Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra: The First Rugged Phone with Dimensity 9300+
Ulefone, celebrating a decade of innovation, has launched the Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra, the first rugged smartphone powered by the flagship Dimensity 9300+ chipset. This powerhouse phone combines durability with top-tier performance, making it a unique offering in the rugged phone market. Boasting 16GB of RAM, this device competes with flagship smartphones while withstanding extreme environments and conditions.
The Armor 28 Ultra is rated IP68 and IP69K, ensuring water resistance up to 2 meters for 30 minutes and protection against high-pressure water jets. It is also drop-tested for heights of up to 2 meters and can operate in temperatures ranging from -30°C to 55°C, making it ideal for professionals and adventurers alike.
Cutting-Edge Features: Camera and Display
The Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra isn’t just tough—it also excels in photography. Equipped with a 50MP main camera featuring the Sony IMX989 sensor, users can capture stunning images in daylight. An additional 50MP ultra-wide camera and 50MP selfie camera ensure versatility for any shooting scenario. What sets this phone apart is the inclusion of a 64MP night vision camera and a thermal imaging sensor. The ThermoVue Pro app enables users to access high-resolution thermal imaging, making the Armor 28 Ultra ideal for both professionals and outdoor enthusiasts.
Additionally, the Armor 28 Ultra boasts a 6.67-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 2,200 nits of peak brightness. This is the first time Ulefone has incorporated an OLED display in its rugged phones, offering crisp visuals even in direct sunlight. A secondary circular display on the back offers convenient access to information when the phone is face down.
Performance and Durability at Its Core
Powered by the Dimensity 9300+ chipset, the Armor 28 Ultra ensures seamless multitasking and powerful performance. The phone comes with 16GB of LPDDR4X RAM (expandable to 32GB virtually) and 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage, with support for further expansion via microSD. It also features a massive 10,600mAh battery with 120W fast charging and 50W wireless charging, allowing it to outlast most devices on the market. Whether you’re deep in the wilderness or on a job site, this phone will keep you connected.
Ulefone Armor Mini 20T Pro: Compact but Mighty
In addition to the Armor 28 Ultra, Ulefone is launching the Armor Mini 20T Pro, a compact rugged phone built to withstand even harsher conditions. With a 4.7-inch display and a battery capacity of 6,200mAh, this small but sturdy phone offers all the rugged features of its larger sibling, including thermal imaging capabilities via the MyFLIR Pro app.
Despite its smaller size, the Mini 20T Pro is rated for depths of up to 20 meters underwater and can survive drops from heights of up to 10 meters. The phone is powered by the Dimensity 6300 chipset and paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, making it a reliable companion for those who need durability without sacrificing performance.
Release Date and Availability
The Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra is set to start pre-sales in November, while the Armor Mini 20T Pro will be available in October. Both phones will come with Android 14 and are expected to be priced competitively for their respective markets. Official pricing details will be announced closer to the release date.
