allows users to enter extreme conditions – without worry.

There are two SIM slots on both sides of the phone frame. One is simply applied for SIM card, and the other one can be taken for either a second SIM card or a micro-SD card as external storage. Below the SIM1 slot, there is a sequence of buttons including volume buttons, a power button, and another fingerprint recognition sensor. The military-style of the rear design brings a unified and clear production positioning for the device. The S95 is rated IP68/IP69K, which is on top of the usual dust and water resistance. And it also has MIL-STD-810G certification.

In addition to this, the S95 Pro equipped triple rear cameras, including a Sony IMX 582 48MP camera, an 8MP ultrawide camera (117°) and 8MP depth sensor. As a module phone, it has a magnetic module port for attaching the official modules. So far, the DOOGEE has developed a speaker module and another power module.

DOOGEE S95 Pro Review: Display

The S95 Pro features a 6.3-inch screen with a 2160 x 1080 pixel resolution and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 covered. And it supports a MiraVision tuning, which allows users to tailor picture quality based on their needs, and further choose Picture/User Mode by themselves.

Hardware

The S95 Pro equipped an MTK Helio P90 Soc, which is considered as a worthy opponent of the Snapdragon 710. And it offers 8GB RAM and 128GB Samsung UFS 2.0 storage, which is not as fast as the UFS3.0 used in 2020 flagships, but still better than the eMMC storage used in other mid-rangers.

Speaker Module & Power Module

Like the other rugged phones, the 5150mAh large battery is necessary for long-lasting endurance when facing an awful situation. After seeing some rugged phones with even 10000mAh, the S95 Pro’s battery capacity may not be surprising. However, the attachable 3850mAh battery pack and the size-down body provides another solution. The phone can fast-charge at up to 24W.

The speaker module has two 27mm speakers and a kickstand to prop up the phone. No need to worry about power consumption as the separate battery inside can last for around 10 hours. A noteworthy detail is that the speaker module will cover the phone’s camera while the power pack will not, which is much reasonable as we can imagine what scenarios users will put these two on. But these modules are not as waterproof or shock resistant as the phone is, so pay attention not to drop them on the ground or in the water.

Use experience

The S95 Pro runs the Android 9.0 Pie system, which is kind of disappointing. The system was updated to February 10, 2020, with the January 5, 2020 security patch level. As for its performance, it’s known that most Rugged phones cannot be compared to the performance of mainstream flagships and the S95 Pro is no exception. However, with Helio P90 onboard the S95 Pro is still one of the most powerful rugged smartphones. Helio P90 is pretty good for the device, after all, a rugged phone’s priority is always its toughness and its capacity of adapting to different bad conditions.

In our daily use, it did match our expectations of a top rugged phone. The rubber protected the machine well when accidentally dropping the phone on the ground. Especially the thickened rubber of four corners could sustain the impact of dropping and not even hit the display. Then we exposed it in the rain for over an hour and it came out fine.

Cameras

We took some photos with the S95 Pro. The 48MP primary camera can produce relatively true colors with a good resolution. The wide-angle samples could reach a wider angle but still, need to improve the anti-distortion. Just look at the samples and see whether it met your needs.

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Conclusion

The S95 Pro is an excellent rugged phone that can handle extreme conditions. But what’s more surprising is its modular capability that expands its features. There are even some interesting ways to make good use of the module set. For example, connect to the computer with the speaker module and turn it as MIDI.

With an affordable price tag, the S95 Pro is not just another alternative to a primary smartphone. It is an ideal choice for those who enjoy outdoor activities or have to work outdoors, such as adventure enthusiasts or construction workers.

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Ulefone is a well-established brand in the rugged smartphone market and its latest flagship -Armor 7- not only can withstand extreme working conditions but is a great performer too. Of course, there are other famous brands on the market as well and today’s video puts Armor 7 against the famous CAT S61. Let’s check out how the 2 rugged flagships performed in the video down below.

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Ulefone’s Armor 7 sports the Helio P90 SoC backed by 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage and this bundle achieves a score of 210472 points in AnTuTu Benchmark test, 2 times higher than its famous opponent. App launching and multitasking is much faster and smooth on Armor 7 compared to CAT S61 and even large games like Arena of Valor and PUBG run without and hiccups. Also, Armor 7’s camera performance is far superior to that on the S61 as it comes with a triple rear camera with 48MP main sensor that captures detailed photos with lower noise and bright colors, close to the original subject. On the other hand, the result on CAT S61 seems a bit dim. The overall user experience is superior on the Armor 7.

Lastly, there’s another field where the Armor 7 excels in: price. It currently is on sale on Aliexpress selling at just $369.99 whereas its opponent’s original price is $999, almost triple! It’s clear that famous brands aren’t always the best choice. If you are interested, you can grab the Armor 7 on Aliepxress. For more details about the company and its other products, check out their official website.

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Ulefone Armor X6 belongs to the entry-level rugged smartphone series of the Chinese manufacturer and so far, we’ve seen it go through various durability tests that have to do with water and drop resistance. Today, the company released a crazy test showing the Armor X6 being stepped over by a car! Let’s see what happened.

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As you can see in the video, the car’s wheel passes many times over the Armor X6 and still, the device remains fully functional and in one piece! Neither the body nor the screen got any cracks or any other kind of damages. It seems that the MIL-STD-810G certification does its job well.

As for the rest of its specs, these include a power-efficient 4-core SoC backed by 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage. Also, there is a big, 4000mAh battery and a 5″ HD display. On the camera department, there’s a dual camera on the back with 8MP/5MP setup and a 2MP selfie shooter that supports face unlock. Of course, it’s a dual-SIM/dual-standby device and comes with Android 9 Pie.

If you are an outdoor enthusiast or just want a durable smartphone for everyday use, Armor X6 should be taken under consideration, especially now that it sells at just $69.99 on Aliexpress. To check out the rest of the company’s product lineup, visit their official website.

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The latest rugged smartphone from Ulefone -Armor X6- is another device from the Chinese manufacturer that features IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810G certifications so it’s quite suitable for active users who do outdoor sports or work in a difficult environment. To showcase how much durable is the device, released a fun test video to demonstrate whether the phone can survive in extreme temperatures. Let’s see what happened.

As you can see in the video, Armor X6 was repeatedly soaked in up to 98℃ boiling water, and there was no accidental shutdown occurred and the phone functioned normally. Also, they put the phone in a tank full of water and then placed it in the fridge at -20℃ for over 20 hours. The Armor X6 was still able to receive calls even though it was frozen and that is really impressive.

Besides its rugged characteristics, the phone also has balanced specs that include a quad-core SoC backed by 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage. What’s more, it sports a 5″ HD display, a 4000mAh battery, 8MP rear camera, face unlock, dual SIM dual standby, Android 9.0 OS and more.

