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Age Flagships Top Phablets Cheap Phablets <$250 <$500 Rugged

Phones that handle punishment and pleasure in equal measure.

A great many people live their lives outdoors more than in. This group of people needs a different class of hardware to meet the challenges presented by an active lifestyle. Delicate, glass-bound handsets don't fare well when dropped into creeks or sand. Rugged phones offer some protection from water, dirt, and drops, and often include outdoor-friendly features such as flashlights and activity trackers. The trade-off? Rugged phones are often thicker, heavier, and more industrial looking than flagships. For those who live outside the boundaries, a rugged handset may be best.

AT&T
Kyocera DuraForce XD

Sprint
Kyocera Torque XT

T-Mobile
LG V10

Verizon
Droid Turbo 2

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Holiday Gift Guide 2015

Phones that handle punishment and pleasure in equal measure.

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