Smartphones with rubberized casing. Indestructible shockproof smartphones. Secure phone: how to choose, advantages and disadvantages

Do you often break your smartphone? Then you are shown a shockproof device with reliable protection, which is guaranteed to survive falls and, possibly, submersion under water. Below is a current selection of models that you can safely buy in April-June 2019.

1st place – Blackview BV9500

The best in 2019 is Blackview BV9500. You can do anything with it and it will remain in working order. The device received Android 8.1 out of the box, made in a shock-resistant and waterproof case.

What's good:

• Compliant with US military protection standard MIL-STD-810G + Gorilla Glass 5 on the screen.
• IPS screen with high resolution and pixel density – 2160×1080.
• Camera with 2 modules – 16 MP, f/2 + depth sensor with a resolution of 0.3 MP.
• Processor – MediaTek Helio P23 with 8 cores and Mali-G71 MP2 graphics + 4 GB of RAM.
• Very capacious 10,000 mAh battery. This is one of the largest batteries on the market, which gives 60 hours of talk time, which is almost a record. Judging by the reviews on Yandex.Market, with active use you have to charge the phone once a week.
• Fast charging, wireless charging + USB Type C is a very rare combination in an inexpensive phone.
• 2 SIM + separate slot for flash drive.

What's bad:

• Blackview is practically a Noname brand that does not inspire confidence.
• Problems with the software are possible.
• The phone is a “shovel”, not for girls.
• Imaginary “Bokeh” when shooting. There is no exact definition of depth here; the phone simply blurs the background beyond the specified radius.

Blackview BV9500 is the best shockproof smartphone you can safely buy in 2019.

2nd place – DOOGEE S80

Doogee is a recognizable brand in China, and now in Russia. The device also comes with Android 8.1, made in metal shock durable housing with water protection.

What's good:

• Full HD+ display 6 inches diagonal + scratch-resistant glass.
• Cameras with resolutions of 12 + 5 MP, f/1.8 aperture, + LED flash.
• Processor – MediaTek Helio P23. The same chip is found on the previous phone in the rating. This is a confident “average” car that provides normal performance - it will pull simple tasks. There is also 6 GB of RAM.
• NFC, USB Type-C+ fast charging MediaTek PumpExpress+ 2.0
• 10080 mAh battery providing 160 hours of talk time. A full charging cycle lasts 5 hours. Under the most intense use scenario, the phone lasts for 2 days.

What's bad:

• No headphone output.
• Average main camera - suitable for shooting only in good lighting.
• Not the best screen sensor.
• At the lowest level, the phone screams loudly.

Despite its shortcomings, DOOGEE S80 is a thing that you can safely take and not be afraid to drop.

3rd place – LG G7 Fit

This model does not look like a rugged, protected smartphone with a shockproof body, but in fact it remains one. The device is waterproof and complies with the military standard MIL-STD-810G.

What's good:

• Cool IPS screen with a resolution of 3120x1440, which gives a pixel density of 563 ppi. Support for HDR10 and Dolby Vision is announced, which is very cool.
• Android 8.1 out of the box + update to 9 Pie.
• An old but powerful flagship processor released in 2016 – Snapdragon 821.
• Camera with a resolution of 16 megapixels and f/2.2 aperture; front - with a resolution of 8 megapixels.
• Cool sound from headphones, declared support for DTS: X.
• Fast charging, NFC, Wi-Fi 5 GHz, Bluetooth 4.2.

What's bad:

• Old processor. It would be more appropriate to use a fresh mid-segment chip here instead of the old flagship one.
• The 3000 mAh battery hardly provides high autonomy.
• The cameras are mediocre.
• If large and heavy “shovels” like Blackview and Doogee are not of interest to you or you simply don’t trust Chinese manufacturers, then take the reliable and proven LG G7 Fit.

4th place – DOOGEE S70

Like the S80, this is a good device, made in a shock-resistant case with water protection, supports 2 Sim cards and collects good feedback on Yandex.Market.

What's good:

• IPS display 6 inches diagonal, resolution – 2160×1080, pixel density 403 ppi + scratch-resistant glass.
• Camera: 12 + 5 MP, f/1.8 aperture. On high quality Don't count on it, but you'll get pretty decent photos during the day.
• The same average MediaTek Helio P23 processor, ideal for simple tasks.
• 5500 mAh battery + fast charging. The stated talk time is 80 hours.
• USB Type-C connector, wireless charging, NFC.

