WARNING: Beware of Cowboys selling “cheap” rugged phones
Some big rugged phones sites and TradeMe sellers are trying to flog-off phones that don’t work in rural areas, and which may not work anywhere once Vodafone and Spark switch off the 3G cellsites next year – and they’re lying to their customers about it, still promising “compatible with all NZ 3G/4G networks”.
To help you avoid being stung, we’ve compiled a database of all rugged phones and whether they are really compatible. Read more at the links
All Terrain Outdoor Phone Holster
$39.99
They don’t sell these at your local telco shop. Essential all-terrain phone pouch and belt-on carry-pack for everyone working or playing outdoors.In the case of an emergency your phone and other survival gear can be close at hand, strapped to your belt. Don’t go into the outdoors badly equipped. Be prepared. Strap on a waterproof rugged phone with more signal coverage than anything the telcos sell. Take a back-up pocket power-bank with you in case you need to recharge.
(Product does not include accessories in photos, what you put in the phone holster is over to you)
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AGM M7 basic phone with charging dock, 1GB/8GB, IP68/69K waterproof, PTT, 4G
$279.00Read moreNeed a basic phone for workers without time-wasting bells and whistles? The AGM M7 provides phone and txt, with the added functionality of Push-To-Talk and messaging apps like WhatsApp, but with only 8GB of space no-one is going to be downloading games. (NOTE: no VoLTE in NZ so may be unable to make emergency calls in rural areas, but can access the rural 4G towers for PTT, WhatsApp, Skype etc)
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AGM H5 Pro rugged phone – 8GB/128GB, Android 12, Loud Speaker, NightVis, 7000mAh, Dual 4G VoLTE, VoWifi
$699.00 – $899.00Select options90% EXPECTED DELIVERY TIME: 1-7 days
AnTuTu processor speed: 239,000
The AGM H5 Pro is the same as the cheaper H5 but with 8GB RAM and a much faster Helio G85 processor with DOUBLE the grunt of a standard H5. AGM’s new mid-range workhorse – a solid reliable all-weather rugged phone with the biggest battery AGM have ever deployed: 7000mAh. With a 109dB super loudspeaker you won’t miss calls on the worksite or factory floor, and it has a 48MP Samsung camera with 20MP night vision. Make sure you add the optional desktop charging dock.
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AGM M8 Flip – non-Android basic phone, IP68 rugged, no VoLTE
$199.00Add to cartPros: It has easy to read keypad and screen, and three phone numbers can be programmed into M1-3 memory keys for one press dialling. A very loud speaker makes it easy to hear, and the phone is rugged so will likely survive drops.
An SOS emergency key can be programmed to dial 111 or another number of your choice, and long pressing the 0 key turns on a torch. Ideal for elderly relatives or as a first phone for kids.
If you are primarily using it to make or receive phone calls it’s a great phone. But it won’t browse the web or run Android apps, and it has the slow, finicky texting that these kind of phones had back in the 2000s – so if you like sending texts you are better off with an Android phone.
This phone does not support rural VoLTE so it is best used in urban locations and will cease working when the 3G networks are switched off in 2025.
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Smartphone endoscope camera – 5m, 720p HD, 6 LED lights, Wifi
$119.00Add to cartKey Features…
- Ultra thin 8mm endoscope can go where other cameras won’t fit
- IP67 waterproof design allows you to use it in the toughest of environments
- 720p resolution provides you with clear and detailed footage straight onto your smartphone
- 5 Meter long flexible cable lets the camera go round corners giving access to almost anywhere
- We are importing officially which means your purchase is fully GST and tax deductible for NZ business purposes
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