Ulefone has a new smartphone in its range, the Armor X16, which can be ordered as a direct import from China for $168. Buyers should keep in mind, however, that local warranty rights will not apply in the event of a claim. Ulefone already has a strong presence on Amazon with models such as the Armour 34 Pro 5G, so warranty-conscious customers are advised to wait until the model is available there.
The Armor X16 is a rugged smartphone that supposedly meets IP69K, IP68, and MIL-STD-810H standards, offering protection against dust, water and falls. The weight of just under 395 grams and the thickness of 17.95 millimeters are due not only to the robust design but also to the large battery, which has a whopping capacity of 10,360 mA and can be charged at 33 watts.
The MediaTek Helio G91 SoC is a chip without an integrated 5G modem, so users are limited to LTE connections. 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage are installed. The 6.56-inch IPS display, reinforced by Corning Gorilla Glass 5, has a resolution of 1,612 x 720, a refresh rate of 90 Hz and a specified peak brightness of 910 cd/m², which, if true, would be a very high value for such a display. Other features include a 48 MP main camera, a 2 MP macro camera and a 20 MP night vision camera. Fingerprint unlocking is supported. Lastly, the operating system is Android 15.
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