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Customer Reviews for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
The Samsung GALAXY Rugby™ is the perfect for those looking for a mobile device that can withstand the elements. The ruggedized phone combines all of the power of a smartphone with the durability to take on any environment.
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27 out of 49(55%)customers recommend this product.
Customer Reviews for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Review 1 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
chickenscratch
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
3
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
good phone
PostedMarch 18, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"the phone feel good in my hand sound quality is ecellent battary lasts a long time"
Pros: Built-in speakers
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 2 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Crazyinhazy
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:expert
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
Really great phone!
PostedMarch 5, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"I love this phone because I can drop mine and it doesn't break!! I love the colors and it has so many apps!!"
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Inexpensive, Durable, Realistic color, Lightweight, right size
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 3 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
almondjoy
From kelowna ,.. anada
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
A great smart phone very tough
PostedMarch 1, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"Its been easy to use , samsung support has been great , takes nice quality photos , excellent features , absolutely the toughest phone I have ever owned , very fast downloads , more applications than I will ever use"
Pros: Bright display, Inexpensive, Durable, Lightweight
Cons: none really
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 4 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
hugbill
From Ottawa
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:expert
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
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Rugby Rocks!
PostedFebruary 15, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"I have had this phone for about 6 months or so and absolutely love it! It does more than most other phones and eaily compares to anything that the 'other' company has. It is easy to navigate and customise, the sound quality is fantastic, the speed is amazing and the graphics are sharp. There are numerous apps available for it and what is not available has already been done. I highly recommend this phone."
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Inexpensive, Durable, Realistic color, Lightweight, speed, functionality
Cons: none
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 5 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Meghan
From Sydney, Nova Scotia
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
3
out of
5
Design
3
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
Durable, nice camera, slow processor
PostedJanuary 2, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"I've had this phone for awhile, and for what I paid, it was worth it.
One of the only problems that I find with this phone is sometimes messages don't send. (this maybe my provider, but I'm with Bell and I've never had this problem with them before.) The phone also went crazy and stopped working and the battery died after only 6 hours. After I had the replacement battery, it worked fine.
Another problem is the processor. It is slooow. (it has nothing to do with the space on the phone, either. I have a 32GB SD card in.) It takes forever to get onto the internet, and when it DOES finally load, it takes another while to use anything.
Oh, and I find the lock and un-locking screen button hard to press at times.
The screen is also hard to see in the sun.
The screen is also hard to see in the sun.
But, the phone is VERY durable and it is amazing when it comes to water.
It's been dropped, thrown, underwater, pushed across the floor-- and not even one scratch on the screen.
It's been dropped, thrown, underwater, pushed across the floor-- and not even one scratch on the screen.
I also wish it came with Ice Cream Sandwhich instead of GingerBread."
Pros: Inexpensive, Durable, Realistic color
Cons: Not high def, slow processor
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 6 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
arskis306
From saskatoon, sk
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:6-10
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
The best phone for functionality and durability yet made
PostedDecember 30, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"What can you say? We've come a long way from those horrible construction geared cell phones with the built in cb radio function. I can have this phone on me and not worry about it being destroyed by a little tap, a limited flood scenario or whatever, and I can still check my e-mail, watch youtube, or do what I need to whenever I want to! The only thing negative I'll say is, MAKE IT BETTER! To be clear, I think this phone is awsome. That said, samsung I'm counting on you to raise the bar. I want the rugby II to blow me out of the water!"
Pros: Bright display, Durable, Realistic color, Lightweight
Cons: make it better
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 7 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
douste
From Kelowna,BC
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:novice
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
4
out of
5
Value
5
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5
Overall rating
Great tough smart phone for the price!
