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
Doogee Dark-10 DK10 5G Rugged Phone, Android 13, 12-32GB+512GB Black
$949.00 – $1,498.00
90% EXPECTED DELIVERY WINDOW: 2-7 days
ANTUTU SCORE: 745,000
Doogee’s Dark-10 (DK10) is the most powerful rugged phone on the market, and slim and lightweight to boot. It’s a great option for those who want a fast smartphone but don’t want to pay up to $2499 at a telco store. It has the AMOLED screen normally used in the flagship models which, when paired with the rugged design means it is stronger than the flagship telco phones but not quite as tough as the heavier non-AMOLED rugged models.
With 512GB of storage compared to the 256GB on offer in most Galaxy or new iPhones, the Dark-10 puts you ahead of the pack.
1. CPU: Dimensity 8020 Octa Core 2.6GHz 6nm, 4 x Arm Cortex-A78 2.6GHz + 4 x Arm Cortex-A55 2.0GHz
2. GPU: Arm Mali-G77 MC9
3. Display: Main: 6.67 inch AMOLED, 1080 x 2400 pixel, 120Hz refresh rate, 394 PPI Pixel density, Corning Gorilla Glass 5, 16.7 million colors, 20:9 Aspect Ratio
4. Operating system: Android 13
5. Sensor: Rapid Charge, Sound Amplifier, G-sensor, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor, Compass (magnetic), Geomagnetism, Gyroscope, fingerprint sensor(side-mounted)
6. Memory: 12GB (extended 20GB virtual RAM up to 32GB RAM ; ROM: 512GB
7. Storage Extend: TF card up to 2TB (not included)
8. Sim-card type: Nano Sim card + Nano Sim card + T card (choose two from three)
9. Charge & Earphone Port: Type-C
Specifications
11. Network Bands:
A. 5G NR: N1/N3/N5/N7/N8/N20/N28/N38/N40/N41/N71/N77/N78/N79
B. 4G: FDD-LTE B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B13/B17/B18/B19/B20/B25/B26/B28A/B28B/B66/B71; TDD-LTE: B34/B38/B39/B40/B41
C. 3G: WCDMA: B1/B2/B4/B5/B6/B8/B19
D. 2G: GSM: B2/B3/B5/B8
E. Support 4G VoLTE
12. Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi6 (ax/ac/a/b/g/n)
13. BT: V5.1
14. Positioning: GPS, Glonass, Galileo, Beidou, L1+L5
15. FM: Support, Plug in headphones to support external playback
16. NFC: Support, Support Google Pay, It depends on whether the local country supports it
17. OTG: Support, Support reverse charging
18. Battery: Lithium-ion battery, 5150mAh, 1-3 days of normal use, 24 days of standby, 31 hours of talk time
19. Charge: 120W Flash Charging + 50W Wireless Charging + Reverse Charging
20. Dimensions: 181.7 x 83.1 x 12.7mm
21. Protection: IP68/IP69K / MIL-STD-810H Waterproof Dustproof Shockproof
Camera:
1. Rear Camera: 50MP AI main S5KGN1 F1.95 + 64MP F1.75 Night vision + 50MP F2.2 125 degree wide Angle & macro camera + 16MP F2.46 long focus camera，2.0 x optical zoom / 30x digital zoom
2. Front camera: 32MP Hi5022Q F2.45
3. Camera Function: Rear: HDR, AI Camera, Water Mark, Night Vision, Video, Picture, Time Lapse, Beauty, slow motion, Pro Mode, Portrait, Gif, Panorama, Mono, Bokeh, QR Code, Film, Wide Angle, Macro ; Front: Video, Picture, Portrait, Gif, Filter, Brand watermark, Mirror, Beauty
Package List:
1. Cellphone x 1
2. Type-C USB Cable x 1
3. Charger (120W) x 1
4. Anti-explosion film (pre-applied) x 1
5. Packing Box x 1
6. Manual x 1
7. Warranty Card x 1
| Choose price and warranty options | I am a trade buyer and I do not need any warranty, I do not need the screen breakage warranty, just the Premium Ultra 12 months warranty, I do not need the screen breakage warranty, just the Premium Supreme 24 months warranty, Yes, I need one free screen replacement if broken in first two years and 24 mth Premium Supreme warranty |
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AGM Guardian Elite rugged phone – 12GB/256GB, Android 12, 500 metre Thermal Cam, Qualcomm 6490 chipset, Loud Speaker, NightVis, 7000mAh, Dual 5G VoLTE, VoWifi
$1,789.00 – $2,199.00Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page90% EXPECTED DELIVERY TARGET: 1-7 days
ANTUTU BENCHMARK: 601,000
USAGE WARNING: The thermal camera sensor on the back is the most advanced in a phone, but it can be damaged by exposure to prolonged direct sunlight even when not in use. Always place phone face up and NEVER take a thermal photo of the sun. Burn-in damage will not be covered by the warranty
The Guardian Elite G2 is the most powerful and advanced rugged phone available (May 2023), and its price reflects that. Powered by America’s Qualcomm 6490 chipset, The Guardian G2 has the most sophisticated thermal camera available on a phone. It shares the same high resolution as the Glory Pro and G1S, but adds a monocular lens to sense car engine heat from a kilometre away and human body heat from 500 metres.
