Ulefone Armor 22 in Kenya
The Ulefone Armor 22 price in Kenya is KES 24,000, inclusive of a 1-year warranty. It pairs a dual 64MP camera system that covers both daylight and complete darkness, including a 64MP night vision camera with infrared lights, a Helio G96 chip with 8GB RAM, 1440p video recording, IP68 and IP69K dual water resistance, MIL-STD-810H certification, NFC, an IR blaster, a barometer, a 3.5mm jack, and FM radio. The Armor 22 makes a compelling case on display quality and camera resolution against the newer phones in the range at similar prices and remains a strong choice for Kenyan buyers who want a Full HD rugged phone with dual 64MP cameras at an accessible budget.
Ulefone Armor 22 Full Specifications:
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE (4G only, no 5G) |
| Announced | August 14, 2023 |
| Released | August 2023 |
| Dimensions | 176.8 x 84.9 x 15 mm |
| Weight | 324g |
| Build | Reinforced plastic with rubberised corner and edge protection |
| SIM | Dual Nano-SIM (dedicated slots, independent from microSD) |
| Water and Dust Resistance | IP68 (up to 1.5m, 30 min) + IP69K (high-pressure, high-temperature water jets) |
| Military Standard | MIL-STD-810H compliant |
| Drop Resistance | Up to 1.5 metres |
| Display | 6.58-inch IPS LCD FHD+, 1080 x 2408px, 401ppi, 120Hz, Mohs level 4 |
| OS | Android 13 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G96 (12nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.05GHz Cortex-A76 + 6x2.0GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| RAM and Storage | 8GB / 128GB or 8GB / 256GB |
| Card Slot | Dedicated microSDXC slot (independent from SIM slots) |
| Main Camera | 64MP f/1.9 PDAF (wide, 1/1.7-inch, 0.8µm) |
| Night Vision Camera | 64MP f/1.8 (2 built-in infrared lights, zero-light imaging) |
| Selfie Camera | 8MP f/2.0 (1/4.0-inch, 1.12µm) |
| Camera Video | 1440p at 30fps, 1080p at 30fps (main); 1080p at 30fps (selfie) |
| Audio | Single loudspeaker, 3.5mm headphone jack, FM radio with RDS and recording |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac), dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes |
| IR Blaster | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| GPS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BDS |
| Fingerprint | Side-mounted |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Battery | 6,600mAh Li-Po |
| Wired Charging | 33W (approx. 1.5 to 2 hours from flat) |
| Wireless Charging | Not supported |
| Colours | Black, Black with Green accents |
| Warranty | 1 year (Smartphones Planet Kenya) |
| Price in Kenya | KES 24,000 (8GB/256GB) |
Ulefone Armor 22 Features:
- 6.58-inch Full HD+ display at 401 ppi: The Full HD+ resolution at 401 ppi is meaningfully sharper than the HD+ displays at 260 to 285 ppi found on the Armor X31, X32 5G, and X16 at similar prices. Text in documents, maps, and technical drawings appears crisper, photos look more detailed on screen, and the 120Hz refresh rate keeps scrolling smooth. For field workers who regularly review detailed field documentation, blueprints, or high-resolution photography on the phone screen, the Full HD+ display is a genuine quality advantage.
- Dual 64MP cameras covering daylight and complete darkness: Both rear cameras use 64MP sensors, which is unusual at this price. The main 64MP camera with a large 1/1.7-inch sensor provides high-detail daylight photography with sufficient resolution for heavy cropping and large-format printing from field images. The 64MP night vision camera uses 2 built-in infrared lights to capture clear, high-resolution images in complete darkness, outperforming the 20MP and 25MP night vision sensors on the Armor X16, X31, and X32 5G at similar or lower prices.
- 1440p video recording at 30fps: The main camera records at 1440p at 30fps, above the 1080p ceiling of the Armor X16 and matching the 1440p capability of the Armor X31 and X32 5G. For field video documentation where replay detail and zoom flexibility matter, 1440p provides more resolution than standard 1080p.
- Helio G96 with 8GB RAM for reliable performance: The Helio G96 on 12nm handles all standard field smartphone tasks reliably including document management, GPS navigation, camera operation, video calls, and moderate gaming. The 8GB RAM configuration manages multitasking across multiple open field apps smoothly. Storage is 128GB or 256GB with a dedicated microSD card slot for independent expansion.
- NFC, IR blaster, barometer, and FM radio for full field utility: NFC enables tap-to-pay and asset management. The IR blaster controls electronic equipment. The barometer provides altitude and weather condition monitoring. FM radio operates without data in remote coverage areas.
- IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810H triple rugged certification: Full submersion to 1.5 metres, high-pressure water jet resistance, drop resistance to 1.5 metres, and 14 environmental stress tests. The complete triple certification matches the protection standard of more expensive models in the range.
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FAQs:
Q: Does the Ulefone Armor 22 support 5G?
A: No, the Ulefone Armor 22 supports 4G LTE networks only.
Q: Is the Ulefone Armor 22 waterproof?
A: Yes, it is IP68/IP69K certified for water and dust resistance.
Q: Does the phone have a night vision camera?
A: Yes, it features a 64MP night vision camera with infrared lights.
Q: Can I expand the storage?
A: Yes, the phone supports expandable storage using a microSD card.
Q: How large is the battery?
A: It comes with a 6600mAh battery supporting 33W fast charging.
Q: Does the Ulefone Armor 22 have NFC?
A: Yes, NFC is included for wireless payments and connectivity.
Q: Which Android version does it run?
A: The device runs Android 13 out of the box.
Q: Does it have a headphone jack?
A: Yes, the phone includes a 3.5mm headphone jack.
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