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In line mobile devices Sony has recently introduced a unique shock-resistant Sony smartphone Xperia Go, which can withstand being submerged in an aquarium or dropped into a bag of flour without consequences.

Unfortunately, along with its undoubted advantages, this device has serious disadvantages.

As a rule, the “premature death” of a smartphone is associated with a fall on the asphalt or an accidental dive into a filled bath or toilet.

Devices in secure cases appeared on the mobile device market quite a long time ago, but did not gain popularity. The reason for this is either the prohibitive cost or the low functional qualities of such devices.

Sony smartphones are an attempt to overcome these shortcomings

• The Go model is the “successor” of the famous Xperia Active, which went on sale in 2011, which Sony presented as a smartphone for tourists, travelers, athletes and other people who prefer an active lifestyle.
• The design of the new product does not shine with novelty and practically repeats the appearance of the U, S and Sola models. Body color – black, white or bright yellow. The company positions the latter as a smartphone for athletes and comes with a special strap.
• The internal contents are also quite consistent with other models in the line: dual-core STE U8500 with clock frequency 1.5 GHz, RAM 512 MB, inner memory 8 GB, which can be expanded up to 32 GB using a microSD card slot.
• The 1305 mAh battery needs charging almost daily. The base OS is Android 2.3 Gingerbread, at the same time, the lack of information regarding the possibility of installing the “flagship” of the Android 4 ICS family on a smartphone is unclear.

The main drawback is the display

• A 3.5-inch screen operating at a resolution of 320x480 with monstrous grainy pixels evokes associations either with low-end models of budget lines, or with “antique” smartphones produced 5-6 years ago.
• Regarding Go's resistance to external influences, then Sony does not publish any restrictions on operating conditions on its website.
• If you believe the information contained there, the phone is not “afraid” of prolonged exposure to water, dust, or falls. Of course, before taking a bath you need to insert plugs for the headphone jack and USB port.

Bulletproof Runbo X5, giant Sony Xperia Z Ultra and stylish HTC J Butterfly - Pavel Gorodnitsky has compiled a digest of the most durable mobile devices.

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. The average price of the device is 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, a nice smartphone with a five-inch FullHD display, a quad-core chipset from Qualcomm (frequency 1.9 GHz) and a 2600 mAh battery was announced. The new product was equipped with an eight-megapixel camera, two gigabytes random access memory 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 its attractive appearance and protection from 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 an ideal 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 - dual core processor from MediaTek (frequency - 1 GHz), gigabyte of RAM, 4.3-inch display, eight-megapixel camera with autofocus, Android 4.0 and 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 more difficult for services (yes, the same ones that change dozens of displays, microphones and back panels of Apple gadgets every day) and released Preserver Series cases that transform the iPhone, if not into a Runbo X5 (it is incomparable), then at least 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 a meter.

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.

Technologies come and go, but there are qualities that are always necessary for communication tools and their owners. These primarily include reliability and durability. A waterproof phone has these properties.

What is he?

Every day, fresh gadgets enter the market and never cease to amaze customers with their new capabilities. Not every manufacturer can say with confidence that when creating equipment they focus on quality. In pursuit of trends, people sweep models with huge displays off store shelves and often they turn out to be short-lived and are pushed out of the top by new creations of their developers.

Protected communications equipment can easily withstand force and prevent moisture from entering the housing. There are several types of impact resistance. It can be declared by the manufacturer himself (nominal). Or it can significantly exceed this figure and withstand even the most powerful mechanical loads from the outside.

Moisture protection levels

A waterproof phone may also belong to different types. It can only withstand splashes or withstand prolonged immersion to significant depths. In addition, such gadgets are able to combat the penetration of dust and grains of sand under the body.

Shockproof and waterproof Cell phones- these are models whose design is designed to protect the mechanism from power loads and moisture ingress into it. They cope with these tasks much better than conventional means of communication. These devices are more durable and break down less often. Before purchasing such a gadget, each buyer needs to remember several of its features.

What you need to know about impact protection?

When talking about a model that can withstand mechanical stress, the following is implied:

Tightness - what is it?

There are a variety of portable gadgets available in the market. A waterproof phone has long occupied its niche among modern means of communication. He has his own key features. This is the ability to withstand splashes, tightness and the ability to function after prolonged immersion entirely under water.

There are often cases when waterproof mobile phones cannot boast that the case is completely sealed from moisture. During dipping, liquid can penetrate inside literally in a matter of seconds and cause serious damage to the mechanism of the device. Many gadgets of this type are able to withstand water one hundred percent. But such a phone, for example, can easily cope with even the heaviest rainfall.

