Manufacturer: Samsung
First phone was so buggy it eventually shut itself down and wouldn't come back on. That was within 24 hours of getting it. Replacement is still so congested with Samsung bloatware that it can't even send text messages properly. Also, beware of Samsung Internet.
The Galaxy S8 Active borrows some of the best aspects of the standard Samsung Galaxy S8 , and puts them into a chassis that's more prepared for a busy and accident-prone lifestyle. The result is a long-lasting phone effectively built into its own case.
Battery life that forgives forgetfulness; Beautiful; pixel-dense display; A fantastic camera
Costs more than a standard Galaxy S8 with a great case; 4K video is a lost cause; Poor button and sensor placements
For a $100 premium over the standard S8, the Galaxy S8 Active gets you more battery life and increased durability. If you're looking for a phone that can stand up to abuse and doesn't compromise on performance, it's your best option and our Editors' Choice.
Rugged build; Gorgeous screen; Best processor and modem available; Long-lasting battery; Has T-Mobile's new rural band
Some bloatware
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Confession: If it weren't for the Galaxy S8 Active's monster battery life, I'd tell you to buy the regular Galaxy S8 ($227 at Walmart) and a good case.
The Galaxy S8 Active is a great phone, but if battery life isn’t your top concern, you’ll save money buying a regular Galaxy S8 and a case.
The Galaxy S8 Active has an all-day battery -- about 24 hours in our tests -- and has a sturdier body that’s basically a built-in case; It keeps the S8’s waterproofing and wireless charging.
Its flat screen isn’t as sharp as the regular S8's; and the S8 Active does away with the hardware buttons that helped give the original its identity.
The Samsung Galaxy S8 set the standard for smartphones earlier this year, with a tall-and-narrow build, top-of-the-line specs, and feature-rich software. But its largely glass-and-metal build makes it relatively fragile, and requires you to take some care when handling it. The Samsung Galaxy S8 Active ($849.99) is for people who don't want to baby their phones. It's essentially the same device as the standard S8, wrapped in a durable polycarbonate shell that gives it much greater protection against bumps, drops, and scrapes. It also has a bigger battery, and on T-Mobile it has the new frequency Band 71 for rural coverage. That makes it the best rugged phone money can buy, and our Editors' Choice. Design, Durability, and Display The S8 Active is built like a tank. The back of the phone consists of a hardened gray or gold polycarbonate shell. Along the sides, there is metal, reinforced by hard rubber ridges on each corner for better impact resistance. This shell wraps around the si...
The Samsung Galaxy S8 Active takes the best phone of the year, makes it tougher, and packs in a bigger battery. It's the ultimate rugged phone.
Rugged build; Gorgeous screen; Best processor and modem available; Long-lasting battery; Has T-Mobile's new rural band
Some bloatware
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