PostedNovember 20, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"Except for a few little glitches in my learning curve on how to operate this phone I would say the reviews
on cell phone tech sites were correct.You are just not going to find another phone of this quality and features
at it's price point.Now let me point out I could care less about apps or the camera so don't ask me but as
for pure browsing and email experience I find it loads plenty fast.The Google Maps and GPS is a great
feature as well-very accurate!Calls come in loud and clear and adding contacts is a breeze as the phone has
a better memory than me.Other features such as account details and news/weather reports come in handy.Lastly the battery is very long lasting I find even when browsing,using GPS or talking,standby time
is very good as well.Over all a great quality phone at a price that you can buy out right."
on cell phone tech sites were correct.You are just not going to find another phone of this quality and features
at it's price point.Now let me point out I could care less about apps or the camera so don't ask me but as
for pure browsing and email experience I find it loads plenty fast.The Google Maps and GPS is a great
feature as well-very accurate!Calls come in loud and clear and adding contacts is a breeze as the phone has
a better memory than me.Other features such as account details and news/weather reports come in handy.Lastly the battery is very long lasting I find even when browsing,using GPS or talking,standby time
is very good as well.Over all a great quality phone at a price that you can buy out right."
Pros: Bright display, Inexpensive, Durable, Realistic color, Lightweight
Cons: os is a bit confusing at first
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 8 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
binrat
From Meaford, On
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:novice
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
It has great features
PostedSeptember 24, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"I've had it for a few months now. 1st smart phone but not the 1st I've used. Compared to other brands its very rugged and loves to take the abuse."
Pros: Durable
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 9 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
bakermom
From Sudbury, Ontario
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
Problems with auto dial
PostedAugust 26, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"New phone - Set up was good, but sometimes scrolling through the address book, it accidentally dials a contact. There is no hanging it up, no matter which buttons are pressed. This is NOT good when you have long distance numbers in there.
I also find that the phone get very warm, perhaps a battery issue?"
I also find that the phone get very warm, perhaps a battery issue?"
Cons: auto dial, gets hot
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 10 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
KING SNARF
From ONTARIO
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
3
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
Completely Waterproof. Excellent Value.
PostedAugust 14, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"This phone is absolutely unbreakable. Waterproof, dustproof. nothing will break this phone. Waterproof is a great party peice. I threw my phone in the pool and left it for 5 minutes recording a video. brought it back out and is still working. the video even recorded and you can watch it back. Crazy phone highly recommend if you are tired of phones breaking from water. All phones should be like this. Performance is not crazy, but it is enough to get you by, and you dont really care because you know if its raining, you are good to go."
Pros: Durable, waterproof, party piece
Cons: slow processor
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 11 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Thumper
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
Tough
PostedJune 18, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"Reliable and tough, The Samsung GALAXY Rugby™ is the perfect for those looking for a mobile device that can withstand the elements. The ruggedized phone combines all of the power of a smartphone with the durability to take on any environment."
Pros: Durable, Lightweight
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 12 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Paul21
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
Perfect for motocross !
PostedMay 6, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"Bought this phone since my Blackberry Torch got banged up while off roading with my son. Needed something that can take a pounding and fit comfortably in my pocket in the event of emergencies. Has great reception and a super loud speaker. Weighs less than half of my old Blackberry Torch. Awesome design ! Wow !"
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Inexpensive, Durable, Realistic color, Lightweight
Cons: camera should be at least 5 mp or better
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 13 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
grapeape
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
wow
PostedMay 3, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"got this phone a week ago great phone for somebody that is in a lot of dust"
Pros: Bright display, Inexpensive, Durable, Realistic color, Lightweight
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 14 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Leo T
From Ottawa, ON Canada
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:expert
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
Wonderful product
PostedMay 3, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"Bought mine nearly a week ago and I love it. It's my first smartphone and I love the features and mostly love the cost!"
