Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra Thermal unboxing

09 February 2025
This is not your average tough phone — it packs both a thermal camera and an infrared "see-in-the-dark" camera!

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This thing looks cool, man. At least they tried something different. The microscope is something I haven't seen, at least not recently. The camera block is huge but they all kind of are with 1'' sensor. Over all a bit bigger than I would want, but I see the appeal. Price is what you'd expect for the feature set but does ulefone have the name recognition to justify the $?

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    • Anonymous
    • Hkt
    • 10 Feb 2025

    pl2rts, 10 Feb 2025Your case be easy solved to just get a phone and then get a... moreCases that actually protect the phone from drops, are hard to find tho, most of them on the market are just good to prevent scratches

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      • Mrj
      • 10 Feb 2025

      1400€ is just too much for a phone with minimal if any software updates and a screen with an FHD resolution that doesn't even have LTPO.

        This feels like a phone where kids were asked what features they would like to see, and Ulefone took every answer as "yes".

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          • iJp
          • 10 Feb 2025

          PureOS, 09 Feb 2025Imagine to paid 1400€ for phone with 0 software updates. You mean S24 ultra with Andoid 14?

            Anonymous, 10 Feb 2025Why OLED screen? All other ulefones have IPS LCD too so wh... moreSure, I'll mark your words because they are the stupidest thing I've read all month on this website

              Apparently Ulefone think they can tax us more than Apple.

                PureOS, 09 Feb 2025Imagine to paid 1400€ for phone with 0 software updates. Imagine to pay 1600 for S25 ultra or 2000 for 16 pro max 1TB with just one or within EU two years of warranty.
                Makes no sense right???
                This is the same. At least here i get much better specs and a very rugged design and my phone will no breaks on a first fall like with Apple or Samsung.

                  CamoGeko-XDA, 09 Feb 2025This isn't a phone, it's a niche tool. Why even c... moreBelieve me if this thingavailability will be same like S25 series it will sell equally good.
                  Samsung is overpriced this phone is proof of that.
                  Much better overall specs than samsung yet much less price.

                    Diablo, 09 Feb 2025I was reading this article and thinking.... finally somethi... moreFor said specs equal price.
                    Samsung or Apple with said specs would cost 2500+

                      kdss, 09 Feb 2025Better design than Samsung...This have everything better than Samsung.

                        Anonymous, 09 Feb 2025No any word about software and update support. Only samsung... moreLike who cares if you have only year or two of warranty and when your phone dies you have to buy new one or pay a very expensive price for repair when in most cases buying new phone is cheaper option.
                        As long as companies stick to give only 1-2 years of warranty having 2-3 years of updates is more than enough. Apart iphones in case of android once your warranty goes off you phone value is less than 50% anyway.

                          S I R E, 10 Feb 2025That's a sweet specsheet. Now we need a version wit... moreYour case be easy solved to just get a phone and then get a rugged case on it.
                          Selfie camera is for video calls and they wont remove it. But i agree when there is enough bezel then the camera should be there and not a hole in the screen

                            That's a sweet specsheet.

                            Now we need a version with just 1 good camera, a more subtle design (preserving the durability) similar to something like Galaxy Xcover maybe, same huge battery, keep audio jack and SD card, 7" 2:1 screen, clean Android, unlockable bootloader and a digestible price tag.

                            I don't care about selfies so the rear screen can go and since the phone has bezels anyway move the front camera out of the display.

                            I'd be more than happy with 7+ Gen 3/ rumored 7 Elite/8s Elite/8 Gen 3 (in no particular order) but no less performance than a 7+ Gen 3 please.


                            Other than that this is all I could ask for in a phone on paper and certainly more. Just the price is a little out there.

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                              • Anonymous
                              • fCE
                              • 10 Feb 2025

                              That clock in the middle of the camera island was totally unnecessary. Looks like a generic no-brand toy from alixpress

                              But good phone otherwise, they just need to work on design a little bit. Someone using an Ultra or Pro Max won't switch to a phone looking like that even tho the features are good

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                                • Mnt
                                • 10 Feb 2025

                                Software updates how long? Two weeks or only 48 hrs?

                                  1400 euro for this is too much and i cant read anything out of it that justify that high price.

                                  Rugged phones dont exactly need more power then something like SD 7s gen 3 or D7300 with something like 256GB storage and 8/12GB RAM choice.

                                  Rugged is still for the people for extreme conditions so what is all this power needed for ? It's not like the people who buy rugged phones play games that need that extra mile on performance. Never mind that it's not like you can use these as mini computers like hook it on a larger screen to then have keyboard and mouse and have it like work station.

                                  I am not a person for this type of phone market but if i would get a rugged then no way i would spend more then 500 euro and even then i want the phone to have something like most minimum performance as SD 7 gen 3 aka SD870 so the phone would run smooth and open apps in decent speeds.

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                                    • 10 Feb 2025

                                    Just my opinion, 10 Feb 2025Pay him no attention, he is just an Apple fanboy who does n... moreOf course it had to be an apple fanboy, thinking that plain, modern and sleek designs mean stylish, heck sometimes durable.
                                    And oh wait, it would probably be a few hundred bucks more expensive than the 16PM, but it still makes up for it with flagship specs and tank level durability, which might be a bit overexaggerated but its still very durable.
                                    In addition, yeah, rugged phones are probably mainly used by construction workers or other workers with hard jobs, who prefer durability.

                                      AnonD-1181071, 10 Feb 2025First of all, its a rugged phone, they're not really s... morePay him no attention, he is just an Apple fanboy who does not understand that the design of rugged phones often prioritizes functionality and durability over sleek aesthetics. Features like reinforced frames, protective coatings, and specialized buttons can contribute to a less conventionally -beautiful- design, but hey.... they serve a practical purpose. Furthermore, the target audience for rugged phones prioritizes these practical considerations over purely aesthetic ones. Someone working in construction is more likely to value a phone that can withstand harsh conditions than one that looks like a fashion accessory.

                                      deeming features as 'outdated' simply because they don’t match current trends ignores their lasting usefulness. Many users my self included still prefer local storage solutions over cloud options, and those who appreciate high-quality sound often seek out the headphone jack, which remains indispensable for audiophiles and everyday listeners alike. Ruggedness is another feature that will always hold value for individuals in demanding jobs or those who engage in outdoor activities

                                        [deleted post] you again? Even though you choose to remain anonymous, I recognize your passionate feelings about Apple and Samsung from every comment section. Honestly, constantly criticizing everything else that isn't one of those two brands is becoming old. We understand that you are a fan, a very dedicated fan

                                        Perhaps you could share some constructive feedback instead of just blanket negativity? What specific issues do you have with this phone? Just stating, " It won't sell because those who want outdated features are poor, and the design is ugly, " doesn't provide much depth

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