What's bad:

• Problems with the software are possible. Some users report cases of spontaneous rebooting. Some applications may not work (for example, barometer).
• No headphone jack.
• A bunch of functions whose purpose is unclear.
• The phone is big – a real “shovel”.

5th place – DOOGEE S55

And another smartphone from Doji, this time a cheaper model that received Android 8 out of the box. As expected, the phone is made in a shock-resistant and water-resistant case, supports 2 SIM cards.

What's good:

• Display with HD resolution and low pixel density – 293 ppi. Despite this, there are no individual pixels on the matrix. Above - protective glass.
• 5500 mAh battery, support fast charging PumpExpress+ 2.0. The stated talk time is 35 hours.
• The MediaTek MT6750 processor is weak, but not power-hungry, quite appropriate in an inexpensive smartphone.

What's bad:

• Micro-USB connector for charging.
• There are complaints about the software - the settings of SIM cards are lost.
• Not the best high time work with a 5500 mAh battery.
• 2-module rear camera: 13 + 8 MP with f/2 aperture. The quality of photos and videos is low.
• The rubber plugs in the connectors are difficult to remove.
• Not high quality sound from the speakers.

Neither more nor less - the most sophisticated shockproof smartphone in the world. Just as Xiaomi made smartphones with a capacious battery fashionable, Motorola was the first to create a prestigious rugged smartphone in the body of a regular model.

The experiment began with the 2015 Moto X Force. At that time, the model was super-top, with one main difference from its competitors - the screen covered with several layers of protective plates. All other characteristics of the armored motorcycle were typical for flagships, and the stupid Snapdragon processor 810, and cheap cameras were inferior to the creations of Samsung and Apple, but the X Force was far from a budget-feeling device that was incredibly difficult to break, and due to this it became a cult

mobile phone (as opposed to shame and disgrace in the form of the reincarnation of Nokia 3310). Therefore, it is not surprising that Motorola released a rugged model for the Z-series in 2016.

New times, unfortunately, dictate new trends, so the secure smartphone has become a little more “glamorous” to please more buyers. There are now many more vulnerable places for scratches on the body, and the fingerprint scanner on the front panel is now easy to “knock off” instead of the screen if the smartphone lands poorly. The camera on the back panel sticks out from the body like a large round glass - it is not provided with a protective “armor”, because, according to Motorola’s idea, buyers will attach modules to the back cover. And also because of the “need to do it like Apple” complex, Motorola removed the standard headphone jack - connect, they say, a headset via an adapter or directly to USB Type-C.

Therefore, in terms of the ratio of strength and bells and whistles, the old Moto X Force looks preferable, but only in the “zetka” you will get a modern and very fast processor Snapdragon, cool AMOLED display with Quad HD resolution, capacious battery and modern quality cameras. And all this in the thinnest case, by the standards of rugged smartphones, 7 millimeters thick, like your iPhone 7!

But you will have to pay for such a combination, and in foreign stores and in large quantities - the new Moto Z Force will cost from 35 to 45 thousand rubles and is unlikely to become cheaper. Be that as it may, we recommend it to everyone who craves the coolest mobile phone that is guaranteed not to break after falling from their hands onto concrete.

Samsung Galaxy S7 Active - a macho flagship in camouflage

Samsung is doing well everywhere, and Koreans are also paying attention to the class of secure phones. Ever since the Galaxy S5, Korean flagships have received tuned versions with water protection. The Galaxy S7, which is still relevant today, has also become an “SUV”, but only in its flat (without a curved display) version. And even with a 4000 mAh battery, that is, with the main drawback of the regular S7 corrected.

The level of water protection in the smartphone is the same as in the “just Galaxy S7” - according to the IP68 certificate (it will survive under water for half an hour at a depth of up to 1.5 meters without any problems). But the body of the smartphone is no longer glossy and not rectangular in Korean style, so it will appeal to those who are annoyed by Samsung’s “washy” shapes. And the most important thing is that in this “body kit” the S7 is protected according to the military standard MIL-STD-810G, that is, it is not afraid of exposure to high and low temperatures, extreme shaking and dust, and will also survive a fall of one and a half meters onto a flat surface without consequences.

