Military smartphones are starting to gain popularity among regular users. Everyone dreams of immersing themselves in the world of military themes to experience all the modern technologies. Naturally, from the list of permitted devices. Several interesting solutions from very well-known global brands have appeared on the market. In particular, smartphones with thermal imagers and in a protected case – AGM Glory G1S and Blackview BL8800. These are new, technically advanced devices destined to oust all competitors in this small but very popular Military segment.
Thermal Imager in a Smartphone – How It Works
The thermal imager device is essentially an infrared camera capable of detecting the thermal radiation of objects at a distance. In a smartphone, this is implemented through several infrared emitters and a microcircuit capable of translating the received information into a visual image on the phone’s display.
The quality of the image is less important than the measurement distance. The more powerful the optics, the farther the infrared emitter can operate. Accordingly, a smartphone with a thermal imager designed for household purposes is inherently unable to perform long-distance measurements with high object detail. But for home use or outdoor recreation in the forest, the device will suffice.
Regarding the use of smartphones for military purposes – it’s more of a rhetorical question. The optics are not powerful enough to discern enemy outlines in the night at distances over 20 meters. And note that the cheapest thermal imager device costs around 1,000 US dollars. That is, electronics in a smartphone are more for entertainment. Whether it’s worth paying for it – only the buyer can decide.
Blackview BL8800 – Budget Smartphone with a Thermal Imager
The feature of the Chinese brand Blackview’s products is very affordable prices and decent performance. The drawback is a complete lack of ergonomics. That is, Blackview BL8800 is a heavy and bulky brick with maximum capabilities and super protection. This very protection is what attracts buyers most to these smartphones. The phone can be dropped from any height, submerged, buried in sand or dirt. And it has excellent hardware:
- Dimensity 700 chipset.
- 6.58″ display, 2408 x 1080px, 90 Hz.
- Android 11 system.
- Battery 8380 mAh, fast charging 33 W, standby up to 30 days.
- Protection MIL-STD-810H, IP68 and IP69K.
- Features: thermal imager, 5G
AGM Glory G1S – Cool Smartphone with a Thermal Imager
The AGM brand is also Chinese. But, so to speak, a representative of the elite for the local population. By the way, many models of this manufacturer’s smartphones never leave China. But the model AGM Glory G1S is aimed at the global market. And its technical specifications are quite impressive:
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 chipset (not gaming).
- IPS 6.53-inch screen, 2340 x 1080.
- RAM-ROM – 8/128 GB.
- Battery 5500 mAh.
- Android 11 system.
- Protection MIL-STD-810H, IP69K.
- Features: NFC, 5G, laser pointer, thermal imager, night vision device.
