All Terrain Cell Phones
Author: K. Lynn

The average cell phone is not designed for rugged use; simply
dropping it onto a hard surface can oftentimes render it
useless, or at the very least damage it to the point that it
needs basic repairs. Let's face it, cells phones are dropped,
thrown, driven over, washed in washing machines, and sometimes
flushed. Cell phone users with more active lifestyles are likely
to expose their cell phones to shock, sand, rain, and even
saltwater.

Makers of cell phones have recognized the need for a more
rugged all terrain cell phone and have taken steps towards not
only developing phones specifically for rugged outdoor usage but
have integrated some of the hardiest features into their entire
product line; providing a cell phone that can withstand more
abuse.

The XP1, created by cell phone maker Sonim, is perhaps one of
the most rugged phones on the market. Coming in at a reasonable
$365 per handset, this phone can withstand extreme temperatures,
can be dropped, thrown, fully submerged, and even driven over by
a car. This phone sacrifices none of the functionality needed
from a cell phone; it is still a well designed stylish cell
phone capable of making secure phone calls on any GSM network.

Applications of All Terrain Cell Phones

Sports Usage

There is a great application for rugged cell phones in outdoor
sports environments. From use on the football field, to Nascar,
even to use in water sports a cell phone that can stand up to
heavy abuse and still be reliable is a great tool for use in all
outdoor sports environments.

Military Use

With all of the various locations around the world that the
military has troops stationed, there is a clear need for a cell
phone that can tolerate extreme climates of all kinds. From
extreme cold temperatures to extreme high desert temperatures,
the phones in use would need to be adaptable between the two
harsh climates. Additionally, phones that can withstand sand or
wind are necessary. Cell phones used by the military also need
to be reliable; considering that cell phones might be used in
life or death situations, it is crucial to have a rugged cell
phone that can be relied up to work no matter what the
environment it is exposed to.

Fishing

Recreational fishermen have use of their radios when out at
sea, but often have the need to communicate using alternate
devices. The same applies for commercial fishermen, often
working in harsh temperatures that incorporate salt water. A
cell phone that can withstand the temperatures as well as not be
affected by the salt water environment is very beneficial. A
signal booster might be needed with phones used in these
environments, however.

Construction

Not always the safest work environment for electronic gadgetry,
a construction site can be rather hazardous to a cell phone!
Cell phones can get dropped onto hard concrete surfaces,
engulfed by dust and water, and also treated in a less than
gentle manner. It's vital, for safety and convenience reasons,
to have a reliable and rugged cell phone on a construction site.


The large carrier recognize the need that some of their users
have for a rugged all terrain phone; and now offer, in their
product lineup, several phones that can withstand the extreme
environments they will be exposed to during the course of their
use.


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