Most smartphones are not made for the harsh life of the field. Not even to put up with its owner if he has a really demanding physical job, or is in permanent contact with large amounts of water. Smartphones fall, are hit, dust gets into them, and they even get wet, of course.
For these cases it is best to pull a rugged all-rounder mobile phone (in English known as ruggedphones), which offers a plus against this type of mishap. Like for example the new ZOJI Z6 and Z7 what has launched HOMTOM recently, the subject of our review today.
Analysis of the HOMTOM ZOJI Z6 and HOMTOM ZOJI Z7: 2 terminals with IP68 certification and a quite attractive design
When looking for a rugged phone, one of the key factors we have to look at is its IP certification. This is a value calculated based on:
- A score of 1 to 6 for its resistance to dust and dirt.
- A score of 1 to 8 for its water resistance.
In this case, the new ZOJI Z6 and Z7 both have the maximum certification, IP68. Without a doubt, the strong point of these two off-road phones.
The other point to take into account would be the resistance to shocks and falls, and although the Z6 and Z7 from HOMTOM do not have an official certification - Military Specifications and Standards - in this sense (or at least we have not been able to find it), they do wear a resistant glass Corning Gorilla Glass 4 to protect the screen from possible bumps and scratches, the main victim of falls and various blows.
HOMTOM ZOJI Z7 Technical Specifications
- 5.0 ”HD screen.
- Corning Gorilla Glass 4 protection.
- MTK6737 Quad Core 64-bit 1.3GHz processor.
- 2GB of RAM memory.
- 16GB of internal storage (64GB expandable).
- 13.0MP rear camera and 5.0MP front camera
- 3000mAh battery.
- Android 6.0 (upcoming update to Android 7.0).
- Fingerprint reader on the back.
- Water and dust resistant (IP68).
- Metallic frame.
- 154.9x79x11.9mm dimensions.
- Weight: 203.5 gr.
HOMTOM ZOJI Z6 Technical Specifications
- 4.7 ”HD screen.
- Corning Gorilla Glass 4 protection.
- MTK6580 Quad Core 1.3GHz processor.
- 1GB of RAM memory.
- 8GB of internal storage (64GB expandable).
- 8.0MP rear camera and 5.0MP front camera
- 3000mAh battery.
- Android 6.0.
- Fingerprint reader on the back.
- Water and dust resistant (IP68).
- Metallic frame.
- Dimensions of 150x74x9.9mm.
- Weight of 180.7 gr.
Both the ZOJI Z6 and Z7 are 2 entry-level terminals with base specifications, although the Z7 would be the most appetizing of the 2, thanks to those 2GB of RAM and more internal storage space.
For the rest, they are devices with which to carry out day-to-day tasks. We will not be able to play AAA games, but to call, talk on WhatsApp, surf the internet and take a couple of photos we have more than enough. All this taking into account that we will no longer have to worry about it getting wet or getting a little water, mud or sand. That is its great virtue, the IP68.
Price and availability
If we are thinking of getting a rugged phone or off-road smartphone and we look for a really cheap terminal both the HOMTOM ZOJI Z6 and the ZOJI Z7 are 2 options to consider.
Currently the 2 HOMTOM ZOJI models, both the Z6 and the Z7, are in promotion on Geekbuying. We can get a HOMTOM ZOJI Z6 by 68.99$, about 60 euros to change, between July 18 and August 8. In addition, every Tuesday from 09:00 UTC (11:00 AM Spanish time), the top 10 terminals will go on sale at a mega reduced price of 37.99$ (32€)
Regarding the HOMTOM ZOJI Z7, this will also receive a succulent discount between July 18 and August 8, being able to get it for a tight $ 88.99, about 77 euros at the change. Likewise, every Tuesday from 09:00 UTC (11:00 AM Spanish time), the top 10 terminals will go on sale at a mega reduced price of 47.99$ (41€).
Geekbuying | HOMTOM ZOJI Z7 and ZOJI Z6
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