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The Modretro Chromatic in action. (Image source: JerryRigEverything via YouTube)

Modretro Chromatic tested for sapphire in Game Boy Color-matching screen

Modretro touts its Chromatic as a handheld console recreation that is as faithful to the OG Game Boy Color as possible - except for the backlighting for a display that is also rated to have sapphire-grade protection. That spec has...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Dec 2024 14:20
Milwaukee M12 Toughshell jacket (Image Source: Milwaukee)

Milwaukee Tool releases a hot new electric heated jacket system

Just in time for the winter season, Milwaukee Tool has released the M12 heated Toughsell Jacket. Featuring all-new Hexon heat technology, this battery-powered jacket is sure to keep the wearer warm and comfortable even in the cold...
Stephen Pereyra, 02 Dec 2024 05:08
The HMD XR22 will launch as a successor to the HMD XR21/Nokia XR21. (Image source: HMD)

Leak reveals big upgrades in store for the HMD XR22 rugged smartphone

A leak has revealed the specs of a new rugged smartphone from HMD. The phone will launch as the HMD XR22 and it will bring key improvements in almost all areas in comparison to its predecessor, the HMD XR21.
Habeeb Onawole, 27 Nov 2024 12:28
Oukitel Black Friday and Thanksgiving 2024 deals are here. Grab them while they're hot.

Get the perfect Black Friday and Thanksgiving gift with Oukitel's latest deals on rugged smartphones and tablets, now starting at just $199.99

Oukitel is offering some sweet deals on its acclaimed portfolio of rugged smartphones and tablets. Whether you are shopping to upgrade your mobile experience this Black Friday or planning to gift someone special for Thanksgiving, ...
Advertising, 26 Nov 2024 15:00
V Max Pro: Doogee is launching new rugged smartphone. (Image source: Doogee)

Doogee Max V Pro: Robust smartphone comes with huge battery, night vision and numerous other features

The Doogee V Max Pro is a new 5G smartphone that is not only robust, but also comes with a high-performing SoC. The battery is large and there is a special backlight.
Silvio Werner, 11 Nov 2024 17:38
The RT3 Pro. (Image source: Oukitel)

Oukitel RT3 Pro: Pre-order deal on new Android 14 rugged tablet announced

Oukitel has now opened pre-orders for its latest rugged tablet - with a limited-time price-cut. The RT3 Pro is touted to be as versatile as it is durable with its 8-inch display. The brand is also running a giveaway on Reddit in c...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Oct 2024 19:39
The StormBox Blast 2. (Image source: Tribit)

Tribit StormBox Blast 2 debuts as portable speaker rated for 200W output

Tribit's latest StormBox-series speaker is touted as a new way to bring a whole outdoor party's worth audio power anywhere, claiming a total output of up to 200 watts (W). The Blast 2 has up-to-date Bluetooth 5.4 wireless connecti...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Oct 2024 18:42
Armor Mini 20T Pro: A small rugged smartphone. (Image source: Ulefone)

Armor Mini 20 Pro: A rugged smartphone that is compact, durable and affordable

Ulefone now has a compact and well-equipped smartphone on offer, the Armor Mini 20 Pro 5G, which is characterized by a high level of robustness and comes with a night vision camera. Wireless charging is also supported.
Silvio Werner, 22 Oct 2024 17:17
Fujitsu unveils the world's lightest 14-inch AI laptop, the FMV Zero WU5/J3. (Image source: Fujitsu)

Fujitsu unveils FMV Zero WU5/J3: World's lightest 14-inch laptop with AI NPU and rugged carbon-fiber body

Fujitsu has unveiled the FMV Zero WU5/J3 - the world's lightest 14-inch AI laptop. The laptop comes with an AI NPU, rugged carbon-fiber body, and a slew of ports.
David Chien, 16 Oct 2024 07:25
Ulefone Armor 27T Pro review - Rugged phone with night vision and thermal imaging camera

72% Ulefone Armor 27T Pro review - Rugged phone with night vision and thermal imaging camera

Universal tool. The Ulefone Armor 27T Pro is a rugged smartphone that not only impresses with its durability but also boasts several special technical features. These include a night vision camera and a FLIR camera, as well as a uSmart connector for connectable accessories. We put it to the test.
Mediatek Dimensity 6300 | ARM Mali-G57 MP2 | 6.78" | 441 g
Daniel Schmidt, 13 Oct 2024 13:06
Can Black Titanium hold out against a razor blade? (Image source: JerryRigEverything)

