GSMArena.com GSMArena.com

Tip us

1.5m
109k
RSS

EV

Merch

Log in

Login

I forgot my password
Sign up
  • Home
  • News
  • Reviews
  • Videos
  • Featured
  • Phone Finder
  • Deals
  • MerchNew
  • Coverage
  • Contact
ADVERTISEMENTS
GSMArena team, 08 March 2012

Tough INC.


Samsung Rugby Smart review: Tough INC.

  • Comments (14)
  • User reviews
  • Rugby Smart I847

8. Conclusion
  1. 1. Introduction
  2. 2. Unboxing, design and build quality
  3. 3. User interface: Android Gingerbread, benchmarks
  4. 4. Phonebook, telephony, messaging
  5. 5. Gallery, music and video players
  6. 6. Camera, connectivity, web browser
  7. 7. Organizer, Google Maps, Android Market
  8. 8. Conclusion
  9.  
  10. Samsung Rugby Smart I847 specification
  11. User opinions and reviews
  12. Review comments (14)

Samsung Android Touch UI

Final words

There is a lot to like in the Samsung Rugby Smart. The smartphone is tough, yet extremely pocketable. Its Super AMOLED screen is perfect for outdoor activities, and the battery performs really well.

On the software side of things, there are no complaints either. TouchWiz 4.0 provides one of the best Android Gingerbread experiences around. Sadly, we can't tell you if Ice Cream Sandwich will make it to the device though.

Of course, the hardware of the device could have been a lot better - an extra CPU core would have made the device a lot more future proof. The same goes for its looks and retail package.

The Samsung Rugby Smart's retail price is $99.99 with a two-year commitment on AT&T. You can easily find a dual-core Android device for this kind of cash. None of the options however, will be even remotely close to the Rugby Smart in terms of ruggedness.

Speaking of rugged devices, the only alternative to the Samsung Rugby Smart, which is officially offered by a wireless carrier, is the Casio G'zOne Commando for Verizon Wireless. Curiously enough, the smartphone offers an ancient spec sheet, combined with far from great design, to go with a higher price tag. Unless you are a die-hard fan of the brand, or someone forced you into it, we suggest that you stick with the Samsung.

Casio G'zOne Commando
Casio G'zOne Commando

You can also take a look at the Sony Ericsson Xperia active and Motorola Defy+. Both devices can be purchased commitment free for around $350, depending on the online seller of tour choosing. Keep in mind however, that the Samsung offering is better specc'd than both.

Sony Ericsson Xperia active Motorola DEFY+
Sony Ericsson Xperia active • Motorola DEFY+

Samsung have brought the Rugby Smart to the market with the clear knowledge that it won't sell in millions. As a niche product however, the handset is easily the best in its class at the moment - a fact, which will certainly help the device find its followers.

8. Conclusion
  1. 1. Introduction
  2. 2. Unboxing, design and build quality
  3. 3. User interface: Android Gingerbread, benchmarks
  4. 4. Phonebook, telephony, messaging
  5. 5. Gallery, music and video players
  6. 6. Camera, connectivity, web browser
  7. 7. Organizer, Google Maps, Android Market
  8. 8. Conclusion
  9.  
  10. Samsung Rugby Smart I847 specification
  11. User opinions and reviews
  12. Review comments (14)

Reviews Samsung Rugby Smart reviewPage 8
  • Comments (14)
  • User reviews
  • Rugby Smart I847

Phone finder

  • Samsung
  • Apple
  • Huawei
  • Nokia
  • Sony
  • LG
  • HTC
  • Motorola
  • Lenovo
  • Xiaomi
  • Google
  • Honor
  • Oppo
  • Realme
  • OnePlus
  • vivo
  • Meizu
  • BlackBerry
  • Asus
  • Alcatel
  • ZTE
  • Microsoft
  • Vodafone
  • Energizer
  • Cat
  • Sharp
  • Micromax
  • Infinix
  • TCL
  • Ulefone
  • Tecno
  • Doogee
  • Blackview
  • BLU
  • Panasonic
  • Plum

All brands Rumor mill

ADVERTISEMENTS

Related articles

  • Camera comparison: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Galaxy S22 Ultra
  • Samsung Galaxy S23 trio has improved cooling with larger vapor chambers
  • Samsung announces Galaxy S23 prices, launch bundles in India
  • Galaxy S23 Series smartphones sold in India will be manufactured at Samsung's Noida factory
ADVERTISEMENTS

Popular reviews

Apple iOS 14 review

Apple iOS 14 review
Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra review

Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra review
Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G review

Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G review

ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Nissan to launch solid-state battery car in 2028 Nissan to launch solid-state battery car in 2028 Zeekr X is the company's third electric car, design revealedVolkswagen ID.4 will be featured in Marvel's Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania
ADVERTISEMENTS

Home News Reviews Compare Coverage Glossary FAQ RSS feed Youtube Facebook Twitter Instagram

© 2000-2023 GSMArena.com Mobile version Android app Tools Contact us Merch store Privacy Terms of use Change Ad Consent Do not sell my data