Being an entry-level rugged phone, it currently sells at the promotional price of just $69.99 on Aliexpress. To see all the device’s specs, visit the official product page here.

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Rugged phones are a bit misunderstood as in early days, besides a durable chassis, there was nothing worth noting. That’s all in the past now as rugged smartphone manufacturers equip their devices with everything a modern smartphone should have. Including a decent camera. Two weeks ago, Ulefone uploaded a video demonstrating the camera performance of the Ulefone Armor 6S. Let’s check it out.

Hardware-wise, Armor 6S comes with a dual rear camera featuring a 16MP main camera and an 8MP secondary sensor. Also, it supports different modes including Mono Mode, Aperture Mode, and Pro Mode, to give the user more choices when shooting a photo. The Pro Mode enables you to freely adjust the white balance, ISO, and exposure, and if you are familiar with these terms you should get an excellent result. On the front, the phone hosts an 8MP selfie shooter with the ability to take beautiful and natural selfies.

What’s more, apart from the camera specs, Armor 6S is pretty powerful overall as it packs the Helio P70 SoC backed by 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The display is a 6.2″ FHD+ IPS notch display for an immersive visual experience while there’s also wireless charging, fingerprint and face unlock, global network support, NFC with Google Pay, Android 9.0 Pie OS and more.

As we speak, the Ulefone Armor 6S is on promotion over at Aliexpress for just $269.49. A big discount compared to its official price so you can visit the product page here and grab yours. For more Ulefone devices, you can check out their official website.

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The Ulefone Armor X6 isn’t new in the market. The super-budget rugged phone has shown up in a lot of durability test videos and today Ulefone released a new video to demonstrate the phone’s battery performance. Let’s check it out.

Featuring a low-consumption CPU and a hefty 4000mAh battery, the Armor X6 should take you through the day easily. As you can see in the video, after 2 hours of heavy use that included 30min use of each actions like phone calls, music playback, movie playback, and online gaming, the battery went down by just 11%. If we do the math, the phone can go on for more than 18 hours on a single charge! For an average user, this means about 4 days on a single charge so no worries of being out of power when you are out.

Besides the big battery, the Armor X6 comes with a quad-core power-efficient SoC backed by 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage. In addition, there is a 5″ HD display, an 8MP rear camera and a 5MP selfie shooter that is also used for face unlock, dual-SIM/dual-standby support, Android 9 Pie, etc. Its price right now is just $69.99 and you can see all the details and order it on Aliexpress. To see more Ulefone models, visit their official website.

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Blackview is one of those Chinese manufacturers that are not afraid to innovate and take risks that are necessary when competing in such a demanding market as the smartphone market is. Many excellent rugged phones came to the market thanks to Blackview and in the upcoming MWC 2020 in Barcelona on February 24th, the company will introduce a MediaTek Dimensity 1000 5G model and a new flagship device! No more details are disclosed for the time being but we’re already intrigued by the world’s 1st 5G rugged phone and the mystery flagship.

At the same time, those who will be attending the show will have the chance to get to know some of the new products that Blackview has already unveiled.

Blackview BV6900

The BV6900 is a successor to the BV6800 Pro which was introduced in 2018, and this is, needless to say, a rugged smartphone with better features. Of course, the BV6900 looks different from its predecessor.

Blackview BV6300 Pro

The BV6300 Pro features a slim body and rugged design. Different from most rugged phones in the market, you can expect it to be lightweight and pocket-friendly. It is the perfect device for someone to enter the rugged smartphone market.

Blackview A80

Besides from rugged phones, the company also produces casual smartphones and the Blackview A80 is one of them. Like the A80 Pro, this too will be coming with a quad-camera setup and according to information, the price will be very friendly.

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In addition, some of Blackview’s old popular models will also take part in this exhibition, including the latest BV9900, the A80 Pro, as well as the BV9800 Pro with integrated FLIR® Lepton® and Sony® 48MP camera. What’s more, Blackview will have an exhibition area set especially for those who want to experience the advanced thermal imaging technology. Keep February 24 in mind and check the Blackview booth No.7A1 in the MWC 2020 in Barcelona on that day.

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Traveling is an exciting hobby or an exciting job if you are doing it for a living. And nowadays, a traveler’s smartphone is his most vital accessory as it allows contact with your loved ones, send/receive emails, book flights, do currency conversion, find your way, etc. The KingKong Mini that was released by Cubot this year would be a perfect companion on your trips according to the company that lists 5 most important features to convince you of that statement.

Small display

We are in the “big phones” era for many years now and the average screen size keeps increasing, especially now that manufacturers found a way to reduce or eliminate bezels. The KingKong Mini moves towards the opposite direction as it comes with a 4″ display that is easily controlled with one hand and it also fits in every pocket size.

Rugged smartphone

Besides its small size, the phone also comes with rugged characteristics. The rugged body makes it almost indestructible when dropped from a few feet high and it also provides waterproofing. It works almost anywhere and under any conditions.

Lightweight

KingKong Mini’s weight is just 123g and it easily beats almost every other smartphone in the market. The low weight not only makes it easy to carry around but also doesn’t hurt your hand if you use it for many hours continuously.

KingKong Mini specs

Under the rugged case, the KingKong Mini comes with an adequately powerful configuration that includes the MediaTek MT671(A22) SoC backed by 3GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage, enough for smooth multitasking. Of course, it is a 4G/LTE phone with WiFi and Bluetooth support, GPS support as well as NFC support, a feature many well-known Chinese manufacturers neglect.

Sensors

Besides the basic hardware, the device also features some very useful sensors the accelerometer that is used to track your steps, a Gyroscope that will offer you incredible 360-degree image spheres, and a Magnetometer that is used by Google Maps and other compass apps to figure out which way you are facing.

Lastly, it comes with dual SIM slots so that you can use 2 different SIM cards at the same time as well as a microSD slot to expand the storage space of the phone.

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Information about the Blackview BV9900 was leaked in early November and until this week no more news were available. That was until 3 days ago that the Chinese manufacturer would launch the new flagship on December 6th. So, here we are today and the BV9900 is live bringing amazing photography to rugged phones.

The phone’s killer feature is its quad camera setup on the back that sports a Sony® 48MP main sensor. But that’s not what makes it a flagship. On the inside lies the MediaTek Helio P90 AI SoC bundled with 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB of fast UFS 2.1 storage. In addition, it breaks the trend of huge displays and comes with a compact 5.84’’ FHD+ screen with waterdrop notch and Gorilla Glass 5 on top. Also, it supports global network bands and can function in temperatures as low as -30℃.