Samsung Galaxy S7 Active

True, it is not nearly as heavily armored as Motorola's Force series. The display is covered with plastic, under which is hidden the same protective glass Gorilla Glass. Therefore, it is better not to drop your smartphone “for fun,” as X Force owners like to do.

There are no spare parts for the outlandish model anywhere, it is sold only in the USA exclusively from the AT&T operator, the firmware from the “simple” Galaxy S7 is not suitable, the Russian language has to be installed using “workarounds”, and buying a smartphone abroad will cost about 35 thousand rubles. Not as cheap as for a smartphone, let’s assume, without a guarantee, which also needs to be adapted for work in Russia. But this is a real Galaxy S7 with its cool camera, the very best AMOLED display, flagship and very high-quality filling. There is simply no other equally prestigious rugged smartphone.

Blackview BV7000 Pro - cheap and sophisticated

Every smartphone, in addition to its basic characteristics, has the so-called “moral strength”. It lies in the fact that a priori you will handle a mobile phone worth 40–50 thousand rubles more carefully than budget model- you won’t talk on the flagship in a dusty place, you’ll wrap your glass smartphone in a cheap case from Aliexpress and filthy films. In general, you will make futile attempts to keep your expensive mobile phone, even at the expense of the freedom to use it.

This makes sense if you are a geek who uses full blast filling of an indecently expensive model. But why “protect yourself” and spend huge sums if you just need a modern, moderately fast smartphone for a little bit of everything? It’s enough just not to be a “mobile photographer” and look around a little to pick up a very fast and inexpensive Chinese phone, which, moreover, will not be too much to spare.

Among the protected models, the Blackview BV7000 Pro looks like a smart option - one of the newest and most technically advanced protected “Chinese”. Water protection class IP68, durable protective glass, which, although it will not save you from falling from a great height, will not crack from moderate impacts. In general, the smartphone is not completely indestructible, but very strong.

Blackview BV7000 Pro

But the trick lies in the ratio of characteristics and price. For 11 thousand rubles you get a faceted model with metal inserts, a Full HD display, a quite sensible MT6750T processor (don’t be alarmed - this is a “reinvented” MT6753) with up to 4 GB random access memory, 64 GB of storage + microSD slot and 3500 mAh with a five-inch display diagonal. The characteristics look decent even without taking into account the surcharge for water protection and partial impact resistance.

Flaws? Mediocre cameras(not horror-horror, but like in smartphones costing 6-7 thousand in Russia), unpredictable build quality from copy to copy and almost no support from the manufacturer. That is, the “glitches” of the firmware are the problems of buyers, and not the motivation for releasing an update over the air.

Blackview BV7000 Pro

But the smartphone is cheap, sophisticated and secure - competitors are either noticeably more expensive, or are filled with old hardware, and are also not bug-free. Don’t expect that you will get a completely problem-free BV7000 Pro, but if you have experience in disputes on Aliexpress (to extract a discount from the seller for defects) and without the pathos of “everything that worse than iPhone- scrap metal" can be taken.

But seriously, the Chinese brand AGM produces smartphones, as they say, every week, but it doesn’t look like just another “bracker” manufacturer. Normal (not cool, but normal) filling for the money, and not exactly a Chinese price. In short, the realities are as follows:

• Snapdragon 617- today it has turned into a budget Snapdragon 430. Eight leisurely cores.
• 4/64 GB of memory. Solid, especially against the background of crafts with 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of storage internal storage in official retail.
• 5.5" Full HD AMOLED display. Excellent considering the price.
• 5400 mAh battery. We remember the efficiency of the display and rejoice. We find out that the smartphone supports Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 fast charging and rejoice again.
• dual rear camera. Bad dual camera, worse than in Redmi Pro. That is, the additional sensor is needed only for post-processing to slightly improve the picture. But the automation is a bit dull, and high-quality pictures are only taken on a very sunny day.
• Fingerprint's scanner.Thank you for being alive, as they say.

