I found this posted on LifeHacker. I reckon there might be plenty of people who would like a nice size, near indestructible mobile phone.
It’s probably a bit late for a Xmas present recommendation but it is still a good idea and $550 with a 3 year warranty is quite reasonable for a good phone. Most people wouldn’t keep a mobile longer than 3 years – planned obsolescence is a killer these days
There's nothing more infuriating (or expensive) than a mobile phone that doesn't stand up to the most everyday of activities, like being smashed by a hammer, dropped in a beer bath or strapped to a rocket. If you've ever found yourself in this situation, Sonim has a sturdy solution to your woes. Engineered for sports enthusiasts and those who work in harsh environments, the military-spec, Bluetooth and Push-to-talk enabled XP1 is shockproof, waterproof, dustproof, extreme temperature-proof and, considering the 3-year unconditional warranty, moron-proof. Despite having been on the overseas market for over a year, the indestructible mobile remains the only one of its kind in Australia and is available at Crazy John's for $549 outright. The device is hardly pretty, but it is something to consider for any adrenaline junkie, drunk, klutz, brickie or astronaut on the lookout for the ultimate in non-breakable mobiles, this Christmas.
[LifeHacker Christmas Gift Guide]