The Blackview BV9900 is officially launched and it will go in global sale on December 23rd exclusively on Aliexpress for just $329.99! On the same day, the first business and sport smartwatch of the company, BV-SW02, will also be available for purchase. You can add the BV9900 and the smartwatch to your cart now to be ready when the sale starts. Lastly, you can participate in the global Giveaway of 10 units of Blackview BV9900 here!

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The latest rugged flagship of Ulefone -Armor 7- is already on the market for some time now. The Armor 7 features a 48MP triple rear camera with AI support, night shot, and telephoto lens as well as a 16MP selfie shooter. Today, the Chinese manufacturer released a video to demonstrate the phone’s camera capabilities. Let’s watch it.

In the video we can see the main camera having a pretty decent dynamic range and colors are very close to the original. The 48MP sensor offers detailed photos with low noise and even if you zoom in, photos come out just fine. Also, the AI scene recognition can intelligently detect many kinds of scenes and automatically adjust the brightness, contrast, and saturation, making shooting effortless.

The 16MP Night Shot camera isn’t bad either. Of course, it can’t reach expensive flagship cameras but it gets the job done thanks to the pixel binning of the 48MP sensor that combines 4 pixels into 1 to allow more light in. What’s more, the selfie shooter is average with nice colors and details but with the beauty mode on, some details are missing due to the smoothing effect it applies on the skin. So, if you like natural and real photos, we suggest you take selfies using the normal mode.

As for the video recording, Armor 7 supports up to 4K and also features slow-motion, time-lapse, pro mode, underwater camera mode, GIF etc. Pretty neat for an affordable and rugged flagship that sports the Helio P90 AI SoC bundled with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Also, the big 5500mAh battery, NFC with Google Pay, global network bands support, quad positioning system, and Android 9 Pie.

Right now, Armor 7 is on sale over at Aliexpress and Banggood with a discounted price of $369.99. If you are interested, go ahead and grab one. For more details, visit the Ulefone official website.

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As the mobile industry’s next big thing is 5G adoption and extension, MediaTek released today its new 5G flagship SoC – Dimensity 1000 in Shenzhen. Also, the Chinese rugged phone manufacturer Ulefone revealed that they will be bringing 5G to rugged phones in 2020 using MediaTek’s new SoC.

This year was the year that the commercial use of 5G kicked off and operators in many countries around the world are beginning to upgrade their infrastructure to move to the future of wireless communications. Also, many smartphone manufacturers began launching 5G-capable smartphones. The lead on 5G smartphones is currently taken by Samsung’s Note 10 Series and Huawei’s Mate 30 Series but there is no 5G rugged smartphone on the market. Ulefone had already announced the Armor 6 5G version but was canceled as the MediaTek M70 5G modem didn’t make it to the market.

The just-announced Dimensity 1000 is the 3rd 5G SoC on the market and is manufactured with TSMC’s 7nm production process. It comes with the latest ARM Cortex-A77 cores operating at up to 2.6 GHz and -according to the company- the overall performance is even faster than Huawei’s new Kirin 990. The GPU used is Mali G77 and supports FHD+ displays up to 120Hz and 2K+ displays up to 90Hz.

As for the networks supported, Dimensity 1000 supports NSA/SA 5G networks and 5G two carrier aggregation (2CC CA), the downlink/uplink speeds are up to 4.7Gbps/2.5Gbps over sub-6GHz networks, 2 times higher than Kirin 990 SoC. Demensity 1000 is also the world’s first 5G flagship chipset which supports dual 5G SIM/dual standby, and it also integrates the latest Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1+ standards!

Also, coming with the world’s 1st five-core image signal processor (ISP), Dimensity 1000 supports 80MP cameras sensors at 24fps and a range of multi-camera options such as 32+16MP dual cameras. The rest of Ulefone’s new device specs are yet to be revealed. After all, it is too soon but judging from the company’s previous record in rugged phones, we believe that the upcoming 5G rugged phone will bring consumers an unprecedented rugged 5G experience.

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Ulefone is very proud of its latest rugged flagship, Armor 7, and their confidence is that it’s the best rugged phone out there. So, in order to demonstrate its rugged features, the company is making a series of videos putting the device through various tests. The previous test was about its drop resistance and this time the Armor 7 goes through tests that prove its waterproofing.

As you can see, the phone survived all the tests it was put through, including water washing, rain splashing, dipping in the sea, scouring by water on the beach, etc. In addition, you can see the diver shooting video underwater.

The Ulefone Armor 7 is equipped with the Helio P90 AI SoC paired with 8GB of RAM plus 128GB of internal storage. The phone is equipped with a 48MP/16MP/8MP triple rear camera and a 16MP selfie shooter. Also, it comes with a 6.3″ FHD+ waterdrop screen while the rest of the main specs include a big 5500mAh big battery with Qi 10W wireless charging, fingerprint and face unlock, global network bands, NFC with Google Pay, and Android 9 Pie.

The phone is available on Banggood at just $369.99. To see the rest of the Ulefone product lineup, visit their official website.

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After the first hand-on video that Ulefone released yesterday, today they are back with a more extensive durability test video where they showcase the rugged character of Ulefone Armor 7, their annual flagship. As you already know, the phone features IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810G certification so let’s take a look at how it did.

As you can see in the video, the device is capable of withstanding drops to a concrete floor, rocks, and even a puddle of sand. On all occasions, the phone comes out perfectly fine. In addition, besides being drop-resistant, it’s also protected against water and dust. The tortures it went through pushed the certifications to their limit but the phone came out alive.

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Being a flagship device, its specs are worthy of its category. It comes with a Helio P90 AI SoC backed by 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage as well as a triple rear camera with AI scene recognition and 48MP main sensor, and a 16MP selfie shooter. Also, there is a 6.3″ FHD+ waterdrop screen, 5500mAh battery with Qi 10W wireless charging, face and fingerprint unlock, NFC with Google Pay, Android 9.0 Pie, etc. It is a top rugged smartphone and a decent performer too.

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The Armor 7 is currently selling at just $369.99 over at Banggood and you can check out all the details and specs on the company’s official page. Don’t forget the upcoming 11.11 Shopping Festival of Ulefone on Aliexpress is coming where you’ll have the chance to buy Ulefone phones at super-low prices, participate in giveaway events, and grab many discount coupons.

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Oukitel’s “Young Series” just recently got another member as the company announced the new sports tri-proof smartphone, Oukitel Y1000. Doing away with the cumbersome weight of traditional rugged smartphones and gaining a super-thin body, it becomes a new standard in the rugged smartphone market. Today, the Chinese manufacturer announced that the official presale will begin on 11.11 on the occasion of the global shopping festival.