Everything else is so-so. Android 5.1 (yes, in 2017), although the Chinese promise an update to Android 7.0, the speaker is of low quality, the system is periodically plagued by glitches and freezes for no particular reason. But there is water protection (IP68), the body is durable, and battery life is good. Whether to pay 16 thousand rubles for such joy is an open question. X-First has as many alternatives good characteristics“on paper” there is practically nothing. And the reliability of both AGM and its Chinese counterparts is questionable.

Phones that can survive being dropped on a hard surface or immersed in water can be roughly divided into two groups - specialized gadgets that look like an armored SUV, and regular models certified to a certain protection standard.

For most people looking for a waterproof smartphone, there is no point in purchasing an Outdor device. A regular phone with water protection is perfect for them, since not only flagships, but also mid-range devices can now boast such a feature. price category.

Waterproof smartphones

Each such device is certified according to the IP standard, which indicates the degree of its security. The most common classes are:

• IP56 – partial protection from dust, protection from contact with water (splashes, jets);
• IP57 – partial protection from dust, maintaining operability during short-term immersion in water to a depth of no more than 1 meter;
• IP67 – complete protection against dust and short-term immersion in water;
• IP68 – complete protection against dust and water for prolonged immersion of 1 meter or more.

In this nomenclature, the first digit indicates the degree of resistance to penetration of solid objects into the housing, the second - the resistance to liquid. By “short-term” we mean immersion in water for 30 minutes, which is guaranteed not to affect the performance of the gadget.

First waterproof smartphones SONY began producing, after which market leaders Samsung and Apple joined in. However, looking ahead, we will say that the moisture protection of Sony smartphones is worse than that of its competitors.

It is made using special plugs, which dry out over time and do not provide proper tightness, and the risk of accidentally closing the plug not completely and because of this, no one has canceled the gadget. Smartphones from Samsung and latest version iPhones do not have such a weak point; membranes located inside the case are responsible for their sealing, which is not only more reliable, but also more practical, since when charging or connecting headphones you do not need to pull the plug out of the connector every time.

Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge

Both versions of the Samsung flagship are certified according to the IP68 protection standard. The fact that smartphones live up to their promises can be judged by numerous gadget tests on YouTube. For example, one of the bloggers decided to check how long a phone would last if it was continuously in water, he placed the smartphone with the camera turned on in a jar of water and went to bed, and in the morning he discovered a fully working device with a dead battery, which turned on as if nothing had happened after charging.

Also, the Galaxy S line uses special sensors that detect the presence of moisture on the contacts inside the case, and when you try to charge the device in this state, they give an error. Thus, the smartphone protects its filling from corrosion, which can cause its complete inoperability.

There is no need to talk about the characteristics of these smartphones; top flagships with a reference screen, the best camera on the market (the only competitor is Google Pixel) and powerful iron. The differences between the devices are in the shape of the case, with the more expensive Edge having curved screen Not everyone is comfortable to use.

iPhone 7 and 7 Plus

Moisture protection in Apple gadgets appeared with the release of the 7th iPhone generation, which received water resistance according to the IP67 standard. Despite the lower protection class than SGS 7, in practice the iPhone can withstand immersion in water no worse.

In the video you can see how the two flagships were first immersed in water to a depth of 1.5 meters (while the iPhone with its IP67 on paper retains its protective properties at a depth of no more than 1 m), where both devices worked without problems. Upon further diving, the first to give up was the Galaxy S7, which stopped turning on after spending 5 minutes at a depth of 10 m, while the iPhone remained operational under the same conditions, but received damage to the bottom of the screen.

Sony Xperia XZ

Xperia XZ is the latest waterproof phone on the market that belongs to the flagship class and has top-end specifications. The gadget is certified according to the maximum protection standard IP68. We have already written about the fact that SONY smartphones have a weak link in the form of plugs, but this time the company’s engineers made a flagship with internal moisture protection, leaving the above inconveniences to middle-class smartphones.

Waterproof Sony smartphone The Xperia XZ itself is extremely controversial. It has enough advantages - cool design, powerful hardware, excellent stereo speakers and high-quality sound in headphones, decent front-camera. But this model also has many disadvantages: the smartphone heats up noticeably under load, has a modest operating time battery life and a poorly calibrated screen, and the vaunted 23 MP camera is noisy even in good lighting due to its excessive resolution. In general, we can only recommend this mobile phone to fans of the SONY brand.

