The Durable and Reliable Hardcase H242S: A Promising Device That Never Made it to Market
Energizer, a well-known brand in the electronics industry, announced its newest device – the Hardcase H242S – in February 2019. This rugged phone with its impressive specifications promised to be a game-changer in the market. However, despite its potential, the H242S never made it to market and was eventually cancelled.
A Short-Lived Promise
The Hardcase H242S was set to impress with its robust design and efficient features. Its sturdy build with IP68 dust and water resistance certification would have made it suitable for extreme outdoor adventures. But sadly, the device never got the chance to showcase its capabilities to the world.
Technical Specifications
With a thickness of 14.5mm, the device may seem bulky at first glance, but its compact dimensions of 125.3 x 54 x 14.5 mm (4.93 x 2.13 x 0.57 in) make it compact and easy to handle. It is also designed with a secondary external display, giving users easy access to notifications and quick information without needing to open the phone. The primary display is a 2.4-inch TFT LCD with 16M colors and a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels.
The Hardcase H242S was said to operate on the KaiOS 2.5.1 operating system and be powered by Spreadtrum SC7731E chipset, quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU, and Mali-820 GPU. It also featured 512MB of storage and 256MB RAM, with a microSDHC slot for expandable storage.
Connectivity and Media Features
The H242S would have been a reliable device for communication and entertainment, with its support for 2G, 3G, and 4G bands and a speed of HSPA and LTE. It was also equipped with Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, Bluetooth 2.1, GPS, FM radio, and microUSB 2.0.
Unfortunately, the device did not come with any sensors, but users would still have been able to download popular applications such as Facebook, Gmail, and WhatsApp.
Battery and Other Features
The device was powered by a Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery, ensuring long hours of use without needing frequent recharge. It was available in classic black color, giving it a sleek and professional look.
The Future of Hardcase H242S
Although the Hardcase H242S never made it to market, it will always be remembered as a promising device that could have been a game-changer in the industry. Its durable design, impressive specifications, and affordable price range would have made it an ideal choice for those looking for a sturdy and efficient phone.
In Conclusion
The Hardcase H242S may have been cancelled, but it remains a reminder of what could have been a successful venture for Energizer. We can only hope that in the future, the brand will release a similar device that lives up to the expectations set by the H242S.