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Inexpensive, Durable, Lightweight
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 15 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Anonymos
From Midland, Ont
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
Blown away
PostedApril 30, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"I bought this phone 2 days ago and its absolutly amazing. Durable is an understatment for this device, this beast can take anything you throw at it, wether it be drops on pavement or a nice dip in the lake, not even direct hits to the screen damages it. I would recommend this phone to ANYONE"
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Durable, Realistic color, Lightweight
Cons: no front camera
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 16 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
bigonbeef92
From Bayfield, ON
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Overall rating
Good phone for the money
PostedFebruary 14, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"This phone is very durable, easy to use, and makes a good phone to use in rugged situations. The major drawback with it the limited space of onboard memory. Some apps as well as some other data needs to be stored on the onboard memory and can't be moved to the SD card. I found that the space that came with the phone was far too small for what I needed the phone and for the apps that I needed to install. But if you would not be using a lot of apps and need a durable phone with lots of features I would still recommend this phone to you."
Pros: Inexpensive, Durable
Cons: onboard memory too small
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 17 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
kowanian
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Overall rating
Tough, a working persons phone
PostedFebruary 14, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"I was looking for a phone that could do it all, and still be tough. I didn't want a phone that would break the second it had to be outside. Although a fantastic phone for what I use it for, there are a few things I would change if I could. 1) pre installed apps that you can't delete. What is that junk? I don't use them, they take up space that is premium in this phone. 2) Lack of space. I understand I didn't buy a 16GB Iphone and I can put a lot of things on an external SD card, but also there are a lot of things I can't put on the SD Card, like the Pre-installed Apps. 3) The processor speed is a little slow at times, but overall still good. 4)The battery is advertised as amazing and can hold a charge, doesn't die all the time etc. I run my phone with the minimums going (No Wi-fi, no blue tooth etc) but I still have to charge my phone every night, right from day 1 of owning it."
Pros: Bright display, Durable, Realistic color, Lightweight
Cons: Did not meet expectations
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 18 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Peter
From Montreal
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
3
out of
5
Design
4
out of
5
Value
3
out of
5
Overall rating
This product is solid, screen glass is great, srach free.
PostedFebruary 14, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"This product is solid, screen glass is great, sratch free. Sure will buy Samsung again."
Pros: Bright display, Realistic color
Cons: apps not user friendly as previous owned samsung
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 19 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
craneman
From Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Design
4
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
Water proofing is awesome!!!
PostedDecember 11, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"Had my Rugby phone in my shirt pocket, loading the dishwasher. The phone fell into the dishwasher!! I did not notice it had fallen. All day I was looking for the phone. Thought I had set it down in the mall. Long story short, went to unload the dishwasher, there it was. This phone went through the full wash cycle and heated dry cycle. pushed the on button, and it started up right away and works perfect!!! Very impressive!!!"
Pros: Inexpensive, Durable
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 20 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Big Al
From Canada
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
2
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Overall rating
Great Phone but Runs slow and battery dies fast
PostedOctober 30, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"I purchased this phoned about six months ago, it was great and exceeded my expectations at first. However recently i have installed a bunch of aftermarket apps, this really makes the phone lag. Also if any apps connect to the internet it kills the battery quickly! If i listen to music on 8tracks i rarely have enough battery power to make it through the day. I suggest you don't download any bulky apps
Overall great phone for the price. tough as advertised, although i have only dropped it a few times. Good features, reasonable camera, and surprising volume from the built-in speakers"
Overall great phone for the price. tough as advertised, although i have only dropped it a few times. Good features, reasonable camera, and surprising volume from the built-in speakers"
Pros: Built-in speakers, Inexpensive, Durable
Cons: slow
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 21 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
shumakir
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
3
out of
5
Design
3
out of
5
Value
3
out of
5
Overall rating
This phone is great for its features but not full proof
PostedSeptember 18, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"I had this phone for a while its takin a beating a still works. i have drop it in 12 foot pool down set of stairs in wet cement and nothing happened. then out of nowhere it fell into grass 4 feet at most and the screen cracked. Just wanted to say this phone is tough but remember anything can happen and nothing is full proof."