Dust resistance

Protection against small particles (such as sand) getting under the case is on par with water resistance. Models belonging to this segment can easily survive both a fall on the beach and being in such dangerous places as a vacuum cleaner. In order for shockproof, waterproof phones to cope with such tests, less effort is required from their creators than when working on resistance to moisture.

After serious dust loads, it is advisable not to forget about blowing out vulnerable places such as the keyboard, connectors and crevices. The same rehabilitation measures also need to be carried out after the phone falls into the water. In addition, it is worth disassembling and drying the “internals” of the device in order to avoid malfunctions in its operation in the future.

Hidden features of other phones

Some gadgets, the characteristics of which do not include shockproof and water resistance, can cope with these tasks no worse than protected models. They successfully withstand mechanical loads, although the manufacturer does not declare this ability. During various crash tests at factories, these models are significantly weaker than shockproof and waterproof phones.

In order to describe the level of security of communications, it is used special system classifications. It is based on various degrees of protection of the unit shell from penetration of foreign microscopic bodies under its body. This applies to both dust and water molecules.

The term "secure" is also periodically used to describe cryptophones. These are special devices that have a barrier against spying on the owner’s conversations. Due to the fact that there are very few of these phones on the market, it is quite difficult to confuse them with ordinary gadgets. In addition, in this context, the concept is often used in the formulation “protected from eavesdropping.”

Offer from Sony

In March 2015, at the MWC exhibition in Barcelona, ​​a large presentation from Sony took place. Waterproof Xperia phone M4 Aqua was the opening of this event. Its main distinguishing feature is the level of housing protection, which is determined by the IP68 standard. This device can stay under water at a depth of one and a half meters for half an hour. At the same time, there are no failures in its operation.

Background

Sony's first waterproof phone came out in 1999. It was an Ericsson R250 model. The company's next attempt to create a secure device was in 2008. But it was not successful due to the fact that the developers did not close the communication port with a plug. This actually reduced the tightness of the case to zero.

In June 2011, the world saw Sony in Singapore Ericsson Xperia Active. This time the engineers' mistakes were corrected. This unit was equipped with a double casing. Its upper part served a decorative function, and the inner part served a protective function. The phone could withstand immersion under water up to 1 meter.

In 2014, the Xperia M2 Aqua model was released in black and white. It was equipped with an 8-megapixel camera and an Exmor RS sensor. Thanks to special application Social Live users were able to broadcast moments of their lives in real time in social media. This smartphone could be connected to any device to listen to music - from headphones to music center and speakers.

Main characteristics

In addition to its reliable sealing, the 2015 protected gadget differs from its predecessors in the presence of a connector port that does not require plugs when immersed. After being under water, the phone dries in thirty minutes. After this, it can be charged without risking damage. electric shock, say the Sony developers. The waterproof phone is a budget model.

Compared to the first representative of the Xperia M2 Aqua series, it has significantly increased in level technical characteristics. The smartphone is equipped with a 5.2-inch display, a high-quality IPS matrix with a resolution of 720 pixels. He works for Snapdragon processor 615 with Adreno 405 graphics accelerator.

There are models on the market with different amounts of RAM. Among them, you can choose a device with 2, 8 or 16 GB. The built-in memory can be expanded using the Sony microSD slot. The waterproof phone supports 4G LTE and NFC technologies. It runs on a 2,400 mAh battery. The user can perform all operations on the smartphone using 5.0 Lollipop.

With this device, its owner can take high-quality pictures with a 13-megapixel camera, complemented by an LED flash. The 5 MP front lens is useful for taking selfies.

For sale this model should arrive this spring. It will be available in three classic colors: black, white and grey. Another waterproof phone is also planned as part of the series. 2 SIM cards will be his distinctive feature. The cost of the model is about 330 US dollars.

Main advantages

Each buyer chooses the model that is most convenient for him. Shockproof waterproof mobile phones have a wide range of capabilities. These can be touch devices equipped with the Android system and other fashionable functions. At any moment, the owner of a mobile phone may encounter surprises such as falling onto asphalt or into water. Not every unit is able to withstand such loads. Many break down and require serious, expensive repairs.

By purchasing shockproof and waterproof mobile phones, you can be sure that they will not fail due to mechanical damage. Savings on purchasing a regular model can result in double costs for its further repair.

Who are these phones suitable for?

