Need a Rugged Cell Phone to Fit Your Life?
There are a number of rugged cell phone models that are designed to survive frequent contact with water, dust, smoke, shock, extreme temperatures and more. You'll see a number of the better options on this page and learn just a bit about future models to come. If you wish to learn more or purchase one of these phones, just click on the image.
Motorola Tundra
The Motorola Tundra is certainly a rugged cell phone. It is designed to be nearly impervious to dust, rain, humidity, and solar radiation. It can handle shock vibrations, high altitudes, and temerature extremes as well. It's perfect for those who work in rugged conditions as well as for those who just play hard. It's certified to Military Standards MI-SID-810F.This rugged cell phone provides push-to-talk, walkie-talkie style communication as well as flip phone style. It features integrated GPS to provide both voice and on screen turn by turn driving directions, a 2 megapixel digital camera with 4x zoom, and video capture capabilities, MP3 player (compatible with Bluetooth Stereo headsets), and built in HTML and WAP browsers for internet access. This phone has a 1.6" TFT LCD display and includes functions such as a speaker phone, alarm, calculator, and a phone book that will hold up to 1,000 names.
The Tundra is Bluetooth capable and can provide hands-free communication when needed. It provides users with e-mail, instant, SMS and multimedia messaging capabilities, and is even internationally compatible. This phone is available for $149.99 when signing up for a qualifying AT&T plan.
Samsung Rugby
The Samsung Rugby is a flip phone with push-to-talk functionality. It operates on AT&T's GSM network and features GPS navigation, a 1.3 megapixel camera with self-timer, white balance control, and panorama mode, as well as an music player.The Rugby provides a WAP 2.0 browser and HSDPA data speeds for video sharing as well as Bluetooth wireless technology for headsets and handsfree communication. Of course this is also a very rugged cell phone as it meets military specifications 810-F. It's dust, shock, rain, temperature, and humidity resistant.
Users get SMS, e-mail, instant, and multi-media messaging abilities as well as a handy external display, speakerphone, calculator, alarm, voice memo function, and much more. This phone is also available in yellow and can be purchased for as little as $49.99 when signing up for a qualifying AT&T plan.
Motorola Adventure
Another option for those seeking a rugged cell phone is the Motorola Adventure. This is another flip phone with push-to-talk functionality. It's offered by Verizon Wireless. This phone features a built-in VCast music player and 2 megapixel camera with self-timer and brightness controls which can also record QVGA quality video clips.Users also get voice activated dialing, voice driven menus, GPS support for turn by turn driving directions and a phone which meets military standards for shock, dust, heat, and vibration.
The Adventure has Bluetooth support for headsets and handsfree communication. It features a WAP2.0 browser, voice memo, alarm, calculator, calendar, speakerphone functions, and more. Users also get multi-media, SMS, e-mail, and instant messaging capabilities. This phone is available for as little as $49.99 when signing up for a qualifying Verizon Wireless plan.
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Still Looking for a Rugged Cell Phone? Here are some others
Sprint Sanyo Pro 700 Cell Phone Rugged
The Sanyo Pro 700 also meets military specifications regarding temperature, dust, shock, and water resistance. It's operates on a CDMA network. Learn more below.
Casio G'zOne Boulder Phone, Black/Silver (Verizon Wireless)
The G'zOne Boulder can be submerged in water as deep as 3 feet and survive. It's got an easy grip design/exterior. It's another cell phone that meets miliary specifications.Learn more about it below.
Sanyo Pro 700 Review
Casio G'Zone Boulder Review
Casio G'zOne Boulder Review
Phone Arena reviews the Casio G'zOne Boulder. The G'zOne series of phones are unlike any other found in the U.S. market, and the new Boulder steps up the game. Known for their rugged nature- the phone meets Mil Spec 810F standards for water, shock and dust- the Boulder brings new innovations like a digital compass and flashlight ... http://www.phonearena.com/
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What's on the Horizon for Rugged Cell Phones?
NTT DoCoMo recently showed off it's Prime F-01A. It's also a waterproof cell phone that allows you to make calls under water at a depth of about three feet for up to 30 minutes. It operates on GSM/W-CDMA networks. It features a 3.5-inch touchscreen and a built-in 5.2-megapixel digital camera. Models of it can already be found on e-Bay.
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- Ken M Ken M Aug 25, 2009 @ 4:55 pm
- In my career field cell phones do not last long. They either get crushed,dropped,broken or malfunction due to excessive RF Exsposure. It has happened several times. Now I am looking for another phone and this page has helped. Think I will give the Motorola Tundra a try.
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- TheGreenerMe TheGreenerMe Jun 18, 2009 @ 7:29 pm
- My husband needs one of these, too. He always is dropping his cellphone. It's only a matter of time before it breaks!
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- spirituality spirituality May 10, 2009 @ 10:38 am
- Great lens - you've been blessed by a squidoo angel :)
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- Treasures-By-Brenda Treasures-By-Brenda May 5, 2009 @ 3:46 pm
- You've really carved a nice niche out with your phones! BBB ~~ can you guess what that means?
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- JaguarJulie JaguarJulie May 1, 2009 @ 7:25 am
- Yep -- my hubby needs one of these -- especially if it can survive being in a pocket and falling into a swimming pool!!!





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