The "revolutionary" smartphone that i-mate plans to launch at MWC 2009 turned out to be a rugged device, named i-mate 810-F.

The 810-F is, in fact, more than a simple rugged handset. Under its tough, rubberized case, there's a powerful Windows Mobile 6.1 device with a set of features that offers almost anything you'd want from a smartphone.

Even more, the device meets US military standards for shock, temperature, pressure and humidity, and that's why i-mate will sell it with life-time warranty.

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Here are the main features and specs of i-mate 810-F:

  • GSM and HSDPA connectivity
  • A QVGA impact-resistant touchscreen display
  • Full QWERTY keyboard
  • GPS
  • Wi-Fi
  • Built-in digital compass
  • Bluetooth
  • Secure i-Q software
  • 2MP camera
  • 624 Mhz CPU

The price and release date of i-mate 810-F are not known for the moment, but they'll probably be unveiled at MWC - where there won't be any other new i-mate handsets presented, according to an official statement coming from the Dubai-based company.