| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $320.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE
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| Launch | Announced | 2014, November. Released 2014, November |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 136.9 x 70.6 x 14 mm (5.39 x 2.78 x 0.55 in) |
| Weight | 200 g (7.05 oz) | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM | |
| Features |
IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) MIL-STD-810G compliant |
|
| Display | Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 4.5 inches, 55.8 cm2 (~57.8% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~326 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Yes | |
| Platform | OS | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8928 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7 | |
| GPU | Adreno 305 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 16GB 2GB RAM | |
| Features | eMMC 4.5 | |
| Main Camera | Single | 8 MP, AF |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 2 MP |
| Features | No | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Features | Smart Sonic Receiver | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Battery | Type | Li-Ion 3100 mAh, non-removable |
| Stand-by | Up to 504 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 17 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black |
| Price | About 320 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Kyocera DuraForce
Advantages
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
Crafted for users who push their hardware through intensive daily workloads, the Kyocera DuraForce presents a robust, confidence-inspiring build that does not compromise on longevity. The front interface is anchored by an expansive responsive IPS LCD measuring 4.5 inches , engineered to maintain crisp visibility even under challenging outdoor lighting conditions.
Underneath the hood, compute resilience is marshaled by the powerful Qualcomm MSM8928 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm). Heavy background downloads, intensive 3D rendering, and continuous navigation operate without thermal throttling or frame drops, demonstrating exemplary sustained performance. In terms of mobile photography, the camera module—centered on a 8MP primary sensor—delivers consistent detail retention, accurate shadows, and responsive point-and-shoot reliability.
Replenishment speed and cell resilience are spearheaded by a 3100mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds to keep active power users moving forward without hesitation. The Kyocera DuraForce proves itself an authoritative, high-endurance package ready for grueling everyday demands.
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