Samsung SGH-I547 Galaxy Rugby Pro

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 6 expert reviews

Excellent:

0
Good:

3
Average:

2
Bad:

1

Pros:

Compact, gripable design, Withstands water and scratches, Speedy performance, Long battery life
Tough durable design; Above average performance; All-day battery life; Lightning fast 4G LTE speeds
Rugged and can keep out the elements, Reasonable $100 contract price

Cons:

Lowres display, Runs outdated version of Android, Uninspiring camera
Running old Ice Cream Sandwich; Display could be brighter; Slow camera

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Last revision on November 21, 2014

Reviewers Liked

Compact, gripable design, Withstands water and scratches, Speedy performance, Long battery life
Tough durable design; Above average performance; All-day battery life; Lightning fast 4G LTE speeds
Rugged and can keep out the elements, Reasonable $100 contract price
Rugged build. Fast processor and LTE data speeds. Good battery life

Reviewers Didn't Like

Lowres display, Runs outdated version of Android, Uninspiring camera
Running old Ice Cream Sandwich; Display could be brighter; Slow camera
Earpiece and speakerphone distortion at high call volumes, No automatic brightness setting for the display, Camera and video quality should be better
Back cover came loose when phone was dropped in our tests

Expert reviews and ratings

The $100 Samsung Galaxy Rugby Pro is a capable rugged smartphone for a low price. It may catch the eye of people who need a device that can withstand some rough and tumble conditions. And if you're on the clumsy side and keep dropping and breaking your...

By Digital Trends on June 12, 2013

As far as rugged smartphones go, the Samsung Galaxy Rugby Pro is a fine device. Nearly every feature works well, though there are a few notable exceptions. The hardware is pleasantly functional and easy to use. It looks decent and doesn't come off like a...

By Phone Scoop on December 12, 2012

Samsung's $99 Galaxy Rugby Pro is a rugged and fast 4G LTE phone that can easily shrug off life's bumps and...

By LaptopMag on December 03, 2012

When it comes right down to it, the Samsung Galaxy Rugby Pro has a lot to offer, especially since it carries a reasonable $100 on-contract price. Its design and construction make it ideal for those individuals that need or require a rugged smartphone...

By Phone Arena on November 12, 2012

With a tough build, a powerful processor, and a fast processor and LTE data speeds, the Samsung Galaxy Rugby Pro is our top choice for rugged...

By PC Mag on November 09, 2012

Samsung's Rugby Pro makes a good, affordable choice for people seeking a more rugged smartphone, but it won't satisfy those who need an ultradurable...

By CNET Australia on November 07, 2012

Rugby is one of the roughest sports a person can play. Players run into each other at full speed to either tackle the one with the ball or block others from making tackles – all without the safety of helmets or pads. So when Samsung Mobile names a phone...

By TopTenREVIEWS on October 17, 2013

Aaron reviews the Samsung Galaxy Rugby Pro , a rugged smartphone from AT&T. Featuring a 1.5 GHz dual-core Snapdragon S4 CPU, 4-inch WVGA display, 5-megapixel camera with 1080p HD recording, 1,850 mAh battery, and 4G LTE . It's a mid-range device with...

By PhoneDog on October 31, 2012