Sony shockproof. Shock-resistant smartphone Xperia Go from Sony

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In line mobile devices not so long ago, a unique shockproof sony smartphone An Xperia Go that can withstand being immersed in an aquarium or dropped into a bag of flour.

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

As a rule, the “premature death” of a smartphone is associated with falling on the asphalt or accidentally diving into a filled bathtub or toilet.

Devices in protected cases appeared on the mobile device market for a long time, but they did not gain popularity. This is due to 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 to the famous Xperia Active, launched in 2011, which Sony introduced as a smartphone for tourists, travelers, athletes and other people who prefer an active lifestyle.
• The design of the novelty 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 latter is positioned by the company as a smartphone for athletes and is equipped with a special strap.
• The internal content is also quite consistent with other models of the line: dual-core STE U8500 with a clock frequency of 1.5 GHz, 512 MB RAM, inner memory 8GB, expandable up to 32GB with microSD card slot.
• The 1305mAh battery needs to be charged almost daily. The base OS is Android 2.3 Gingerbread, while the lack of information regarding the possibility of installing the flagship of the Android 4 ICS family on a smartphone is not clear.

The main disadvantage is the display

• The screen with a diagonal of 3.5 inches, working in 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.
• As for the Go's resistance to external influences, 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 either prolonged exposure to water, dust or falls. Of course, before taking a bath, you must plug in the headphone jack and USB plugs.

Read on, Is Every Waterproof Phone Shockproof? What does the IP68 protection class mean? And what smartphone is not afraid of water? TOP 10 phones.

It should be noted that the presence of a waterproof case does not guarantee you permanent storage of the device at great depths. Most often, the device is able to remain intact only for the first half hour. And even then, in this case, we are talking about a shallow depth - as a rule, several meters.

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

Most often, waterproof smartphones are also shockproof. But this rule is not always observed. The fact is that now a special glue inside the phone can provide 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 appear. That is why our selection includes not only the flagships of well-known companies.

Phone Waterproof Standards

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

• 0 - splashes freely penetrate under the device body;
• 1 - the gadget is protected only from vertically falling water drops;
• 2 - the device is protected from vertically falling water drops, 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, at whatever angle they fall on the body;
• 5 - the device is not afraid of water jets falling on it from any angle;
• 6 - the device is protected against 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 is meant).

Thus, the IP68 rating indicates that the smartphone has a dustproof case and can withstand prolonged immersion in water.

It is on the certificate of dust and moisture resistance that you should be guided by if you use your smartphone in especially difficult conditions. You should not forget about the technical characteristics, so as not to buy a very weak device. We draw your attention to the fact that some phones also receive the 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 also protected from all kinds of impacts on stones and other solid objects. The manufacturer assures that the smartphone is able to stay under water for up to half an hour - only after such a period of time the performance will be lost.

As you know, moisture has a detrimental effect on the touch keys. In this regard, they are replaced here with physical buttons. The display, of course, remained 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 device's 4.5-inch display is well protected. But buyers in the reviews indicate that sapphire glass is used as protection, and this is not the best option. As far as the characteristics of a waterproof phone are concerned, they are not ideal.

However, 2 GB random access memory, a quad-core processor from Qualcomm, a camera with a resolution of 8 megapixels - many users do not 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;
• Military 810G certified;
• A good processor is built in.

Disadvantages:

• Not the longest duration autonomous work;
• Very high cost;
• Weak plugs;
• Unpretentious front-camera.

Conquest S6 OCTA waterproof phone and also shockproof

Fully protected smartphone. Its body consists of a variety of rubber inserts. Inside is waterproof glue. As a result, the device complies with the IP68 standard. This means that the device will be able to stay under water for at least half an hour. And one of the colors - yellow will make it easy to find the smartphone even in troubled water.

The display of this unit is 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.

In the presence of 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. The HD resolution of the display is ideal for a 5-inch diagonal. The camera is not the worst here - 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;
• A powerful processor is used;
• Implemented charging from the docking station;
• Good rear camera
• There are two slots for SIM cards;
• Very long battery life.

Disadvantages:

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

Caterpillar Cat B30

The simplest waterproof mobile phone. No operating system is available 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 did not forget about the rear camera, but its resolution is only 2 megapixels. However, this parameter is quite impressive for a push-button device.

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

There is also some water resistance. But it cannot be called complete - the device received an IP67 certificate. That is, after submerging under water, the phone must 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 over 3G networks. The support of two SIM-cards should also please, which allows you to combine tariffs of different operators. But the rest of the phone's characteristics cause a feeling of chagrin. For example, the battery life leaves much to be desired - it is 4 hours of talk time. A simple display is also built in here - you definitely don't read e-books on it.