Apple Watch Ultra 2 Black Titanium has surprising limits to scratch resistance in new video

The latest Watch Ultra variant is its series' first to have a different color than that of the standard raw titanium of its chassis. Now, a popular durability vlogger has set out to show just how "diamond-like" that coating really...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Oct 2024 22:22
Rivian R1T (Image Source: Rivian)

Rugged and running Rivian R1T floated 100+ feet during hurricane

Hurricane Helene devastated many parts of the US over the weekend with heavy flooding and destruction. However, a Rivian R1T owner was pleasantly surprised to find his truck operational after being dragged a significant distance.
Stephen Pereyra, 03 Oct 2024 05:33
The Oukitel RT3 Pro is impressively thin and light for a rugged tablet

Oukitel RT3 Pro with its rugged toughness in a sleek build makes for the perfect pet and outdoor tablet

Oukitel is all set to launch the RT3 Pro rugged tablet later this month. The RT3 Pro is built to MIL-STD-810H, IP68, and IP69K standards, which means it can withstand pet peeves and the harsh outdoors with equal elan. The RT3 Pro ...
Advertising, 03 Oct 2024 04:31
The WP33 Pro. (Image source: Oukitel)

Deal | Oukitel slashes prices for its ~20,000mAh rugged Android devices by $100 off RRP

Oukitel has put some of its interesting rugged devices up for sale as part of its ongoing Back to School 2024 sale. They include the WP33 Pro, a smartphone backed to keep its ultra-loud dedicated speaker on for up to a week with a...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Sep 2024 18:24
The S200. (Image source: DOOGEE)

DOOGEE S200 debuts as rugged Android 14 smartphone with Mecha Design and ~10,000mAh battery

DOOGEE upgrades to Android 14 out of the box for its latest smartphone with a rear-facing Smart Display. It is also equipped with a new Dragon Scale build that integrates Gorilla Glass and "aerospace-grade" aluminum and titanium a...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Sep 2024 17:16
Dell Latitude 7030 Rugged Extreme review: Sturdy tablet with full sRGB colors

82% Dell Latitude 7030 Rugged Extreme review: Sturdy tablet with full sRGB colors

Dell's first 10-inch fully-rugged tablet. The Latitude 7030 Rugged Extreme is a modernized Windows tablet with multiple USB-C Thunderbolt 4 ports, Intel 12th gen CPUs, great colors, and tons of connectivity options all in a 10-inch form factor.
Intel Core i7-1260U | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | 10.00" | 1.1 kg
Allen Ngo, 21 Sep 2024 03:19
Pit Viper 360 thermal images (Image Source: Bounce Imaging with edits)

Bounce Imaging announces world's first throwable 360 thermal camera

Bounce Imaging, a leader in tactical camera technology, announced a new thermal imaging version of its throwable 360 camera, the Pit Viper 360. This will be the company's latest offering in the tactical camera space.
Stephen Pereyra, 19 Sep 2024 05:58
Garmin debuts the inReach Messenger Plus. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin inReach Messenger Plus debuts with series-first picture- and voice-message support

Garmin asserts that the Messenger Plus is not the average inReach standalone satellite communicator. It is the first of its line to support photo- and voice note-sending in the complete absence of conventional cellular service. Th...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Sep 2024 20:43
The Pad P2 Active. (Image source: AGM)

IFA 2024 | AGM Pad P2 Active debuts as convertible rugged tablet with Android 14

The Pad P2 Active is AGM's first tablet that comes with a custom case to give it a rugged appearance at need. The case also has a handy 360-degree kickstand and can be used with a detachable shoulder strap for extra portability. T...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Sep 2024 14:43
The Ulefone Armor Mini 20T Pro has a 4.7-inch display. (Image source: Ulefone via GSMArena)

Ulefone Armor Mini 20T Pro launched as a compact rugged smartphone with a thermal camera and wireless charging

