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Samsung is developing the Galaxy Xcover 8 Pro, a new rugged phone with a larger user-removable battery, as confirmed by Safety Korea. The battery, manufactured by Ningde Amperex Technology Limited, has a typical capacity of 4350mAh, an upgrade from the previous models' 4050mAh. The phone is expected to be released around mid-2025, alongside a new rugged tablet.
Samsung has launched the rugged Galaxy XCover 7 phone and Galaxy Tab Active 5 tablet, both featuring durable designs and MIL-STD-810H certification. The XCover 7 boasts a 6.6-inch FHD+ TFT screen, 6GB RAM, 128GB storage, and a 4,050mAh removable battery, while the Tab Active 5 offers an 8-inch 120Hz TFT screen, 5G connectivity, and a unique "No Battery Mode" allowing it to be used without a battery. Pricing and availability details are yet to be announced.
Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy XCover 7, a rugged phone tailored for business and industrial use, featuring 5G connectivity, enhanced performance, a larger display, and improved camera capabilities while maintaining its durable design. The device meets IP68 and MIL-STD-810H military standards, includes a user-replaceable battery, and offers features such as a customizable XCover Key and barcode scanner capabilities. Set to launch with Android 14 and One UI 6, the Galaxy XCover 7 is slated for release by the end of January.
Renders of the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 7 have been leaked, revealing a familiar but outdated design with a small V-shaped screen cutout and a single rear camera. The rugged phone is expected to be priced lower than its Pro-branded predecessor, but details on its specifications and affordability are still unknown. The Xcover 7 is likely to have a durable build, resistant to water, dust, extreme temperatures, vibration, and drops. It may feature a programmable side-mounted Xcover button and a user-replaceable battery. An official announcement is expected in the near future.
Renders of the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 7 have been leaked, showcasing a rugged phone with a single rear-facing camera, an Infinity-V display, and a chocolate bar-like pattern on the back panel. The device is expected to feature a user-removable battery, a characteristic of the Xcover series, allowing for quick battery swaps. Not much else is known about the phone, except for the model number SM-G556B, suggesting it may be based on the upcoming Galaxy A55.
HMD has released the Nokia XR21, a rugged smartphone, in the US for $499.99. The phone comes with an IP69K rating, Gorilla Glass Victus protection, and MIL-STD-810H certification. It features a Snapdragon 695 chipset, 6GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, and a 6.49-inch 120Hz LCD screen. The phone has a 64MP main and 8MP ultrawide rear cameras, a 16MP front camera, and a 4,800mAh battery with 33W wired charging. The Nokia XR21 is available in Midnight Black and comes with a free pair of wireless earbuds.
HMD Global has announced the Nokia XR21, a rugged phone with MIL-STD-810H certification and an IP69K rating for dust and water resistance. The phone features a Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, 6GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, and a 6.49-inch 120Hz LCD screen. It also has a 64MP main camera, 8MP ultrawide shooter, and 16MP front-facing camera. The Nokia XR21 will be available in the UK from May 3 for £499.99 (~$625) and comes with Android 12, dual-SIM slots, eSIM support, and a 3.5mm port.