Advantages:

• Small size and light weight;
• Nice appearance;
• You can insert two SIM cards;
• Large amount of RAM and permanent memory;
• You can go online via 3G.

disadvantages:

• Bad camera built in;
• Short battery life;
• The screen has a very modest diagonal;
• Overpriced price tag.

Ginzzu R62

This is a waterproof phone, which may seem too expensive. And the size of a mobile phone cannot be called tiny, which will also not suit some potential buyers. But on the other hand, the device has a huge number of rubber pads, which 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 not have to use the network adapter more often than once every three days. Unless you use a walkie-talkie, which is very energy consuming.

Yes, the Ginzzu R62 differs from its competitors in the presence of a walkie-talkie. It operates in the 400-470 MHz range. In a word, a pair of such 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 a walkie-talkie operating in this range.

Advantages:

• Capacious battery;
• There are two slots for SIM cards;
• Not a bad camera with a resolution of 1.3 megapixels;
• Built-in radio;
• Excellent protection according to IP68 standard;
• Robust screw assembly.

disadvantages:

1. The device has almost disappeared from store shelves;
2. There is almost no memory;
3. There is no 3G support.

Vkworld New Stone V3

One of the most inexpensive phones with a brutal rugged 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 colors ...

This apparatus can clearly withstand great drops and submersion. And under its back cover is a 3000 mAh battery. This allows the owner of the mobile phone to go on a multi-day hike, and during it never use the portable battery.

Another feature of Vkworld New Stone V3 is the availability three slots for SIM-cards... The buyer will also have to use the memory card slot, because the volume of the built-in storage 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 megapixels. As you might guess, there is no "front-end" here at all.

In general, the device leaves behind a positive impression. You can only find fault with the fact that it is impossible to purchase it in Russian retail chains. Unfortunately, the 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 shock and water resistance;
• Long battery life;
• You can charge another gadget with your phone;
• Relatively good camera
• Nice 2.4-inch display.

disadvantages:

• We'll have to wait for delivery from China.

Not all waterproof smartphones are required to have a shockproof case. For example, it has no rubber pads. Samsung Galaxy S8. This allowed us to leave the dimensions of the device quite reasonable. And it cannot be said that the very first fall on the paving slabs will crush the smartphone.

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

With regard to water resistance, the device complies with the IP68 standard. That is, the device can be dropped somewhere in the pool - nothing will come of it. I am glad that the South Koreans have provided 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 it by scanning the iris of the eye, which almost none of the competitors offer. And do not forget that South Korean products are certainly equipped with an AMOLED screen, which contributes to a long battery life.

Another undoubted advantage of the smartphone is the large number of high-speed wireless modules. An excellent camera is built in here. In short, it is not surprising that the Galaxy S8 has a circulation of tens of millions of copies sold.

Advantages:

• There is support for LTE-A of the sixteenth category;
• A camera with f / 1.7 aperture and optical stabilization is used;
• Powerful processor;
• Large amount of memory;
• Gyroscope, barometer and fingerprint sensor are present;
• There is a high-resolution AMOLED display;
• Supports two SIM cards;
• The latest version of the operating system.

Disadvantages:

1. High price;
2. Slippery glass body.

Apple iPhone 8

The Apple smartphone released in the fall of 2017 is also waterproof. It is implemented, however, according to the IP67 standard. In this regard, do not leave the phone under water for any length of time. Otherwise, this is a typical iPhone. It does not differ too much from its predecessor - perhaps that is why the device is not in great demand. Soon it will come to the point that the smartphone will start selling at discounts. And this will be a great chance to get acquainted with Apple products for the first time!

The smartphone has a glass cover on both sides. As a result, it is difficult to leave scratches on the case - for this you will have to use a combat knife. Glass can break, it all depends on the height of the fall of the device 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 ranks second in the ranking of smartphones according to AnTuTu Benchmark. Above is only the Plus version with a larger display. The device includes a 12-megapixel camera, supplemented by optical stabilization.

Its aperture is capable of opening 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 transfer data at high speed in any country where 4G networks are supported. And the device was also equipped with a large amount of memory. At least operational. As for permanent memory, as you know, there is never a lot of it. And there is also no microSD card slot, 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.

disadvantages:

1. Waterproof only according to IP67 standard;
2. The stability of iOS 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 buying such a device. They ask for about a couple of tens of thousands of rubles. For this amount, you get a waterproof device with a 16-megapixel camera, the aperture of which can be opened up to f / 1.9.

The front panel of the device houses 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 constantly active bluetooth and regularly launched games. Importantly, the device supports fast charging, and an AC adapter equipped with the appropriate technology is included in the package.

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

Advantages:

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

disadvantages:

• Slippery body;
• The cost will not seem optimal for everyone;
• The rear camera has no optical stabilizer.

