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The 5 Best Smartphones for Construction [2019 Edition]
Check out this list of smart phones that fit perfectly in the lives of construction workers and professionals. Learn all about them here on Equipment World.
December 6, 2018
Technology
The 5 Best Smartphones for Construction [2018 Edition]
All of the major phone manufacturers have introduced their latest and greatest to the market, which means it’s that time of year again to roundup what I see as the best smartphones those in the construction industry can buy. This year’s list is the strongest roundup of devices we’ve seen to date, so let’s dig […]
December 8, 2017
Technology
The 5 Best Smartphones for Construction [2017 Edition]
With all of the major phones having been announced in the last few months that will serve as flagship devices heading into 2017, it’s that time of year where we take a look at the field and give you our suggestions as to what the next device you should carry onto the jobsite should be. RELATED […]
December 1, 2016
Technology
Samsung launches Galaxy S7 Active, a sleek and speedy rugged phone
Though we stand by the Nexus 6P as our pick for the best Android phone currently available, for those looking for a speedy device with a drop- and water-resistant exterior, Samsung’s Galaxy Active phones remain the best choice, despite Cat’s best efforts. Samsung recently launched its latest rugged device, the S7 Active. And though the […]
June 13, 2016
Technology
The 5 Best Smartphones for Construction [2016 Edition]
No. 4 Story in 2015 « No. 5 Story No. 3 Story »  Smartphones have become so vital to the workflows of so many construction firms and the technology so foundational to the way many people expect things to work nowadays that the devices and the apps they support have changed the way communication […]
December 2, 2015
Roadbuilding
Samsung’s “see-through” semi truck is neat, but its existence hints at a much more exciting future for transportation
Korean tech giant Samsung has revealed what it calls the “Safety Truck,” aimed at helping those attempting to pass big rigs see oncoming traffic better. The system uses a wireless camera mounted on the truck’s front and transmits the video feed to four monitors built into the trailer doors. The model seen here and in […]
July 6, 2015
Technology
Bulletproof your smartphones and tablets for the jobsite with a Tech21 Patriot case
Digital devices and the rough and tumble of construction can sometimes be a bad mix. Tech21 recently introduced its Patriot case range to protect your smartphones and tablets. The 360-degree case is dust-proof, splash-proof and can withstand drops from up to 13 feet thanks to an impact absorbing polymer and a screen protector made out […]
January 20, 2015
Technology
Samsung updates its rugged smartphone with water- and shock-proof Galaxy S5 Active
Around this time last year, Samsung released what was at the time likely the sleekest water-, dust- and shock-proof smartphone ever made. The Galaxy S4 Active had an IP67 in a thin package with top-of-the line specs. The company then turned around and integrated that waterproof feature into its marquee smartphone, the Galaxy S5. But […]
May 30, 2014
Technology
The Samsung Galaxy S5’s best new feature is that it’s both dust- and waterproof
Whether you love your iPhone or can’t imagine using a device with a small display, you have to admit that Samsung is taking things in the right direction with the new Galaxy S5 when it comes to durability. Signaling what could—and should—become the norm for phones, the Korean handset maker has made its flagship device […]
February 25, 2014
Technology
No. 5: Google Nexus 5
Phones from Google’s Nexus program have always had the advantage of being officially supported by the company. That means Google not only had a say in the design of the device (which no other Android devices but Motorola’s can say) but will also be pushing the latest updates for the Android operating system to those […]
November 6, 2013
Technology
No. 3: Samsung Galaxy S4 Active
Samsung’s Galaxy S4 Active makes rugged look good. The S4 active packs a quick 1.9 gigahertz, quad-core processor, but is a little behind on Android releases, running version 4.2 though an update is rumored to be coming soon to bring it to 4.3. Another nice touch? The Active’s touchscreen can be used with gloves which […]
November 6, 2013
Technology
No. 1: Apple iPhone 5S
Some of you might be wondering what the iPhone is doing at the top of our list. It’s not the cheapest, it doesn’t have a big screen and it’s definitely not the most durable smartphone on the market. However, the iPhone (and iPad) is still king when it comes to what app developers support most. […]
November 6, 2013
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