The Samsung Rugby is an AT&T exclusive and its rugged looks and high durability allow you to keep in touch with military-grade toughness. This is the first "rugged" handset to have Video Share technology from AT&T. By using the 3G network, you can communicate via Video Share, email, text message or standard phone call. But nothing lets you sit in on ... continued »

Sprint has announced two new Motorola handsets which, as well as supporting Nextel Direct Connect, are also ruggedized.  The Renegade V950 flip-phone and the i365 candybar both meet military specifications for dust, shock, vibration and blowing rain; the i365 also meets the humidity specification. The Renegade V950 uses Qualcomm's QChat technology, has push-to-talk and Sprint Mobile Broadband.  It's the carrier's first ... continued »

Trimble might not be the first port of call for a Windows Mobile handheld, but if you're looking for a ridiculously sturdy, ruggedised PDA with an outdoor-viewable VGA display then their Nomad would make for a distinctive (if not especially pocket friendly) option.  Really, Nomad - like the rest of Trimble's range - is intended for non-consumer use, but the ... continued »