{"id":261167,"date":"2023-04-14T13:11:23","date_gmt":"2023-04-14T11:11:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.de\/?p=261167"},"modified":"2023-04-14T13:12:33","modified_gmt":"2023-04-14T11:12:33","slug":"outdoor-cell-phone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/mobile-tutorials\/outdoor-cell-phone\/","title":{"rendered":"Outdoor cell phone: What you should consider when buying"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Reliable function even under extreme conditions &#8211; in summary, these are the strengths of an outdoor cell phone. They survive water splashes, bumps and falls from a height that would not leave much of a normal cell phone. Scratches or dirt and dust don&#8217;t bother the robust devices. And even high temperatures don&#8217;t make a real outdoor cell phone sweat, just like deep sub-zero temperatures in freezing cold and extreme temperature changes. Some outdoor cell phones are even completely waterproof. However, you should find out more about this before you go swimming with your phone.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-box-title\">Inhalt<\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/mobile-tutorials\/outdoor-cell-phone\/#an-outdoor-cell-phone-for-everyone\" >An outdoor cell phone for everyone?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/mobile-tutorials\/outdoor-cell-phone\/#do-outdoor-cell-phones-also-have-disadvantages\" >Do outdoor cell phones also have disadvantages?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/mobile-tutorials\/outdoor-cell-phone\/#with-or-without-a-contract-and-which-tariff-is-best-suited-for-an-outdoor-cell-phone\" >With or without a contract? And which tariff is best suited for an outdoor cell phone?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/mobile-tutorials\/outdoor-cell-phone\/#what-does-ip-certification-mean-for-outdoor-phones\" >What does IP certification mean for outdoor phones?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/mobile-tutorials\/outdoor-cell-phone\/#conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Are you interested in an outdoor cell phone, but still have no idea which model you want? Then we provide you in this guide with the most important information and give you tips for the purchase to hand.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"an-outdoor-cell-phone-for-everyone\"><\/span>An outdoor cell phone for everyone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It quickly becomes clear for whom an outdoor cell phone is suitable when you take a look at the features. You ride your mountain bike a lot or go hiking? Then an outdoor cell phone is the perfect companion &#8211; in the forest or on the mountain, whether the sun is shining or rain is falling. The devices are best suited for hikers, cyclists, climbers, extreme athletes, construction workers, gardeners and all other people who spend a lot of time outdoors. But there are also limitations that the outdoor cell phone user has to accept: One should not expect many multimedia features, such as in the latest iPhones. Outdoor cell phones tend to place more emphasis on other things, such as stability, battery life and the best possible reception.<\/p>\n<p>One of the most important advantages of outdoor cell phones is that they are usually dustproof, waterproof and shockproof. They can therefore withstand much more than conventional cell phones. Another advantage is the long battery life. Most outdoor cell phones are equipped with larger batteries that last longer than those of cell phones or smartphones for normal users. So you don&#8217;t have to worry about your phone dying because of a dead battery even during longer <a href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/reviews\/mobile-device-reviews\/agm-g2-guardian\/\">outdoor activities<\/a> or in remote areas.<\/p><div class=\"losgehts-inhalt losgehts-entity-placement\" style=\"text-align: center;\" id=\"losgehts-4229095327\"><div class=\"losgehts-adlabel\">Anzeige<\/div><div id=\"losgehts-3199724772\"><a data-bid=\"1\" data-no-instant=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.de\/linkout\/397415\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" class=\"notrack\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"LC-Power_300x250\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LC-Power_300x250.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LC-Power_300x250.jpg 300w, https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LC-Power_300x250-220x183.jpg 220w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" width=\"300\" height=\"250\"   \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<p>Some outdoor phones have additional features like GPS and GLONASS to help your navigation in rough terrain. And many models have special buttons or switches that let you call for help quickly and easily in emergencies.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"do-outdoor-cell-phones-also-have-disadvantages\"><\/span>Do outdoor cell phones also have disadvantages?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Of course, beyond the often reduced multimedia scope already mentioned, there are also some other disadvantages of outdoor cell phones. One of the biggest is that the devices tend to be larger and heavier than traditional cell phones. So they don&#8217;t fit as easily in your pocket or purse.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, most outdoor cell phones are quite expensive. This is mainly because they are designed specifically for use in harsh conditions. Thus, they require higher quality materials and additional technology. If you have a limited budget, it can be difficult to find a good outdoor phone for that.