Tough products you can take outdoors

By Pam Carroll on 10 November 2009

With technology so much a part of everyday life, we can't really leave home without it. But what happens when you're headed outdoors and want to use your gear in a less than pristine environment?

Truth is, some tech devices are better suited to withstand the rigours of outdoor life than others. Whether you are going to the beach, out in the bush, or simply want to use them in places that are exposed to wind, water or dust, it might pay to take devices specifically built to protect their inner tech smarts from those harsh, damaging elements.

Start by looking here, through our round-up of ruggedised phones, cameras and laptops.

Sonim XP3 Enduro

The XP3 Enduro may not look pretty and it has the features of a prepaid mobile, but it's probably the only phone you'll find that can be driven over by a car and still work.

Editor's rating:6.5 User rating:8
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  • Good: Virtually unbreakable • Great battery life • USB charging
  • Bad: No HSDPA, Wi-Fi or GPS • No camera • Virtually no internal storage
  • Specs: Candybar • Bluetooth • 10 MB • Numerical keypad • See more specifications
  • RRP: AU$549.00
  • Available plans: 6 plans available starting from $39 to $89

Find the best Sonim XP3 Enduro plans available.

Topics: tough, rugged, waterproof, outdoors, tech, withstand, pristine, everyday life, harsh, bush

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