Pros: Durable, Lightweight, amazing speakers
Cons: not full proof
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 22 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
cowboy25692001
From regina, sk
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
3
out of
5
Design
4
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Overall rating
one tough phone
PostedSeptember 2, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"i have had other phones in the past but as an equipment operator bad things happen often to phones. my last phone was run over with my bobcat 4 times and still worked only prob was a cracked battery and it would cost more for a new battery then a new phone and got this one since i bought it i have dropped it in to asphalt hot mix temp of 120 c and is fine dropped it off a roller hight of 5 feet still fine dropped from my pocket in to a puddle still fine spilt pop on the dash of my car and submurged it in the pop not on purpose still fine but car stereo didnt survive :( but all in all a very tough phone."
Pros: Durable
Cons: low system mem
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 23 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
It's Phoney
From Alberta, Canada
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
Awesome, but could be more Awesome
PostedJuly 6, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"I've had this phone for almost a month and I love it. The only thing that bothers me is that sometimes it can be slow in speed. Other than that, love it! :)"
Pros: Durable, Realistic color, Lightweight
Cons: sometimes slow
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 24 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Stakman1
From Canada
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:6-10
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Design
4
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
Smart enough without features I don't need or won't use.
PostedJune 10, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"My first smart phone but not the first I've used. My only complaints are contacts stored on the SIM card allow for only one number and little customization, although contacts stored in the phone memory allow full customization. There also appears to be a lack of voice dialing capability which makes use with a blue tooth headset troubling. My carrier can be kind of lame and did not include a quick start guide with the phone, not smart in my mind since this is bound to be an entry level smart phone for a lot of people. Despite complaints overall very happy. I've even been caught in a couple of rain storms and while I kept it out of the moisture as much as possible it is reassuring to know it is water resistant."
Pros: Bright display, Inexpensive, Lightweight
Cons: um hello voice dialing?
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 25 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
DBSsystems
From Ottawa, ON
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Design
4
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Overall rating
Too bad it's not the real one.
PostedMay 8, 2012
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"I was excited to buy the I847 Rugby sold in the US, I was VERY disappointed to find out Canada was given the stripped version with the poor low res screen and only a 3MP camera for such a high price. Too bad our Canadian carriers are so misleading. All the reviews on the internet are for the I847 with it's good specs. I want one of those! Please!"
Cons: Not high def, Did not meet expectations, camera is only 3mp, i847 rugby is what we should have in canada.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 26 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Choked!!!
From Whistler, BC
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
3
out of
5
Design
1
out of
5
Value
1
out of
5
Overall rating
Limited system memory combined with carrier "bloatware" that can't be shuffled off to the SD card makes this phone less than ideal.
PostedMay 18, 2013
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"I eagerly jumped in with both feet last June - a smartphone that was durable and waterproof ? Fantastic !!! I soon discovered that the system memory couldn't keep up with program sizes/updates. The Rugby LTE that was released a mere 6 months later seems to address all of the Rugby Red & Black's shortcomings. I'm stuck with the poorer cousin - having used up my loyalty upgrade with my carrier."
Pros: Durable, waterproof
Cons: Did not meet expectations, lack of system memory, not supportrd bysamsung kies
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 27 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
glenncoent
From St. Catharines, Ontario
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:expert
Features
2
out of
5
Performance
2
out of
5
Design
4
out of
5
Value
2
out of
5
Overall rating
I really am not happy with this phone
PostedApril 15, 2013
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"I got this phone thinking of the ruggedness of it, (good advertising) and of its compact design and my wife said her anderoid powered phone was great. I am sorry to say that after using it for a month now I am not happy with it at all. Its slow, not very user friendly, and an overall pain in my hand. I should have kept my Iphone 4S which I was extremly happy with and never let me complain about it."