To celebrate its 10th year anniversary as a smartphone brand, Ulefone has a handful of new devices, one of which is the Armor Mini 20T Pro. It is the manufacturer's smallest rugged smartphone, and despite its compact size, it pack...
Habeeb Onawole, 04 Sep 2024 00:03
Ulefone's latest Armor 28 Ultra rugged smartphone rocks the Dimensity 9300+ flagship SoC. (Image source: Ulefone via GSMArena)

Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra rugged smartphone debuts with Dimensity 9300+ SoC, night vision, thermal camera, and excellent durability claims

Ulefone's Armor 28 Ultra is a newly launched rugged smartphone, unique for its flagship Dimensity 9300+ SoC. With a rather impressive spec sheet and outstanding durability claims, the Armor 28 Ultra is set to be available for pre-...
Sambit Saha, 03 Sep 2024 19:57
Doogee V Max Plus review - Rugged smartphone with monster battery

73% Doogee V Max Plus review - Rugged smartphone with monster battery

A pound of smartphone, please! The Doogee V Max Plus is certainly not a pocket smartphone, but aims to score points with its 22,000 mAhbattery and robust design. It also offers a triple camera with 200 MPix and night vision, plenty of memory and a 120 Hz IPS display. Read the test to find out whether this is enough to convince.
MediaTek Dimensity 7050 | ARM Mali-G68 MP4 | 6.58" | 539 g
Daniel Schmidt, 21 Aug 2024 09:02
Ulefone Armor 27T Pro: Rugged smartphone with FLIR camera. (Image source: Ulefone)

Ulefone Armor 27T Pro 5G: New rugged smartphone comes with large battery, reverse wireless charging and FLIR camera

Ulefone once again has a new rugged smartphone on offer, which comes with a solid range of features in tough housing designed to withstand all kinds of environmental stress. A huge 10,600 mAh battery, reverse wireless charging and...
Silvio Werner, 20 Aug 2024 13:45
Vuzix debuts M400 Xtreme smart glasses kit with Xtreme Weather power bank for use in harsh environments. (Image source: Vuzix)

Vuzix debuts M400 Xtreme smart glasses kit with Xtreme Weather power bank for use in harsh environments

Vuzix has debuted the Android-powered M400 Xtreme smart glasses kit with the Xtreme Weather power bank for harsh environment use. The glasses and power bank are rated for -4° F to 113° F (-20° C to 45° C) temperatures and IP67-rat...
David Chien, 13 Aug 2024 04:30
The Hyper 7 Pro is a new rugged smartphone. (Image source: Hotwav)

Hyper 7 Pro 5G: New outdoor smartphone comes with powerful main camera, 5G support, night vision camera and secondary display

Hotwav is launching a new rugged smartphone onto the market, the Hyper 7 Pro, which is a 5G smartphone with fast charging, a secondary display and a number of other novel features.
Silvio Werner, 12 Aug 2024 01:20
The Motorola Edge 50 has a MIL-810-STD water resistance rating. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Edge 50 unveiled in India with MIL-810-STD rating, triple rear cameras, and fast charging

The Motorola Edge 50 boasts military-grade toughness in a slim body. It also packs some pretty decent specs including a telephoto camera and a big battery that charges superfast.
Habeeb Onawole, 01 Aug 2024 14:24
The Cubot KingKong X has a second display on the back. (Image source: Cubot).

Cubot KingKong X 5G rugged phone hits store shelves with a heavy discount

The Cubot KingKong X is a beefed up version of the KingKong AX. It's now available to buy with a pretty steep discount.
Habeeb Onawole, 22 Jul 2024 17:59
Cubot KingKong X 5G: Rugged smartphone with second display.

Cubot KingKong X: New rugged smartphone comes with 5G and secondary touch display

Cubot has presented a new rugged smartphone with a very unique design. A battery with a large capacity is available and a fairly powerful SoC is installed.
Silvio Werner, 01 Jul 2024 01:21
The rugged WP39 is one of three new affordable smartphones from Oukitel

Oukitel unleashes new C50, rugged WP39 and WP50 smartphones at budget-friendly prices

While the Oukitel WP39 and WP50 are targeted at outdoor enthusiasts who are looking for a robust Android smartphone with a large battery, the Oukitel C50 comes with a particularly big 6.8-inch screen and a modern design including ...
Advertising, 20 Jun 2024 16:00
Oukitel WP52: Both rugged and compact.