Rugged smartphones can withstand being thrown against a wall (but don’t get carried away with this, because any strength has its limit). They must meet special standards, thanks to which owners can use these devices on construction sites and during work hazardous to health and life.

Shockproof, waterproof mobile phones are indispensable for climbers, surveyors, pilots, and the military. Owners regularly leave laudatory reviews of units that do not let them down in service. With this gadget you can pass any test. It will not fail in extreme situations and will retain the ability to function under any conditions.

Not long ago, a waterproof phone was considered something strange due to its large size. But today its models have become compact and easy to use. They are equipped with popular operating systems, high-quality cameras, and navigators. You can also find devices with two SIM cards, which significantly expands the communication capabilities of their owners.

Will not be damaged by falling into the bathroom. It will become an indispensable assistant for people who are fond of active recreation or extreme sports. With it you can safely go on a hike in the forest, ride a bike, rollerblade, skateboard, or do parkour. Such a gadget helps its owner to stay in touch, even if he has fallen hard. Also, models of this modification are ideal for divers, fishermen, sailors and representatives of other professions whose work is related to water.

The main feature that Sony highlights in its flagships and some other smartphones is assigning them a degree of protection against dust and water in accordance with IP certification. In that small review we will tell you which Sony Xperia is waterproof and what degree of protection it has. With the advent of the first models with protected housings, Sony began to actively advertise this opportunity, because this distinguished smartphones from their competitors. Shooting underwater, not worrying when the phone fell into water or was spilled on it, and other life situations with liquid that could simply destroy any other phone, in the case of protected Sony Xperia models seemed like a trifle.

However, even here there are a number of limitations. Firstly, the phone should not be immersed too deeply or for a very long time, secondly, swimming in liquids other than fresh water is prohibited, and thirdly, you need to be careful to ensure that all the necessary slots are closed. The ruler tablets are also protected from water.

What do the certification numbers mean:

So, here are the waterproof Sony Xperia phones:

Sony Xperia Z5 (IP65/68)

Sony Xperia Z5 Compact (IP65/68)

Sony Xperia Z5 Premium (IP65/68)

Sony Xperia Z3+ (IP65/68)

Sony Xperia Z3 (IP65/68)

Sony Xperia Z3 Compact (IP65/68)

Sony Xperia Z2 (IP55 / IP58)

Sony Xperia Z1 (IP55/IP58)

Sony Xperia Z1 Comapct (IP55/IP58)

Sony Xperia Z Ultra (IP55 / IP58)

Sony Xperia M5 (IP65/68)

Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (IP65/68)

Sony Xperia M2 Aqua (IP65/68)

Sony Xperia Z (IP55/IP57)

Sony Xperia ZR (IP55 / IP58)

In the latest flagship Z5 line, as they say, “out of harm’s way,” Sony did not so clearly describe the protective properties of the models’ bodies, saying only that they have a degree of protection and this can help you out in different situations.

However, it is not uncommon for owners of waterproof Xperia models to drown their smartphones. Why did my Xperia drown? Causes:

• Failure to comply with operating rules
• Possible marriage.
• The plugs are not closed.
• The plugs simply dried out/were worn out and do not provide proper tightness.
• The phone was dropped, after which damage could appear that is not visible to the eye, but affects the sealing properties.
• The glass has peeled off a little.

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Read, Is every waterproof phone shockproof? What does protection class ip68 mean? And what smartphone is not afraid of water? TOP 10 phones.

It should be noted that having a waterproof case does not guarantee that your device will be stored at great depths forever. Most often, the device is able to remain intact only for the first half hour. And even in this case we are talking about a shallow depth - usually a few meters.

If the device fell into the open sea while you were on a yacht, then you can say goodbye to it. Even if there is scuba gear on board the yacht. Exact conditions water resistance should be read on the official website of the smartphone manufacturer - in the technical specifications you will find the so-called water resistance standard.

Most often, waterproof smartphones are also shockproof. But this rule is not always observed. The fact is that now a special glue located inside the phone can ensure water resistance.

At the same time, the body remains thin, and therefore, after falling onto paving slabs or asphalt, chips and even more serious damage may occur. That’s why our selection includes not only , but also flagships of well-known companies.

