Nokia today introduced the new Nokia 3720 classic, an IP-54 certified mobile phone designed to resist water, dust and shock. Following the footsteps of Nokia's highly popular 'rugged' devices of the past, the Nokia 3720 classic is encased in durable materials and is entirely sealed to protect the inner electronics. The Nokia 3720 is expected to retail for approximately EUR 125 before subsidies or taxes and is expected to begin shipping this summer…

Today, AT&T Mobility and Motorola, Inc. unveiled Motorola Tundra VA76r, a rugged 3G clamshell device with a tough exterior that can withstand harsh environments. Perfect for those who need a durable mobile phone such as teenagers, outdoor enthusiasts and contractors, Tundra combines uncompromised call quality, optional workforce management tools, navigation capabilities, access to the Web on the nation’s fastest 3G network and AT&T Mobility’s Push to Talk (PTT)¹ service. Available January 13, enterprise and consumer customers can learn more about Tundra at www.att.com/mototundra…

Sprint and Kyocera Communications Inc. today announced the upcoming availability of Kyocera DuraPlus, an ultra-rugged device with military-grade durability, a long-lasting battery and a powerful built-in flashlight.

As the newest Sprint Direct Connect device, Kyocera DuraPlus offers a candy-bar form factor with a flat, stable bottom, ideal for convenient accessibility in vehicle mounts and freestanding operation. Kyocera DuraPlus will be available in the first half of the year. Pricing and exact availability will be announced closer to launch…

Kyocera DuraXT, the newest rugged member of the Sprint Direct Connect portfolio, is now available in all Sprint sales channels for just $69.99 with a new line or eligible upgrade and two-year service agreement, after a $50 mail-in rebate via reward card.

DuraXT delivers a solid solution to mobile fleets and Enterprise customers looking for a device that can withstand the elements. It is wrapped in a rugged, clamshell form factor encased in a rubber, non-slip Dura-Grip material for extra durability so you don't have to worry about losing your grip even in the toughest conditions…

Water, dirt, drops - there seem to be 101 ways to break or damage smartphones that dutifully serve as mini computers, schedulers and entertainment devices. Today, Sprint and Kyocera Communications Inc. announce the upcoming availability of Kyocera Torque, built to survive extreme elements and everyday life.

Torque will be available this spring; exact availability and pricing will be announced this quarter. Torque is an ultra-rugged, 4G LTE Android smartphone featuring Sprint Direct Connect push-to-talk service and Kyocera's award-winning Smart Sonic Receiver audio technology…

Verizon Wireless and Motorola, Inc. today announced the Motorola Barrage™. This rugged device sports a tough-as-nails exterior. Designed to be submersible for up to 30 minutes in one meter of water, it is constructed from chrome, glass, mesh and rubber – protecting it against blowing rain, humidity, solar radiation, high and low temperatures, blowing dust, salt fog, altitude, shock, vibration and transit drop…

Sprint and Kyocera today announced the March 8 availability of Kyocera Torque, the "live more, fear less" handset built to survive extreme elements and everyday life.

The ultra-rugged, 4G LTE Android smartphone will be available in all Sprint retail channels for $99.99 after a $50 mail-in-rebate via reward card, with a new line of service or eligible upgrade and two-year service agreement (pricing excludes taxes)…

InfoSonics today announced the expansion of its ruggedized line of phones with the launch of its new verykool RS75 Smartphone.

The RS75 is powered by a 1.0 GHz processor and the Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) operating system. Although slim, compact and elegant in its design, it is extremely rugged with an ingress protection rating of IP67, indicating that it is both dust proof and waterproof. The phone is also shock resistant and outfitted with tempered scratch resistant glass protecting its 3.5" LCD TFT capacitive touch screen…

Beginning Dec. 14, AT&T customers looking for a tough phone that stands up to the elements will have one more choice with the Samsung Rugby® III for $99.99 with a two-year agreement. This rugged flip phone is the fifth generation device in the Rugby series from Samsung and is compatible with AT&T’s Enhanced Push to Talk (PTT) service, which enables business users to communicate faster, to larger talk groups, and across more types of handsets than ever before.

On Nov. 30, business customers with an AT&T account will be able to pre-order the Rugby III through their AT&T account lead or through their Premier online account…

Verizon Wireless and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile), announce the availability of the Samsung Convoy™, a rugged Push to Talk device with military specifications built to withstand the harshest of elements. The Convoy’s high-quality stereo speaker, extended battery life and multiple messaging options make it the ideal device to stay connected in the toughest conditions…