Pros: Durable, Lightweight
Cons: Did not meet expectations
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 28 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Brian G
From Sylvan Lake, Alberta, Canada
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:novice
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
2
out of
5
Design
3
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Overall rating
Good for small budgets
PostedMarch 22, 2013
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"It was the cheapest you can buy in a smart phone and there is a reason for that. The Bluetooth is terrible it keeps disconnecting from my new 2012 Kia Sportage....every-time. Battery life is about a day if your lucky. The plug for the USB is badly designed as it takes a screwdriver to remove it, which you have to do at least once per day, a lot of times twice a day. I don't like it and I regret my decision to take it as my first smartphone."
Pros: Inexpensive, Durable
Cons: Did not meet expectations, bad bluetooth connectivity
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 29 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
rewinder1966
From Tisdale, SK, Can
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
1
out of
5
Design
3
out of
5
Value
3
out of
5
Overall rating
I think this is an ok phone, but a lousy smart phone.
PostedMarch 19, 2013
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"This phone has a utterly useless amount of system memory. This causes low memory messages which causes the device to not recieve any type of message. It only keeps giving the low memory warning telling you to delete stuff from the memory. Due to this I have not been able to download any apps to the device. I would not recommend this device to anyone who wants it to be anything more than a phone."
Pros: Bright display, Durable
Cons: Did not meet expectations, very low system memory
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 30 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
cdngirl
From Oshawa, ON
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:novice
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
great phone for the price but screen broke first time it was dropped.
PostedFebruary 17, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"It still works with no issues with touch screen even though it has cracked."
Pros: Bright display, Inexpensive
Cons: Did not meet expectations, screen not durable as advertised
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 31 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Tguita
From Saint John, NB Canada
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:expert
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
2
out of
5
Design
4
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Overall rating
Don't know if I would buy another one
PostedDecember 29, 2012
"I purchased this phone for my daughter and then decided to give her my BlackBerry and take this one. I loved the idea of the android platform....I'm always playing games on FaceBook. But I find it takes forever to load the games, then it crashes, then there isn't enough memory (but I have tons of room on my SD card). The pictures take forever to actually take and the quality of the picture isn't great. I love the look of the phone but I don't think it has everything I'm looking for in a phone. I am seriously considering purchasing an IPhone to get the apps I like. It's a personal thing....just doesn't do it for me but works well enough for the price."
Pros: Bright display, Durable, Lightweight
Cons: Not high def, Did not meet expectations
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Review 32 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Gr8Bldr
From Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
3
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
Can't initiate hands free call
PostedNovember 10, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"Pros: A beautifull phone. Sized just right. Rugged. Good features. Good speaker volume for music.
Cons: On my motorcycle I can't initiate a bluetooth call. Not a true handsfree smartphone to meet Canadian handsfree laws."
Cons: On my motorcycle I can't initiate a bluetooth call. Not a true handsfree smartphone to meet Canadian handsfree laws."
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Durable, Lightweight
Cons: Did not meet expectations
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 33 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
wolfowl
From Aylmer, Ontario
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
great value for rugged phone
PostedSeptember 12, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"A great phone for rugged use but the volume output is low and the vibrate ringer is weaker than I expected. I have dropped this phone dozens of times, its been rained on, exposed to welding and grinding and the screen looks brand new when you clean it. The address book feature is very clunky and there are a lot of apps that come preloaded that I don't want and can't delete. The battery lifespan is up to the user, check all your apps to see what is using it up [ learned the hard way ]. Great value smartphone for working class environments but very difficult to see display in bright lit or sunlight areas."
Pros: Built-in speakers, Inexpensive, Durable, Lightweight
Cons: maximum sound volume too low
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 34 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
caddydream
From Saskatchewan Canada
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
2
out of
5
Design
2
out of
5
Value
2
out of
5
Overall rating
UNRELIABLE
PostedAugust 23, 2012
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"I had several incidents where the phone would not connect to network. I was getting strong signal but said unable to connect. On calling for support (from a landline) I was told to remove my sim card and re-insert! If this "Military grade " phone cannot take a drop without disconnecting the sim card, how can I rely on it in an emergency?"
