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
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Ulefone Power Armor 18 5G rugged phone – 12-17GB/256GB Dimensity 900, Android 12, 108MP Samsung camera, Dual VoLTE, 9600 mAh
$849.00 – $1,129.00Select options90% EXPECTED DELIVERY TARGET: 1-7 days
ANTUTU BENCHMARK: 482,000
Ulefone’s Armor 18 series uses the Mediatek Dimensity 900 chipset which makes it about as powerful as a Samsung Galaxy S20. A key feature of this phone is its ability to use storage space for a virtual 5GB RAM boost when necessary, so it can deliver up to 17GB or RAM for multitasking. With a big 9600 mAh battery this is another weighty phone but will do what you need at the site or in the office.
Most Ulefones are glued shut/not repairable/expensive-disposable-toys; THIS model is repairable.
Features
1. MediaTek Dimensity 900 MT6877 octa core 2x Cortex-A78 + 6x Cortex-A55 up to 2.4GHz CPU, good performance, run fast and operate smoothly.
2. 6.58 inch display, small body, large view, 2408 x 1080 pixel, high clear, vivid colors, good for watching video, playing games.
3. 360 degree all round protection, it is rugged and durable to use.
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. -
AGM H3 – 4GB/64GB, Android 11, VoLTE, VoWIFI, Night Vision
$439.00 – $669.00Select options90% EXPECTED DELIVERY WINDOW: 1-7 working days
CHIPSET: Helio P22
ANTUTU SPEED: 102,000AGM H3 Features
1. Fully rugged IP68 smartphone built to withstand the toughest of environments.
2. Adopt MTK6762 octa core CPU, 4GB RAM 64GB ROM large memory, operate the phone smoothly.
3. 12MP AF 2MP macro Camera 13MP night vision camera with 2 infrared LEDs back camera, capture the wonderful moment, make the photo sharp and vivid.
4. 5.7 inch FHD 1440×720 pixel screen, you can enjoy media in stunning detail and vivid color.
5. Powered by 5400mAh large capacity battery, the battery will make the phone last for several days in normal use.
6. 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.
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AGM H5 rugged phone – 6GB/128GB, Android 12, Loud Speaker, NightVis, 7000mAh, Dual 4G VoLTE, VoWifi
Read more90% EXPECTED DELIVERY TIME: 1-7 days
CHIPSET: Helio G35
ANTUTU SPEED: 109,000The AGM H5 is 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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