Features
1. 1. 6.58 inch FHD+ 2408 x 1080 pixel screen, you can enjoy media in stunning detail and vivid color.
2. Adopt Qualcomm QCM6490 octa core CPU, combine with 12GB RAM + 256GB ROM large memory, operate the phone smoothly.
3. 108MP AF + 2MP macro Camera + 20MP night vision camera with infrared LEDs back camera, capture the wonderful moment, make the photo sharp and vivid.
4. Powered by 7000mAh large capacity battery, the battery will make the phone last for several days in normal use.
5. IP68 IP69K standard waterproof and dustproof, can be submerged in water and is immune to dust ingress while its protective rubberized outer provides tough shell for protection against drops and also makes it easy to hold.4. IP68/IP69K level waterproof dustproof shockproof(1.5m /30 minutes waterproof, 1m / 24 hours concrete deep dustproof, 1.5M drop resistance), it can be used in wide usage scenarios and applications.
5. Equipped with 4 cameras, 108MP HM2 CMOS sensor (F1.89) + 5MP S5K5E9 CMOS sensor macro lens(F3.0, 60x magnification, 2cm) + 8MP S5K4H7 CMOS sensor 118 degree wide angle lens (F2.2) and 32MP front in-screen cameras, take high quality pictures and excellent selfie.
6. Powered by 9600mAh high capacity li-polymer battery, support 66W superfast charge, support 15W wireless charging, makes phone charging safer and easier. -
Covid Smartwatch Q-OPS21 – heart rate, body temp, blood oxygen, blood pressure, message alerts, IP68 water resistant
$149.00Add to cartThe ideal smartwatch in a covid world – even the big brands have not introduced this level of health tech yet. We tested 12 Chinese smartwatch models – only two showed the level of accuracy on the biomed functions that we demanded. The Q-OPS21 is used by Outdoor Phone Store staff. It automatically tracks heartbeat and body temperature, detecting a 39.4 fever in one staffer which was then verified by a thermometer, and also recorded blood pressure figures similar to an Omron reading taken moments later. Wristwatch blood pressure tech is still in its infancy so it’s not medical grade, but it will show you trends up or down once the watch gets to understand your normal. Blood oxygen (SpO2) saturation – one of the key covid early warning tools – is also built in. All the collected data from the various medical functions is synced to an app on your phone and daily reports can even be emailed to your doctor. In addition to the cutting edge health tech, this smartwatch offers the usual functions of call and app alerts, but it doesn’t allow you to talk via the watch itself – our other model, the MX-OPS5, offers that function but doesn’t monitor body temperature. 12 month RTB warranty
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AGM H6 – 8GB/256GB, Android 13, VoLTE, VoWIFI
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CHIPSET: Unisoc T606
ANTUTU SPEED: 246,000Discover the AGM H6: Rugged Elegance Meets Performance!
Introducing the AGM H6, the ultimate rugged smartphone that combines durability with sleek design. With its 6.56-inch HD+ display and 90Hz refresh rate, enjoy smooth visuals and immersive experiences. The Unisoc Tiger T606 chipset and 8GB RAM ensure seamless multitasking and efficient performance, while the 256GB ROM provides ample storage for all your apps, photos, and videos.
The AGM H6 is IP68 and IP69K certified, offering exceptional protection against dust and water. Built to MIL-STD-810H standards, it can withstand drops, shocks, and extreme conditions, making it perfect for outdoor adventures. The 50MP dual AI camera captures stunning photos and videos, while the 8MP front camera ensures high-quality selfies.
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All Terrain Outdoor Phone Holster
$39.99Add to cartThey 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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