Looking for a Rugged Android phone

[Trackr]

Basically, I need a phone for my little sister, who tends to break her phones within the first year.

Is there anything more rugged on the market? I don't want to buy a used Galaxy S II and have it break within a few months.

Thanks.

 

[valorian]

There aren't too many Ruggedized Android phones out there. Your best option might be to get which ever phone your sister likes then get an Otter Box case for it.

 

[gtbarry]

I agree with an otter box type solution as it will allow you a wider variety and higher quality of phones to choose from.

I remember there was a Samsung Phone called Rugby that was more durable. I found this while trying to find info on the rugby for you:
Samsung unveils rugged Galaxy phone for the outdoor type | Mobile - CNET News

 

[Trackr]

There aren't too many Ruggedized Android phones out there. Your best option might be to get which ever phone your sister likes then get an Otter Box case for it.

Hey, that sounds awesome.

But now I'm even more in over my head..

I need to find a phone for <150$ and I have absolutely no idea where to start.

All I know is it has to be used and I'm buying it off eBay.

 

[valorian]

I would not recommend purchasing a phone off ebay unless you are able to verify the IMEI is not locked out.

You don't want to spend money on a phone just to find out you cannot activate it because it's been reported as stolen. Just my opinion.

 

[sergey]

Kyocera Torque- $99 on contract @ Sprint.
IP67 rating, Military Standard 810G certification- basically it's pretty tough.

Kyocera Torque review: a rugged phone delivering superior sound
They complained that on some drops the battery cover came a bit loose and the corners of the phone scratched up.

 

[Trackr]

I would not recommend purchasing a phone off ebay unless you are able to verify the IMEI is not locked out.

You don't want to spend money on a phone just to find out you cannot activate it because it's been reported as stolen. Just my opinion.

But I want to activate it in Israel, so does it still matter if it's reported stolen or not?

Kyocera Torque- $99 on contract @ Sprint.
IP67 rating, Military Standard 810G certification- basically it's pretty tough.

Kyocera Torque review: a rugged phone delivering superior sound
They complained that on some drops the battery cover came a bit loose and the corners of the phone scratched up.

That's nice, but I think I'm going to go with the Otter case and a more known brand.