# Rough and Tough Smartphones The CASIO G'zOne Commando Can Survive in the Wilderness By Chalaine Mantha | Published 2011-04-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-gzone-commando References: [chipchick](http://www.chipchick.com/2011/04/casio-gzone-commando.html) & [verizonwireless](http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/index.html) The [CASIO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g-shock-1) G’zOne Commando is set to be the [toughest Android phone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-smartphone1) on the market. The rough and tough phone is perfect for outdoor adventures where it can withstand all kinds of [extreme conditions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ulefone-armor-28-ultra). The smartphone meets military standards for rain, immersion, shock, altitude, solar radiation and much more. The CASIO G’zOne Commando runs on Android 2.2 Froyo, has a 5-megapixel camera, Wi-Fi and a 3G Mobile Hotspot. The phone also has a special mode called G’zGear which lets users use a compass, thermometer and a star gazer. This is definitely the perfect phone for an adventure seeker. Other neat options of the phone include a walking counter that counts your steps, trip memory that records your adventures and a sun and moon calculator that lets you know when each one is rising and setting. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Rugged Smartphones:** The trend of creating tough mobile devices that can handle extreme conditions presents opportunities for smartphone manufacturers to innovate with materials, durability, and software features. - **Outdoor Adventure Tech:** As people increasingly seek outdoor experiences, the market for tech gadgets that can handle rugged conditions and enhance outdoor activities is growing, opening up opportunities for innovation in design and functionality. - **Military-grade Standards:** The demand for devices that meet military-grade standards for durability and performance is increasing, presenting opportunities for manufacturers to create products that cater to professionals working in challenging environments. ### Where This Applies - **Smartphone Manufacturing:** The trend towards rugged smartphones creates opportunities for smartphone manufacturers to specialize in creating durable devices or develop add-on accessories that cater to adventure seekers. - **Outdoor Apparel and Gear:** The trend for outdoor adventure tech presents opportunities for apparel and gear manufacturers to develop rugged, tech-enabled products that enhance outdoor experiences and offer innovative features such as tracking and monitoring. - **Defense and Military:** The trend for military-grade standards in consumer products presents an opportunity for defense and military manufacturers to offer their expertise in creating products that meet rigorous standards of durability and resilience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rugged Android Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doogee-s100.md) - [Rugged Lifeproof Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duraforce-pro-3.md) - [Durable Outdoor Photography Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fossibot-f107-pro.md) - [Premium Rugged 5G Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oukitel-wp210.md) - [Durable Adventurous Smartphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokia-xr21.md) - [Rugged Outdoor-Ready Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g-shock-1.md) - [Chunky Yellow Outdoor Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-gshock-rangeman-gprh1000.md) - [Entry-Level Tactical Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doogee-s35.md) - [Protective Dual-Display Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oukitel-wp21.md)