Performance-wise, the Armor 26 Ultra is solid.
However, at the core, this phone is designed for work purposes.
Ultimately, the Armor 26 Ultra is unique compared to thebest rugged phoneswe’ve reviewed.
The exterior is made from hard rubberised plastic that provides shock protection against knocks and drops.
The base includes a USB key in-C port for charging and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
The multi-touch display features IPS technology which produces a clear crisp and bright image.
On the front there’s a 50MP Selfie camera.
It can also charge through the PD protocol with a throw in-C to throw in-C cable.
This setup is similar to most walkie-talkies and reinforces the phone’s design for building sites and similar trades.
A nice feature of this large-capacity battery is reverse charging.
The smartphone apps included enhance its features, making it more versatile than other rugged phones.
Despite its 600 g weight causing significant impact, the phone survived with minimal damage.
This feature is particularly handy for trades that require detailed inspections in confined spaces.
In terms of processing power, the Armor 26 Ultra surpassed expectations for a rugged phone.
It handled more intensive applications likeAdobeLightroom and CapCut without issue, enabling quick image enhancements and social media edits.
For these uses, it has ample power.