Galaxy A5 and A7 (2017)

Among liquid-resistant smartphones in the mid-price category, it looks the most attractive Galaxy line A from Samsung, namely the A5 and A7 models. These two gadgets were not chosen by chance, since the younger version of the A3 is significantly inferior to them in terms of characteristics and camera.

A series smartphones have a design similar to the company’s flagships and high level moisture protection according to IP68 standard. What sets them apart from their competitors is their ability to full use 2 SIM cards (there is a separate slot for a flash drive), a cool camera, a proprietary AMOLED display and an NFC chip that allows contactless payments. Disadvantages: not the highest performance in the class and, perhaps, a bit overpriced.

Motorola Moto G3

In the budget segment, there are practically no waterproof devices from A-brands; Moto G3 is the last of the Mohicans, since already in the recently presented 4th generation of the G line, the manufacturer decided to abandon water protection. However, at the beginning of 2017, the Moto G3, certified to the IPX7 standard (withstands immersion to a depth of 1 m for 30 minutes), looks very good.

The device is powered by a Snapdragon 410 chip (1.4 GHz), has a 5’’ HD IPS screen, 8/2 GB of memory + Micro SD, and a 2470 mAh battery - competitive characteristics for a smartphone costing 8 thousand. In addition, MOTO G3 boasts good camera, a high-quality speaker, a full-fledged slot for 2 SIMs and the ability to update the design using replaceable panels. Considering the cost, the device has no serious shortcomings.

Oukitel K6000 Pro

If you are looking for an inexpensive chinese smartphone With powerful battery and moisture protection - Oukitel K6000 Pro is ideal for these requirements. The gadget is certified to the IP64 protection standard (withstands contact with splashes without consequences and does not allow dust to enter the body), and is also equipped with an impressive 6000 mAh battery, which provides up to 10 hours of screen operation.

The K6000 Pro is also good in other respects - it is made in a metal case, has a 5.5’’ FHD IPS screen, 32/3 GB of memory and a 13/5 MP camera. Weak point is an average processor MTK6753 (1.3 GHz), which generally works quickly, but sags in resource-intensive 3D games. If you are not afraid of having to order a phone from AlieExpress (unlike A-brand products, you can’t just buy Oukitel in Moscow or any other city), then the K6000 Pro can be safely recommended for purchase.

Protective case – a universal option for any smartphone

Most popular smartphone models can be made waterproof using special cases. Similar accessories are available for new iPhone models, smartphones from Samsung and other A-brands. The case is best option protecting your gadget when relaxing on the beach, on a hike, and in any other pastime that increases the risk of ruining your smartphone.

A good waterproof iPhone case is the Lifeproof Free, Griffin Survivor, or Morphie Juice Pack. For Samsung Galaxy, we recommend looking at the Promate Diver and Thule Atmos cases. They cost about 3-6 thousand rubles, are bulky in size and not the most attractive in appearance, but more effective way Protecting an ordinary smartphone on an active vacation has not yet been invented.

Shockproof smartphones

Many modern smartphones They survive falls from moderate heights without consequences, the reason for this is the use of crack-resistant tempered Corning Gorilla Glass in their construction. There are also completely indestructible smartphones (at least according to the manufacturer’s promises) of the outdoor class, which are distinguished by their deliberately massive dimensions, the presence of rubber inserts and similar security attributes.

At the same time, SUVs, at a high price, often have modest characteristics typical of ordinary smartphones that are 2-3 times cheaper. Therefore, before purchasing such a gadget, decide exactly how you will use it and why you need it at all.

Moto X Force

A unique smartphone of its kind, which, due to Corning glass, a special display design and a metal frame, is able to survive falls that would turn most outdoor phones into trash. Also, the strength of the structure is complemented back cover made of Kevlar fiber intended for the manufacture of body armor.

In terms of characteristics, X-Force corresponds to the flagships of the beginning of last year - Snapdragon 810, AMOLED Quad HD screen with a diagonal of 5.4’’, 32/3 GB of memory + flash drives up to 2 TB, 21 and 5 MP cameras, 3760 mAh battery with support wireless charging. We only note that although the device is shock resistant, it is not waterproof.

