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Customer Reviews for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
When the going gets tough, the tough reach for the Samsung Galaxy Rugby™ LTE – the perfect phone for people who need an Android device that can withstand the elements. It has all the power of a smartphone with the durablilty and toughness required for exploring the great outdoors or working on the most demanding job sites.
Rating:
(23 Reviews) 23
Rating Breakdown 23 reviews
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21 out of 22(95%)customers recommend this product.
Customer Reviews for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
Review 1 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
barbiejeans
From alberta
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
5
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5
Performance
5
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Design
5
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Value
5
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5
Overall rating
tuff on the outside, and a total gem inside
PostedMarch 30, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"I would recommend this phone to anyone. Great if you are into outdoors activities, you don't have to leave your phone in the truck when you go out to play. It looks great and works even better. I am so happy I have a smart phone that i don't have to worry about, no more plain jane phones with limited capabilities...it is like having a laptop in my palm...great job samsung!!!"
Pros: Bright display, Durable, Realistic color
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 2 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
Pato
From Toronto
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
5
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5
Value
5
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5
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This is the best phone I've ever had...
PostedMarch 27, 2013
"I have this phone from two month ago and I can say it's the best one I ever had. It's so powerfull and fast in it's process. Reliable and versatle. I bought another one for my wife and she is happy too."
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Durable, Realistic color
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Review 3 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
YYCGuy
From Calgary, AB
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:beginner
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
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5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
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5
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Excellent and rugged!
PostedMarch 24, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"I was a BlackBreey fan for the last decade... I love this phone! More features, more compatible pplications, and excellent value! Easy to use!"
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Durable, Realistic color, excellent value, easy to use
I would recommend this to a friend!
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+2points
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Review 4 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
Rollie
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
4
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5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
3
out of
5
Value
4
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5
Overall rating
Very Happy
PostedMarch 17, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"One of the best phones I've ever had. The download speds are much faster than previous phones , the touchscreen is just sensitive enough however I give it an average rating on design because I find the touchscreen a little difficult to text with. I love the high definition screen and the excellent sound output through the earbuds."
Pros: Bright display, Durable, Realistic color, Lightweight
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 5 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
worldhugz
From canada
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:6-10
Features
5
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5
Performance
4
out of
5
Design
4
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5
Value
4
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5
Overall rating
awesome phone
PostedMarch 7, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"This is the best purchase I have made in years. I was sold on the toughness of the phone, it is so nice to be able to carry a phone with you and not have a bulky case to protect it. I am very impressed with the design, features and the speed/ease browsing, etc. Keep up the great work :)"
Pros: Durable
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 6 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
MG_SNAPON
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:beginner
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
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5
Overall rating
Very user friendly
PostedFebruary 15, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"Had the phone about 2 weeks now and the speed of the processor is great.. Easy to use and not bulky.Great job SAMSUNG."
Pros: Bright display, Durable, Lightweight
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 7 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
t_bo
From Calgary, Alberta
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
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5
Design
4
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5
Value
5
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Overall rating
The way smart phones should be built!
PostedFebruary 15, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"I'm hard on equipment, so naturally when I found out about the Rugby I was immediately drawn to it. I love the fact that I can have a smart phone that won't explode the second I drop it or get it wet. To top it off, it's fast, and the LTE doesn't drain the battery as fast as I expected it would. I highly recommend this phone to anyone, whether you're the outdoorsy type, or if you've ever dropped your phone in the toilet."
Pros: Durable, Lightweight
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 8 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
Ricky Bobby
From Foam lake, sk
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
5
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5
Performance
5
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5
Design
5
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5
Value
5
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5
Overall rating
Ricky Bobby Approved!
PostedFebruary 14, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"Being a conductor for the rail road and father of 3 this phone has survived what it said it could! Cold weather(-40) ,toilets, thrown out of golf cart, chewed on, and many other things that should have killed it!
Awesome phone!"
Awesome phone!"
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Inexpensive, Durable, Realistic color
I would recommend this to a friend!
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+1point
1of 1voted this as helpful.
Review 9 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
Belgamorph
From Stillwater Lake,N.S.
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
4
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5
Value
4
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5
Overall rating
Easy to navigate ,fast and smart.
PostedFebruary 14, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"I had a smart phone before this one, but it only graduated from high school.This phone is a college graduate with a Phd.I am very pleased with the performance and feel secure knowing that is capable of taking a few knocks.I work construction and as a result my phone can be subject to dust and vibration.It is a good size with a nice screen."
Pros: Bright display, Durable
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 10 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
Hiker
From Vancouver 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
5
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Design
5
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Value
5
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Overall rating
Unique features for outdoor use
PostedJanuary 11, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"This phone is a solid performer for routine use, and is probably unmatched for use outdoors by construction workers, hikers and cyclists and the like. It also would make an excellent parent-purchased phone for a sometimes less-than-responsible teen.