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"with-or-without-a-contract-and-which-tariff-is-best-suited-for-an-outdoor-cell-phone\"><\/span>With or without a contract? And which tariff is best suited for an outdoor cell phone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Outdoor cell phones, like conventional cell phones, are available for purchase in stores with or without the contract that goes with them. But what makes more sense?<\/p><div class=\"losgehts-inhalt losgehts-entity-placement\" style=\"text-align: center;\" id=\"losgehts-3720105657\"><div class=\"losgehts-adlabel\">Anzeige<\/div><script type=\"text\/plain\" data-tcf=\"waiting-for-consent\" data-id=\"405718\" data-bid=\"1\">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<\/script><\/div>\n<p>We generally recommend a model with a suitable mobile phone contract. The reason for this is that outdoor cell phones make different demands on the rate plan than conventional models due to the additional functions. Of course, a generous data plan is recommended for using the smartphone outdoors. It is possible to use the phone without live data transmission, but most apps are only really functional with a permanent or at least partial Internet connection. Navigation options and the like are usually Internet-dependent &#8211; and if not, the offline map material has to be purchased separately.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, a contract with inexpensive data offers is recommended for the corresponding data consumption. But even among the prepaid rates, there are now some that can definitely be called &#8222;data-friendly&#8220;. The amount of data required depends on the intensity and type of use. But you should already have enough with a few gigabytes of volume per month to be able to regularly use the necessary outdoor apps.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-does-ip-certification-mean-for-outdoor-phones\"><\/span>What does IP certification mean for outdoor phones?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The so-called IP certification indicates for an outdoor cell phone how well the device is protected against environmental influences. The abbreviation &#8222;IP&#8220; stands for &#8222;Ingress Protection&#8220;, and the corresponding certification consists of two numbers, each of which indicates a degree of protection.<\/p>\n<p>The first digit indicates the protection against the ingress of solids, such as dust, and ranges from 0 to 6. A 0 means that the device does not offer any protection against solids, while a 6 means that de facto no dust can penetrate. The second digit indicates protection against liquid penetration and ranges from 0 to 9. A 0 means that the device offers no protection against liquids, while a 9 says that it is even protected against high-pressure and steam jet cleaning.<\/p><div class=\"losgehts-inhalt losgehts-entity-placement\" style=\"text-align: center;\" id=\"losgehts-4193383537\"><div class=\"losgehts-adlabel\">Anzeige<\/div><script type=\"text\/plain\" data-tcf=\"waiting-for-consent\" data-id=\"405718\" data-bid=\"1\">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<\/script><\/div>\n<p>An outdoor phone with an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edeka-smart.de\/news\/ip-zertifizierung-53\">IP certification<\/a> of at least IP67 is suitable for use in harsh environments such as hiking or outdoor sports. An IP67-certified device is dustproof and can be submerged in water up to one meter deep for up to 30 minutes. A higher IP rating usually means the device is more resistant to environmental conditions. However, if you plan to use the device in extreme environments such as deserts or polar regions, you should opt for a device with a particularly high certification such as IP68 or IP69K.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you spend a lot of time outdoors and maybe even have a hobby like hiking, hunting or climbing, a dedicated outdoor phone is the right choice for you. It supports you in orienting and navigating and does not mind getting dirty or wet. You will certainly accept the (few) disadvantages!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Reliable function even under extreme conditions &#8211; in summary, these are the strengths of an outdoor cell phone. They survive water splashes, bumps and falls from a height that would not leave much of a normal cell phone. Scratches or dirt and dust don&#8217;t bother the robust devices. And even high temperatures don&#8217;t make a &#8230; <a title=\"Outdoor cell phone: What you should consider when buying\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/mobile-tutorials\/outdoor-cell-phone\/\" aria-label=\"Mehr Informationen \u00fcber Outdoor cell phone: What you should consider when buying\">Weiterlesen &#8230;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":198,"featured_media":261061,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[46369],"tags":[75368],"class_list":["post-261167","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-mobile-tutorials","tag-smartphone","infinite-scroll-item"],"acf":[],"lang":"en","translations":{"en":261167,"de":261059},"pll_sync_post":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/261167","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/198"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=261167"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/261167\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/261061"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=261167"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=261167"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=261167"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}