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Samsung Galaxy S4 Active GT-i9295

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The Samsung Galaxy S4 Active is not only the same Galaxy S4, it carries a protection rating of IP67 which means it’s protected from dust and can withstand being submerged in water up to three feet deep for 30 minutes. Samsung has also swapped out the same 5-inch Super AMOLED Plus display and the same 1.9GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 CPU, 2GB of RAM and 2,600mAh battery.
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Based on 45 expert reviews
  • Excellent:
    20
  • Good:
    22
  • Average:
    3
  • Bad:
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Last revision on April 22, 2015

Editors Liked

  • Sporty design
  • Takes strong daylight photos
  • Delivers the majority of Android 4.2 features
  • Also has a great speakerphone
  • Water and dust resistant
  • Highresolution display
  • Fast processor
  • Screen can be used with gloves

Editors Didn't Like

  • Aqua mode is fixed focus
  • Takes weak low light shots
  • The phone isn't as durable as its name suggests
  • Its 8-megapixel camera is lower resolution than the original Galaxy S4's
  • Screen does not work when wet
  • Other highends have better cameras

Expert reviews and ratings

By Engadget on January 17, 2014 84

With a water-resistant casing and a comfortable, attractive design, Samsung's Galaxy S4 Active is a strong option for outdoorsy -- and clumsy -- types. Just don't expect all the bells and whistles of the original Galaxy S...

By tech.uk.msn.com on December 27, 2013 80

Don't buy this expecting it to be fool proof. It's not. It's great for those that get wet a lot but it won't last long down the site. Nice phone but more tough guy mouth than actual hard nut...

By CyberShark on December 12, 2013 80

With all things said, the Galaxy S4 Active remains a pretty interesting option especially for those people looking for a smartphone that will fit their worry-free lifestyle. If you liked the Galaxy S4 or has grown accustomed to Samsung's design...

By TechRadar AU on November 29, 2013 80

The Samsung Galaxy S4 Active finds itself a little in no mans land, and it's a difficult one for us to recommend outright. If you're in the market for a super powerful smartphone which you can take on extreme activities, swimming and in the bath then...

By DigitalVersus on November 07, 2013 80

The Galaxy S4 Active's anti-shock, waterproof and dustproof body, plus the processing power, responsiveness and TouchWiz features of the original S4, make it a choice device for adventurous, outdoorsy types. However, for a phone designed to take photos...

By What Mobile on October 12, 2013 77

Ever wanted a Samsung Galaxy S4, but worried about damaging it? How about a water-proof and dust-proof version? That’s the Samsung Galaxy S4 Active. The Samsung Galaxy S4 is a great phone but its flimsy plastic case may lead you to believe it won’t...

By Good Gear Guide on September 09, 2013 80

The Samsung Galaxy S4 Active makes some small sacrifices in display resolution, camera, and weight, but its water resistance factor and a sturdier feeling build make it more appealing than the regular Galaxy S4 in many...

By littlegreenrobot.co.uk on August 29, 2013 100

Samsung is certainly flogging the S4 brand as far as it can. Multiple configurations of the original device, plus the Mini, the Zoom and the Active give us a group of products that don't all share the same design language and don't all share the same...

By Gadget Guy Australia on August 28, 2013 90

Everyone has heard a story about a piece of electronics taking a jump in the drink, only to have it emerge broken and useless, fried to death in the process. It happens with smartphones often enough for it to be a horror story, and Samsung seems...

By T3 on August 23, 2013 80

However the overall feel gives the impression this is far more durable than it actually is, with the rubber bands on either end nothing more than window dressing. If you’re looking for a Galaxy device with less reliance on plastic, yet that still has a bit of oomph in terms of power, this is a great pick.

By NotebookCheck on August 21, 2013 87

In Review: Samsung Galaxy S4 Active With the Galaxy S4 Active , Samsung puts a device on the market that's intended to steal the Sony Xperia Z 's thunder by combining the performance capabilities of the S4 family with an IP certification . Our test...

By 3G UK on August 20, 2013 90

At the same pricepoint as the flagship Samsung Galaxy S4, the Galaxy S4 Active also gives you nearly all the best features and performs as well as the S4. Including 4G, NFC, and HD display, and then in addition, you get a tough handset that will...

By IT Pro Portal on August 19, 2013 70

Despite it gaining an IP67 rating, I'm not convinced that the Samsung Galaxy S4 Active is the phone to choose if you are looking for a rugged handset. Try the fully sealed Sony Xperia Z as an alternative before taking the plunge (so to speak). Samsung...

By Wired UK on August 19, 2013 80

The Galaxy S4 Active isn't quite as rugged as its name suggests -- despite the water and dust proofing, and the Corning Gorilla Glass covering the display, there's not a lot of protection against dropping it. Still, it could certainly take the original...

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