The screen is only moderate in size, but is very sharp and bright. Streaming video is excellent, with surprisingly good sound from the built in speaker which make the unit sound more like a small radio than a phone. The internal memory is limited, but an SD card is easily added for those who want to carry around a lot of music etc.
The case has thick edges with ridges which make it easy to grip, and all ports are covered with waterproof plastic plugs which must be pried out with a fingernail for the port or jack to be used. Removed plugs hang on a plastic tab to prevent loss.
The camera flash LED can be turned on with an on-screen widget to create a flashlight which shines even when the screen is turned off. The illuminated area is about as wide as the distance from the camera to the illuminated surface and is free of hot spots, making it a good booklight. The light doesn't get hot in continuous use, and 1 hour of use drains the battery by only about 5%.
Google Maps on the phone can cache WiFi downloaded map data for an area the size of a large city for offline use where there is no cell signal, or for use in a foreign country where data roaming charges are prohibitive. Battery use while the GPS is turned on is moderate, making the phone attractive for hikers away from a charging source. 8 hours of continuous tracking using Google My Tracks at its highest resolution drains the battery by only 35%."
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Durable, Realistic color
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 11 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
kjunbill
From Bobcaygeon, Ont
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
5
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5
Value
5
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5
Overall rating
Great Phone
PostedDecember 25, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"This is my first smartphone and after much searching, I'm glad I chose this one. It does everything that I want it to do. I have dropped it a couple of times and no damage at all. The volume of incoming calls is excellent. Able to hear perfectly in noisy environments. The only thing I wish it had was a LED light indicating a missed call or text. It would save having to open up the phone all the time. Battery life seemed to have gotten a little better with the charging cycles. But it would be nice to have a longer life battery."
I would recommend this to a friend!
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+3points
3of 3voted this as helpful.
Review 12 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
Hitman George
From Inisfail, Alberta
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:novice
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
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5
Design
5
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5
Value
5
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5
Overall rating
Great phone Love it just absolutely love it.
PostedDecember 19, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"I just got my Galaxy Rugby about a week ago through Telus and it is my first smart phone and I absolutely Love It. It is easy to learn an easy to operate. I got used to it in a flash and it goes everywhere with me and no one else touches it."
Pros: Bright display, Inexpensive, Durable, Lightweight
I would recommend this to a friend!
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+2points
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Review 13 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
Dmitrii
From canada
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:expert
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
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5
Overall rating
does what it says
PostedDecember 10, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"first day i got it, i put it under water for 5 min, works fine.battery holds for a week of my use(internet radio over 1h a day, calls, some messaging), well quality build, perfect size, very loud speaker, charges very quickly."
Pros: Durable
I would recommend this to a friend!
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+8points
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Review 14 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
LovinRugby
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
5
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Overall rating
Uncompromised features in a well designed Phone!
PostedDecember 6, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"I am very happy I decided to purchase this phone.
The overall feel and experience is beyond what I expected for a rugged device.
The speed and fluidity of the interface felt like a more expensive device.
This is how I would have made it! Thank you Samsung!!"
The overall feel and experience is beyond what I expected for a rugged device.
The speed and fluidity of the interface felt like a more expensive device.
This is how I would have made it! Thank you Samsung!!"
Pros: Bright display, Inexpensive, Durable, Lightweight, comfortable grip
Cons: lacks bluetooth tethering, no ambient light sensor
I would recommend this to a friend!
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+5points
5of 5voted this as helpful.
Review 15 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
Hotfish
From Cold Lake, 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
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Value
5
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5
Overall rating
Rough and Tough
PostedDecember 4, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"Hi all, I recently had to purchase a new cell due to the older one being stolen and I was absolutely baffled by the changes I saw on the market. Being an avid outdoors person and military of profession, the Rugby LTE was the perfect choice. Heavy duty protective features makes this phone one of the most versatile tools there is out there while keeping a touch of esthetic and servicability. I f you are afraid of purchasing a smart phone due to their fragility, the Rugby LTE will blow you away by its durability."
Pros: Durable
I would recommend this to a friend!
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5of 5voted this as helpful.
Review 16 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
rayfromthenorth
Features
5
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5
Performance
5
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Design
5
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Value
5
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5
Overall rating
The only phone for my wife.....
PostedNovember 30, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"This is the only phone for my wife. It survives rough treatment, being thrown in a purse, being dropped, a splash of coffee, and most importantly the kids."
Pros: Bright display, Inexpensive, Durable
Cons: Not high def
I would recommend this to a friend!
