– Hardware-level kill switch for camera and microphone
– Rugged design with IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810H certification
– 10,000 mAh battery with 45W fast charging
– Thermal imaging camera (640×512 resolution) with night-vision camera
– MediaTek Dimensity 8300, 12GB RAM, up to 1TB storage
Rugged Phone Fans Take Note
Readers interested in rugged phones might already be familiar with Oukitel. The company recently announced the WP500 Ultra, a smartphone touted to feature a kill switch for disabling its cameras and microphone at the hardware level. Such a feature could provide extra security during sensitive meetings, for example.
Dimensions, Protection, and Battery Life
Measuring 177.2 × 82.6 × 22.9 mm (6.97 × 3.25 × 0.90 in) and weighing 414.3 g (14.61 oz), the WP500 Ultra is quite bulky and hefty due to its rugged design and relatively large battery. It is well protected against water and dust ingress, meeting the requirements of IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810H. The built-in battery offers a 10,000 mAh capacity and supports 45-watt fast charging.
Specialized Camera Technology
According to official specs, it features both a thermal imaging camera and a night-vision camera. Boasting a resolution of 640 × 512 pixels, the thermal camera can reportedly detect temperature differences less than 40 millikelvin, with a measurement uncertainty of 2°C or 2% of the reading. This type of camera can be useful for identifying thermal bridges or assessing whether a surface is safe to touch.
Performance and Storage Options
The WP500 Ultra is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8300, an SoC with an integrated 5G modem. It comes with 12 GB of memory and either 512 GB or 1 TB of internal storage, depending on the model. Storage can also be expanded using a memory card. The WP500 Ultra is scheduled to hit the shelves on June 9. For an alternative with similar features, you might want to consider the Blackview Rock 3.
- Dimensions: 177.2 × 82.6 × 22.9 mm (6.97 × 3.25 × 0.90 in)
- Weight: 414.3 g (14.61 oz)
- Protection: IP68, IP69K, MIL-STD-810H
- Battery: 10,000 mAh, 45W fast charging
- Thermal camera: 640 × 512 pixels, <40 mK sensitivity, ±2°C or 2% uncertainty
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8300 (5G)
- Memory: 12 GB RAM
- Storage: 512 GB or 1 TB, expandable via memory card
- Launch date: June 9