Sony Xperia XZ Premium

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

Another feature of the Japanese device is the camera. It is a 19-megapixel module. Within seconds, the camera is capable of shooting at 960 fps. Extreme lovers and macro shooters will be satisfied! Rest sony specifications The Xperia XZ Premium is also not satisfactory. The device has a large memory capacity. The wireless modules are used exclusively at high speed. In short, it is the perfect smartphone for use in the bathroom!

Advantages:

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

disadvantages:

• Soiled and slippery body;
• Excessively high price tag.

Summarizing

The list of decent waterproof phones could go on forever. But someday you have to stop. In this collection, we looked at a variety of devices. All of them are waterproof to one degree or another. At the same time, some of them are supplemented with an impact-resistant case.

Others offer very powerful components instead. Still others are generally push-button telephones. It seems that if earlier you aimed at buying a device that can be used in any conditions, then such a selection definitely made your choice easier.

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

Technologies come and go, but there are qualities that are invariably necessary for communications and their owners. Reliability and durability belong to them first of all. These properties are possessed by a waterproof phone.

What is he like?

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

Protected communication devices are able to easily withstand force and keep moisture out of the case. There are several types of shock 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 can also be of different types. It is able to withstand only 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 mobile phones - these are models, the design of which is designed to protect the mechanism from power loads and moisture ingress into it. They handle these tasks much better than conventional communications. These devices are more durable and less likely to break. Before purchasing such a gadget, each buyer needs to remember several of their features.

What you need to know about shock resistance?

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

Tightness - what is it?

There are a wide variety of portable gadgets on the market. The waterproof phone has long occupied its niche among modern communications. It has its key features... These are splash resistance, airtightness and the ability to function after being completely submerged for a long time.

There are often cases when waterproof mobile phones cannot boast of a complete enclosure against moisture. During dipping, liquid can penetrate inside literally in a matter of seconds and seriously harm the mechanism of the apparatus. Many gadgets of this type are able to resist water one hundred percent. But such a phone, for example, can easily handle even the heaviest rainfall.

Dust resistance

The protection against small particles (such as sand) getting under the case is on par with the 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. It takes less effort on the part of the designers to make the phones shockproof, waterproof, and able to cope with such tests than working on resistance to moisture.

After serious dust loads, it is advisable not to forget about blowing through vulnerable areas like the keyboard, connectors and slots. The same rehabilitation measures must also be carried out after the phone falls into the water. In addition, it is worth disassembling and drying the "insides" of the device in order to avoid failures in its work in the future.

Hidden features of other phones

Some gadgets, the characteristics of which are not shockproof and resistant to water, can cope with these tasks no worse than protected models. They successfully withstand mechanical stress, although the manufacturer does not claim this ability. During various crash tests in factories, these models are much weaker than shockproof, waterproof phones.

In order to describe the level of security of communication facilities, a special classification system is used. 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 rather difficult to confuse them with ordinary gadgets. In addition, in this context, this concept is often used in the wording "eavesdropping".

An offer from Sony

In March 2015, at the MWC in Barcelona, \u200b\u200bthere was a big presentation from Sony. Waterproof xperia phone The M4 Aqua was the opening of this event. Its main hallmark is the protection level of the enclosure, which is defined 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 work.

Background

The first waterproof phone "Sony" was released in 1999. It was the Ericsson R250. The next attempt by the company to create a secure device was in 2008. But it was not crowned with success due to the fact that the developers did not close the communication port with a dummy. This actually reduced the tightness of the case to zero.

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

In 2014, the Xperia M2 Aqua came out 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 their moments of life in real time in social networks... This smartphone could be connected to any device for listening to music - from headphones to a music center and speakers.

Main characteristics

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

Compared to the first member of the Xperia M2 Aqua series, it has grown significantly in terms of technical performance. The smartphone is equipped with a display with a diagonal of 5.2 inches, high-quality IPS-matrix with a resolution of 720 pixels. It is powered by Snapdragon 615 processor with Adreno 405 graphics accelerator.

The market offers models 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 with a Sony microSD slot. The waterproof phone supports 4G LTE and NFC technologies. It runs on a 2,400mAh battery. The user can perform all operations on a smartphone using 5.0 Lollipop.

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

For sale this model should arrive this spring. It will be presented in three classic colors: black, white and gray. Another waterproof phone is also planned within the series. 2 "sim cards" will be its distinguishing feature. The cost of the model is about $ 330.

Main advantages

Each customer chooses the model that is most convenient for him. Shockproof waterproof mobile phones have a wide range of capabilities. These can be touchscreen devices equipped with the Android system and other fashionable functions. At any moment, the owner of a mobile phone may be faced with surprises like falling on the asphalt or into the water. Not every unit is capable of withstanding such loads. Many of them break down and require serious, expensive repairs.

When buying shockproof and waterproof mobile phones, you can be sure that they will not fail due to mechanical damage. The savings on a regular model can result in double the cost of repairing it.

Who are these phones for?

