CAT S48c

CAT's latest rugged handset won't crack under pressure, but it's definitely not for everyone.

-- As reviewed by Tom's Guide
CAT S48c 1

Product details

  • Rugged design - non-slip body for wet hands and easy to find buttons when using with gloves
  • High performance display screen: 5 FHD (1920x1080) display IPS with wet-finger/glove-on working technology with a Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Platform: Android Oreo (upgradeable to Android Pie) with Qualcomm SDM630 chipset Outscore 2. 2GHz. Data speed Maximum Downlink Data Rate- 400Mbps. Data Speed (Maximum Uplink Data Rate)-75Mbps
  • Sensors: Proximity Sensor, Ambient Light Sensor, E-compass, Accelerometer
  • Beyond rugged: Ingress Protection (IP68) Sand, dust and dirt resistant; Waterproof Up to 4ft for 35 minutes; Drop Tested Up to 6ft onto concrete

PROS

+ Superrugged
+ Excellent battery life

CONS

- A bit expensive
- Drab display
- Disappointing camera
- No reverse charging
- No fingerprint sensor

Expert reviews and ratings

By Tom's Guide on January 29, 2019
CAT's latest rugged handset won't crack under pressure, but it's definitely not for everyone.
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