Blackview BV6000

BV6000 is a shockproof, dustproof and waterproof (IP68 standard) phone with a powerful battery and very good hardware in its class. In addition to a very good design, as for rugged gadgets, the BV6000 boasts a Helio P10 processor, 32/3 GB of memory, an HD 4.7’’ IPS screen, 13/5 MP cameras and a thick 4500 mAh battery.

The rubberized body of the BV6000 weighs a whopping 247 grams and is 16.6 mm thick. The advantages of a smartphone also include the presence NFC module and soon, according to the manufacturer, an update to Android 7.0 Nougat. Disadvantages - weak camera and mediocre quality of the main speaker.

HOMTOM HT20

HT20 is one of the few rugged smartphones that can be seriously considered for everyday use. This shockproof and waterproof (IP 68) phone has a relatively compact size, decent appearance and fast hardware.

On board the gadget there are 16/2 GB of memory, 13/5 MP cameras, a 3500 battery and a 4.7’’ HD IPS screen, all of this works on the basis MediaTek processor MT6737 (1.3 GHz). There is also a fingerprint scanner and a slot for memory cards up to 64 GB. At the same time, the smartphone has an affordable price; you can buy it for 7-8 thousand rubles.

TeXet TM-4083

Texet – domestic manufacturer smartphones, protected gadgets in the assortment of which occupy a prominent place. A waterproof phone TeXet TM-4083 complies with the IP68 standard, its screen is covered with DragonTail tempered glass, and the body has a rubberized coating with a special pattern that ensures the device’s grip.

The characteristics are modest - MT6580 processor, 8/1 GB of memory + flash drives up to 32 GB, 8 and 1.3 MP cameras, 2600 mAh battery. It is the modest battery that is the main drawback of this device, in all other respects it is great phone for extreme operating conditions.

Senseit R450

R450 is one of the thinnest rugged smartphones with a thickness of 12.5 mm and a nice design. The smartphone complies with IP67 protection class, has a rubberized body with a shock-resistant metal edging and mechanical buttons under the screen that allow you to take calls with gloves on, without unlocking the screen.

The device runs on pure Android 6.0, the technical characteristics are comparable to the Texet discussed above, but the battery here is thicker - 3000 mAh, which, together with more optimized power consumption, provides almost 30-40% better autonomy. So, with continuous video playback, screen activity is almost 12 hours.

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Sony Xperia Go

The most budget-friendly holder of an IP67 dust and moisture protection certificate is produced in Japan - Sony has closed an entire niche with its universal and inexpensive, forcing competitors to look for free zones in other price categories.

The reliable and lightweight gadget is equipped with a five-megapixel camera, a dual-core proprietary processor with a frequency of 1 GHz and 4 GB of internal memory. However, there is also an expansion slot - installing a microSD card will allow you to load another 32 GB of various content into the smartphone.

A 1300 mAh battery would look weak in flagship devices with high-definition displays, but for a resolution of 320x480 (3.5-inch diagonal) this volume is quite enough. Sony Xperia Go is relevant both for lovers of tourist expeditions (the charge can easily be stretched over 3 light days) and for those who are used to seeing their phone in perfect store condition. average price device - 8,000 rubles, which is quite a bit for such a balanced and compact device.

Samsung Galaxy S4 Active

Sometimes a Korean company acts as a trendsetter (take the first Galaxy Note), but more often competently adopts the ideas of other vendors. This happened in 2013 - as soon as Sony flooded the market with protected devices, the main antagonist Apple began to develop his creation, intended for brutal use.

Already in June 2013 it was announced - cute smartphone with a five-inch FullHD display, a quad-core chipset from Qualcomm (frequency - 1.9 GHz) and a 2600 mAh battery. The new product was equipped with an eight-megapixel camera, two gigabytes of RAM and physical buttons.

The product case has an IP67 standard, which means that dust will not get inside the device. Water procedures for the Galaxy S4 Active are also not contraindicated: the smartphone can be lowered to a depth of up to a meter for several minutes.

The gadget weighs 151 grams and can control home appliances thanks to the infrared port. The average cost is about 23,000 rubles, but the most determined buyers will be able to find a Galaxy S4 Active for 19,000 in Russian currency.