Pros: Bright display, Realistic color
Cons: Did not meet expectations
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 35 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Wtorell
From Windsor, ON
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
2
out of
5
Design
2
out of
5
Value
2
out of
5
Overall rating
Like the phone but onboard memory & durability are questionable
PostedAugust 15, 2012
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"Was shocked when my phone only took a 2 1/2 foot tumble that my screen ended up with a crack since this phone is marketed to be more durable then others & even has a construction worker on the box it came in. Also very frustrating. Can hardly load any apps because it keeps telling me my system memory is low & it even wouldn't let me receive or send texts one day because it said the system memory is low. What is the sense of a smart phone if I can't install apps. It won't even default to my sd card which is a 8gig card so there should be more then enough memory."
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 36 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Freeatlast
From Canada
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
3
out of
5
Design
4
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Overall rating
This product is a nightmare to find a case for.
PostedJuly 25, 2012
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"My daughter was given this phone for her birthday. As she is a teenager we thought about a case cover and screen protector. These items can be found NOWHERE. We have tried every cell phone store, kiosk, and online. There are two Rugby cell phone types out there, we have the Samsung galaxy Rugby which is very different from the other Rugby version. This item should be sold at the point of purchase to avoid this problem"
Cons: no accessories for this item
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 37 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Traffic Guy
From Toronto , Ontario
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:beginner
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
3
out of
5
Design
3
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Overall rating
Good entry level smart phone.
PostedMay 29, 2012
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"This is my first smart phone.Im an old geezer and I found some of the features were annoying .I havemade several unintentional call s using the apps and contact list. Maybe Im just learing but annoyin all the same.I also found the screen was next to impossable to see when in bright sunlight, had to look for some shade. I'll give it some time and post again"
Pros: Inexpensive, Realistic color
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 38 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
jackson_18
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:novice
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
1
out of
5
Performance
1
out of
5
Design
3
out of
5
Value
2
out of
5
Overall rating
wish I had got an Iphone
PostedMay 16, 2013
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"Ive had this phone for close to a year and I think it was ok for the first month. I hate how if I have it plugged in, if I get a message, it shuts off and I have to take the battery out to fix it. The memory on this thing is waay too small sitting at 165mb. I like that it's element proof and that's all"
Pros: Lightweight
Cons: Did not meet expectations
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 39 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
personA
From Sask.
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
1
out of
5
Performance
1
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
2
out of
5
Overall rating
Strong, but not smart.
PostedJanuary 21, 2013
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"I dropped this phone in a lake and it never stopped working, and dropped it in a beer by accident and again it did not stop working, accidentally crushed it under my bike and the screen cracked and the back is dented but yet it still works. All of that is great except that the phone is psychotic. It glitches constantly. It is super slow and it freezes and sometimes it starts typing or pressing buttons on its own and I have to turn the screen off and back on constantly while texting to get through a message because of the constant glitching. It has randomly created shortcuts on my home screen and randomly opens them up when I have my homescreen open so I am constantly struggling to delete these shortcuts which is a pain and a half while your phone won't stop glitching anytime you have the screen on. Also, the internet stopped working about 3 months after I got the phone and I can't seem to get it to work anymore. Not sure what went wrong there, but honestly I can only use this phone for texting, calling and taking pictures. So much for my data plan which I am stuck in and can't even use."
Pros: Durable
Cons: Poor quality, Did not meet expectations, glitches, touchscreen goes dead, slow
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 40 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
canadastew
From Toronto, ON
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:expert
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
2
out of
5
Design
2
out of
5
Value
2
out of
5
Overall rating
Destroyed in 6 months
PostedJanuary 3, 2013
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"I persuaded my girlfriend to buy this phone as it is the only smart phone I know of geared towards the construction industry. The reason for this is that she's clumsy and drops phones and just about everything else. Within 6 months, she has cracked the "protective" plastic over the screen, the gyros don't work, and it freezes. I am expecting that she will get another month or two before I have to buy her another phone. This is not a durable phone by any means. If someone is looking for a durable device, by whatever phone you want and get a decent cover for it. That will be better than this."
