Cat B30
Feb 1, 2018
The Cat B30 is a rugged, durable feature phone designed for tough environments. Below are its key specifications and a summary of customer reviews:
Specifications:
- Design: Rugged, IP68-rated (dustproof, waterproof up to 1.5m for 35 minutes), MIL-STD-810G certified (shock-resistant)
- Display: 2.4-inch QVGA (240 x 320 pixels) TFT screen
- Processor: MediaTek MT6260D
- Memory: 16MB RAM, 16MB storage (expandable via microSD up to 32GB)
- Camera: 2MP rear camera (no front camera)
- Battery: Removable 1300mAh Li-Ion (up to 13 hours talk time, 20 days standby)
- Connectivity: 2G (GSM), Bluetooth 3.0, microUSB 2.0
- Other Features: Flashlight, FM radio, SOS button, programmable shortcut keys
Summary of Customer Reviews:
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Pros:
- Extremely durable—survives drops, water, and dust exposure.
- Long battery life, ideal for outdoor use or emergencies.
- Simple, easy-to-use interface with physical buttons.
- Loud speaker, good for noisy environments.
- Useful SOS feature for emergencies.
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Cons:
- Outdated 2G-only network support (limited in some regions).
- Very basic camera with poor quality.
- Low internal storage (requires microSD for media).
- Small, low-resolution screen.
Overall, the Cat B30 is praised for its toughness and reliability but criticized for its outdated technology. It’s best suited for users needing a rugged, no-frills phone for harsh conditions.