Phone waterproof standards

Almost every smartphone with a waterproof case receives a so-called dust and moisture protection certificate. Only those manufacturers who want to save money do not send their devices for special tests. If the certificate is received, then it is written down in the technical specifications in the form IPxx. The first number indicates the degree of dust protection. The second number concerns water. Manufacturers often write IP68 on their phones and say that this is very cool. :

• 0 - splashes freely penetrate under the device body;
• 1 - the gadget is protected only from vertically falling drops of water;
• 2 - the device is protected from vertically falling drops of water, but at the same time it can be tilted by 15 degrees;
• 3 - the device is not afraid of splashes of water sprayed at an angle of up to 60 degrees;
• 4 - the gadget is not at all afraid of water splashes, no matter at what angle they hit the body;
• 5 - the device is not afraid of water jets hitting it from any angle;
• 6 - the device is protected from strong water jets;
• 7 - the device can withstand short-term immersion under water;
• 8 - the device can be under water for a long time, usually half an hour).

Thus, the IP68 indication indicates that the smartphone has a dust-proof body and can withstand prolonged immersion in water.

It is the certificate of dust and moisture resistance that you should focus on if you use your smartphone in particularly difficult conditions. You should also not forget about the technical characteristics, so as not to buy a very weak device. Please note that some phones also receive a Military certificate - you can trust it even more.

Let's see which waterproof phone is better.

Kyocera Brigadier

An excellent smartphone for tourists and skiers. The fact is that this smartphone is not only not afraid of water, but is also protected from all types of impacts on stones and other hard objects. The manufacturer assures that the smartphone can stay under water for up to half an hour - only after this period of time will its performance be lost.

As is known, moisture has a detrimental effect on touch keys. In this regard, they are replaced here with physical buttons. The display, of course, remains touch-sensitive. Otherwise it would be impossible to manage the operating system. By the way, so old version"green robot" is a significant drawback.

The manufacturer claims that the 4.5-inch display of the device, which has , is reliably protected. But buyers in reviews indicate that sapphire glass is used as protection, and this is not the best option. As for the characteristics of a waterproof phone, they cannot be called ideal.

However, 2 GB of RAM, a quad-core processor from Qualcomm, a camera with a resolution of 8 megapixels - many users don’t need more. The undoubted advantages of the smartphone are its relatively small size and the presence of a barometer.

Advantages:

• Decent amount of memory;
• The screen has a high pixel density;
• Compact dimensions for a device of this class;
• There is a barometer;
• Certified including Military 810G;
• Built-in good processor.

Flaws:

• Not the longest duration battery life;
• Very high cost;
• Weak plugs;
• Simple front camera.

The Conquest S6 OCTA is waterproof and shockproof

Protected by full program smartphone. Its body consists of many rubber inserts. Inside there is waterproof glue. As a result, the device complies with the IP68 standard. This means that the device can stay underwater for at least half an hour. And one of the colors – yellow – will make it easy to spot your smartphone even in muddy water.

Display of this device protected Gorilla glass Glass 3. This allows us to hope that the stones will leave only scratches on the front surface. However, it all depends on the height of the fall. Another undoubted advantage of the device is the battery. Its capacity reaches 6000 mAh.

With an energy-efficient eight-core processor, this allows you to count on several days of battery life. However, do not forget that the shock-resistant case and such a capacious battery affect the weight.

In general, the device evokes only positive emotions. HD display resolution is ideal for a 5-inch diagonal. The built-in camera is not the worst - it has a resolution of 13 megapixels. A nice bonus is the ability to recharge from the docking station.

Advantages:

• Has protection even according to the Military MIL-810G standard;
• Used powerful processor;
• Implemented charging from the docking station;
• Good rear camera;
• There are two slots for SIM cards;
• Very long battery life.

Flaws:

1. The Android version could be fresher;
2. Weighs 312 g;
3. Not the best best job navigation module.

Caterpillar Cat B30

The simplest waterproof mobile phone. Any operating system missing here. That is, the manufacturer decided to rely not on functionality, but on compact size and ease of dialing. He also endowed the gadget with two SIM card slots. He didn’t forget about the rear camera, but its resolution is only 2 megapixels. However, for a push-button device this parameter is very impressive.

Usually push-button phones have a built-in memory amounting to tens of megabytes. But the Caterpillar Cat B30 is an exception to the rule. This “handset” offers 1 GB of memory for data storage! And if this is not enough, you can use a microSD card. The device body is protected from impacts on a hard surface.

There is also some water resistance here. But it cannot be called complete - the device received an IP67 certificate. That is, after diving under water, the phone needs to be brought to the surface as quickly as possible. There is also a limitation on the immersion depth - it should not exceed 1 m.