Cons: Poor quality, Did not meet expectations
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 41 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
DanSir88
From Toronto, ON
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
2
out of
5
Performance
2
out of
5
Design
2
out of
5
Value
2
out of
5
Overall rating
No handsfree option
PostedDecember 23, 2012
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"All the features are great except it does not allow you to call using voice activation with a bluetooth. I can only receive calls with the bluetooth. I think it's missing something very important here, don't you think? It's being returned for a phone that is compatible with what everyone needs today, a bluetooth."
Pros: Bright display, Inexpensive, Durable
Cons: Did not meet expectations
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 42 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Dani
From saskatoon,sk
I have used this product for:3-6 months
# of SAMSUNG products I own:6-10
Features
1
out of
5
Performance
1
out of
5
Design
4
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Overall rating
Worst phone i ever bought!
PostedNovember 3, 2012
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"When i first bought this phone i was excited because i work construction, and my last phone i dropped in water so i thought this would be perfect boy was i wrong! I have to leave it in truck because my screen cracked from doing nothing within first two days of owning. absolutely zero storage. And to top it off i lost everything on my sd card yesterday out of no where. All of a sudden says sd card is damaged. i take the best care of my stuff so this is frustrating especially since all pictures are stored on there cause no room on phone. im building a house and all those pics gone, pics of my son, my bf...gone. I was so proud of myself for buying this phone, it is the worst phone ive ever owned! Do Not Buy!"
Cons: Poor quality, Did not meet expectations
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 43 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
rob6239
From Hamilton, ON
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
1
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
3
out of
5
Overall rating
Poor phone - keep looking
PostedOctober 20, 2012
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"THe phone looks great and is cheap compared to other better products.
I liked the bright screen, the camera, the built in speakers and the Samsung and Google play app stores (although I don't understand why I need two app stores - and they can't be removed). The phone comes with plenty of pre-installed software from my mobile carrier that I can't delete and remove from the phone. Now that I have added about 6 or 7 apps (including facebook), the phone constantly tells me the internal memory is almost full despite my addition of a 32gb mini sd card to hold media etc.
Next problem is the antenna and reception. Much of this depends on the cell carrier I imagine but I don't remember having so many calls dropped and getting "Emergency Calls Only" messages so often with other phone brands.
The software gets buggy and lags and is slow at times. At its best operating speed, it has an average response. It is not going to blow you away with its intuitive responsiveness.
I can't help but feel this phone is too buggy but was marketed tor people who might drop their phone often, or get it wet, or work outdoors sometimes in harsh weather conditions and sacrificed performance related features.
I do not recommend this phone and I tell as many people as I can not to get it. As soon as my cell carrier contract allows, I will get rid of it."
Pros: Bright display, Inexpensive, Durable
Cons: Poor quality, reception, call quality
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 44 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Gold trader
From Sylvan Lake, Alberta, Canada
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
2
out of
5
Design
3
out of
5
Value
3
out of
5
Overall rating
Samsung Rugby disapointed fan
PostedOctober 12, 2012
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"I don't really like it. I have been back to the dealership more than 6 times. the worst problem has been pairing the phone to my brand new KIA 2012 Sportage (Korean made SUV). I keep losing the pairing and have to manually re- pair the phone. The problem also exists in my girlfriends 2011 Ford Focus SES. We have hands free laws in this country and this phone has major issues with compliance to these requirements.
The phone has had to have the SIM card removed and reinstalled 4 times due to glitches in communications, such as loss of reception. The software has problems in the airplane mode software switch....buggy. Battery life is about 1.5 to 2 days.....not a pleasant thing to have to constantly worry about battery power and removing the tight water seal plugs.
