Introducing the Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra, a device that truly lives up to its name. With impressive specifications and innovative features, this rugged smartphone is designed to withstand the toughest environments without compromising functionality.
At the heart of the Armor 28 Ultra is a stunning 6.67-inch 1080p 120Hz AMOLED display—marking Ulefone's debut in the rugged OLED phone market. The photography capabilities are equally noteworthy, featuring a 50MP primary camera with a 1-inch sensor, a 64MP night vision camera, and the remarkable ThermoVue Pro thermal camera, all while boasting IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810H certifications. Powering this device is a formidable 10,600mAh battery that supports rapid 120W wired and 50W wireless charging.
Unboxing this impressive device reveals a 120W charger (a Power Delivery unit), a robust 5A cable, and a tempered glass protector to ensure the screen remains pristine.
New Features of the Ultra Thermal
Additionally, users can enhance their experience by pairing the armor with the uSmart C01 digital microscope ($60 at the time of this review). This accessory connects via a unique screw-in pin, offering 50x-1000x magnification at 1MP.
Explore the Optional Digital Microscope
Sample images taken under the microscope highlight fascinating details, such as fibers from everyday materials and the screen resolution of a Galaxy Watch6 Classic.
On the performance front, the Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra Thermal houses a robust 4nm Dimensity 9300+ SoC with 16GB of RAM, ensuring smooth operation on Android 14. Additionally, this smartphone offers a whopping 1TB of storage for all your apps and media.
Features of the Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra
Flipping the device, the 1-inch main camera isn't the only highlight on the back. There's a smartwatch-sized second display featuring its own watch face and interface, including a compass and an innovative viewfinder for capturing selfies with the main camera.
As expected from Ulefone, this device comes equipped with an advanced thermal camera. The ThermoVue Pro app enables thermal imaging at a resolution of 640x512px, marking it as the highest-resolution thermal feature seen in a Ulefone device to date—showing notable improvements compared to previous models.
Furthermore, the infrared night vision camera utilizes a 64MP OV64B1B sensor, delivering impressive black-and-white images in total darkness—showcasing a stark contrast in visibility when compared to other devices.
Experience Night Vision with Clarity
Here’s a stunning image taken in a completely dark room, representing the exceptional night vision capabilities of the Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra Thermal.
Capturing the Dark
Despite its powerful features, the Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra Thermal comes at a premium price, currently available for pre-order at €1,400. While this places it in the same league as high-end competitors like the Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Armor 28 Ultra distinguishes itself with its 1-inch camera and expansive storage capacity that rivals its more mainstream counterparts.
