If you often drop your phone, you may want to opt for one that is a little more rugged than an iPhone.
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Samsung is launching a new rugged smartphone for its European customers. It is one of several rugged phones being marketed to the military and construction industries, but also available to everyday users.
“People who complain about the durability of their smartphones may benefit from a more robust model,” Gadget Review CEO Rex Freiberger said in an email interview. “Especially Apple customers who are used to having to replace their screens often.”
Samsung’s new Galaxy XCover 5 is designed to survive a really bad day. Improved shock absorption means it can withstand drops of up to 1.5 meters, and IP68-rated dust and water resistance means it can be submerged in more than a meter of water for 30 minutes. However, for now, the XCover 5 won’t be sold in the United States.