Rugged smartphones can withstand being thrown against a wall (but don't get carried away with this, because any durability has its limit). They must comply with special standards, thanks to which the 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. The owners regularly leave praise for the units that do not let them down in the service. Any tests can be passed with this gadget. It will not fail in an extreme situation and retain the ability to function under any conditions.

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

Will not be damaged by falling into the bathroom. It will become an irreplaceable helper for people who are fond of outdoor activities or extreme sports. With him, you can safely go hiking in the forest, ride a bicycle, rollerblades, skateboard, and do parkour. Such a gadget helps its owner to be in touch, even if he falls heavily. 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 the IP certification for dust and water resistance. In this short review, we'll tell you which Sony Xperia is waterproof and how much protection it has. With the advent of the first models with protected cases, Sony began to actively advertise this opportunity, because it favorably distinguished smartphones against the background of competitors. Shooting under water, the lack of experience when the phone fell into the water or was spilled on it, and other life situations with liquid that can simply destroy any other phone, in the case of the protected models of Sony Ixperia seemed a trifle.

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

What the certification numbers mean:

And so, here are the waterproof sony phones Xperia:

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 describe the protective properties of the models' cases so vividly, 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 still drowned their smartphones. Why did my Xperia drown? The reasons:

• Failure to comply with operating rules
• Possible marriage.
• Plugs are not closed.
• The plugs are simply cracked / worn out and do not provide proper tightness.
• The phone fell, after which damage could appear, which are not visible to the eye, but affect the sealed properties.
• The glass came off a little.

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

Sony Xperia Go

The most budget holder of the IP67 certificate of dust and water resistance is made in Japan - Sony has closed a whole niche with its versatile and inexpensive, forcing competitors to look for free zones in other price categories.

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 your smartphone.

A 1300 mAh battery would look weak in flagship devices with high-definition displays, but for a resolution of 320x480 (diagonal - 3.5 inches) this volume is quite enough. Sony Xperia Go is relevant both for lovers of tourist expeditions (the charge can be easily stretched for 3 light days) and for those who are used to seeing their phone in perfect store condition. The average price of the device is 8000 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 at least the first Galaxy Note), but more often it competently adopts ideas from other vendors. So it happened in 2013 - as soon as Sony flooded the market with protected devices, the main antagonist of Apple began to develop its creation intended for cruel use.

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

The casing of the product has an IP67 standard, which means that no dust can get inside the device. Galaxy S4 Active water procedures 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 is able to control home appliances thanks to the infrared port. The average cost is about 23,000 rubles, but the most motivated buyers will be able to find the Galaxy S4 Active for 19,000 in Russian currency.

Sony Xperia Z Ultra

One can talk for a very long time about the advantages and ways of using this tablet-like device. - a stylish and slim device with a 6.44-inch display (press whatever you want - from a match to a toothpick, from a pencil to a special stylus) is equipped with a powerful filling (a processor with four cores and a frequency of 2.2 GHz), a tolerable battery and an 8-megapixel camera.

They like to blame Sony for faded screens, flaws in branded interfaces and a craving for minimalism, but this time the Japanese have got a wonderful smartphone, the indisputable advantage of which is its invulnerability. If dust gets into the case, it will not affect the operation of the Android-phablet, and moisture will not be able to penetrate into the bins of the Xperia Z Ultra.

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

HTC J Butterfly

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

Butterfly was advertised as if reluctantly, making room for the pretentious Htc one... As a result, HTC managers talked about a wonderful camera of the "one", but did not bother to highlight the attention for a harmonious and waterproof one.

Besides attractive appearance and protection against water penetration, a five-inch gadget can shoot video at a frequency of 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 disadvantage of the device is standard, bold and indisputable - a 2020 mAh battery is enough for a little less than three hours of hyperactive work (constant work in resource-intensive applications).

HTC J Butterfly is hard to find, but it's still possible: the butterfly is on sale for 20,000 rubles.

LG Optimus GJ

It is believed that LG specializes in creating sleek rectangular smartphones with an ideal interface for writing short reminder notes. This stereotype is close to the harsh reality - the South Korean manufacturer really 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, weight 340 grams, thickness - 25 millimeters, a 3800 mAh battery (!), A volume sensor and a built-in radio (!!!) - all these indicators make 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

“But what about us?” - the owners of the iPhone think sadly, realizing that the release of a secure smartphone on iOS 7 will take place with approximately the same degree of probability as the victory of the Gabon national team at the World Cup.

The engineers from Otterbox decided to complicate the life of services (yes, by doing so, which every day change dozens of displays, microphones and rear panels Apple gadgets) and released cases of the Preserver Series, transforming the iPhone, if not into 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 meters.

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

For just $ 90, the iPhone 5, iPhone 5C or iPhone 5S transforms into an invulnerable (albeit less aesthetic) device.