Breakthrough in Design

Moving away from the traditional manufacturing methods of rugged phones, the Y1000 combines a layer of hard PC+GF cover and another layer of soft TPU material cover. When it drops, the phone is elastic to protect itself. Also, the USB port doesn’t need a plug as it is IP68 waterproof by itself. In addition, the frame around the screen sits a bit higher than the glass so that the screen remains intact when the phone falls facing down.

Of course, besides the USB port, the whole device is waterproof, dust-proof and shockproof, and it is giving a good hand feel. The whole body is quite thin and slim at only 11.2mm and weighs just 212g. Those numbers are 30% and 39% less than, let’s say, Oukitel WP2 which is a traditional rugged smartphone.

Big battery for a whole day of use on a single charge

A thin body has its disadvantages too, as it cannot host a very large battery. Hence, the 3600mAh battery of the Y1000 is enough for a whole day’s use. If you love to listen to music while exercising, it supports up to 25 hours of music playback. This is achieved due to the MediaTek MT6580P quad-core SoC that is very power-conservative.

Memory

The Y1000 is a 3G entry-level smartphone when it comes to hardware specs. It is powered by the MT6580P quad-core SoC backed by 2GB of RAM and 32GB internal storage that can be expanded up to 128GB more via the microSD slot. Also, there is an 8MP/2MP dual rear camera and a 5MP selfie shooter placed in the waterdrop notch.

Oukitel Y1000 will go on presale with a price of just $99.99 instead of the $129.99 retail price on November 11th and you can get it on the Oukitel Official Store on Aliexpess. Check out the detailed specs on the official product page.

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Outdoor sports are becoming more and more popular nowadays since people are making a shift towards a healthier life. Thus, the need for rugged smartphones has increased as they are durable to withstand accidental drops and even rain. But most of the time rugged phones are bulky and heavy and that makes them unsuitable for intense activity. For that reason, Oukitel is about to release the Oukitel Y1000, the thinnest sports rugged smartphone.

According to the company, it retains the IP68 certification that makes it waterproof, dust-proof, and drop-resistance. At the same time, it sports a trendy design and a super-thin unibody craft that is a combination of TPU and PC+GF materials. Featuring a thin body of 11.2mm and 212g weight, it is well below the average of 16mm and 300g+ of a usual rugged phone. So, no more feeling like you are holding a brick!

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As for the rest of the specs, the Y1000 comes with a 6.088″ waterdrop display with HD+ resolution and 19.5:9 aspect ratio. Asahi glass is used to protect the display panel while the body is covered with TPU material which is stretchy and resistant to falls and bumps. It comes in 6 back cover colors: Black, Puce, Light Blue, Violet, Pink, and Red. It is a 3G smartphone featuring a 4-core MT6580p SoC combined with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of expandable storage but the Y1000 Pro with 4G support will arrive soon. The waterdrop notch hosts the 5MP front camera while the rear camera is a dual one with 8MP/2MP sensors. Judging from the specs, the 3600mAh built-in battery should easily last a whole day.

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The Y1000 will officially hit the market on November 11th on the Official Oukitel Store at just $99.99 instead of the $129.99 official retail price. If you want to learn all the details about it, visit the official product page.

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We knew that Armor 7 would be the company’s next rugged flagship and today it officially hit the market and started presale on Banggood for just $369.99. The phone comes with a 48MP triple camera as well as Helio P90 SoC. Before we go into further details, let’s watch the official Armor 7 video down below.

The triple camera consists of a 48MP main sensor, a 16MP night photography camera, and an 8MP telephoto camera. With improved AI algorithms and f/1.7 aperture, photos are more detailed and vivid. In addition, the 16MP night photography camera comes with an f/2.0 aperture and -according to the company- takes the night mode experience to another level compared to the previous model. Lastly, the 8MP telephoto camera helps you zoom in an object to bring it closer to you without compromising on the image quality.

As said, Ulefone equipped Armor 7 with the latest and most powerful P-Series SoC from MediaTek, Helio P90 which comes with 4.6 times more performance than Helio P60 & P70 so that you can breeze through any task while maintaining power efficiency. Coupled with 8GB RAM performance and multitasking is flagship-level.

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As for the rest of the specs, there is a 6.3″ FHD+ display with waterdrop notch and very hard glass protecting it, although Ulefone hasn’t revealed if the phone comes with Gorilla Glass or another type of protection. The internal storage is 128GB and there’s also a heart rate sensor, face unlock support via the 16MP front camera, a 5500mAh battery with 10W wireless charging, and NFC with Google Pay. Of course, there is a quadruple navigation system (GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo), wide network band support including T-Mobile’s Band 71, and Android 9 Pie.

The presale period started today on Banggood and during the presale period, you will be able to enjoy the special discounted price of $369.99 and get an extra free gift bag including a tempered glass and a sling. You can see all the details about Armor 7 and other Ulefone devices here.

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It is a fact that large-screen smartphones have conquered the market and that isn’t going to change anytime soon. Still, there is a quite large portion of userbase that wants a compact device with decent specs. Surprisingly enough, Cubot is going to release such a device soon that sports a 4″ display, called KingKong Mini (see the irony there?). The small size will allow for one-hand operation since your thumb would reach any part of the display.

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Specs-wise, Cubot KingKong Mini has a 4″ qHD+ display with 1080*540 resolution and 302 ppi, enough to be crisp. Helio P22 4-core SoC will be the heart of the device backed by 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage (upgradeable up to 128GB more via microSD).

In the camera department, there is a 13MP rear camera with an LED flash as well as an 8MP selfie shooter with face unlock support. The device will come with Android 9 Pie preinstalled and it will also sport a magnetic compass and gyroscopes, greatly helpful for people who are often outdoors.

The KingKong Mini is a perfect spare phone for people who like travel and outdoor activities, and thanks to its triple protection from water, dust, and drops, it can also be a perfect gift for kids. According to the company, it will hit the market in early November. Until then, you can see all the details on the official product page.

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The Ulefone Armor X5 was released a few days back and it is an upgraded version of the Armor X3 featuring 4G connectivity, better specs, and affordable price. Today, the company revealed the first hands-on video of the device in real-life scenarios so let’s go ahead and check out the video below.

Design-wise, the Armor X5 is exactly the same with its predecessor but comes in a new color variant, Orange. Of course, it sports IP68/IP69K/MIL-STD-810G certifications and the video proves just that since it withstood sudden drops or water washing.

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On the inside lies the MT6763 8-core SoC and as seen in the video, watching YouTube, checking posts on Twitter, playing Temple Run 2, chatting with friends on Messenger or listening to music was no problem for the device as everything ran smoothly. Also, the clever Custom Key and Gloves Mode are shown in the video.