Sony Xperia Z Ultra

We can talk about the advantages and ways of using this tablet-like device for a very long time. - a stylish and thin device with a 6.44-inch display (you press whatever you want - from a match to a toothpick, from a pencil to a special stylus) is equipped with the most powerful hardware (a processor with four cores and a frequency of 2.2 GHz), a decent battery and an eight-megapixel camera.

They like to blame Sony for faded screens, flaws in proprietary interfaces and a craving for minimalism, but this time the Japanese have produced an excellent smartphone, the undeniable advantage of which is its invulnerability. Even if dust gets into the case, it will not affect the operation of the Android phablet in any way, and moisture will not be able to penetrate into the bins of the Xperia Z Ultra at all.

Sturdy, large, multifunctional, productive and multimedia - these five characteristics indicate that the price of the Ultra (approximately 26,000 rubles) is more than justified.

HTC J Butterfly

The number of strategic miscalculations of HTC in 2013 reached its historical maximum - the mistakes of the Taiwanese vendor can be devoted to a separate material, which will include the story with ultrapixels, the failure with the fingerprint sensor, illogical pricing and weak PR of the wonderful HTC smartphone Butterfly.

“Butterfly” was advertised as if reluctantly, making room for the pretentious HTC One. As a result, HTC managers talked about the wonderful “unit” camera, but never bothered to pay attention to a harmonious and waterproof camera.

In addition to attractive appearance and protection against water penetration, the five-inch gadget can shoot video at 30 frames per second, run heavy games (4 cores and a frequency of 1.5 GHz) and provide comfort in video conferencing (front camera - 2 megapixels). The downside of the device is standard, bold and indisputable - the 2020 mAh battery lasts a little less than three hours of hyperactive work (constant work in resource-intensive applications).

HTC J Butterfly is already difficult to find, but it is still possible: the “butterfly” sells for 20,000 rubles.

LG Optimus GJ

There is an opinion that LG specializes in creating sleek rectangular smartphones with perfect interface for writing short reminder notes. This stereotype is close to harsh reality - the South Korean manufacturer actually has enough lines with devices of different levels, but with a synonymous design.

The body of this brilliant smartphone (look at the archaic antenna!) will withstand shocks, falls, flights and other natural disasters. An elegant navigation key, two SIM slots, a weight of 340 grams, a thickness of 25 millimeters, a 3800 mAh battery (!), a volume sensor and a built-in walkie-talkie (!!!) - all these indicators make the Runbo X5 a gadget for the elite.

For the sake of respect, we list other parameters - a dual-core processor from MediaTek (frequency - 1 GHz), a gigabyte of RAM, a 4.3-inch display, an eight-megapixel camera with autofocus, Android 4.0 and a built-in barometer.

A work of art called Runbo X5 will cost the buyer 17,000 rubles.

Preserver Series

“What about us?” iPhone owners think sadly, realizing that the release of a secure smartphone on iOS 7 will happen with about the same probability as the victory of the Gabon national team at the World Cup.

Engineers from Otterbox decided to make life difficult for the services (yes, the ones that change dozens of displays, microphones and rear panels"Apple" gadgets) and released cases from the Preserver Series line, which transform the iPhone, if not into a Runbo X5 (it is incomparable), then at least into a durable and hardy device that does not crack after falling from a height of two meters and does not die after a half-hour dive to a depth of up to meters.

The most surprising thing is that the accessory does not limit the functionality of Touch ID on the iPhone 5S: the craftsmen from Otterbox built the design in such a way that water does not penetrate into the case through the small holes located next to the fingerprint scanner.

For just $90, the iPhone 5, iPhone 5C or iPhone 5S is transformed into an invulnerable (if not so aesthetically pleasing) device.

Have you already broken your fifth phone? Beautiful but fragile devices last no more than a month? Do you spend a lot of time hiking, hunting and fishing? There is a solution - a good, secure smartphone, and even with a powerful battery. IN Lately This subtype of mobile phones has become especially widespread - they have become cheaper, more reliable and more accessible. In 2017, absolutely everyone can afford a secure smartphone. At the same time, the user gets a really strong, brutal thing that is not afraid of water, dirt, or falling from a great height. If quite recently secure smartphones were interesting for their primary feature, now they get quite tolerable hardware, quite good cameras and a powerful battery.

All in all, perfect solution if you are tired of changing Cell phones. We have selected the 10 best smartphones in a durable case that have a modern security certificate.

