This new rugged phone has a 16,000mAh battery, thermal imaging, and a slimmer design than you might expect
The Oukitel WP70 Ultra combines an enormous battery with solid specs and some eye-catching features for adventurers.
The Oukitel WP70 Ultra is a new rugged phone unveiled at IFA 2026. Boasting a 16,000mAh battery, it is positioned as the "slimmest 16,000mAh rugged smartphone". This staggering battery capacity surpasses many other high-capacity phones, such as the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. The WP70 Ultra also features a 6.78-inch AMOLED screen, a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 processor, a 108MP main camera, a 64MP night vision camera, and runs on Android 16.
Its rugged design includes a tough outer shell and charges at 66W, though its thickness remains at 16.4mm despite the massive battery. The phone's standout features include thermal imaging for identifying heat sources in challenging environments, even in darkness or fog. With such impressive specifications, the Oukitel WP70 Ultra is likely to be a niche device catering to users in demanding outdoor settings.
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