The camera configuration includes a dual camera on the back with 13MP/2MP sensors and is adequate enough to help the user record wonderful moments and beautiful sceneries during a journey. On the front, there is a 5MP sensor that also supports face unlock. In addition, the Armor X5 packs a 5.5″ all-screen display with 18:9 aspect ratio, 3GB/32GB memory configuration, big 5000mAh battery, NFC with Google Pay, dual-4G/dual-VoLTE, and Android 9 Pie.

Right now, the Ulefone Armor X5 is sold on Banggood with a special price of just $99.99. If it caught your attention, you can go ahead and place your order here. For more details about other Ulefone phones, visit the company’s official website.

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2019 has been a great year for the rugged smartphone market since several manufacturers released a bunch of new devices. The lion’s share goes to Ulefone that announced some excellent pieces of tech like the Armor 3W/3WT and their latest device, Ulefone Armor 6S. As a “thank you” to its supporters, the Chinese manufacturer is holding a big promotion in cooperation with Gearbest until October 31st. Let’s check out the offers available.

Ulefone Armor 6S

The star of the promotion is the upgraded version of Armor 6, the Armor 6S that comes with Helio P70 running @2.1GHz backed by 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The rugged flagship is available for just $279.99 during the activity and among others, it sports a dual rear camera with 16MP/8MP sensors, an 8MP selfie shooter, 6.2″ FHD+ notch display, 5000mAh battery with Qi 10W wireless charging, face and fingerprint unlock, NFC with Google Pay, GPS/Glonass/Beidou triple navigation system, and Android 9.0 Pie. Of course, it comes with IP68/IP69K/MIL-STD-810G certifications that make it waterproof, dust-proof, and drop resistant. You can get it on Gearbest.

Ulefone Armor 3W/3WT

Of course, the company is also offering their latest rugged duo Armor 3W and 3WT. Both phones come with the same configuration that means a Helio P70 AI SoC together with 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, and a massive 10300mAh battery with 9V/2A & MTK PE+2.0 fast charging. The cameras include a 21MP rear camera as well as an 8MP selfie shooter that also supports face unlock. There’s also fingerprint unlock, dual-4G/dual-VoLTE, NFC with Google, a triple navigation system, global frequency bands, and Android 9.0 Pie. The Armor 3W costs just $239.99 during the activity and that price includes a free sling, tempered glass, and bicycle phone holder. The Armor 3WT that is the walkie-talkie version of Armor 3W, shares the same solid specs with Armor 3W and it comes at just $279.99 on Gearbest with the same gifts included.

All three models feature an innovative underwater photography mode that enables you to record beautiful underwater scenarios while diving or swimming. Besides these 3 rugged phones, the promotion also offers several other Ulefone models. You can see the whole collection on the dedicated promotion page here.

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Several months ago Ulefone launched an entry-level budget rugged smartphone, Armor X3. Despite its many advantages in terms of durability, there was a drawback: it didn’t support 4G networks. For that reason, Ulefone launched today a new 4G upgraded version of Armor X3, with a higher configuration and new color variants, Ulefone Armor X5. Let’s take a look at it configuration.

Compared to Armor X3, the Armor X5 comes with an upgraded SoC. It sports the MT6763 8-core SoC instead of the old 4-core MT6580. The more powerful SoC offers fast and fluent handling speed, powers premium experiences and goes easy on battery consumption. Also, RAM is upgraded to 3GB offering better multitasking while the internal storage remains at 32GB. The cameras also got upgraded and the Armor X5 comes with a dual rear camera with 13MP/2MP configuration while the selfie shooter is the same 5MP one that also supports face unlock.

As for the rest of its specs, the X5 packs a 5.5″ all-screen display with 18:9 aspect ratio, a big 5000mAh battery, NFC with Google Pay support, dual-4G/-dual-VoLTE, and runs Android 9.0 Pie. There are also some creative functions for you to explore while three color variants are chosen: Black, Red, Orange.

The Ulefone Armor X5 just went available for preorder on Bangood at just $99.99 that, considering the specs, is a very appealing price. So, if it got your attention, you can go ahead and pre-order it on Banggood.

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Choosing between many models of rugged smartphones can be a pain as most rugged phone manufacturers offer excellent devices at affordable prices. So, in order to stand out, manufacturers must offer added value. This is what happens with the Ulefone Armor 3W/3WT that comes with a handy outdoor toolbox that includes a compass, sound meter, bubble level, magnifier, flashlight, etc. Let’s check it out in the video below.

In video, we can learn each of the tool’s demo and know how to use it. Compass, height measure, alarm, pressure, and flashlight are very useful for sport and outdoors exploration enthusiasts and can prove life-saving in case you get lost. Also, pic hanging, bubble level, plumb bob, and protractor are convenient for builders, farmers, and workers as they replace heavy tools. Lastly, sound meter, magnifier and heart rate, can provide useful data or you can use them just for fun.

Both phones come with a massive 10300mAh battery that can last for several days on a single charge. Besides the big battery, the phones come with a 5.7″ FHD+ 18:9 display as well as a Sony 21MP main camera and an 8MP selfie shooter. Also, there’s 6GB/64GB memory configuration, face and fingerprint unlock NFC with Google Pay support, and Android 9 Pie. The Armor 3WT has exactly the same specs with the walkie-talkie function added. Of course, both feature IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810G certifications.

Right now, both versions are on sale over at Aliexpress with the Armor 3W costing just $239.99 and the Armor 3WT just $280.49. Also, there is a giveaway running for the upcoming high-end 48MP triple camera rugged phone Ulefone Armor 7. There are 10 units that will be sent to 10 lucky winners. If you want to experience the mighty Armor 7 as soon as possible, visit the activity page to participate.

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Global presale of the new rugged duo Ulefone Armor 3W and Armor 3WT is in full swing and according to comments on tech sites, users are curious about the battery life of the two devices. Ulefone claims to have equipped both models with a massive 10300mAh battery and today, they released a video demonstrating the battery endurance. Let’s check it out.

As you can see, after 2 hours of heavy use that included a half-hour use in each different actions like phone calls, music playback, movie playback,  and online gaming, only 8% of the battery capacity was consumed. According to this data, we can safely assume that you can use the phone for 25 hours continuously before it runs out of battery! Just as a comparison, most phones -including expensive flagships- would last for 5-6 hours tops. With an average user using his smartphone for about 5 hours daily, Armor 3W/3WT can go on for 5 days on a single charge. The power-efficient Helio P70 helps in achieving these incredible numbers that are very helpful for those going on trips outdoors where no power outlet is available.

Besides the big battery, the phones come with a 5.7″ FHD+ 18:9 display as well as a Sony 21MP main camera and an 8MP selfie shooter. Also, there’s 6GB/64GB memory configuration, face and fingerprint unlock NFC with Google Pay support, and Android 9 Pie. The Armor 3WT has exactly the same specs with walkie-talkie function added. Of course, both feature IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810G certifications.