The phone does seem rugged. I haven't dropped it yet and I bought an industrial holster. I also installed an extra plastic shield and screen protector.
The learning curve is steep as well, so be prepared to learn about Android OS as well as Samsung settings."
The phone has had to have the SIM card removed and reinstalled 4 times due to glitches in communications, such as loss of reception. The software has problems in the airplane mode software switch....buggy. Battery life is about 1.5 to 2 days.....not a pleasant thing to have to constantly worry about battery power and removing the tight water seal plugs.
The phone does seem rugged. I haven't dropped it yet and I bought an industrial holster. I also installed an extra plastic shield and screen protector.
The learning curve is steep as well, so be prepared to learn about Android OS as well as Samsung settings."
Pros: Built-in speakers, Inexpensive, Durable, Realistic color
Cons: Did not meet expectations, bluetooth pairing is terrible., batterylife isn't very good.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 45 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
NL_Guy
From Canada
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:expert
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
1
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Design
2
out of
5
Value
1
out of
5
Overall rating
Front camera
PostedJune 12, 2012
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"Bell advertised this as having a front camera. The AT&T version does, the Bell version does not. The display was also not bight enough in daylight."
Pros: Durable
Cons: Did not meet expectations
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 46 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
wish i bought an iphone
From Orillia, Ontario
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
1
out of
5
Performance
1
out of
5
Design
1
out of
5
Value
1
out of
5
Overall rating
dropped it from waist height and the screen cracked
PostedMarch 18, 2013
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"Warranty doesn't cover cracked screen, which just dropped out of my hands.
Why not make a protective case to protect the phone? I am still looking for a way to hold on to this slippery little phone.
BTW...why can't I see/open attachments in emails?
Also, I find mykids iphones to be way faster. Sorry, but it's not for me!!!"
Why not make a protective case to protect the phone? I am still looking for a way to hold on to this slippery little phone.
BTW...why can't I see/open attachments in emails?
Also, I find mykids iphones to be way faster. Sorry, but it's not for me!!!"
Cons: not durable, too slow
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 47 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
IPhone
From New york NY
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
1
out of
5
Performance
1
out of
5
Design
1
out of
5
Value
1
out of
5
Overall rating
It is the worst phone i have ever used in my life.
PostedNovember 5, 2012
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"I highly recommend that nobody buys this phone as it is the worst functioning phone i have ever used in my life."
Cons: Poor quality, Not high def, Too big, Did not meet expectations, very slow, horrible, very overpriced
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 48 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
RoyH
From Hamilton Ontario
I have used this product for:less than a month
Features
2
out of
5
Performance
1
out of
5
Design
3
out of
5
Value
1
out of
5
Overall rating
Will not connect to my car
PostedSeptember 20, 2012
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"Very poor or no Bluetooth connection. I cannot use this phone with my car. My old flip phone was far superior. Wish I had never bought this phone."
Cons: Did not meet expectations
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 49 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
plowboy
From nova scotia
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
3
out of
5
Design
2
out of
5
Value
3
out of
5
Overall rating
This product is fragile
PostedAugust 15, 2012
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"This phone dropped from its case onto a concrete floor and cracked the screen. It is advertiseed as being robust and able to take abuse, but it didn't take the abuse my Vibrant S did.
Sorry I bought this model"
Sorry I bought this model"
Cons: fragile screen
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 50 for Galaxy Rugby™ | Red and Black
Unhappy Customer
From Toronto
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:intermediate
Features
1
out of
5
Performance
1
out of
5
Design
1
out of
5
Value
1
out of
5
Overall rating
Warning --- Do not buy
PostedJune 7, 2012
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"This phone has the worse contact format, I really did get ripped off. You can not list much information under each contacts name, just one phone number and one e-mail address. Do not waste your time with this junk."
Cons: Did not meet expectations
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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