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Meet Kyocera Rafre, an impressive “washable” smartphone!

Nick PapanikolopoulosJanuary 29, 2017

Well this Kyocera Rafre model could be the phone of my dreams, given the fact that I am so careless when I use my smartphones (sorry).

Kyocera’s latest model is one of the first “washable” smartphones in the world, it can be cleaned using foaming soap and can be used even when it’s wet (touchscreen included). It’s (obviously) water resistant, so you can use it during your shower in the morning, or during a relaxing bath before going to sleep and it also includes a cooking app that enables you to operate the phone using hand gestures while you prepare the meal!

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Kyocera Rafre – Specifications

5-inch display that supports HD (720p) resolution
2GB RAM and 16GB of internal memory (expandable up to 200GB via microSD card)

Main 13-megapixel camera with image-processing AINOS Engine, PDAF (phase detection autofocus)
5MPixels selfie camera
Android 7.0 Nougat
3000 mAh battery.

In case you’re interested Kyocera Rafre will be available tomorrow in the Japanese market in Pale Pink, Clear White and Light Blue colors.

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Nick Papanikolopoulos
Nick’s journey into the world of technology began back in 1997 with his first mobile device, a Philips Twist—a quirky phone that ignited a lifelong passion for all things mobile. With a career spanning over 25 years in the Mobile Technology sector and countless hours of experience in news editing, scripting, and tech reviews, Nick now serves as the Editor-in-Chief of Gizchina, one of the most influential platforms in global technology journalism.

Nick’s academic background is just as impressive as his professional experience. He holds a Master’s degree in Wireless & Wired Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Informatics, along with a PhD in Mobility QoS Measuring Techniques. His expertise in these fields gives him a deep understanding of the mobile technology ecosystem, making him a thought leader in the industry.
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