Ulefone Armor 3W is currently on sale at just $239.99 and the Armor 3WT at $279.99 on Aliexpress. For more details, visit the company’s official website.

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The next Armor smartphone that Ulefone is going to release isn’t too far from hitting the market. As an Armor member, it will be the new flagship of the company and it will come with a triple main camera with 48MP sensor as well as Helio P90 SoC. Before the official global presales, Ulefone will host a Giveaway event during which you’ll have the chance to be among the 10 lucky winners that will get it for free. Now, let’s go through the device’s specs and features.

First of all, the triple camera system includes a 48MP main camera, a 16MP camera used for night shots, and an 8MP telephoto camera for incredible close-up shots. The improved AI capabilities of the Helio P90 SoC assist in offering detailed and vivid photos. Also, a 10X zoom is supported.

The Helio P90 is a pretty powerful SoC and it gets even better as it will come with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. It is clear that it can handle complex AI apps and tasks while multitasking between them should be smooth as butter. It is the most powerful phone of the company to date.

It comes with a 6.3″ FHD+ display with waterdrop notch and as always, IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810G are applied allowing for water, drop, and dust resistance. The selfie shooter is 8MP,  there are also 5 rear LED flashes while the battery capacity measures at 5500 mAh and supports Qi 10W wireless charging. All 4 main positioning systems are supported, NFC with Google Pay support is present, and it comes with Android 9 Pie pre-installed.

Of course, that’s not all it has to offer. If you want to learn more about it and participate in the Giveaway that is soon coming, visit the promotion page on the company’s official website.

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The global sale of the latest rugged phones from Ulefone, Armor 3W/3WT has already kicked off and the Chinese manufacturer is actively releasing more and more video to showcase the capabilities of the new phones. Today, they released a new video that shows how durable the rugged duo is.

As you can see in the video the Ulefone Armor 3W has proven itself to be a solid and durable rugged phone. Going through a series of brutal tortures, it still is as good as new. No matter if it slides on a concrete floor or falls onto rocks, the screen and the phone body remain intact and the phone works normally. Also, thanks to the waterproofing as well as sandproofing, it perfectly resists the invasion of water and dust. It even survived a car going over it!

Armor 3W packs a Helio P70 AI SoC backed by 6GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage and a massive 10300mAh battery. There are a 21MP Sony rear camera and 8MP selfie camera on the 5.7″ 18:9 FHD+ display. The rest of the specs include face and fingerprint unlock, dual-4G/dual-VoLTE, NFC with Google Pay, global network bands, and Android 9 Pie. The Armor 3WT has walkie-talkie added to this configuration.

resale is already ongoing since Monday and you can get the Armor 3W for just $239.99 while the Armor 3WT costs just $40 more, at $279.99. The promotion will end on September 30th and you can find out more about it here.

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Grabbing a flagship at a good price tag isn’t the most easy thing to do. Let alone a rugged flagship that carries more manufacturing processes than an ordinary device. Blackview BV9600 Pro is the latest flagship from the Chinese manufacturer and today is the last day that you can get it for just $289.99. And it’s worth it.

Water, dust, and shock resistance are only a few of the features that BV9600 Pro has to offer. The IP68/IP69K certifications mean that you can submerge the device up to 1.5m deep in the water for up to 30 minutes. Also, the MIL-STD-810G certification means it can withstand drops from up to 1.5m height and cope well with sandy environments. Fishermen and sailors among other occupations will find these features lifesaving.

And when talking about flagships, the BV9600 Pro stands up to this characterization as it sports with powerful specs like Helio P70 AI SoC with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, 6.21″ AMOLED display, Android 9 Pie, and a big, 5580mAh battery that can last at least 2 days on a single charge.

So, the special offer from Blackview is still ongoing and will end today so you still have some time to grab the device at $289.99. You’d better hurry.

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The new devices of Ulefone that we’ve been talking about since the beginning of the month are finally hitting the market. The global presale of big battery rugged phones Ulefone Armor 3W and Armor 3WT begins today at a pretty competitive pricing, considering their specs.

For starters, it should be made clear that both share the same hardware with the Armor 3WT being the walkie-talkie version of Armor 3W. They are both certified by IP68/IP69K protection grade as well as MIL-STD-810G and feature high water, dust, and drop resistance. The two phone models are powered by the powerful Helio P70 AI SoC backed by 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, a configuration that offers fast performance, fluid gaming experience, and long battery life. The massive 10300mAh battery allows you to heavily use your phone for at least 4 days on a single charge! Also, with advanced PE+2.0 and 18W fast charging, recharging time is greatly shortened. And they can be used to charge other devices too using the OTG reverse charging function.

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When it comes to photography, Armor 3W/3WT don’t come with fancy dual, triple or quad camera configurations but they feature a super reliable 21MP Sony sensor that takes great photos while the dual rear flash and PDAF help you achieve high-quality, vivid, and crisp results. The selfie shooter, on the other hand, sports an 8MP sensor and besides taking beautiful selfies, it can also be used to face unlock your phone. Oh, both support underwater photography too!

The rest of the specs include a 5.7″ all-screen FHD+ display, Android 9 Pie OS, fingerprint unlock, dual front speakers with smart audio, dual-4G/LTE/dual-VoLTE, global frequency bands, NFC with Google Pay, and GPS/Glonass/Beidou navigation systems.

The presale starts today and will end on September 30th. The Armor 3W will cost just $239.99 during that period and the Armor 3WT just $279.99. For more details, visit the promotion page on the official website.

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Although the two new devices from Ulefone haven’t hit the market yet, the company just released a video demonstrating the performance of the two Helio P70-powered rugged phones. So, let’s check out how Ulefone Armor 3W/3WT perform in the video down below.

The IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810G certified Armor 3W/3WT scored 136,051 on AnTuTu Benchmark and 2,810 on AI Benchmark 3 while being underwater since they wanted to demonstrate the waterproof design of the phones. The score means that the Helio P70 performance is almost as good as Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 and 675. To continue, the user demonstrated app launching speed as well as gaming experience. He launched several apps in succession, including Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, Twitter, Youtube, Spotify, Netflix, and played PUBG and Arena of Valor. Thanks to the Helio P70 and its 6GB of RAM, the phone is very fast in launching apps while the whole gameplay experience is fast, fluid, and responsive.

Both devices come with a huge, 10300mAh battery with 18W and MTK PE+2.0 fast charge, 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. The display is a 5.7″ FHD+ one with 18:9 aspect ratio, and there is also an 8MP selfie shooter that supports face unlock. In addition, the devices come with a fingerprint sensor, dual-4G/dual-VoLTE, NFC with Google Pay, global frequency band support, and run Android 9 Pie. And they can be used for underwater photography as well with their 21MP rear camera and selfie shooter.