The mobile phone has a WAP browser that works using 3G networks. You should also be pleased with the support for two SIM cards, which allows you to combine tariffs from different operators. But the rest of the phone's characteristics are disappointing. For example, the battery life leaves much to be desired - it is 4 hours of talk time. A simple display is built in here - e-books You definitely won’t read it on it.

Advantages:

• Small size and light weight;
• Cute appearance;
• You can insert two SIM cards;
• Large amount of RAM and permanent memory;
• You can access the Internet via 3G.

Flaws:

• Built-in bad camera;
• Short battery life;
• The screen has a very modest diagonal;
• Inflated price tag.

Ginzzu R62

This is a waterproof phone that may seem a bit pricey. And the size of the mobile phone cannot be called tiny, which also will not suit some potential buyers. But the device has a huge number of rubber pads that will definitely save the phone if it falls somewhere on the asphalt.

The increase in size also benefited the battery - its capacity was an impressive 1700 mAh. As a result, you will have to use the network adapter no more than once every three days. Unless you use a walkie-talkie, which is very energy-consuming.

Yes, Ginzzu R62 differs from its competitors precisely in the presence of a walkie-talkie. It operates in the range 400-470 MHz. In short, a couple of these phones will be very useful for hunters, fishermen and, for example, builders. However, it is not necessary to buy this particular model - Ginzzu and some other companies have other mobile phones with walkie-talkies operating in this range.

Advantages:

• Capacious battery;
• There are two SIM card slots;
• A good camera with a resolution of 1.3 megapixels;
• Built-in walkie-talkie;
• Excellent protection according to IP68 standard;
• Durable screw assembly.

Flaws:

1. The device almost disappeared from store shelves;
2. There is almost no memory of one’s own;
3. No 3G support.

Vkworld New Stone V3

One of the most inexpensive phones with a brutal protected case. The device complies with the IP68 standard. This becomes clear not only after reading the technical specifications, but also when looking at the appearance of the device. Rubber keyboard, lots of softening pads, orange color...

This device can clearly withstand falling from great heights and being submerged under water. And under it back cover There is a battery with a capacity of 3000 mAh. This allows the owner of a mobile phone to go on a multi-day hike, and during it he will not need to use a portable battery.

Another feature of Vkworld New Stone V3 is the presence three slots for SIM cards. The buyer will also have to use the memory card slot, because the built-in storage capacity of this phone is only 64 MB. The device can be used for photography, albeit not of the highest quality - resolution rear camera reaches 2 MP. As you might guess, there is no “front-facing” at all here.

Overall, the device leaves a positive impression. One can only find fault with the fact that it is impossible to purchase it in Russian retail chains. Unfortunately, Chinese company Vkworld distributes its creations only through GearBest, AliExpress and other similar online stores.

Advantages:

• Attractive price tag;
• Up to three SIM cards can be inserted;
• A loud speaker is used;
• Good protection against shock and water;
• Long battery life;
• You can charge another gadget with your phone;
• Relatively good camera;
• Good 2.4-inch display.

Flaws:

• You will have to wait for delivery from China.

Not all waterproof smartphones are required to have a shock-resistant case. For example, it does not have any rubber pads Samsung Galaxy S8. This made it possible to keep the dimensions of the device quite sane. And it cannot be said that the very first fall on the paving slabs will break the smartphone.

Glass from Corning from the Gorilla Glass series, which covers the front and back panels, protects your smartphone according to all the rules. If the landing is successful, you will find only small chips on the side end.

As for water protection, the device complies with the IP68 standard. That is, the device can easily be dropped somewhere in the pool - nothing will happen to it. I am glad that the South Koreans have equipped a full-fledged flagship with such protection. As a result, the buyer receives a device with maximum performance.

It even has the ability to unlock by scanning the iris, which is something almost none of its competitors offer. And we must not forget that South Korean products are certainly equipped with an AMOLED screen, which contributes to long battery life.

Another undoubted advantage of the smartphone is the large number of high-speed wireless modules. The built-in camera is also excellent. In short, it is not surprising that the Galaxy S8's circulation amounts to tens of millions of copies sold.

Advantages:

• There is support for LTE-A category sixteen;
• A camera with f/1.7 aperture and optical stabilization is used;
• Powerful processor;
• Large memory capacity;
• There is a gyroscope, barometer and fingerprint sensor;
• There is a high-resolution AMOLED display;
• Dual SIM cards supported;
• Latest version of the operating system.

