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CAT S41 review

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CAT S41
CAT S41
CAT S41
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The CAT S41 currently has an Informr score of 7.5 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 10 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
Operating system
Android
Processor
2.3 GHz
Screen Size
5"
Camera
13+ MP, f/2.2

What the Critics Are Saying...

Notebookcheck

The CAT S41 is not only equipped to protect from outside harm but also offers a good system performance that can keep up on the level of most mid-range smartphones.

- Mike Wobker, Notebookcheck
Techaeris

The CAT S41 isn’t for everyone and isn’t a phone for the average consumer.  What it has going for it is it’s a functional and rugged tool that is meant to be used and can be abused. Buyers seeking those attributes will love this phone.

- Alex Hernandez, Techaeris
ZDNet

The Cat S41 rugged smartphone is designed for a particular field worker or adventuresome person and it is not for everyone.

- Matthew Miller, ZDNet
Android Authority

Wildly rugged option for a small niche of users.

- David Imel, Android Authority
TrustedReviews

If you're a self employed handy-person or extreme-sports enthusiast in need of a rugged smartphone, the CAT S41 is a great choice. Featuring a robust, albeit chunky build and offering excellent battery life and a pleasingly bloatware-free Android install, the CAT S41 is one of the best ruggedised ph...

- Alastair Stevenson, TrustedReviews
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We've got you covered! Download a free PDF copy of the CAT S41 user manual here.

Caterpillar backs up the CAT S41 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

If your CAT S41 has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Caterpillar support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Caterpillar's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.

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Screen Size
5"

The CAT S41's screen size is 5 inches with 1080 x 1920 pixels resolution.
Processor
2.3 GHz

There is a MediaTek Helio P20 MT6757 Octa core 2.3 GHz processor (CPU).
OS

The phone runs on the Android 7.0 Nougat operating system (OS).
Camera
13+ MP

You can take photos with the phone's onboard 13+ MP, f/2.2 camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera with 8+ megapixels resolution.
Storage
32 GB

Internal memory is 32 GB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 128 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
5000mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 5000 mAh battery. Caterpillar's performance ratings are 2280 minutes.

CAT S41 Specs

Overview
Release Date August 31, 2017
Regions Available USA, Canada, United Kingdom
Operating System Android 7.0 Nougat

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Processor MediaTek Helio P20 MT6757 Octa core 2.3 GHz
Internal Storage 32 GB
RAM 3 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible Yes
TTY/TDD No
Noise Cancellation Yes
SAR Head: 0.97 W/kg
Body: 0.97 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included USB Power Adapter, Manual, Data Cable
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
4G/LTE
Push-to-talk (PTT) Yes
Wi-Fi Calling Yes
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) Yes
SIM card size
Nano-SIM
variations
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support Yes
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot Yes
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 128 GB)
NFC Yes
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 13+ Megapixels, f/2.2
Zoom
 Yes
Flash
 Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
 Auto focus, Effects, Geotagging, Panorama, Self-timer, Phase detection
Video Recording Formats
 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, WMV, FLV
Video Recording Parameters
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 8+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
 No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (IPS)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels
Pixel Density 441 pixels
Size 5 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch Yes
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Capacitive touch screen, Corning Gorilla Glass 5, Wet finger and glove friendly screen
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 5000 mAh
Removable Battery No
Wireless Charging No
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Up to 919 minutes
Talk Time Up to 2280 minutes
Standby Time Up to 44 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Plastic
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 15.2 x 7.5 x 1.3 cm (6 x 3 x 0.5 in)
Weight 218 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Waterproof
Rugged design Yes
IP Rating IP 68
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers Yes
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key Yes
Home Key Yes
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
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Also available in dual SIM variant.
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