The global presale of Armor 3W/3WT will start next week, for more details about the presale, visit the company’s official website.

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Last week, Ulefone announced its 2 new rugged models that will soon hit the market featuring huge battery and Helio P70: Ulefone Armor 3W and 3WT. Today, the company released an official hands-on video of the devices so let’s take a look at their features and performance.

Following the company’s standards when it comes to rugged phones, both are certified by IP68/IP69K as well as MIL-STD-810G. As you can see in the video, water, dust, and drop resistance are top of the line as it happens with all Ulefone rugged phones. Featuring the powerful all-around Helio P70 SoC helped the user in the video play heavy games like PUBG, listen to music, watch videos, go through social network updates, etc. The phone ran smoothly in all cases with no performance glitches. The 21MP rear camera is adequate for everyday use while GPS, Glonass, and Beidou triple navigation system can quickly and accurately lock on satellites and help you find your way.

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In the video, you can also see the walkie-talkie version of Armor 3W -Armor 3WT- that supports 1W/2W hardware intercom with frequency range of 400-470MHz that enables you to communicate with other walkie-talkie devices in the area without the need of cellular coverage.

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As far as hardware is concerned, both devices come with a huge, 10300mAh battery with 18W and MTK PE+2.0 fast charge, 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. The display is a 5.7″ FHD+ one with 18:9 aspect ratio, and there is also an 8MP selfie shooter that supports face unlock. In addition, the devices come with a fingerprint sensor, dual-4G/dual-VoLTE, NFC with Google Pay, global frequency band support, and run Android 9 Pie. And they can be used for underwater photography as well.

According to the company, the global presale should begin next week but until now we don’t know the exact pricing. You can see all the details for Armor 3W here and for its walkie-talkie sibling here.

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It looks like online shoppers are in for a treat as Blackview is holding a big promotion for the BV9600 Pro right now. For two weeks users have the chance to grab it at just $289.99 so if you are interested, visit the promotion page until September 25th.

Blackview’s rugged smartphones are very popular among outdoor enthusiasts and starting today, they can get not just another rugged phone but a flagship device. The BV9600 Pro comes with Helio P70 SoC and an AMOLED display, a world’s first for a rugged phone. The render of the device recently appeared online:

As seen in the video, the device sports a rugged body made of a glass sandwich with a metal frame in the middle. Of course, it features IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810G certifications meaning that it has gone through a series of 29 tests, including shock tests, vibration tests, and more.

On the processor side, the four big cores, Cortex-A73, now run at 2.1GHz. Meanwhile, the Mali-G72 MP3 GPU is now clocked at 900MHz. It claims to use up to 35% less power in popular games compared to the P60 and comes with Energy-Aware Scheduling+, a thermal management solution that promises to lower operating temperature by up to 4.5°C.

Besides the rugged specs, the BV9600 Pro also comes with a business design and has flagship features not very common among rugged phones like the 6.21″ AMOLED display with 19:9 aspect ratio and narrow bezels.

On the back of the device lies the dual camera with 16MP/8MP configuration and is supported by an AI Bokeh algorithm. The selfie shooter hosts an 8MP sensor and is capable of beautiful selfies. What’s more, the battery comes with a large, 5580mAh capacity and supports wireless charging as well as 12V/2A fast charging that can recharge the battery in 2 hours via the USB Type-C port.

Lastly, the phone sports NFC with Google Pay support and GPS+Glonass satellite positioning systems to effectively improve navigation accuracy even in complex urban environments.

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Earlier Blackview released a poster that hints at a best camera rugged outdoor smartphone that will soon hit the market. The poster doesn’t contain too many details of what the company will be launching and the launching time but today, information from the company sheds some light to the mystery: The new model is called Blackview BV9800/BV9800 Pro. Let’s take a look at some more details.

Firstly, the new device will come with a triple rear camera setup with the main sensor being the famous Sony IMX586 48MP sensor. The IMX586 is currently the most widely used camera sensor in the midrange to flagship devices and devices like Honor View 20, OnePlus 7, VIVO X27, Oppo Reno 10x Zoom, and Xiaomi Mi 9 sporting Sony’s best mobile camera sensor to date. Of course, these devices cost from around $600 to $900+.

According to DxOmark camera testing website, the IMX586 ranks at the top of their list both in video and photo shooting. Not only does it feature a high pixel count but also is large at 1/2″ with 1.6μm pixel size (via pixel binning). As Blackview revealed, the 48MP sensor will be combined with a 5MP depth camera to achieve beautiful bokeh effect. The 3d camera will sport an ultra-wide lens offering a 120º field-of-view and a 16MP sensor.

It was about time a rugged phone with the Sony sensor hit the market and who would be better to bring one than Blackview that has a long tradition in the rugged smartphone market. The sensor is proven to be one of the best around and the fact that it will be available in the budget rugged phones BV9800/BV9800 Pro is very positive. To learn more about BV9800/Pro, visit the product page.

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The Armor X3 isn’t a brand-new model since it’s been on the market for some time and besides the fact that it is an entry-level rugged phone, it features some interesting functions like the Customizable Button, Gloves Pattern, etc. Today, Ulefone released a demonstration video to show users what the Customizable Button can do. Let’s have a look.

As you can see in the video, the button supports 3 different actions at the same time through single click, double click, and long press. Besides all the installed apps that are supported, the button also supports quick activation of the voice recorder, flashlight, screenshot, underwater photography, and SOS emergency call. What’s more, setting it up is simple.

The rest of the specs are already known but let’s go through them one more time. So, it is water, dust, and drop resistant as are all the Armor Series phones and comes with a 5.5″ HD+ display with 18:9 aspect ratio. In addition, there is a 4-core SoC backed by 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage as well as a 5000mAh battery. The rear camera consists of an 8MP/2MP dual setup while the selfie shooter sports a 5MP sensor that offers face unlock too. Lastly, the Armor X3 features dual-SIM/dual-standby and Android 9 Pie.

Right now, you can get the Armor X3 at just $83.60 on the company’s official Aliexpress store together with a free tempered glass. Overall speaking, Armor X3 is definitely the most wallet-friendly among its range. For more details, visit ulefone.com.

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Doogee has been in the smartphone industry for several years and has always released decent devices at even more decent prices. Phones like the bezeless Doogee MIX 4, the budget-friendly Doogee X10 or the BL12000 huge battery phone were well-received by users all around the world. A few months back, the company released the modular phone Doogee S90 that came with useful modules like the night vision camera, 5000mAh powerbank, digital walkie-talkie, and professional gamepad and now they are ready to release its successor, the Doogee S95 Pro.

