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January 2024
Crafts 4.0: Current smartphone models promise craftspeople cutting-edge technology and more efficient work on the go. But what do the latest devices really do? And how capable are rugged devices for harsh environments?
The Smartphone is an indispensable all-round tool for many craftsmen. If Communications center and Online office on the go Therefore, it should not only be as best as possible protected against dust and water but also meet high technical requirements.
For fast work, we recommend at least 6 GB of RAM and a processor with 6 (iOS) or 8 cores (Android). The information on the display can be from a screen diagonal of 6 inches (15,24 cm) can be read effortlessly and without too much scrollingFor maximum future viability, the smartphone should also 5G ready .
With the new iPhone 15 Pro Max Since autumn 2023, it has been the best-equipped model of Apple available. Thanks to the very fast processor, sufficient memory and a five-fold optical zoom The 48-megapixel camera provides craftsmen with sufficient power reserves in all situations. Titanium case The device not only looks particularly classy, but is also lighter and more robust than other iPhones. The display is also equipped with a "ceramic shield" protected. So much equipment comes at a price at Apple: The cheapest Pro Max models start at over 1.400 euros.
If you want to invest less for an iPhone, you can Standard version of the iPhone 15 With prices starting at around 900 euros, you may have to forego some of the new features of the Pro models, but in return you get – compared to the previous iPhone 14 model – a significantly better camera and one faster processorBut the iPhone 14 isn't outdated either: If you don't need the higher-resolution camera of the latest generation, you can save up to €140 and get a solid work tool for everyday business use.
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Even the top devices with the Android operating system have significantly improved in terms of features and performance in recent months. Samsung with the S23 series not only more powerful processors and batteries, but in the Galaxy S23 Ultra also the first 200-megapixel camera.
If you want a particularly large display in a handy device in everyday life, you can Galaxy z fold 5 or Google Pixel Fold grip: The smartphones offer an impressive Screen diagonal of 19,2 cmThanks to the additional external display, the devices can also be used when folded. However, tradespeople have to do without dust protection with these models, as manufacturers have so far failed to adequately protect the folding mechanism.
Anyone who works outdoors a lot or uses their smartphone under particularly harsh conditions should look for certification according to the Military standard MIL-STD-810H These devices are not only dust and waterproof to IP68 or higher, they can also Survive falls from several meters and strong shocks without damage. They also withstand extreme temperatures. Some models also offer a integrated thermal imaging camera, which allows tradespeople to detect temperature differences or heat sources to more easily locate leaks or defects.
Due to the improved protection, the devices are usually slightly thicker and heavier than standard models. However, you don't have to worry if your smartphone is dropped, gets wet, or is exposed to extreme temperatures. In terms of technical features, the durable models have made significant improvements in recent months: 16,7-inch displays, up to 256 GB storage space and Cameras with up to 108 megapixels enable fast, quality-oriented work. To save money, tradespeople should consider in advance what smartphone features they really need. If they don't need the top-of-the-line model with maximum storage and the best possible protection, they can often save several hundred euros.
5G
Fifth-generation mobile technology is expected to deliver transmission rates of up to 10 gigabits per second in the future. Currently, however, only speeds of 2 Gbps or less are realistic.
Random Access Memory (RAM)
RAM (Random Access Memory) is used to temporarily store data that is currently being worked on. The more RAM available, the faster the system. The size is measured in gigabytes (GB).
Resolution
The maximum number of horizontal and vertical pixels that can be displayed defines the resolution of a display. Full HD has a resolution of 1.920 × 1.080 pixels.
Gigabytes (GB)
Storage space is measured in gigabytes. One GB is 1.024 megabytes, or approximately one billion bytes.
Processor
The heart of a smartphone, tablet, or PC. Its speed is measured in gigahertz (GHz). Multi-core processors contain several fully functional processor cores in a single package and are significantly more powerful than processors with only one core.
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The screen diagonal of a display is measured in inches. One inch is equivalent to 2,54 cm.
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