AT&T plans to sell the Samsung Rugby 2, a rugged push-to-talk clamshell made to stand up to the harshest of elements, starting on June 6 for $130 with a two-year contract.
The Atlanta, Ga.-based carrier said the Rugby 2 is designed to military standards to withstand dust, shock, vibration, rain, humidity, solar radiation, altitude and temperature extremes.
The handset also has an external speaker with improved noise suppression to ensure users are able to be heard in loud public places, integrates global-positioning service for turn-by-turn directions, automatic rerouting and real-time traffic alerts and offers high-speed HSPDA for fast Internet access.
“Following the success of the Rugby, the Rugby 2 is a rugged and durable device with an enhanced external speaker and new aGPS applications,” said Omar Khan, Samsung’s chief strategy officer. “This device allows a workforce to stay in touch with the push of a button and its design can withstand everyday wear and tear.”
Additional features include a 2.0-megapixel camera, music player, and global-roaming technology to make calls in more than 220 countries.