According to the leaked information, it is going to be a powerhouse as it is expected to come with Helio P90 backed by 8GB of RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.0 storage. Also, it will be fully-rugged with protection against water, dust, and drops while it will sport a triple camera on the back with a 48MP main camera, a wide-angle camera, and a depth camera.

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Besides the main specs, it will supposedly come with a 6W module with dual 27mm speakers and an extra battery integrated so that it will not deplete your phone’s battery. The new HiFi speaker module will be made of soft material and will feature an ergonomic design for comfortable grip.

The Doogee S95 Pro is expected to have a long battery life since it will come with a 5150mAh battery capacity that together with the power-saving frequency conversion system assures decent performance with low power consumption. Also, the 24W turbo quick charging takes care of fast charging and the extra 3500mAh power module offers another 80% power with 10W turbo quick charge technology.

When talking about a flagship device in any given price category, what someone should expect is good performance. For that reason, the Doogee S95 Pro will come with Helio P90 that sports a pair of powerful Arm Cortex-A75 CPUs and six Cortex-A55 in a single octa-core cluster. Altogether with the performance leading APU2.0, a powerful IMG PowerVR GM 9446GPU and fast LPDDR4X memory controller, you get 50% faster performance than the previous P60/70 SoCs.

Finally, the camera. S95 Pro is going to host Sony’s 48MP sensor for its triple rear camera. The IMX586 sensor ranks at the top of DxOmark list both in video and photo shooting. The top sensor from Sony not only features a high pixel count but also is large at 1/2″ with 1.6μm pixel (via pixel binning).

The release date is yet to be confirmed but it shouldn’t be too far away since all the specs are finalized and it should debut this month as one of the leaked posters reveal.

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Photos of an upcoming device from Blackview surfaced yesterday and according to these images, the Blackview BV5900 features a “space capsule” shape as well as a waterdrop notch display and smoothly curved corners. Also, a durability test video was uploaded yesterday on the company’s official YouTube channel.

If you look carefully, you can see that the frame around the display is a bit elevated, about 1mm. Our guess is that Blackview did this on purpose to protect the display from hitting directly on the floor in case of an accidental drop. It can also become handy when you put your phone on a table with the display facing down. Thankfully, this doesn’t affect the design of the phone.

But the coolest part is the back of the device. Previously, Blackview had released a publicity photo showing what seems to be a space capsule-inspired design. In the new images, the space capsule’s iconic lines that seek the ultimate balance between aesthetics and engineering are clear. We can also see that there will be a dual-camera setup on the back.

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Of course, as a rugged outdoor phone, besides appearance, the BV5900 also comes with waterproof, dustproof and drop-proof features. Can the tri-proof performance become even better? We’ll know pretty soon as it seems. In the meantime, you can subscribe on the promo page for the BV5900 to get a discount when the device is officially released.

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The latest rugged smartphone from Ulefone, the Armor X3, is placed in the entry-level category and comes with a low price and good overall features. Of course, an Armor Series member cannot be anything less than durable as hell, even if it belongs in the entry-level segment. To prove that, Ulefone conducted a drop test to determine and showcase exactly how durable the phone is. Let’s check it out.

Thanks to the convex design on four corners and the slant design on the back, the Armor X3 can effectively withstand drops. In the video, the device is subjected to various drop tests pushing the limits of its certifications to the maximum. You can see that it survives and can work normally after falling down from stairs, hitting solid floor or rocks from more than 1 meter high, being thrown into a puddle, etc.

Besides its durability, it also can perform well in casual use. It comes with an 8MP/2MP dual rear waterproof camera for vivid and crisp photos even underwater and the selfie shooter hosts a 5MP sensor that can also be used for face unlocking. What’s more, it comes with 2 more creative features: Gloves Pattern and Easy Key for a better experience. The Glove Pattern helps you control your phone when wearing gloves and the Easy Key is a dedicated button to which you can assign a specific task when pressed. It is powered by the MT6580A SoC backed by 2GB/32GB memory configuration, there is a large, 5000mAh battery, and runs the latest Android 9 Pie. Of course, IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810G certifications are a standard in the Armor Series.

The special sale of Armor X3 is coming to an end on August 13th, so you better hurry and visit Ulefone’s official AliExpress store to get it at just $79.99 along with a tempered glass as a gift. For more information, visit the company’s website.

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The tablet market is a dead market for Android smartphone manufacturers since big-screen smartphones have cannibalized the sales of tablets. A year ago, Honor released the Honor Note 10, a 6.95″ smartphone and brought a brand-new experience for gaming, browsing texts and social media. Last month, Blackview released their version of a big-screen phone, the BV6100 rugged smartphone with a 6.88″ display and excellent waterproof, drop-proof, and dustproof performance. These 2 phones belong to different market segments since the BV6100 is a rugged phone and Note 10 is a casual smartphone like most of the devices out there.

If the design is your main priority, then the choice is crystal clear since the Honor Note 10 sports a sleek design with notch-less display and a glass back. On the other hand, the BV6100’s sides and corners are ruggedized with anti-wear aluminum alloy and impact buffers. It looks tough and masculine, with a notch located on the upper-right corner. Interestingly, BV6100’s front and back are covered with Corning® Gorilla Glass for aesthetics and toughness. Appearance is the most subjective criterion of all but still, Note 10 has an advantage. Let’s take a look at both in the comparison video below.

Moving on to performance, the real question you should ask yourself is what kind of apps do you use the most. Honor Note 10 comes with Kirin 970 8-core SoC backed by 6GB/128GB memory configuration and Android 8.1, 16MP/13MP rear/front cameras, and 5000mAh battery. The Blackview BV6100 comes with Helio A22 4-Core SoC backed by 3GB/16GB memory configuration, a 5580mAh, Android 9 Pie, and IP68/IP69K/MIL-STD-810G certifications.

Of course, the Note 10 has a clear advantage over its opponent in raw power but what happens when you need a durable device? The BV6100 withstands 1.5m deep water submersion, is dustproof, and won’t break even if you drop it from 1.5m high. Besides, it’s designed with 360° all-round dust-proof protection. The tough body gains its popularity among outdoor enthusiasts, construction workers, firemen, and more. So, if specs are what you are after, go for the Honor Note 10. Choose BV6100 if you need a reliable partner for outdoors sports or for severe living environments.

Finally, we come to the part that interests most of the buyers. If the budget is the major factor for you, the BV6100 is the ultimate winners as it costs from $149.99 to $189.99 with free tempered glass and cool phone case, while the Note 10 costs around $340. If you are in seek of a rugged big-screen phone, then check out the Blackview BV6100 promo that is currently running.

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