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I've been very pleased w/my s42, approaching 1.5years of ownership. Just to clear up some currently out-of-date info :: My s42 was auto-upgraded to Android v12 several months back (so it is not limited to the stated 'v10'). My s42 works fine w/a 512GB XC SD card (not the max of 256GB advertised my mfg, THOUGH I only tested it in the 'Separate Storage' config, not the alternative of 'Shared Memory' ...). And one day plan to try it w/my 1TB XC SD card, too, but 512GB addresses my needs (for FLAC audio and pic files).
I have also used it on both AT&T and T-Mobile 4GLTE networks (and, yes, in the fall of `21 AT&T did have an issue w/the s42, where the s42's mfg had not yet gotten it thru AT&T's approval process, but that was resolved w/AT&T in early `22). And since 5G is only viable in cites of significant size, 4G LTE will be with us a long time (& personally I have zero desire to watch any HD video content on the tiny screen of any kind of phone).
I've also found the s42 acts well as a home WiFi hotspot, going thru multiple walls to deliver decent signal strength. And for USB tethering you can cofig the battery charging to be limited to 30% min -to- 70% max, to avoid damaging the battery via constant 100% charging while tethered via USB. Otherwise, I appreciate the s42's robust construction, Gorilla Glass screen, sealed ports, dedicated 1/8" stereo audio output jack, long-lasting battery and the solid reliability this phone has provided me to-date.
CORRECTION : 512GB XC SD card works fine for playing audio w/Pulsar app, and you see the album artwork fine (via Pulsar) that also resides on the same SD card. However if you download a file from the internet w/the SD as destination, it appears when viewed via s42 that the you've downloaded a 0-Byte file (despite the length of download time), but the correct file is actually on the SD card. But rather than deal w/that I went back to the S42's suggested max 256GB XC SD card w/o issue.
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CAT S42 Smartphone–North America Variant (Optimized for NA Carriers-won't work with Verizon)
The essential work phone
This CAT S42 is a remarkable workhorse. Whether you’re a first-responder or keyworker keeping us safe. Or a construction worker who needs something tough enough to survive the rigors of a building site, day after day. Our latest rugged smartphone is the definition of resilient and reliable.
Keyworkers of the world unite.
You can take the Cat S42 with you anywhere and everywhere. It’s built tough to help you thrive in challenging outdoor work situations and extreme leisure pursuits alike.
Features
- Designed with a large 4,200mAh battey
- 1.8GHz Quadcore Processor for all day power
- Google Android 10 ( with upgrade to 11) and 90 day security patch
- NON-SLIP RUBBERISED TPU BODY DESIGN
- Optimized for Latin America Carriers
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Made DurableThe Cat S42 has corner bumpers, water and dirt proof I/O covers, and a 4,200 mAh battery so you can keep going all day through anywhere. |
Made RuggedTough enough to survive the rigours of a building site, day after day. Our latest rugged smartphone is the definition of resilient and reliable. |
Made for WorkThis phone is a remarkable workhorse, whether you’re a first-responder or keyworker keeping us safe. |
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| Display Type | Super Bright 5.5” Display - HD+ (1440 x 720) 18:9. IPS LCD, wet finger/glove-on working technology* | 5” Display – FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS, wet finger/glove-on working technology* | 5.7” FHD+ 18:9 display |
| Battery | 4,200 mAh | 4,000 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Display Cover | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 |
| Camera | 13MP sensor, f/2.0, PDAF | 13MP autofocus with LED flash | 12MP dual sensor, f/1.8 aperture, large 1.4μm pixel size |
| Waterproof | Up to 1.5m for 35 minutes | Up to 4ft for 35 mins | Up to 5ft for 35 minutes |
| Made Rugged | Drop Tested: Up to 1.8m (6ft) onto steel | Dust Resistant, drop tested up to 6ft (1.8M) onto concrete, Operating Temp: -13°F (-25°C) to 131°F (55°C), Category 4 vibration | Sand, dust and dirt resistant, Drop Tested: Up to 6ft onto steel |
| Size | 6.34 x 3.04 x 0.5 inches | 5.9 x 3.0 x 0.5 inches | 6.24 x 3.01 x 0.46 inches |
| Weight | 220g | 258g | 248g |
| Networks | 4G LTE Bands: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 13, 14, 17, 25, 26, 41, 66, 71; 3G Bands: 1, 2, 4, 5, 8; 2, 3, 5, 8 | 2G: GSM 2/3/5/8, CDMA BC0/BC1/BC10; 3G UMTS B1/2/4/5/8, EVDO BCO/BC1/BC10; 4G CAT 13, B2/3/4/5/7/12/13/14/25/26/41/66; VoLTE Wi-Fi DUAL MODE 2.4/5GHZ (A/B/G/N) | 4G LTE CAT 13, VoLTE, VoWiFi, ViLTE LTE Bands: 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/25/26/41/66/71 3G Bands: 1/2/4/5/8 2G Bands: 850/900/1800/1900 |
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| Price | -5% $179.99 Typical: $189.99 | -12% $290.59 List: $329.99 | -9% $199.99 List: $219.99 | $199.99 | $172.99 | $279.99 |
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| Sold By | lifeline786 | Amazon.com | OUKITEL STORE ONE | YiBeiQiUS | Unifone | 8849 Mobile Phone |
| display size | 5.5 inches | 5.5 inches | 6.52 inches | 6.5 inches | 5.7 inches | 4.3 inches |
| memory capacity | 3 GB | 3 GB | 256 GB | 64 GB | 4 GB | 256 GB |
| model name | S42 | CAT S42 H+ | OUKITEL WP36 | BV6200 Blackview phone 2023US | Q5701 | TANK MINI 1 |
| operating system | Android 10.0 | Android 10.0 | Android 13.0 | Android | Android 11.0 | Android 13.0 |
| connectivity tech | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, NFC, Wi-Fi, USB, GSM | — | Wi-Fi, USB, Bluetooth | NFC |
| display type | LCD | LCD | LCD | — | OLED | LCD |
| battery average life | — | 31 hours | 1400 hours | — | 20 hours | 20 hours |
| average talk time | — | 31 hours | — | — | 11 hours | 2400 minutes |
| input interface | touch screen | touch screen | touch screen | touch screen | touch screen | touch screen |
| water resistance | water resistant | water resistant | waterproof | water resistant | water resistant | waterproof |
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Not worth the Money
This phone is an amazing idea but not worth the money. Very minimal processing power. Very laggy. The screen lost some functionality one year in. The touch screen was activating in different areas of the screen randomly making the device unusable. And the rubber covering on the back of the started peeling off 1 year into the purchase. I tried using different kinds of glue, but NOTHING sticks to the rubber surface. i had to resort to sticking it with blue tack!The phone is rugged and feels sturdy. But considering it costs 3 times as much as an entry smartphone. You could buy 3 phones for the price of one.Overall not a purchase i can reccomend