Blu just took the wraps off of its latest handset,
the Blu Tank Xtreme 5.0, and this one is a bit different from what we've seen
from the company in the past. While it's still targeted at folks who aren't too
keen about spending an arm and a leg for their next phone, it's something
that's definitely being marketed towards those that are rougher on their
gadgets than the average Joe.
The Tank Xtreme 5.0 is
designed very much so like the smartphone equivalent of an M4 Sherman. The body
of the device is made out of durable rubber with a shock-absorbent frame, and
IP65 dust and water resistance means that the phone should be the perfect
companion while hanging out at the beach later this year once it starts to warm
up outside.
On the front of the Blu Tank Xtreme 5.0, you'll find
the phone's 5-inch display with a lower resolution of 1280 x 720 HD. Corning
Gorilla Glass 3 is present to protect the screen from any unwanted cracks or
scratches, but it certainly would have been nice to see a newer version of
Corning's protective glass here considering the rough and tumble nature of the
phone. Additionally, the Xtreme 5.0 also features a MediaTek 6580 processor,
1GB of RAM, 3,000 mAh battery, 5MP camera on the front and back, 8GB of onboard
storage that can be expanded up to 64GB, and Android 6.0 Marshmallow out of the
box.
Those certainly aren't the most impressive specs
around, but if you're more concerned about having a phone that can withstand
the elements and your clumsy handling of it, you may be willing to sacrifice
some slower silicone in favor of more durable hardware. The Tank Xtreme 5.0 is
available for purchase right now through Amazon for US$ 129.99.