Gooweel GW6000

Quite expensive, but really sophisticated secure smartphone with a large battery, NFC, good screen and IP68

We jump sharply from budget to middle class. Nomu is known as a company that knows how to create a truly worthwhile rugged smartphone. The S30 is a new product that offers not only reliable case materials and IP68 certification, but also attractive characteristics for its price.

Nomu S30, which is not surprising, is available in metal, plastic and rubber. The front side is protected by tempered Gorilla Glass fourth generation. Protection against dust, moisture and shock according to the IP68 standard is declared. In general, we have before us a stone smartphone that can survive in very harsh conditions. Surprisingly, it is quite compact, weighing just over 250 grams. It boasts, and with FullHD resolution. Even the cameras on the Nomu S30 are not the most budget-friendly, so you can capture beautiful landscapes while hiking. In addition, our leader is not the cheapest Helio P10. The processor is supported by 4 GB of RAM, and the user receives 64 GB. A nice addition to the 2017 rugged smartphone is a powerful 5000 mAh battery, which is ready to help out in extreme situations.

Nomu S30 is worth the money. The smartphone not only provides you with confidence in reliability, but also offers quite decent parameters.

AGM X1

Without leaving the cash register, as they say, let’s take a look at another rather expensive smartphone from a well-known company. In this case, the manufacturer also did not sell only a protected case, offering really cool characteristics. How much does an AMOLED screen cost?

At first glance at the AGM X1, you won’t understand that this is a secure-class smartphone – it looks quite ordinary. Yes, it is a little thick, but the battery is not small either. The manufacturer tried to make the model as small as possible, but at the same time stronger. And the smartphone looks good. The screen, as already mentioned, is AMOLED, five and a half inches and FullHD resolution. A tandem of decent quality cameras will not leave you without a selfie in nature or a panoramic shot. I'm pleased with the Snapdragon 617, which you wouldn't expect to see in such a model. I received a protected smartphone from AGM, and another 64 GB were transferred to the user’s possession. In addition, we get a powerful 5400 mAh battery, which can be quickly charged using appropriate technology.

AGM X1 will be a good purchase for travelers or users whose activities constantly threaten the health of the gadget.

Uhans V5

A balanced solution, one of the most autonomous in its class

Externally, the Nomu S10 did not become a black sheep, and the “filling”, like its successor S30, does not stand out. However, users really liked it. The reason for its popularity was the balanced combination of quality and price. Not the most powerful hardware is offset by high autonomy.

The case materials are familiar - strong plastic, rubber and metal inserts in the most vulnerable places. The front part is protected by tempered glass. The manufacturer claims dust and moisture protection, as well as invulnerability to falls. Best smartphone company in 2017 received a 5-inch screen with HD resolution, average cameras and support for two SIM cards - quite decent specifications. Performance is provided by the budget MediaTek MT6737T. It is helped by 2 GB of RAM. The power of the hardware is not the highest, but in this kind of devices it is not particularly needed. And here powerful battery The protected smartphone is pleasing - 5000 mAh with the stated characteristics looks impressive.

We can confidently say that Nomu S10 is one of the best shockproof phones according to users.

Blackview BV7000 Pro

You can buy a phone from the most popular seller from 1000 orders (11,000 rubles)

A good smartphone with a shock-resistant body, made in an interesting design

Blackview has a fairly wide range of waterproof smartphones, and one of the most popular is the BV7000 Pro. Success came thanks to its stylish design, decent performance and low price tag. The smartphone is IP68 protected, which ensures complete dust resistance and no fear of water.

The body is made of metal and rubberized inserts. Made in a rather stylish design for this category of gadgets. It is not the largest in size, but weighs just over 230 grams. The 5-inch FHD display is covered with scratch-resistant glass from a reputable manufacturer. The cameras are pleasantly surprising. We have a fairly fast “filling”, which is based on the MediaTek MT6750 and . 64 GB and a slot for memory cards are allocated for user tasks. The battery is average, so to speak, 3500 mAh, but supports fast charging technology. In addition, the smartphone connector is USB-C, which is good news. The Blackview BV7000 Pro is not left without a fingerprint scanner.

Today, the smartphone from Blackview shares the first place with other best protected representatives. It has everything the average user needs, and even a little more.