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+3points
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Review 17 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
ArgleBargle
Features
5
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5
Performance
5
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Design
5
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Value
4
out of
5
Overall rating
phenomenal
PostedNovember 18, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"Galaxy Rugby LTE is a great waterproof rugged phone. small, bright and fast - would be a very good phone even without the rugged/waterproof specs, but that's why i bought it. i use it running/cycling and working in the rain as well as sailing. i can go running and still be on call for emergencies while it doubles as my music player and GPS watch to track my distance (use free Maverick app). it sacrifices almost nothing over an iphone and gives me far, far more versatility and confidence. great, great, great phone. its actually changed my life a little."
Pros: Bright display, Durable
I would recommend this to a friend!
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+5points
5of 5voted this as helpful.
Review 18 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
NBARILLAS
Features
5
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5
Performance
4
out of
5
Design
5
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Value
5
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5
Overall rating
Great tough phone
PostedNovember 17, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"I did not believe that there were smartphones out there that has these kinds of specs. For the price point that it has it is a steal. The internal memory is Lacking but adding a 32gb micro SD card solved that problem fast. If you are tired of the I phone breaking all the time (which mine was) this is a great replacement user friendly and more free apps to go with it. I have not had a problem with the phone software, its fast and handles a lot."
Pros: Bright display, Inexpensive, Durable, Lightweight
I would recommend this to a friend!
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+4points
4of 4voted this as helpful.
Review 19 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
Allvodi
From Toronto, ON
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:3-5
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
4
out of
5
Value
5
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5
Overall rating
Good business phone.
PostedApril 11, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"1. If one does not need the HD capability of the Galaxy S3 this is a great alternative. It's as fast.
2. If one wants long battery life, ditto again. It easily runs for 2 days if one uses it like a business phone. It was not intended for games or movies. (Note the screen size !).
3. If one needs a more robust, fast business friendly smartphone, this is it.
4. If one is looking for a good replacement for a tired smatphone and is willing to learn using the touch screen (it's easy folks !) ditto again."
2. If one wants long battery life, ditto again. It easily runs for 2 days if one uses it like a business phone. It was not intended for games or movies. (Note the screen size !).
3. If one needs a more robust, fast business friendly smartphone, this is it.
4. If one is looking for a good replacement for a tired smatphone and is willing to learn using the touch screen (it's easy folks !) ditto again."
Pros: Bright display, Inexpensive, Durable, good form factor.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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+2points
2of 2voted this as helpful.
Review 20 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
mdlagdeyes
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:novice
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
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Design
5
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Overall rating
easy to figure out
PostedFebruary 15, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"my first smart phone, and once I figured out how to answer the phone calls, the rest of it was very intuitive. Love the large screen!"
I would recommend this to a friend!
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+3points
3of 3voted this as helpful.
Review 21 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
Alex
From Toronto
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:beginner
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Design
4
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Overall rating
Good phone.
PostedFebruary 5, 2013
I would recommend this to a friend!
"It's a multi-purpose phone and has good reliability. It would be good if it came in more than one colour as well."
Pros: Inexpensive, Durable
Cons: Not high def
I would recommend this to a friend!
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1of 1voted this as helpful.
Review 22 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
kaygan
From BC,Vancouver
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
4
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Value
5
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5
Overall rating
Looks good , fast , light
PostedNovember 2, 2012
I would recommend this to a friend!
"My beloved HTC falled and broke , i was looking for a tough phone . Here it is , looks good . Lighter than my old one , faster , better stronger .
As it is waterproof no worries under the rain anymore . No need for zip lock bags :)"
As it is waterproof no worries under the rain anymore . No need for zip lock bags :)"
Pros: Bright display, Durable, Lightweight, impressive, compact
I would recommend this to a friend!
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+8points
9of 10voted this as helpful.
Review 23 for Galaxy Rugby™ LTE
mandoo12
From Sparwood, BC
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:intermediate
# of SAMSUNG products I own:1-2
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Design
1
out of
5
Value
5
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5
Overall rating
Samsung Rugby Lte does not live up to Samsungs hype.
PostedMarch 12, 2013
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
"Purchased this phone in Dec 2012 for my Husband who works in heavy construction, because of Samsungs claim that the phone is more durable, withstands more than the average phone etc.... So my husbands has been very careful with the phone, but the other day he was in our SUV when he forgot that he had the phone in his lap and got out of the vehicle, the phone hit the driveway. Needless to say the phone did not withstand the drop from his lap. (not even 3 feet). Cracked the screen and now there is no display. NOT IMPRESSED, IN MY OPINION THIS IS NOT A DURABLE OR RUGGED PHONE, ITS JUST LIKE ALL THE REST."
Cons: Did not meet expectations
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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+3points
4of 5voted this as helpful.