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Samsung’s Galaxy S8 Active will be available for preorder tomorrow

Samsung’s Galaxy S8 Active will be available for preorder tomorrow

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The device will come in Meteor Gray or Titanium Gold

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Samsung is releasing its Galaxy S8 Active for preorder tomorrow through AT&T. The company says it’s the “toughest Galaxy smartphone yet,” featuring a rugged design and military-grade screen that makes it shock, shatter, water, and dust resistant. The Samsung Galaxy S8 Active will be available on AT&T Next for $28.34 for 30 months, which adds up to around $850.

The device is bound by a metal frame and a bumper to shield it from shocks, while the back cover “has a rugged, tough texture for a secure grip.” The phone also features Bixby — with the voice assistant’s home screen including quick access to a stopwatch, barometer, compass, and flashlight. The screen is a 5.8-inch quad HD super AMOLED display with a 18.5:9 aspect ratio, but unfortunately — no infinity edge.

“Our new Samsung Galaxy S8 Active is designed with tested durability and strength to address the needs of consumers who need a more rugged device for their lifestyle,” said Tim Baxter, president and CEO of Samsung Electronics North America, in a statement. AT&T accidentally confirmed the S8 Active’s existence yesterday, while photos of the device were also leaked on Reddit last month.

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The device will come in Meteor Gray or Titanium Gold, and will be available in-store from August 11. Buyers will be eligible for a range of deals including credit towards another Galaxy smartphone as well as discounts on Samsung Gear devices. Samsung says the Galaxy S8 Active will be exclusive to AT&T "for a limited time." That opens the door to it coming to other carriers soon, which would be a first for the Active line.