# Extreme Weather Mobiles The Gresso Extreme X3 Takes a Beating Under All Conditions By Matt Ho | Published 2011-08-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gresso-extreme-x3 References: [bornrich](http://www.bornrich.com/entry/gresso-extreme-x3-extremely-rugged-cell-phone/) & [extreme.gresso.ru](http://www.extreme.gresso.ru/extreme3.php) Phones can be quite fragile which can be a pain for those who are avid adventurers; so avoid the risk of busting up the mobile and check out the Gresso Extreme X3. The Gresso Extreme X3 is the ideal cell phone for those who are [outdoor adventurers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ulefone-armor-28-ultra). The design is International IP67 certificate, which means it’ll take a beating under several conditions. This is [waterproof and can be submerged](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivo-y31d) in a depth of five meters for one hour. The body of the phone is sealed, which takes care of dust and moisture and it’s [extremely shock resistant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-smartphone1). This bad boy can be dropped from a height of seven meters against concrete and withstand a weight of one tonne. On the tech side of things, it has the usual goodies such as Bluetooth 2.0, micro-USB port, a triband network of 900,1800 & 1900Mhz frequencies, FM radio and more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Extreme Weather Mobiles:** The trend of rugged and durable mobile phones designed for outdoor adventurers. - **Waterproof and Shock Resistant:** The trend of mobile phones with IP67 certification, capable of withstanding extreme conditions. - **Adventure Tech:** The trend of incorporating outdoor-specific features in mobile phones, such as dust and moisture resistance, shock resistance, and outdoor connectivity. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Outdoor Gear Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing and manufacturing rugged mobile phones specifically for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers. - **Consumer Electronics Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating enhanced durability features into mainstream mobile phone models to cater to customers with active lifestyles. - **Telecommunications Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Expanding product offerings to include waterproof and shock-resistant mobile phones for customers who frequently engage in outdoor activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hyper-Durable Chinese Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-durable-smartphone.md) - [Durable Adventurous Smartphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokia-xr21.md) - [Rugged Android Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doogee-s100.md) - [Compact Durable Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackview-n6000.md) - [Ultra-Rugged Enterprise-Ready Cellphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hmd-terra-m.md) - [Premium Rugged 5G Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oukitel-wp210.md) - [Loud Speaker Hybrid Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherproof-smartphone.md) - [Entry-Level Tactical Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doogee-s35.md) - [Rugged Lifeproof Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duraforce-pro-3.md)