Oukitel WP52: Compact smartphone is robust and supports 5G

The Oukitel WP52 is a new rugged smartphone with modern connectivity standards. It has a powerful speaker and compact dimensions despite its robust design.
Silvio Werner, 16 Jun 2024 04:09
The C50. (Source: Oukitel)

Oukitel announces pricing and availability for latest slim-edged 5G smartphones

Oukitel has announced the date on which a "World Premiere" for its latest Android 14 smartphones will take place. The C50 and WP50 both run on the same 5G-capable MediaTek Dimensity smartphone, although only one has a rugged build...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Jun 2024 17:16
Oukitel WP35 5G smartphone review – Robust with good battery life and not so expensive

80% Oukitel WP35 5G smartphone review – Robust with good battery life and not so expensive

Outdoor marathon. With its huge battery, the Oukitel WP35 has endless stamina which, however, comes at the cost of higher weight and chunkier dimensions. But, at under $300, its night vision camera, decent storage specs and pure Android 14 mean you get a lot for your money.
MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | ARM Mali-G57 MP2 | 6.60" | 360 g
Florian Schmitt, 08 Jun 2024 12:43
Oukitel WP50: A rugged smartphone for everyday use.

Oukitel WP50: Compact, rugged 5G smartphone launching soon at an affordable price

The Oukitel WP50 is a new rugged smartphone that is also suitable for everyday use. The model supports 5G and is designed to withstand water, dust and physical stress.
Silvio Werner, 08 Jun 2024 05:19
Armor 700: High-performance rugged SSD.

Lexar Armor 700: Robust and fast SSD doubles as ProRes storage

The Armor 700 is a fast and robust SSD from Lexar that can be used in a variety of scenarios, including as Apple ProRes storage and thus as a storage medium for film recordings. The device is compatible with various platforms and ...
Silvio Werner, 06 Jun 2024 06:21
Ulefone Armor 25T Pro: Smartphone with thermal imaging camera and night vision.

Ulefone Armor 25T Pro: Compact rugged 5G smartphone with night vision and thermal imaging now available at a very affordable price

The Ulefone Armor 25T Pro is a new rugged smartphone that comes with a night vision camera, thermal imaging and 5G support at a very affordable price.
Silvio Werner, 03 Jun 2024 03:37
Amazon gives Garmin inReach Mini 2 rare 25% discount off MSRP. (Source: Garmin)

Deal | Amazon gives Garmin inReach Mini 2 global satellite communicator rare $100 discount off MSRP

The rugged Garmin inReach Mini 2 global satellite communicator is now priced $100 off MSRP in a rare Amazon discount. The Mini 2 lets users to text anyone in the world, navigate GPS waypoints, and call for help during SOS distress...
David Chien, 02 Jun 2024 23:17
Oscal Pilot 2: Rugged smartphone with flashlight.

Oscal Pilot 2: Inexpensive rugged smartphone comes with two screens and fast flashlight

Blackview is offering a new smartphone in the Oscal Pilot 2, which comes with two screens and two LEDs and is said to be particularly suitable for use in demanding conditions.
Silvio Werner, 02 Jun 2024 04:12
Jeep's upcoming EV may be very similar to the Avenger EV currently sold in Europe, but Jeep may need to up the range for it to make sense to US drivers. (Image source: Jeep - edited)

Jeep to beat Tesla to $25,000 EV in US "very soon" - potential Citroën rebadge on the horizon for mainstream buyers

Jeep is confirmed to be launching an affordable electric vehicle in the US. The CEO of Jeep's parent company Stellantis has also promised that the vehicle will land in the US "very soon," although he declined to provide an exact l...
Julian van der Merwe, 30 May 2024 21:25
The S510. (Source: Getac)

Getac S510 debuts as rugged laptop with first-mover AI optimizations

Getac asserts that its new S510 is ready for the oncoming AI-powered revolution in field-work, as it comes complete with a physical Microsoft Copilot button. The 15.6-inch PC is equipped with up to Core Ultra 7 processors from Int...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 May 2024 19:38
The Ulefone Armor Pad 3 Pro is now available.