Flaws:

1. High price;
2. Slippery glass body.

Apple iPhone 8

The Apple smartphone released in the fall of 2017 is also water resistant. It is implemented, however, according to the IP67 standard. In this regard, you should not leave your phone under water for any long time. Otherwise, it's a typical iPhone. It is not too different from its predecessor - perhaps that is why the device is not in great demand. It will soon get to the point where smartphones will be sold at discounts. And this will be a great chance to get acquainted with Apple products for the first time!

The smartphone has a glass coating on both sides. As a result, it is difficult to leave scratches on the body - to do this you will have to use a combat knife. Glass can break; it all depends on the height of the device’s fall and the type of surface on which it lands. As for the characteristics of the smartphone, they are not satisfactory.

The device includes a powerful processor, thanks to which the iPhone 8 takes second place in the smartphone rating according to AnTuTu Benchmark. Above is only the Plus version, equipped with a larger display. The device includes a 12-megapixel camera, complemented by optical stabilization.

Its aperture can open up to f/1.8, which is a very good result. The main advantage of the camera is that it can shoot 4K video at 60 fps. The picture is displayed on a 4.7-inch screen with a resolution of 1334 x 750 pixels.

The device has a huge number of supported LTE frequencies. This allows it to transmit data at high speed in any country where networks are supported fourth generation. The device was also equipped with a large amount of memory. At least operationally. As for permanent memory, as you know, there is never too much of it. And there is also no slot for a microSD card, which only complicates the situation.

Advantages:

• Very good rear camera;
• Powerful processor;
• Decent amount of RAM;
• Decent front camera;
• A large number of wireless modules;
• Long battery life;
• Compact size and light weight.

Flaws:

1. Water protection only according to IP67 standard;
2. Stability iOS work 11 is far from ideal;
3. No memory card slot;
4. Very high price.

Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)

A wonderful South Korean smartphone for those who do not want to spend a lot of money on the purchase of such a device. They ask for about a couple of tens of thousands of rubles. For this amount you will get a waterproof device with a 16-megapixel camera, the aperture of which can open up to f/1.9.

On front panel The device has a 5.2-inch display, created using AMOLED technology and having Full resolution HD. A capacious battery paired with an energy-efficient screen and the same processor provide two to three days of battery life. This time can only be reduced by constantly active Bluetooth and regularly running games. What is important is that the device supports fast charging equipped with appropriate technology network adapter is included in the kit.

The device includes 32 GB of permanent memory. The smartphone is also able to please with a fingerprint sensor, a gyroscope and a barometer - it’s surprising that the South Koreans did not skimp on these sensors. Everything is in order with the device and with the wireless modules - everything you need is present here.

Advantages:

• The AMOLED screen made it possible to implement the Always On Display function;
• Long operating time from a full charge;
• All necessary sensors are present;
• High data transfer speed;
• Decent amount of memory;
• Excellent front camera;
• You can use two memory cards.

Flaws:

• Slippery body;
• The cost will not seem optimal to everyone;
• The rear camera does not have an optical stabilizer.

Sony Xperia XZ Premium

This one is powerful waterproof smartphone created by the Japanese company Sony. In this regard, it has a decent markup for the brand. If you decide to buy, you will get a device with a 5.5-inch display with a resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels. The pixel density is astronomical! To process such an image, a powerful processor is required. And the smartphone has it - it uses a top-end solution from Qualcomm.

Another feature of the Japanese device is the camera. It is represented by a 19-megapixel module. Within a few seconds, the camera is capable of shooting at 960 fps. Extreme sports enthusiasts and macro photography enthusiasts will be pleased! Rest Sony specifications Xperia XZ Premium is also not satisfactory. The device has a large amount of memory. Wireless modules are used exclusively at high speed. In short, this is the perfect smartphone for use in the bathroom!

Advantages:

• Stylish design;
• You can insert a pair of SIM cards;
• Very a high resolution display;
• A very good rear camera is built in;
• Not a bad “front-facing”;
• Very powerful processor;
• Large amount of memory.

Flaws:

• Stainless and slippery body;
• Exorbitantly inflated price tag.

Summarizing

The list of decent waterproof phones could go on forever. But someday you have to stop. In this collection we have considered the most different devices. All of them are waterproof to one degree or another. Some of them are supplemented with a shock-resistant casing.

Others offer very powerful components instead. Still others are generally push-button phones. It seems that if you previously set your sights on purchasing a device that can be used in any conditions, then this selection will definitely make your choice easier.

Have you ever used a mobile phone with a waterproof case? Or are you still just dreaming about such a gadget? We are waiting for your opinion in the comments.