Casio G Zone Ravine 2

NETWORK
Technology GSM / CDMA / EVDO
2G bands CDMA 800 / 1900
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
Speed EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
LAUNCH
Announced 2011, November. Released 2011, November
Status Discontinued
BODY
Dimensions 109.9 x 50.5 x 21.1 mm (4.33 x 1.99 x 0.83 in)
Weight 138 g (4.87 oz)
SIM Mini-SIM
IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
MIL-STD-810F compliant
Flashlight
DISPLAY
Type TFT
Size 2.2 inches, 15.0 cm2 (~27.0% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~182 ppi density)
Secondary CSTN, 128 x 128 pixels, 1.38 inches
MEMORY
Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Phonebook 1000 entries, Photocall
Call records Yes
Internal 512MB 256MB RAM
MAIN CAMERA
Single 3.15 MP, AF
Features LED flash
Video Yes
SELFIE CAMERA
No
ADVERTISEMENT
SOUND
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack No
2.5 mm audio jack
COMMS
WLAN No
Bluetooth 3.0, A2DP
Positioning GPS, A-GPS
Radio No
USB microUSB 2.0
FEATURES
Sensors Compass, thermometer
Messaging SMS, MMS, Email
Games Yes
Java No
SNS integration
MP4/H.264/WMV player
MP3/WAV/eAAC+ player
Organizer
Document viewer
Voice memo/dial
Predictive text input
BATTERY
Type Removable Li-Ion 1150 mAh battery
Stand-by Up to 506 h
Talk time Up to 4 h 41 min
MISC
Colors Black
SAR 1.00 W/kg (head)     1.12 W/kg (body)
Price About 210 EUR

Casio G’zOne Ravine 2 Overall Review

The Casio G’zOne Ravine 2, announced in November 2011, marks a significant entry in the rugged mobile phone market, designed to withstand the toughest environments. It sports a 2.2-inch display, which, while modest by today’s standards, offers clear visibility under various conditions, including outdoor sunlight. This device is notably MIL-STD-810G compliant, ensuring durability against shock, water, dust, and extreme temperatures.

Powered by a 1150 mAh battery, the Ravine 2 is equipped to last through long hours, essential for outdoor adventures or demanding work conditions. With 512 MB of storage and 256 MB RAM, it handles basic phone functionalities and storage needs for essential data and multimedia.

The Ravine 2 also includes a 3.15 MP primary camera, capable of capturing photos and videos in outdoor scenarios. Despite its primary focus on durability, it doesn’t neglect the need for connectivity, offering GPS, Bluetooth, and support for 3G networks, ensuring you stay connected even in remote locations.

Casio G’zOne Ravine 2 Pros and Cons

Pros:

  • MIL-STD-810G compliance ensures exceptional durability against environmental challenges.
  • The 2.2-inch display provides clear visibility in various lighting conditions.
  • Decent battery life with a 1150 mAh battery for extended use.
  • Features like GPS and Bluetooth enhance usability in outdoor and remote areas.

Cons:

  • Limited storage and RAM by modern standards, restricting app and data capacity.
  • The 3.15 MP camera offers basic photography capabilities, lagging behind current smartphone cameras.
  • Lacks the advanced connectivity and multimedia features found in more recent smartphones.