Ulefone Armor Pad 3 Pro: Rugged tablet launches with gigantic battery, two bright flashlights and three card slots

The Ulefone Armor Pad 3 Pro is a new tablet designed for demanding environments, featuring a huge battery, two powerful LEDs and a good grip. A cellular connection is also possible.
Silvio Werner, 16 May 2024 02:44
The 'new' XR21. (Source: HMD)

HMD debuts rugged 64MP camera Android smartphone with suspiciously familiar specs (and name)

HMD - which now releases smartphones independent of its usual Nokia brand-name - has announced its first-ever rugged smartphone. It pairs a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus-covered 120Hz display with an "AI" main camera and an estimat...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 May 2024 19:01
IIIF150 Air2 Ultra: Compact rugged smartphone with strong qualities and solid features.

IIIF150 Air2 Ultra: Compact, waterproof rugged smartphone comes with 5G, night vision, 2,400 cd/m² and in-display fingerprint sensor

The Air2 Ultra is a thin smartphone with protection against damage caused by dust, water and drops. The model has solid features and a fingerprint sensor is integrated into the display.
Silvio Werner, 13 May 2024 03:36
The Aquos wish4 is a new smartphone with a robust case and display

Rugged smartphone with restrained design: Sharp Aquos wish4 withstands drops and contact with water - and is not as bulky as its counterparts

Sharp, a manufacturer that is probably anything but unknown in this country, has unveiled a new smartphone, the Aquos wish4. It is set to launch at a relatively low price and is advertised with a particularly reinforced display, w...
Silvio Werner, 09 May 2024 09:29
The BL9000 Pro is now available for purchase.

BL9000 Pro: New rugged smartphone with dual SIM 5G, OIS and thermal imaging camera now available

Blackview is now offering a new rugged smartphone, the BL9000 Pro, that comes with a high-resolution thermal imaging camera, 5G and an up-to-date operating system. The main camera also features optical image stabilization.
Silvio Werner, 07 May 2024 04:19
The Black Shark GS3 is a new rugged smartwatch.

Black Shark GS3: Smartwatch from the Xiaomi ecosystem launches at a low price with GPS, navigation and 5 ATM water resistance

The Black Shark GS3 is a new and robust smartwatch from the Xiaomi ecosystem. It comes with powerful features and can also be used while swimming. The GNSS module supports various navigation systems.
Silvio Werner, 06 May 2024 05:52
The WP35. (Source: Oukitel)

Oukitel makes WP35 official as powerful alternative to Samsung Galaxy XCover7 at fraction of the price

Oukitel has now revealed that its latest smartphone has the same screen size, SoC and ingress-protection features as Samsung's own newest rugged handset. Then again, the WP35 has a significantly larger battery, has more RAM and al...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Apr 2024 18:02
Blackview BL9000 Pro: Rugged smartphone with thermal imaging camera.

Blackview BL9000 Pro: New rugged smartphone with thermal imaging camera, 5G and very fast charging

Blackview is offering a new and powerful rugged smartphone, the BL9000 Pro, that comes with a modern operating system and a high-resolution thermal imaging camera.
Silvio Werner, 26 Apr 2024 07:28
GS3: New rugged smartwatch with powerful features

Black Shark: Outdoor smartwatch from the Xiaomi ecosystem a potential rival to Garmin and the like

Black Shark has a new robust smartwatch in the pipeline, the GS3, which looks more or less like a typical outdoor smartwatch and is thus likely to be robust.
Silvio Werner, 24 Apr 2024 03:58
Cubot KingKong AX smartphone review – The outdoor phone with a second display and a 100-MP camera

79% Cubot KingKong AX smartphone review – The outdoor phone with a second display and a 100-MP camera

Slim mud runner. Are you looking for an outdoor phone that can easily be stashed away in your pockets despite its good protection class? Then the Cubot KingKong AX could very well meet this requirement, as it is relatively slim and features a second display on the back as its highlight. Did the stable phone manage to impress us during our test?
Mediatek Helio G99 | ARM Mali-G57 MP2 | 6.58" | 296 g
Florian Schmitt, 23 Apr 2024 00:53
Ulefone Armor Pad 3 Pro: New rugged tablet. (Image: Ulefone, via GSMArena)

Ulefone Armor Pad 3 Pro: Rugged tablet launching soon with a huge battery and additional features

The Ulefone Armor Pad 3 Pro is a new and well-equipped tablet that comes with an extra-large battery and is said to be protected against damage from water and dust.
Silvio Werner, 22 Apr 2024 03:20

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